When Should You Replace an Office PC?

Hear me out first before making the final call. With this particular example, the CPUs are rather old, so you’ll have to buy them second-hand. Another cheap upgrade is memory. The third but perhaps most significant upgrade is a newSSD. The only reason I didn’t mention the SSD first is that your office PC probably already has one. Also, if it’s so old that itdoesn’t support Windows 11, your security could be compromised....

July 24, 2024 · 1 min · 77 words · Erin Ray

You Can't Buy TV Shows From Google TV Anymore

Related Google is removing the ability to purchase TV shows through the Google TV service. Google is recommending people buy TV shows from YouTube. Annoyingly, there’s no technical reason for this change. Jordan Gloor / How-To Geek Source:Google TV Help,9to5Google

July 24, 2024 · 1 min · 40 words · Curtis Obrien

8 Key Questions to Ask Yourself When Installing a Third-Party App

To ensure your safety, always reflect on a few questions before downloading any app. They might change your mind or help you find a safer alternative. Do I Really Need the App? Shan Abdul / How-to Geek Before downloading any third-party app, consider whether you genuinely need it. Also, find out if any third-party apps you already use offer a similar feature. Is There an Official Alternative Available? Google If you absolutely need the app, don’t install it right away....

July 23, 2024 · 2 min · 421 words · Corey Sharp

8 Lesser-Known Evernote Features You Should Be Using

Related Summary Evernote has many useful features that many users aren’t aware of. If you use Evernote for note-taking, utilizing these features can help you unlock the app’s full potential. This allows you to scan documents and import scanned images directly into your notes. The app employs OCR technology to make scanned notes searchable. This feature is available only in the smartphone app. For scanning multiple pages, use the auto mode to scan each page consecutively....

July 23, 2024 · 2 min · 372 words · Harold Williams

Amazon Prime Video's Redesign Is Actually Great

Related Amazon is now pushing a redesigned Prime Video app that prioritizes “clarity and simplicity.” The redesigned app should roll out to all users by the end of the week. Today’s Prime Video redesign aims to make this functionality more obvious and manageable. Amazon The left side of this navbar is dedicated to content discovery. Conversely, the right side of the new navbar is dedicated to services that you already pay for....

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 122 words · Robert Hamilton

Did You Know Disney+ Has Special Features Like DVDs?

Well, Disney+ has your back. In the age of streaming, special features are mostly lost. On Netflix, you’ll usually get a trailer, maybe a season recap if you’re lucky. But did you know that Disney+ is full of special features? To find it, navigate to a show or movie, then switch to the “Extras” tab. If you don’t see the tab, it means there are no special features. From there, simply select what you want to watch and it begins playing....

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 114 words · James Wright

How Modern TVs Killed Light Gun Games

This allowed the Zapper to easily distinguish targets apart from the background. After pulling the trigger, the Zapper’s light sensors quickly detect if you are aiming at a target. They also scan the surrounding background to determine which target you hit. Activating the sensor while aiming anywhere outside these boxes counts as a miss. Despite its innovative design, the Zapper relies heavily on the CRT’s analog display to function. As such, the quick and consistent display of a CRT monitor was vital for early light gun shooters....

July 23, 2024 · 2 min · 302 words · Linda Lee

iOS 18's New Flashlight Is a Perfect Example of What I Love About Apple

These smart capabilities are coming to iOS 18’s thanks to an overhauled flashlight UI. No detail is too small for Apple’s designers. What a time to be alive! The solid curve also responds to finger movement, moving closer and farther from the flashlight icon. The dotted curve denotes the maximum threshold. It’s a simple yet effective interface. Anything that helps me fine-tune flashlight intensity in complete darkness gets a thumbs-up in my book....

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 148 words · Andrew Walker

iPhone Users Love Apple's Rules, Even With All the Restrictions

Apple certainly doesn’t hide it. And while that is true,many Android phones take equally stunning, or even better photos. Likewise, I think theSamsung ecosystem is just as good, if not better, than Apple’s. You want to tinker and fiddle until you’ve optimized every inch of it for maximum performance. But the vast majority of iPhone users don’t feel the same way. The problem with tinkering is that your phone is your most important rig....

July 23, 2024 · 2 min · 214 words · Christine Hood

iRobot’s New Roomba Robot Can Wash Its Own Mop

Related iRobot’s first Matter-compatible product is here. The 2-in-1 setup works on various surfaces, including carpets and hard floors. It lets you deep-scrub even the dirtiest areas and integrates with your iOS or Android-powered home. The machine employs a comprehensive cleaning system comprised of four stages. For best results on hard floors, the robot vacuums and mops simultaneously. it’s possible for you to manage the smart cleaner in the Home app or the officialiRobot Home app....

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 206 words · Vanessa Carr

Is iMessage Asking You to "Check In" With Contacts? Here's How to Fix It

Related Has your iPhone been asking you to “Check In” with people on iMessage? You might have tried to turn this feature off, only to find that you’re free to’t. Why is iMessage Asking Me to Check In with Someone? Check Inis a feature that was added iniOS 17that prompts you to check in with your regular iMessage contacts. What Could Go Wrong? Often it’s not someone you want to know your travel plans or location....

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 156 words · Thomas Murphy

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Review: Not Just for Early Adopters Anymore

Summary In the U.S., Samsung has led the foldable market. Now that competition is increasing, the company is under pressure to innovate. The 512GB and 1TB models cost $2,019.00 and $2,259.99, respectively. Justin Duino / How-To Geek All three spec tiers have 12GB of RAM and the Qualcomm Snapdragon Gen 3 for Galaxy. Samsung nailed down its design last year, finally making it so that the handset folded flat. But the moment you pick up the Fold 6, you’ll feel a difference....

July 23, 2024 · 5 min · 966 words · Bradley Barnes

T-Mobile's New Smartwatch for Kids Costs Just $12 a Month

In other words, the SyncUP Kids Watch 2 is mainly a tracking and communication unit. A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down. (Parents can remotely disable these distractions by enabling “School Mode” in the SyncUP KIDS app.) The original SyncUP Kids Watch was known to be fairly durable and long-lasting. I’ll go out on a limb and assume that this is true of the new model, too. One thing to note, however, is that the SyncUP KIDS Watch 2 isn’t waterproof....

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 108 words · Chris Robles