Hola, Ciao, Guten tag—sound less like a tourist by learning a new language with Babbel

TL;DR: Through June 30, use StackSocial’s special code (LEARN40) and get Babbel for less than $130 for life. Are you planning to travel abroad this summer? Instead of lugging a translation book with you, learn your destination’s language with Babbel. A lifetime subscription offers access to all 14 languages, and for just five more days, you can use

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AirPods Max vs. Picun F8 Pro: testing the knockoffs vs. the real thing

As a rule, you should never believe anything you see on social media. And you should really never believe anything someone says in a video with a TikTok Shop link, because they are nakedly trying to sell you something. From candy to headphones to supplements to power tools, TikTok has built a remarkable system: creators

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Don’t toss your Windows 10 PC! Try switching to KDE Plasma instead

Come October 14th, Microsoft is officially ending support for Windows 10. That means no more new features or improvements, no more security fixes (though you can extend those another year by using Microsoft services), and the gradual loss of apps as they also stop supporting Windows 10. Microsoft wants you to upgrade to Windows 11—and

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A week in Xbox VR with Microsoft and Meta’s new $399 headset

Microsoft and Meta announced an Xbox-branded Quest VR headset last year, and it’s going on sale today for $399.99. The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition is a custom colorway VR headset that comes bundled with an Xbox wireless controller, matching Touch Plus controllers, and three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. I’ve been using the

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Imilab EC6 Panorama review: Big coverage from a single camera

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Wide rotation and tilt range covers large areas Sharp 3.5K resolution with full-color and infrared night vision On-device AI detection Cons Bulky design may stand out too much for some setups Requires a wired power connection Only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Our Verdict The Imilab EC6 Panorama delivers broad, high-quality

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I want this retro-futurist PC battlestation SO BAD DUDE

I check out the /r/Battlestations subreddit on a regular basis. That’s right, weirdos, I’m looking at your meticulous, lovingly lighted home offices and PC gaming desks, analyzing your choices for hardware and style, because I’m exactly the same kind of sick as you. But this person’s custom-built monitor setup might be the most intense I’ve

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How to switch from Windows 10 to Linux: A technical guide

There are gentle migration strategies that can delay the move away from Windows 10, which Microsoft will stop supporting in October 2025. Technically (and maybe even psychologically), the easiest step is the hard one: get rid of Windows 10 and install an attractive, sustainable Linux desktop system in its place! 1. Preliminary considerations: Hardware and

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Best budget gaming laptops 2025: Top affordable picks for performance

Looking for the best budget gaming laptop? We’ve tested a range of models under $1,000 and found some real standouts. Whether you care most about performance, portability, or ports, there’s something here for every type of gamer. Acer Nitro V 16 – Best overall Pros Good performance Competitive price Dedicated button for quick performance mode

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