8 Great Touchpad-Friendly Laptop Games (For When You Can't Use a Mouse)

Here are some great games you could enjoy on a laptop with only a keyboard and touchpad. Civilization VI is the latest entry, and its alotof fun. When you get bored, Civilization VI has many different game modes that change the core mechanics. You should definitely get those expansions if you’re able to. Its a native game on Windows, macOS, and Linux, but online multiplayer usually isnt cross-platform. The controls are primarily point-and-click, and it works well with a touchpad....

July 4, 2024 · 2 min · 293 words · Mr. David Rodriguez

Hey Google, Add These 5 Things to YouTube and Maybe I’ll Finally Pay for Premium

While I appreciate the innovation, I have to say, these features don’t excite me. Wheres the Shorts “Off” Button? I’d pay good money to get YouTube withoutShorts. Before you know it, youvewasted a couple of hours watching contentof very questionable value. I already have TikTok for that. Whats With the Janky Comment Translation? As it stands, YouTubes comment translation feature is wasting away. Give Me More Stats, Stats, Stats! As a premium feature, YouTube could repeat this, but on steroids....

July 4, 2024 · 2 min · 234 words · Matthew Liu

I Love Quirky USB Chargers (And Some Are Actually Useful)

So essentially, anything I want to collect needs to be somewhat compact and something I can actually use. So, I turned my eyes to something elseweird chargers. Now I have something I can collect that’s both interesting and has a purpose. That said, I didn’t expect these to be good chargers. But one quirky charger is probably one of the best I’ve had in a while! So sometimes, maybe it’s better than judging something by looks alone....

July 4, 2024 · 1 min · 149 words · Kelly Murphy

Panic Playdate Review: Still a Fun Gaming Device Two Years Later

Panic Playdate is a tiny handheld game system with reflective screen, new games, and a crank. In the box is the handheld, USB-C to USB-A cable, and some quick start paperwork. Included with the price is a full first season of 24 downloadable games. Bill Loguidice / How-To Geek Additional games are available for purchase, generally ranging in price from free to $13 each. Despite its diminutive dimensions, the Playdate’s shape makes it easy to hold, even with larger hands....

July 4, 2024 · 3 min · 471 words · Jessica Carter

Should Old Games Be Remade or Left Alone?

Quick Links Summary Remakes and remasters remain one of the more controversial topics in gaming. This begs the question: should developers even bother remaking old games? Thanks to modern technological advancements, the latest games have impressive audio and photorealistic graphics. Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek Gameplay experiences have been refined to give players more fun and remove frustration (especially with controls). Old games can have pixelated textures, low poly models, and poor performance owing to underpowered systems....

July 4, 2024 · 3 min · 466 words · Robert Thomas

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for July 4 (#389)

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 4, 2024 · 2 min · 214 words · Michael Krueger MD

3D Transistors Are Coming to Save Moore's Law

The question is: where do we go now? The 3D design is a major part of the answer. How Have Computers Continued to Get Faster? Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek Generally speaking, the more transistors you have, the smarter and more capable your setup will be. Today, things are different. But theres a problem: transistors are getting too small. Paper 29.6, “Complementary Field-Effect Transistor (CFET) Demonstration at 48nm Gate Pitch for Future Logic TechnologyScaling,” S....

July 3, 2024 · 1 min · 182 words · Brandon Ayers

Considering a New Tablet? Don't Overlook the iPad Mini

A Portable and Lightweight Tablet The iPad Mini is, as the name suggests, mini. With an 8.3-inch display, it is significantly smaller than its 13- and 11-inch counterparts. My iPad Mini fits in all of my bags, even smaller crossbodies and fanny packs. Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek It is practically weightless, and the attached Apple Pencil makes it a perfect on-the-go productivity machine. Apple’s Best eReader The iPad Mini’s size makes it a perfect eReader....

July 3, 2024 · 1 min · 175 words · Melinda Jordan

I've Made These Changes to My iPhone Settings to Make My Life Easier

Unfortunately, because of this habit, I always miss important sounds around me like the doorbell. You won’t believe it, but I even missed the fire alarm once! opt for “Sounds” option. Then, in the following window, choose the sound you want your iPhone to recognize for you. However, we all have that one friend who knows our password and can easily reach the Hidden folder. To avoid such a situation, it’s better to hide the Hidden folder from the Photos app....

July 3, 2024 · 3 min · 439 words · Courtney Williamson

iPhone Mirroring Will Save You From Having to Run iOS Apps on Your Mac

Related Summary I just tried iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia and came away thoroughly impressed. Remarkably, iPhone Mirroring even worked smoothly on my Intel-based 2018 MacBook Pro! iPhone Mirroring for macOS is just like that. We’ve been able torun iPhone apps in a window on the Macfor a while now. Too bad I cannot be bothered to install them on my Mac beforehand. iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia proves that Apple’s listened to my prayers....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 241 words · Larry Reed

Microsoft’s Office Web Apps Have a Fresh New Design

Those updates arent stopping, as updated menus and file controls have now arrived in the Office web apps. It allows you to create, open, save, share, and manage your documents. Weve heard from many of you that finding commands can be difficult and less than intuitive. The changes are designed to make the File menu more intuitive and lightweight. If you dont see the new design already, you might just have to wait a few more weeks....

July 3, 2024 · 1 min · 90 words · Jennifer Walker

Save 20% Sitewide with Urban Armor Gear's 4th of July Sale

Related Need a new phone case? Now is your chance to get a great new rugged case from Urban Armor Gear! But you oughta check that you’re prepared first! Save 20% at Orban Armor Gear sitewide with the codeHTG20! UAG Save 20% at Orban Armor Gear sitewide with the codeHTG20! Whether you’re looking for a rugged case to keep your phone protected this summer or some unique accessories, you can find it here....

July 3, 2024 · 1 min · 73 words · James Morris

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for July 3 (#388)

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 3, 2024 · 2 min · 229 words · Sheila Mejia