Google Docs and Gmail Are Getting AI Writing Features

Gmail and Google Docs are the first to get new AI writing and rewriting features. With your collaborative AI partner you might continue to refine and edit, getting more suggestions as needed." Source:Google Workspace Blog Google GOogle

March 14, 2023 · 1 min · 37 words · Cody Ortega

Google-Owned Waze Will Help You Find EV Chargers

Waze now works even better for driving around in an electric vehicle. The feature is rolling out now, so verify to check it out if you have an EV. Google

March 14, 2023 · 1 min · 30 words · Deanna Hayes

How to Print Text Messages From Android

There are also third-party apps for creating text transcripts, which you could then print. Text messages pretty much only live on your Android phone. Printing a text conversation isn’t as simple as it sounds, but we’ll walk you through it. Justin Duino / How-To Geek It’s a little clunky, but it works. An even better option for screenshotting a text conversation is “scrolling screenshots.” This will capture more of the screen than you could see and result in fewer screenshot images....

March 14, 2023 · 2 min · 389 words · Kristin Rivas

How to Run Windows Apps on Your Mac Without Running Windows

Want to run Windows apps on your Mac without having to touch Windows? The easiest way to install Wineskin is to use Homebrew. you could also install unlisted applications, much in the same way Wineskin works above. CrossOver comes with a free trial so you’re able to test it out before you buy. CrossOver makes running Windows apps on your Mac easy, but you’ll pay $74 for the privilege. Try it out and take a look at theCrossOver Mac Forumbefore you snap up a license....

March 14, 2023 · 1 min · 128 words · Nathan Gibson

Microsoft Edge 111 Arrives With Bing AI and Edge Copilot

That functionality is now rolling out with the Microsoft Edge 111 update. The Bing-powered features require a Microsoft account that has been accepted into theBing waitlist.

March 14, 2023 · 1 min · 26 words · Robert Ramos

Peak Design Car Vent Mount Review: Adjustable Yet Sturdy

With the new Peak Design vent mount, you don’t have to worry about that. This isn’t your typical vent mount. Installation & Adjustability We’re all familiar with installing car phone mounts. Vent mounts aren’t stable enough and cover my vents, which obviously isn’t ideal. And in some states, windshield mounts are illegal. Thankfully, the Peak Design car vent mount solves all those problems in one easy-to-use design. You twist the round swivel knob on the front middle of the mount to line everything up....

March 14, 2023 · 2 min · 271 words · Todd Stewart

SwitchBot Hub Mini Review: Making Infrared Devices Smart

If you have a use for it, this little box can add connected intelligence to otherwise dumb devices. Related:What’s the Difference Between 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi (and Which Should I Use)? After updating the firmware, I was ready to go. The first step in the app is to add a remote control function. I selected the TV category and followed the prompts to match it to the remote. The database of other included machine types is equally impressive....

March 14, 2023 · 1 min · 187 words · Jennifer Murphy

15 Mac Apps You Should Be Using Everyday

Quick Links Some Mac apps are so useful you might just find yourself using them every day. Rectangle Add the window-snapping features to macOS that Apple should have included all along withRectangle. The app keeps a list of your recent clipboard items including text, images, and other files. Marcus Mears III / How-To Geek Drag icons behind a divider and have them automatically hide. press the arrow icon to expand the menu bar and show all apps....

March 13, 2023 · 2 min · 396 words · Amy Williams

Amazon Won't Let You Buy Kindle or Print Magazines Anymore

That feature is going away, though. More details on the publisher customer service options will be shared in the coming months." The final Kindle magazine and newspaper subscriptions will be delivered on September 4, 2023. Justin Duino / How-To Geek Source:Amazon,Good e-Reader

March 13, 2023 · 1 min · 42 words · Dr. Heather Myers

Controller vs. Mouse and Keyboard: Which Is Better?

Gamers often have strong feelings about which option is superior, but what’s the real answer? Controller vs. The primary strength of a mouse is speed and accuracy. Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek Where your targeting reticule will snap to an enemy if you’re just roughly in the right spot. As for keyboards, they actually make for a more interesting comparison. Keyboards aren’t analog, so they don’t allow for nuanced movement....

March 13, 2023 · 2 min · 251 words · Renee Kelly

How Is SSH Different From Telnet?

SSH is encrypted, so it is private and secure. That’s why SSH should be used in preference to TELNET. TELNET and SSH: The Origin Story Necessity is the mother of invention. Jordan Gloor / How-To Geek System administrators needed a way to access and manage computers that were physically located elsewhere. TELNET, short forteletype overnetwork protocol, was developed in 1969 as the answer to that problem. SSH was created much later—in 1995—as a direct response to Telnet and other similar solutions....

March 13, 2023 · 3 min · 630 words · Eric Rowland

Kodi 20.1 Has Arrived: Here's What's New

The latest 20.1 update is smaller in comparison, but still a worthwhile upgrade for anyone already running 20.0. There are some improvements for all platforms, though. Kodi should also handle NFS4 and Samba filesystems with fewer issues now. You candownload Kodifrom the official site, and the new 20.1 update is rolling out now to software repositories. If you find Kodi useful, considermaking a donationorbuying merchto help support the project.

March 13, 2023 · 1 min · 69 words · Shannon Barnes

This Anker Battery Is Under Recall for Fire Risk

Anker is now recalling some of its batteries for that reason. you might tell if you have an affected model by checking the bottom of the back of the battery. The recalled model identifies itself as 535 Power Bank (PowerCore 20K) and Model A1366. Anker Source:CPSC,Anker Anker

March 13, 2023 · 1 min · 47 words · Beth Perry