Default motion smoothing causes the unnatural "soap opera effect." Experts recommend turning off motion smoothing for most movies and shows. Motion smoothing improves fast-paced action like sports and ...

The to-do list before heading out of town almost–almost–makes you want to just stay home–but there’s a good reason for making sure appliances are unplugged, lights are off, and mail is stopped. That ...

LEDs are supposed to last for years, along with delivering lower energy use, and even smart features like connecting with Alexa. They're a major leap forward versus incandescent bulbs, but they don't ...

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There are times when you may want to prevent videos and GIFs from automatically playing in your social media feeds. This could be because you’re trying to conserve cellular data, limit the ...

Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news. I reviewed the TCL QM7 a year ...

Lines get blurred in tech all the time, and IFA 2025 has been no exception. You’ve got a projector that’s also a party speaker, a party speaker that’s also an amp, a washer and dryer that’s also a ...

Saving energy is about small, consistent habits paired with the use of smart technology. Use LED rather than incandescent light bulbs. Choose solar or rechargeable options when available. Adopt smart ...