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We may earn a commission from links on this page. When I raced Hyrox last month, I opted for my Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro—and I was quite pleased with the results. Over the past year now, I've been keeping an eye on how Amazfit (and its parent ecosystem, Zepp) is steadily gaining a loyal following among people who want serious fitness data without a $400 price tag. And now, I've discovered that most Amazfit owners are barely scratching the surface of what their watch can actually do. Below are five hacks that go beyond the manual, whether you're using something like the budget-friendly Bip 6, a rugged T-Rex 3, an advanced trainer Balance 3, or any of the Amazfit options in between. ...

It might seem improbable to anyone who has spent years waiting for it, but Grand Theft Auto VI is nearly here. In fact, the game is currently available to preorder for PS5 and Xbox through Rockstar. While the game sadly doesn't have a true physical edition, you can choose from either the Standard Edition for $79.99, or the Ultimate Edition for $99.99, the latter of which comes with a laundry list of add-ons to justify the higher price. Both editions also include something you might not have budgeted for: a recurring subscription to GTA+.Grand Theft Auto: VI comes with a free month of GTA+No matter which edition of GTA VI you preorder, you'll get a free month of GTA+, Rockstar's online subscription service. According to the company's preorder page, GTA+ will net you a monthly GTA$500,000 de...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. June's streaming charts were dominated by heavy hitting shows, from dark thrillers, to anarchic animated series, to razor-sharp comedies. From the haunted shores of Widow's Bay to the top-tier comedic actors in The Four Seasons, there is something for every taste. Here are June's most streamed series, according to data from streaming information repository JustWatch. Widow's Bay This series from Apple TV has won nearly unanimous praise from both critics and audiences. It's a rare horror-comedy that manages to be genuinely scary and really funny. In the island town of Widow's Bay, literally everything is haunted, cursed, and otherwise beset with unspeakable evil, but mayor Tom Loftis (Matthew Rhys) still really wants...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Fourth of July weekend brings many traditions in the U.S., but my favorite is using the extra time to tackle DIY home improvement projects I’ve been putting off. There are often great sales on power tools and home improvement supplies, with retailers banking on the holiday to draw in DIY enthusiasts who have hosting and entertaining top of mind. It's one of the best times to look for deals on quality tools, and this year, the Fourth of July sale at Home Depot includes some big discounts on cordless power tools and batteries, up to 55% off.If you’re just starting your DIY tool set or looking to upgrade old or damaged tools, investing ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you have DIY projects to tackle, choosing quality tools that will last a long time is a good way to save money over time. DeWalt is one of my favorite brands for cordless power tools: Their tools tend to be durable, their batteries hold up over time, and you can find them on lots of professional job sites. DeWalt has been producing power tools for over a hundred years and began their line of cordless tools in 1994, building a reputation for durability and good battery life. You can find over 300 tools compatible with DeWalt’s 20-volt system, so the batteries are a practical choice if you want to expand your set over time without i...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Apple has a MacBook for everyone. The Neo is a great value for anyone who wants a laptop for light tasks, while the Air is the next step up for tackling a wider range of computing needs. The Pro, on the other hand, is Apple's "premium" machine—or at least, its most capable. It comes with fans for active cooling, extra ports like HDMI and an SD card slot, and a mini-LED display with a high refresh rate. It's really the best choice for professionals who need extra processing power, or for users who want the Mac with the most features possible. While Apple's latest MacBook Pros work great out of the box, you're leaving a ton of potential untapped by sticking with the default settings. If you have a MacBook Pro, consider t...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. The screenless strap known as the Fitbit Air is probably the best fitness tracker out there for most people, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to improve. There are ways to wear it more comfortably (on nearly any body part!) and ways to work around some of the less enjoyable features of the app. Read on for some hacks that will make your Fitbit Air experience even better. Get a proper workout display on the Fitbit Air by broadcasting heart rate to Strava Credit: Beth Skwarecki While the Fitbit Air will auto-detect workouts, the only way to get data on your heart rate or...

Smart home platforms have plenty of powerful features for automating every device in your home, but you have to do some upfront work to make it happen. You also have to know what you're looking for. Here are the hidden tips and tricks to maximize everything connected via Apple Home. Enable Critical Alerts to break through your Do Not Disturb modesApple's critical alerts feature allows a limited number of emergency notifications to break through Silent and Do Not Disturb modes so you know immediately if there's a safety or security risk threatening life or property. Specific sensors can trigger these alerts, such as smoke, carbon monoxide, and leak detectors and security system devices that have a "panic" mode. When enabled, these alerts will appear on your lock screen and play a sound even...

Mac users can now call on Google's agentic AI, Gemini Spark, to automate tasks on their desktop and bridge the gap between Google Workspace and their local apps and files. But you should still be cautious when granting Gemini access to your data and workflows, as AI agents can introduce security risks. Google first announced Spark at I/O 2026 back in May, promising a rollout to the Gemini macOS app at some point this summer. That time has come—the AI agent is now available in beta for Google AI Ultra subscribers on macOS in the U.S. Google has said users will also be able to run Gemini Spark tasks on desktop remotely from their phones, though that functionality is not live yet. Gemini Spark can automate workflows on macOSSpark turns Gemini into a personal AI agent that can complete multi-s...

Discord is one of those apps that has helped kill off good ol' internet forums. If you look hard enough, you can find a Discord server for most any niche hobby, online course, or fandom of choice. I'd been aware of the app for a while, but I didn't join Discord myself until I found a server for my favorite iPhone game (Imbroglio, by Michael Brough), which is about as niche as it gets. Thanks to the tips I got from the kind people on this server, I was able to finish the incredibly difficult roguelike with all 16 characters.Since then, I've used Discord regularly to follow more than a few of my hobbies and interests, including, but not limited to, motorsports, gaming, fountain pens, and studying Japanese. In this time, I've discovered a few tips and tricks to make the experience better, and...