Explore Floor 796: The Internet’s Most Delightful Where’s Waldo for Tech Culture

Explore Floor 796: The Internet’s Most Delightful Where’s Waldo for Tech Culture

A playful, endlessly detailed interactive scene that turns scrolling into discovery and curiosity into joy.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 19, 2025

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What if the internet felt less like a feed and more like a puzzle you wanted to solve? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Explore Floor 796!

Floor 796 answers that question with a single sprawling illustration that rewards patience, curiosity, and sharp eyes, all without asking for an account, a download, or your attention span.

New Adaptive Power in iOS 26

New Adaptive Power in iOS 26

Apple’s new Adaptive Power mode in iOS 26 quietly reshapes how your iPhone manages energy throughout the day. It promises longer battery life with fewer compromises, especially when your phone senses heavy use ahead.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 18, 2025

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Have you ever watched your iPhone battery plunge faster than expected on a busy day and wished it would adapt before things got critical? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Turn On Adaptive Power on the iPhone.

Instead of waiting for you to flip on Low Power Mode, your iPhone now makes proactive adjustments based on how you actually use it.

🪟 Make Windows 11 Feel New Again - OCT Newsletter 12-17-2025

 🪟 Make Windows 11 Feel New Again - OCT Newsletter 12-17-2025

Discover the latest in desktop customization with new Windows 11 themes featured in the One Cool Tip Newsletter! 

Personalization enhances productivity and comfort, making your workspace feel truly yours. 

Discover curated themes available directly from the Microsoft Store for easy installation and a cohesive aesthetic. 

Learn more about how to personalize your digital experience today! 

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New Windows 11 Themes Bring Personal Style to the Microsoft Store

New Windows 11 Themes Bring Personal Style to the Microsoft Store

Windows 11 is getting more personal. Microsoft has introduced a new wave of curated themes in the Microsoft Store, making it easier to customize your PC with just a few clicks.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 17, 2025

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When you sit down at your PC every day, does it feel like yours or just another generic desktop?

Microsoft is betting that personalization matters more than ever, especially as work and home computing continue to blur. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the Microsoft Store for New Windows 11 Themes.

With new Windows 11 themes now available directly in the Microsoft Store, Microsoft is reframing desktop customization as a first-class experience rather than a hidden settings tweak.

Talk to Mr. Darcy? How NotebookLM Brings Jane Austen to Life

Talk to Mr. Darcy? How NotebookLM Brings Jane Austen to Life

Ever wished you could ask a question about Pride and Prejudice and get an instant, citation-backed answer? Google's NotebookLM makes it possible by turning classic literature into an interactive AI experience.

Fun Fact: Today is Jane Austen's Birthday She is best known for her novels about the lives of landed-gentry in Regency-era England.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 16, 2025

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Have you ever struggled to remember exactly how Captain Wentworth and Anne Elliot rekindled their romance in Persuasion? 

Or perhaps you want to compare the theme of inheritance across all seven of Jane Austen’s novels simultaneously. 

In the past, this required hours of flipping through pages or searching disparate websites. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Ask Jane Austen's book in NotebookLM.

Today, you can simply ask the books. 

Google’s NotebookLM has evolved from a simple note-taking tool into a powerful engine for interacting with massive amounts of text, and a new shared notebook containing the collected works of Jane Austen proves just how game-changing this is for readers, students, and book clubs.

🎨 Make Your Google Docs Look Amazing - OCT Newsletter 12-15-2025

 🎨 Make Your Google Docs Look Amazing - OCT Newsletter 12-15-2025

Discover the latest edition of the One Cool Tip Newsletter! 

This week, we dive into enhancing your Google Docs with stunning cover images, helping you create professional and engaging documents that stand out. 

Plus, stay informed about AI trends in the workplace and protect yourself from job scams. 

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Give Your Google Docs a Visual Makeover with Cover Images

Give Your Google Docs a Visual Makeover with Cover Images

Learn how to instantly upgrade the look of your documents by adding full-width cover images.  This Cool Tip walks you through the simple steps to turn boring text files into engaging, professional wikis and reports that elevate your corporate branding and impress clients.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 15, 2025

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Have you ever opened a Google Doc and felt immediately bored by the endless wall of white background and black text? 

We have all been there. 

While tools like Notion and Coda have long allowed users to beautify their workspaces with splashy header images, Google Docs often felt strictly utilitarian. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the Cover Image feature in Google Docs.

Google has introduced a native Cover Image feature that allows you to add a splash of personality, branding, or visual context right at the top of your document. 

It is a small change that makes a massive difference in how your work is perceived.

How to Use Google Chrome’s New Tab Split View

How to Use Google Chrome’s New Tab Split View

See two websites side by side in one browser window and stop juggling tabs. Google Chrome’s new Tab Split View makes it easier to compare content, copy information, and work faster without bouncing between tabs. 

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 14, 2025

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How often do you flip back and forth between tabs just to compare two pages or reference information while you work? 

For years, power users relied on window snapping at the operating system level or third-party extensions to solve this problem. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use Chrome's Tab Split View.

Chrome is addressing it directly with Tab Split View, a built-in way to place two tabs side by side inside a single browser window.

This is not flashy, but it is one of those features that immediately earns a permanent spot in your workflow once you start using it.

Control Your Instagram Reels Algorithm

Control Your Instagram Reels Algorithm

Take back control of what shows up in your Reels feed with new tools that let you shape, reset, and fine-tune what Instagram recommends. With a few taps, you can steer recommendations toward what actually matters to you.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 13, 2025

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Have you ever wondered why your Instagram Reels feed suddenly fills up with videos you never asked for, or why one accidental like seems to haunt your feed for weeks? 

For years, the Reels algorithm felt like a black box. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  See and Control Your Reels Algorithm.

Instagram is now opening that box, giving users direct tools to understand, adjust, and even reset how Reels recommendations work.

🧽 SpongeBob is Your Co-Pilot! - OCT Newsletter 12-12-2025

 🧽 SpongeBob is Your Co-Pilot! - OCT Newsletter 12-12-2025

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This week, we highlight the exciting "Drive with SpongeBob" feature on Waze, transforming your daily commute into a whimsical adventure. 

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