Tech News and Opinions
Which Amazon Echo Should I Buy?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the choices, or you want to pick the right gift for the holidays, we’re breaking down what your options are and who each Echo is for.
Facebook adds trust indicators to shared links to boost real journalism
Since the outbreak of its fake news crisis last year, Facebook has announced several initiatives designed to promote authentic, fact-based journalism. Today, the company is rolling out its latest:
Amazon puts the kibosh on bundled streaming TV plan for now
The basic idea behind the project was that customers would be able to pay for Amazon’s own curated bundle of popular channels without having to pay for the less-watched channels that usually come with traditional cable deals.
The FCC is having a terrible month, and consumers will pay the price
Believe it or not, things are about to get worse this month. Starting with the FCC’s open meeting tomorrow, the agency is poised to approve or propose no fewer than four decisions that will deregulate consolidated industries, remove consumer protections, and widen the digital divide.
FCC commissioner Rosenworcel vows to keep looking out for you
Jessica Rosenworcel calls herself an "impatient optimist." Even in the minority, the Democrat aims to make sure that deregulation doesn't hurt consumers.
Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks
Should I Leave My Laptop Plugged In All The Time?
It’s a tough question, and there are quite a few contradictory recommendations out there.
How to switch from Chrome to Firefox Quantum in under 2 minutes
Having used Chrome for ages, I've gotten used to the browser's sluggish performance and gluttony for system memory, and I've a feeling I'm not alone. With the launch of Firefox Quantum, we can finally break free from those shackles:
How to Restore Firefox to Its Default Settings and Start Fresh
Firefox can “Refresh” your profile to quickly give you a clean slate while keeping your most important data. This would let you try the overhauled Firefox Quantum with a fresh profile, speed Firefox up if it’s become slow, or fix other browser problems.
Windows 10 tip: Move your default data folders to a different drive
If you have more than one physical drive, keep your system (C:) drive from getting overwhelmed by moving default folders (Music, Pictures, Documents, and so on) to a secondary drive.
Your PC probably has spatial sound and it's awesome
If you've updated your Windows 10 PC recently, then it supports 3D spatial sound. Learn what it does and how to set it up.
Mobile Computing Tips and Tricks
Android vs iOS vs Windows: Which suffers most infections?
Nokia says third-party Android app stores need to raise their game to improve overall Android security.
Google's jobs search engine gets salary ranges, a better location filter and more
For the most part, these new features address some basic shortcomings of the first version.
How to Customize the Google Feed (and Make It Actually Useful)
When Google first released Google Now, it was celebrated by Android users across the board. When Now evolved into the Google Feed, however, this change was much less accepted. But the Feed is great if you just take the time to customize it.
Create a killer Black Friday shopping plan
Review all your local store flyers in one handy place and build a complete shopping list with just a few taps of this app. For iOS and Android.
7 iPhone Apps Killing Your Battery (and How to Stop Them)
Learn about 7 of the worst iOS battery hogs — and several ways you can minimize their impact. JRC: I found this article extremely helpful.
How to Trim a Live Photo with iOS 11 on iPhone
When you take a Live Photo, you’re not always aware of what’s being captured. iOS 11 or later, you can now trim a Live Photo just like you would a video.
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