Author: The Tech Guy

If you have been running Linux for a few years, you already know the obvious ways to break things. You are not pasting mystery commands from page four of a forum thread, and you are not casually torching your bootloader for weekend entertainment. At this point, you have scars, backups, and at least one opinion about package managers that borders on philosophical. I still keep seeing the same quiet mistakes show up in otherwise very competent Linux setups. Not beginner stuff. Not “help I deleted /usr” energy, but just habit mistakes. The kind that feels completely reasonable in the moment…

Thanks to webOS, LG’s smart TVs come loaded with a ton of preinstalled apps. Streaming staples like YouTube, Disney+, Apple TV, and Prime Video automatically populate the home screen right out of the box. And while it’s nice to have them there, LG does let you uninstall the ones you don’t use, which makes it easy to declutter your TV. However, back in December, LG suddenly added the Microsoft Copilot app to its smart TVs — and unlike the other apps, you couldn’t uninstall it. That didn’t sit well with many users, myself included. LG faced significant backlash for adding…

200 mobile launchers destroyed in Iran. This is roughly 50% of Iran’s operational launcher fleet at the start of the current campaign. Iran missile stockpile was 3000, inventory estimate 1500-2500 (500 fired). Esfahan North Missile Base (near Najafabad, Esfahan Province) — at least one launcher + missile storage facility destroyed. Iran increasingly relies on cheaper drones over ballistic missiles ( UAE intercepted 541 drones vs. only 165 ballistic. similar ratios in Kuwait/Bahrain). IRGC units now described as independent and somewhat isolated (Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi’s own words). Interception rates remain 80–95%+ in defended areas. Salvo size/tempo collapse (clearest real-time indicator).…

Lenovo has introduced two new tablets – one is ready to hit the road, the other will feel more at home at the office. The Lenovo ThinkTab X11 is the company’s first rugged Android tablet. It is IP68-certified and MIL-STD-810H tested. Importantly, it supports Batteryless Mode, so it can stay all day on a dock or be used as a kiosk. When running on battery, the X11 has 10,200mAh in its tank. The tablet supports 5G and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, as well as dual USB-C ports. There is a front-mounted NFC receiver too, which can simplify payments. …

Some users encountered the “Microsoft Visual C++ Minimum Runtime” error while installing some programs, updating apps, or playing games. When this error occurs, the affected program fails to install or run, making it unusable for users. This article lists some effective solutions to fix this error. Microsoft Visual C++ 2022 X86 Minimum Runtime The feature […] This article Microsoft Visual C++ Minimum Runtime error [Fix] first appeared on TheWindowsClub.com.

WhatsApp suggests using a VPN to evade network restrictions on its serviceIt explicitly lists Mullvad and AmneziaVPN as “well-regarded” VPN providers The move comes as WhatsApp is increasingly a target of censors wordwideFor millions of users living under restrictive internet regimes, maintaining access to basic communication tools is a daily battle. In a crucial update to its support documentation, WhatsApp has begun explicitly recommending two privacy-focused services, Mullvad and Amnezia VPN, to help users stay connected when the app is blocked.While Meta-owned platforms typically offer generic advice about using the best VPN services to navigate restrictions, naming specific third-party providers…

Residents of the U.S. Mid-Atlantic endured a formidable winter in 2025-2026, marked by several high-impact storms and prolonged stretches of cold temperatures that left parts of the Chesapeake Bay frozen over. Longtime residents may recall a winter nearly 50 years ago when the region saw even more widespread ice cover.  The MSS (Multispectral Scanner System) on Landsat 1 captured this image during the exceptionally cold winter of 1976-1977. The mosaic combines two Landsat scenes acquired on February 7 with a third captured on February 8. The landscape is shown in false color (MSS bands 6-5-4), in which ice appears in…

Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you’re buying the best. Find out more about how we test. GameSir G7 Pro: one-minute reviewGameSir is a controller brand that’s only gone from strength to strength over the last few years. Reliably offering forward-thinking controllers for Xbox and Switch consoles as well as PC and mobile, they’re (typically) competitively priced and offer more features and longevity than even first-party gamepads.That trend continues with the GameSir G7 Pro, which has easily entered my top three on the GameSir tier list…

Cross, based on the Alex Cross book series by James Patterson, is a crime thriller currently airing its second season on Amazon Prime Video, and it seems destined to surpass some of the other great detective series on the service. It’s got great source material, an unpredictable plot that keeps you hooked, a compelling performance from Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross himself, and potentially a very bright future. If you haven’t given in a try yet, now may be the right time. Aldis Hodge shines as Alex Cross It’s the best take on the character yet Alex Cross is a…

Introduction Tecno Camon 50 series is now complete with the announcement of the flagship cameraphone – the Camon 50 Ultra 5G. It builds on the Camon 50 and Camon 50 Pro with an all-around premium camera experience, a tougher build, and a faster chip with 5G. The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra 5G is a dual-curved smartphone with two Gorilla Glass panels, aiming to impress you right out of the bat. It relies on a smooth matte design with a two-tone back panel. The phone has all sorts of certifications – IP66, IP58, IP69, IP69K, and even MIL-STD-810 compliance. The Camon…