Windows 11 24H2 Is Ready, but Not for Your PC

We were expecting it to arrive in a few months, but its already done for some PCs. However,Recall is now on hold, as the original implementation had several significant security problems. Theres no current release date for Recall. Source:Microsoft SupportviaWindows Latest

June 17, 2024 · 1 min · 41 words · Jacqueline Stewart

Windows Has a New Annoying Popup for Microsoft Edge

Now theres a brand new popup that appears when opening Edge on Windows. The popup asks you to switch your default internet tool setting to Microsoft Edge with a snazzy new animation. It doesnt seem to appear in Edge on Mac or Linux, only Windows. Joe Fedewa / How-To Geek In typical Microsoft interface design fashion, the only options on the popup are Confirm or Set later. Microsoft has pushed its Edge internet tool with aggressive advertising and popups on both Windows 10 and Windows 11....

June 17, 2024 · 1 min · 86 words · Randy Cross

Autonomous SmartDesk Levitate Review: An Assembly Nightmare With Moderate Payoff

Rather than optimizing space, the sensor takes too much away and actively intrudes on the user experience. Autonomous SmartDesk Levitate puts a new spin on standing desks. Its sensor simulates levitating based on hand movements. Mark LoProto / How-to Geek Solid steel and natural ash wood make this desk durable and sturdy, extending from 26.3 to 44.1 in. Price and Availability The Autonomous SmartDesk Levitate is available exclusively through Autonomous’online store....

June 16, 2024 · 3 min · 535 words · Eric Whitney

I Got Burned Shopping on TikTok, But You Can Learn From My Mistake

Almost anyone can monetize their TikTok account using Shopifywhich is how I got burned. Here’s what you should probably know to verify it doesn’t happen to you. I didn’t plan to use it as a shopping platform. But who can resist the siren song of clothing and criss-cross chairs? Not me, apparently. When the item never arrived and I requested a refund, I was met with radio silence. I’m not holding my breath....

June 16, 2024 · 2 min · 280 words · Lori Brown

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for June 16 (#371)

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....

June 16, 2024 · 2 min · 256 words · Jordan Bryant

Why I Save My Time Machine Backups to My Mac's Internal Drive

But what if you don’t have an external storage drive? you could still make use of Time Machine by placing backups on your local drive. Here’s why I use this method to back up my files and why you should consider it too. Using your local drive for backups, you could revert to previous versions of files or restore deleted items. Yet, it’s important to note that using the same drive for storage and backups carries risks....

June 16, 2024 · 2 min · 308 words · Kathryn Hess

Why I’m Unlikely to Use Copilot for Microsoft 365 Anytime Soon

Microsoft hasn’t held back on its claims about the power of Copilot. It also has a chatbot that can help you along the way with your work. Businesses pay more but have the opportunity to save money through a yearly bill. All these prices are on top of your Microsoft 365 subscription. Then, there comes the issue of having to adjust the way I work. I feel that Copilot is better aimed at businesses with the time and means to train their staff....

June 16, 2024 · 1 min · 193 words · Keith Perkins

Windows 11's Pomodoro Timer Helps With My Productivity, but it's Not Perfect

Summary It’s vital to be able to work without distractions. Then again, a Pomodoro is not something everyone will know about. After the timer goes off, set a five-minute break, and repeat! Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek But Focus Sessions does some things that help it stand out. It’s important to note that the programs themselves aren’t blockedjust the notifications and other distracting alarms. For some, that may mean the distractions are there to scroll through social media or otherwise procrastinate....

June 16, 2024 · 1 min · 165 words · Alicia Howell

4 Signs You Don't Actually Need Windows

This is one of the reasons Chromebooks are so popular. At the same time, it means you don’t really have to stick around. Not that any non-Windows implementation is nearly as well-integrated. Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek The litany of missteps means we need to keep our options open. Justin Duino / How-To Geek

June 15, 2024 · 1 min · 54 words · Peter Solomon

6 Reasons People Spend Too Much Money On GPUs

Rather than just the performance. That said, I think it is worth paying more for a graphics card that makes less noise. Now that’s a practical luxury worth its weight in gold! Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek Buying the card that offers the lowest decibel rating is what I’d recommend. Brand Snobbery There are premium card partner brands, and then there are more budget-oriented ones. I’d definitely take a 2% hit on peak performance for a 20% difference in price!...

June 15, 2024 · 1 min · 149 words · John Anderson

Bring Back the Weird: The 10 Best Strange PC Cases

Case manufacturers have certainly taken advantage of this, with some of these weird and wonderful cases. 2DeepCool Quadstellar Infinity TheQuadStellaris basically the TriStellar, but one better. It keeps the compartmentalized design idea from the TriStellar, but now accommodates E-ATX motherboards. Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek Still, this is a great design for anyone who does hardware testing. The Level 10 GT is humangous, and designed specifically to maximize cooling and minimize noise....

June 15, 2024 · 1 min · 139 words · Bonnie Edwards

I Park My Mouse In the Middle of My Keyboard, Here's Why

Summary Is your mouse still off to the side of your keyboard like its always been? I know that sounds like a sales pitch, but its not. Heres why you should put your mouse between your keyboard halves too! Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek A Split Keyboard Makes It Possible To Reconfigure Your Desk Lets start at the beginning here. I personally use theDygma Raise, but there areother split keyboardsto choose from....

June 15, 2024 · 2 min · 341 words · Melinda Moore

Real-World Benchmarks Always Trump Manufacturer Claims, Here's Why

In other words, there isnt a standardized benchmark suite that hardware manufacturers use to test their new products. Some phone makers such as Samsung, OnePlus, and otherswent too farand were evencaught cheatingin somebenchmarks. Lets take AMD and Intel CPUs as an example. Lucas Gouveia / How-To Geek The 5800X3D is shown above this paragraph, with the 7600X performance slides shown below. Next, weve got two Intel CPUs, the Core i9-14900K and the Core i9-14900KS....

June 15, 2024 · 2 min · 230 words · Hannah Crawford