Verizon Customers Get Netflix and Max for $10 a Month

Beginning December 7th, Verizon myPlan customers can bundle ad-supported Netflix and Max for just $10 a month. This is in addition to existing myPlan perks, including discounted Walmart+ service and a cheaper Disney Bundle. The ad-supported versions of Netflix and Max usually cost $6.99 and $9.99 a month, respectively. Bundling with Verizon myPlan shaves $7 off the total monthly fee. It’s a pretty generous offer, assuming that you’re already a Verizon myPlan customer....

December 4, 2023 · 1 min · 152 words · Jacqueline Williams

Govee Christmas String Lights Review: Festive Holiday Decor Usable All Year

Govee Christmas String Lights transform your space into a stunning festive scene. This set of lights has adjustable colors and brightness levels to create the most cheerful ambiance for any occasion. I tried the smaller of the two which the company says is suitable for a 3 to 4-foot tree. Tyler Hayes / How-To Geek I threw caution to the wind and wrapped them around a 9-foot slim artificial tree....

December 3, 2023 · 2 min · 361 words · Carrie Williams

How to Scan QR Codes on Windows 11

You typically access them with a smartphone. Fortunately, there are a couple of ways to scan QR codes using your Windows PC. However, it can also scan QR codes. Joe Fedewa / How-To Geek To use this feature, press the Windows key to get into the Start menu. In the search bar, key in “Camera” and pop pop the app. Within the Camera app, nudge the gear icon in the top-left corner....

December 3, 2023 · 1 min · 179 words · Christopher Wright

How to View Deleted Reddit Posts

Quick Links Summary Trying to access a Reddit post that’s been deleted? Worry not, as you have a couple of ways to access removed posts on the platform. We’ll show you how to use those methods on your iPhone, Android, or computer. Does Reddit Let You See Deleted Posts? Officially, Reddit doesn’t allow you to see deleted posts. If you’ve never heard of it,the Wayback Machine is like a time machine for websites....

December 3, 2023 · 2 min · 230 words · Gary Taylor

What's the Difference Between Business and Consumer Laptops (And Which Should You Buy?)

But what exactly makes business laptops pricier, and are they worth the extra cost? Let’s break down the key differences to help you make the right purchase decision. Some Fujitsu laptops even havepalm vein scanners, the most secure punch in of biometric security. Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek Other higher-end laptops come with a physical smart card scanner that you could use to unlock the gadget. The last prominent security feature commonly found in business laptops is theKensington Security Slot....

December 3, 2023 · 2 min · 361 words · Darren Macdonald

How to Fix System Restore on Windows When It Fails to Recover

We’re going to show you how to fix that problem. Doing this will restore your machine to the most recent System Restore point. To do this, press Win+S and jot down “cmd” in the search box. Then, right-click “Command Prompt” in the search results and select “Run as administrator.” To access Advanced Options, press the Windows key and click “Power.” Then, hold Shift and click “Restart.” When your rig boots up, it will be in Windows RE....

December 2, 2023 · 2 min · 412 words · Sarah Fletcher

Plugable Thunderbolt 4 & USB4 11-in-1 Dock Review: Where's the HDMI 2.1?

It’s all great, but it comes at a price. No HDMI 2.1 Is a Major Letdown Let’s get the bad out of the way first. This is a bit of a letdown when you consider how many 4K120 monitors are on the market today. Sergio Rodriguez / How-To Geek Being locked to 4K60 could be considered a pretty big drawback for many. It would be much more practical to have the main plug on the back for a cleaner setup....

December 2, 2023 · 1 min · 202 words · Andrea Williamson

Your Laptop's Thermal Paste Is Aging. Is It Time for a Refresh?

Summary Frustrated because your trusty old laptop overheats or even shuts down all the time? Perhaps you don’t have to replace it just yet. One cheap way to fix the issue is by replacing the thermal paste. R. Rizvanov/Shutterstock.com What Is Thermal Paste? The heat from your processor transfers into the heat sink, which in turngets cooled off by a fan. This makes it possible for tiny pockets of heat-insulating air to get trapped between them....

December 2, 2023 · 2 min · 354 words · Mark Mora

Amazon Echo Pop vs. Apple HomePod mini: Which Smart Speaker Is Best for You?

Both options are small and compact speakers designed to be placed almost anywhere. It weighs a little less than a pound and is 3.3 inches tall. you’re free to choose from one of five eye-catching colors. Apple and Amazon On top of the speaker is asmall touch control panel with volume control and more. The Echo Pop is also a colorful and svelte smart speaker. It’s 3.6 inches tall with fabric covering the front-firing speaker....

December 1, 2023 · 3 min · 429 words · Brian Spears

DirecTV Just Lost Channels in 52 Areas

As usual with carriage disputes, each company is blaming the other for being unreasonable. ATV antennamight fill in the remaining content gaps. Source:Variety,DirecTV

December 1, 2023 · 1 min · 23 words · Mary White

What Are Retro Game Upscalers and Are They Worth It?

That’s where specialized retro upscalers come into the picture. What Is a Retro Upscaler? That is, without a retro upscaler. Terry Papoulias/Shutterstock.com Retro upscalers come in many varieties with different promises. Some are designed for a specific console or set of consoles, while others are more universal. They can range in price from less than $100 to price tags closer to $1,000. Retrotink The final results can also be quite variable....

December 1, 2023 · 1 min · 200 words · Thomas Rodriguez

Windows 11’s Media Player Is Actually Good—Here's Why You Should Use It

If you haven’t tried it, you might be missing one of the best improvements in Windows 11. Media Player is organized into your music library, video library, and playlists. you might also manually add foldersyou might have all your music on an external drive, for example. When you open a video, Media Player will switch to a minimal playback interface. Music playback controls appear at the bottom of the window and in the Windows quick tweaks panel....

December 1, 2023 · 1 min · 144 words · Joshua Clark

Belkin BoostCharge Pro 2-in-1 Review: Minimal MagSafe Made For StandBy

Its StandBy ready for you to take advantage of iPhone placement options. The Belkin BoostCharge Pro 2-in-1 has a 15W MagSafe charger for iPhones 12 and later. That charger can tilt from 0 to 70 degrees, so its either flat or in aStandBy mode. Tyler Hayes / How-To Geek On the back is a shiny metal Apple Watch fast charger. Its not a complicated product, but its personality is in the details....

November 30, 2023 · 3 min · 527 words · William Mclean