You Can Ditch Google Assistant for Microsoft’s Copilot AI on Android

Microsoft’s Copilot AI is slowly but surely appearing everywhere. If it’s not available, check that you’ve updated the Copilot app first. Unfortunately, as mentioned above, we’re not seeing the full Copilot experience. Either way, this gives you one more option and a shortcut to another true AI assistant on Android. Source:Mishaal Rahman on X

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 54 words · Alexis Collins

Amazon Is Restricting Some Apps on Fire TV

Android-based operating systems pushing aside core Android features is nothing new. Huawei is going down that route with HarmonyOS, but Amazon did it first with its Fire OS ecosystem. The latest “improvement” to the OS seems to be restricting basic Android app functionality. Amazon Putting this as a “security change” is a bit weird, to be frank. It is true that ADB access to malicious apps can be disastrous. If you grant ADB access to an app, you probably know what that app is doing....

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 126 words · Jessica Salinas

Cooler Master Launches the Customizable MK770 Mechanical Keyboard

Cooler Master just launched theMK770, a highly customizable mechanical keyboard with a unique sense of style. On paper, the MK770 seems to be an exceptional value. It costs just $120 but offers a gasket-mounted design that should provide a “clean” sound. Andrew Heinzman / How-To Geek Hallmarks like hot-swappable switches, per-key RGB lighting, and PBT double-shot keycaps are also included. Cooler Master also boasts a “hybrid” design that delivers “minimal lag and low power consumption....

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 180 words · Debra Robinson

Google Maps Gains Transit Navigation on Galaxy Watch and Pixel Watch

The Galaxy Watch and Pixel Watch now offer on-wrist transit directions with Google Maps. Google Maps shows departure times and provides compass-guided directions to each of your destinations. This feature, which previously debuted in the Google Maps smartphone app, is still limited to certain cities. Andrew Heinzman / How-To Geek Google Wallet’s “passes” feature is also transit-oriented. Of course, this feature supports a range of tickets, passes, membership cards, and other items....

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 165 words · Rebecca Porter

Lenovo's New Concept Laptop Has a Transparent Screen

Its still just a concept product for now, but its definitely an impressive feat of engineering. The keyboard area is also transparent, without physical keys or a clearly-marked trackpad area. The transparency allows it to effortlessly integrate naturally within its environment. Justin Duino / How-To Geek The edge-to-edge panel looks pretty cool, too. Theres no telling when, or if, this could become a real rig. If it does become a real product, there will probably be at least a few changes....

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 121 words · Nicholas Morales

OnePlus Watch 2 Review: A Fine, But Boring, Smartwatch

Summary From Apple to Google to Samsung, smartwatches have completely stagnated. The Design Lacks Any Convection On the surface, the Watch 2 specs are intriguing. It features a 1.43-inch circular display with 326 pixels per inch. Tyler Hayes / How-To Geek The OnePlus Watch 2 specs, even if decent, dont tell the whole story. Some of the Watch 2s silliest faux pas overshadow the better parts of the product. For example, the plastic induction charger that comes with Watch 2 is cheap all around....

February 26, 2024 · 3 min · 502 words · Amanda Paul

Ring Discontinues Its Car Security Camera

However, it’s now being discontinued. Customers who purchased a Car Cam will continue to receive software updates and support. We remain excited about opportunities to innovate in the auto space." Ring This is unfortunate news, as the product had plenty of promise. If you still want this key in of product, consider theGarmin Dash Cam Live. Ring

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 57 words · Jessica Parker

Sling Orange vs. Sling Blue: What's the Difference (And Which Has the Best Add-Ons)?

The platform has two plans available: Sling Orange and Sling Blue. The plans have differing channel lineups and lots of extras available. Which one is right for you? Depending on where you live, the exact channel lineups can vary a bit. What is Sling Orange? Sling Orange is a $40 per-month plan with a total of 32 channels. You get the 26 channels available to all customers, plus six unique channels....

February 26, 2024 · 2 min · 235 words · Brad Gray

Upgrade Your Next Camping Adventure With the Bluetti SwapSolar Ecosystem

Bluetti has established itself as an industry leader in the production of innovative and green portable power solutions. Bluetti SwapSolar Ecosystem Presenting the best of both worlds, Bluetti is proud to introduceSwapSolar. Even under the intense glare of the sun, this refrigerator consistently maintains your desired coolness. Its superior insulation not only ensures prolonged freshness for your food but also optimizes energy efficiency. Smart and Portable Design Weighing just 25 kilograms, the MultiCooler is lighter than you might think....

February 26, 2024 · 2 min · 248 words · Casey Martin

Your Next Android Phone Could Have a ChatGPT-Like Chatbot, No Cloud Required

Qualcomm chipsets power many Android smartphones and tablets, as well as some Windows PCs and embedded devices. Its a modified version of theLLaVA model. Justin Duino / How-To Geek Qualcomm Qualcomm

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 31 words · Sarah Davis

Your Next Android Smartwatch Might Last 100 Hours on Battery

Most smartwatches struggle to last 24 hours on a single charge. But the newly-releasedOnePlus Watch 2boasts a maximum 100-hour battery life. One major change was the introduction of a dual-chipset architecture. Justin Duino / How-To Geek A developer-facing “hybrid interface” chooses when to utilize the AP or MCU. This gives manufacturers and developers the ability to tailor battery optimizations to certain tasks. Still, the Pixel Watch needs to be recharged every day....

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 170 words · Thomas Hunter

Did You Know Apple TV Supports VPNs? Here's How to Use Them

First, go to the App Store on your Apple TV and search for a VPN app. pick the app you want to install, and choose “Get.” pop launch the app, and enter with your credentials after purchasing a subscription. Lebedev Yury/Shutterstock.com Then activate the VPN for the region of your choice. Which VPN Services are Currently Supported on Apple TV? If your preferred VPN isn’t there, it’s possible for you to’t yet use it this way....

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 82 words · Jeffrey Wright

Lenovo's New Portable Monitor Has USB-C and Touch Support

Laptops arent necessarily limited to one screen, even when youre traveling. It can tilt from -5 to 90 and only weighs 1.5 pounds (0.7 kilograms). Its also a full touch screen. Justin Duino / How-To Geek That might require an AC power adapter for the monitor depending on your laptop, which is sold separately. In theory, you could use this monitor as aDeX screenwith many Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets.

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 70 words · Jesse Garza