Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop 3 may not be a direct competitor to the MacBook Pro, but the new 15-inch model is sure to draw comparisons with Apple‘s flagship laptop. New this year, the 15-inch Surface Laptop 3 is an impressive laptop that sports a sleek design, a gorgeous display and powerful speakers. But the competition…
My philosophy on backpacks has always been the same: they’re useful but ultimately disposable, and not worth getting too attached to or spending lots of money on. Blame it on a decade-and-a-half of schooling carried on the back of whatever was overflowing out of the discount bin at Staples, or piled right before the checkout…
The Pixelbook Go is Google’s latest and greatest Chromebook. For $849 (starting at $649), the Pixelbook Go moves Google from 2-in-1s and detachables to a regular old clamshell, and while that may seem odd, it actually turns out very well. However, the Pixelbook Go has its own set of flaws, including its keyboard and speakers….
Windows has native support to extract compressed files, and while it’s serviceable, it’s still a subpar solution to third-party applications like WinRAR or 7-zip. Depending on the app you have installed, the options for extracting a .zip or .rar file should be available in the file’s context menu in File Explorer. After extraction, a new…
For decades, allergy sufferers, pet owners and others have relied on room air cleaners for better indoor air quality and to help reduce symptoms. Air cleaners have a well-earned reputation as a must-have appliance for households that want to cut down on particulate pollutants like tobacco smoke, dust and pollen. However, the expectations for an…
The predicted eruption of Mount Spurr in Alaska poses a unique indoor air quality challenge for residents of the state’s largest city, Anchorage, other communities in Alaska, and possibly areas of Canada. Experts are predicting an eruption within the upcoming weeks to months, and residents of the areas are reportedly stocking up on essentials as…
There’s a good reason that Mother’s Day is one of the leading holidays for portable appliance purchases. The spirit of the holiday and the gift go hand-in-hand. Mother’s Day is built on the idea of making life a little bit easier for Mom and giving her a chance to relax. And the right appliance can…
Summer will be here soon, and as temperatures rise, now—before the heat waves roll in—is the best time to look at your home’s energy and water use and find ways to save. The good news is that energy-saving opportunities are all over your home. AHAM has compiled this list of energy saving tips that you…
As massive wildfires rage in multiple Canadian provinces, millions are experiencing the detrimental impact of smoke on indoor air quality. These effects are being felt even thousands of miles from the fires. Many people are relying on room air cleaners to maintain their indoor air quality during this challenging time. Proper air cleaner maintenance and…
In times of extreme heat, air conditioning can quickly transform from a matter of comfort to a matter of health and safety. Millions rely on room air conditioners (aka “window units”) and portable air conditioners either as their primary means of staying cool or to supplement central air conditioning. Both room and portable air conditioners…
