If you want an easy way to connect your laptop, phone, or tablet to your TV or an external monitor, this Anker USB-C-to-HDMI adapter is a great solution, especially now that it’s only $12 on Amazon.

Many newer devices need an A/C outlet, but older streaming sticks can often run directly off the TV’s USB port. How to: Plug the streaming stick into your TV’s HDMI port. Follow the on-screen ...