The Best QLED TVs of 2024

The more FALD zones there are, the better. Nowadays, even budget QLED TVs come with FALD, which is great news for budget-conscious buyers. My advice is to aim for a FALD QLED TV even if youre on a budget. Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek You should also focus on the maximum brightness the TV youre eyeing can deliver. High max brightness combined with many FALD zones equals a great HDR experience....

July 6, 2024 · 3 min · 592 words · Paul Mendez

You Can Overclock Your GPU VRAM, But Do You Really Get a Performance Boost?

Below, I’ll cover the ins and outs of VRAM overclocking. I’ll also do a few benchmarks to see if there’s an actual difference in real-world gaming. In simple terms, VRAM stores everything your GPU needs to display the final image on your screen. Another factor is the types of games you play. Maxing out VRAM can lead to stuttering, texture pop-in, and other visual artifacts. There’s only one way to find out!...

July 6, 2024 · 2 min · 253 words · Ashley Anderson

Your Old iPhone Could Run Apple Intelligence, Here's Why Apple Said No

But there is a very compelling reason behind this decision. But what if you have an iPhone 15 that you bought last year? However, John Giannandrea, Apple’s AI chief, denied these rumors. Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek You’re likely familiar with CPUs andGPUs, but NPUs are the new buzzword. Many new phones and tablets now come equipped with NPUs alongside CPUs and GPUs. The availability of NPUs allows devices to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, all with minimal power consumption....

July 6, 2024 · 2 min · 393 words · Roger Dean

5 Tips to Make the Most of Microsoft Copilot While Studying

To get the most out of using Copilot when studying, we recommend using Microsoft Edge. Its excellent Copilot integration can unlock a whole new way of interacting with your study materials. A popular one is acronyms. Another popular mnemonic rig is rhymes, which use rhyming words to help you remember information. When creating rhymes, Copilot can have trouble with complex topics. But for simple use cases, like the example above, it should have no problem....

July 5, 2024 · 3 min · 475 words · Audrey Gonzales

5 Years Later, Apple TV+ Is Still Missing These Essential Features

Summary Apple TV+ is one of my favorite streaming services. However, Apple TV+ falters when it comes to functionality. It means that everyone can watch whatever they want on their own machine. Apple Another wrinkle is that everyone you invite to Family Sharing needs to create an Apple account. An Android App for Phones and Tablets Apple is known for its walled garden. Typically, if you want to use an Apple service, you should probably own an Apple product....

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 165 words · Amanda Keller

Can't Delete Files on Your Mac? Use This Trick to Unlock Them

Quick Links MacOS is arguably the most user-friendly desktop OS, but it’s not perfect. Here’s two quick and easy ways to do it. What are Locked Files in MacOS? Sergio Rodriguez / How-To Geek

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 34 words · Joseph Hughes

Everything You Need to Know About Microsoft Word's Styles

Let’s look into what they are, what they do, and how to use them. Why Use Styles? Any text that contains formatting that differs from the Normal style should have its own style name. Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek |Kamil Zajaczkowski/ Shutterstock bring up the “View” tab on the ribbon, and click “Draft.” You will then see the Style Area Pane on the left of your document. This will launch the Apply Styles dialog box....

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 202 words · Rebecca Skinner

Google's Most Notable Failures: Where Did Things Go Wrong?

In fact, the tech giant has a graveyard of projects that it closed after operating them for years. Let’s take a look at some of Google’s notable failures and what led to their demise. 1Google+ Launched in 2011, Google+ was Google’s attempt torival Facebookin the social networking space. Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek However, it failed to gain much traction. The primary reason for its failure was its late entry into the market....

July 5, 2024 · 3 min · 499 words · Alexandra Moore

PSA: The Xbox 360 Store Is Shutting Down This Month

Summary After almost 20 years, Microsoft is officially closing the Xbox 360 storefront. After July 29, 2024, you will no longer be able to purchase games on your vintage 360. Heres what that means. emodpk/Shutterstock.com Used copies that you find on disc will continue to work just fine. TrueAchievementshas a full list of games that are currently on sale, with more being added each week. Expect more discounts before the store closes for good....

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 161 words · Mary Blankenship

The Best of Steam's Summer Sale: 15 Brilliant PC Games for Under $5

But stocking up on games for the summer doesn’t need to be expensive. And it makesa brilliant couch co-op game! Oh, and when I said “challenging platforming,” I meant it. This game ishard, but it’s tight controls and fast respawn make it a thrill to keep playing. You’ll have to play it yourself to discover the rest, though. It’s an addictive gameplay loop thanks to the delicate balance of random encounters and strategic planning....

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 156 words · Peter Dixon

The Best Printers of 2024

Luckily, there are a few key things to consider to help you find the best printer. The most important question to ask yourself is: What do I need my printer to do? You should also consider which devices you want to print from. For personal use, the average print speed and capacity of most printers is plenty. If you don’t want to look at many printers to find the perfect one, don’t worry!...

July 5, 2024 · 3 min · 570 words · Heidi Harris

The Perfect Gaming Controller Came Out in 2021, Here's Why I Still Love It

The question is, which one do you choose? Is the Pro 2 controller comfortable to hold? It feels like the PlayStation and Super Nintendo controllers had a baby. The Pro 2 has modern comforts like joysticks, trigger buttons, and grips. The build quality is rock solid. Button clicks are satisfying. While holding the controller, I haven’t once wished that I were holding a different one. The design is subdued and, dare I say, elegant....

July 5, 2024 · 2 min · 419 words · Kyle Wheeler

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for July 5 (#390)

It sounds easy, but it isn’tConnections categories can be almost anything, and they’re usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we’ve got you covered. What Is Connections? Connections is a game from the New York Times. The objective is simple: sort 16 words into groups of 4. Each group of words will be connected by some common idea or theme. That common element could be anything....

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 200 words · Stephanie Montoya