Thursday, May 30, 2019

Here is How All the Cord-Cutting Services Stack Up

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Tech News and Opinions

Hulu vs. YouTube TV vs. Sling TV vs. DirecTV Now vs. PlayStation Vue: Channel lineups compared

How the top 100 channels stack up on every cord-cutting live TV service in the US.

Apple Card, Venmo Card and PayPal Card: Which should you get?

It's not just Apple Card that's looking to revamp the scene. Tech companies like PayPal, Amazon and Square have also supplemented their digital services with physical credit and debit cards that offer a range of perks

47 Democrats cave on net neutrality after GOP calls bill “dead on arrival”

Forty-seven Democratic members of Congress are calling for a net neutrality compromise with Republicans, who have refused to support a full restoration of the net neutrality rules repealed by the Ajit Pai-led Federal Communications Commission.

Cashless stores are the hot new thing. Now politicians are stepping in

Crying foul over potential discrimination, state and local governments are cracking down.

Beyond Amazon Prime: All the other services you can get from Amazon

Audible, Kindle Unlimited, FreeTime Unlimited, Prime Pantry and more: Amazon sells more than just things.

Microsoft hints at new modern Windows OS with ‘invisible’ background updates

Windows might be getting more like Chrome OS. Windows Lite is a rumored lightweight version of Windows for dual-screen and Chromebook-like devices


Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

How to clean out junk files in Windows 10

Free up gigabytes of space on your desktop, laptop or tablet -- no special tools required.

How to activate and use the built-in Windows 10 back-up feature

While numerous sophisticated back-up applications are available, many taking advantage of network and cloud services, Microsoft Windows 10 offers a built-in back-up feature that is simple to activate and use.

New to OneNote? Here's everything you need to know in four charts

OneNote lets you type information in your notebook or insert it from other apps and web pages, take handwritten notes or draw ideas using a stylus or your finger, use highlighting and tags for easy follow-up, share notebooks to collaborate with others and access your notebooks from any device.

Get Organized: 10 Tips for Managing Your Digital Notes

When you go paperless, taking notes is easy, but knowing what to do with them is hard. Learn how to organize and store your digital notes in a way that makes them useful.

How to set your Google account to delete itself after you die

Google has controls that let you manage what happens to your account when you die including sharing your info with up to 10 people.

Microsoft launches 'Fluid Framework' to transform the traditional Office document

Goodbye Word, Excel, et cetera; hello, web-based collaboration.


Mobile Computing – In General

Why your phone gets so damn hot and how to keep it from overheating

An overheated phone is an unhappy phone. Here's what to do if yours does this.

How to Save Battery on iPhone - Extend Battery Life

Skip the battery-saving apps. Forget force-quit. Here are the simplest ways to save the most juice.

The Best 360-Degree Camera Apps for iOS and Android

Capture the world around you with these easy-to-use 360-degree smartphone apps

Apple announces a new… iPod touch

Apple is updating the iPod touch with an A10 Fusion system-on-a-chip. Other than that, it looks pretty much like the old iPod touch with a four-inch display, a classic home button and many different color options.


Mobile Computing – iOS Only

Apple releases iOS 12.3.1 software update

Apple has released a new software update for the iPhone and iPad, iOS 12.3.1 and the update is mainly about some bug fixes.

The complete guide to Apple's Health app

Here how's to view, manage and actually doing something with all that data your Health app colle

How to add your own music to your iPhone without iTunes

Vox is a slightly confusing music app that combines your built-in Apple Music library with your Soundcloud, Spotify, and other services. And it will also let you import any audio file, and then add it to playlists and so on.

Permanently delete iPhone zombie apps once and for all

Your iPhone app data lingers around more than you know.

Apple to be more upfront about the impact of iPhone updates

iPhone maker promises to warn users if an update will affect smartphone performance.

Once you use dark mode in these 9 iPhone apps, you'll never go back

You don't have to wait for Apple to add an official dark mode to iOS.


Mobile Computing – Android Only

10 really good hidden gem apps for Android!

There are thousands of good ones so this is by no means a definitive list of hidden gems. For now, here are ten good hidden gem apps for Android! Feel free to add your own to the comment section!

Here’s what’s new with OneNote for Android

The OneNote app for the Android platform was recently updated with a host of tweaks and added functionality.

Best Android Phones Under $200 (May 2019)

Thankfully, cheap smartphones are still plentiful with more great options to choose from than ever before. If you need a new handset but only have $200 to spend, these are your best options.

11 things my Android phone does way better than your iPhone

For the past year, I've been carrying a succession of Android devices and iPhones, learning the ins and outs of each one. But a collection of small, usability-enhancing features keeps me coming back to Android as my everyday choice. Here's my list.

Microsoft Launcher beta gets adaptive icons, hidden dock option, more

Resize your icons, hide your dock, and more in the latest Microsoft Launcher beta update.

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

The 2019 Version of Windows 10 is Here, Now

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Microsoft’s next major Windows 10 update is now available

You can grab the Windows 10 May 2019 Update directly from Windows Update by heading into Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and checking for updates.

Windows 10 May 2019 Update review: the 10 best new features

Windows Sandbox, a new light theme, and more

Windows 10 version 1903: Is it safe to install yet?

Microsoft is taking an extra cautious approach to the rollout of the latest Windows 10 feature update. Windows 10 version 1903 has just been released to the general public after a lengthy round of extra testing. Should you install the new update or wait?

Microsoft to start pushing Windows 10 version 1903 automatic updates within weeks

Thanks to Microsoft's new Download and Install option for feature updates, you no longer have to worry that your PC will install the next version automatically, right? Guess again. If you're running last year's Windows 10, the new update could install automatically within weeks.

Opinion: The Trump Administration Is Selling Out Hundreds of Millions of Cell-Phone Users

Our old nemesis, Ajit Pai, the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, threw his support behind a merger of T-Mobile and Sprint, which could lead to higher prices for cell-phone users across the country.

Details emerge on Huawei's potential plans to go forward without Google

Huawei has a new operating system in development that allegedly runs Android apps and could land as early as this fall.


Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Facebook wants your data: 5 ways to keep it safe

Hide your life from Facebook, while still posting about your life on Facebook.

Windows Sandbox: How to use Microsoft's simple virtual Windows PC to secure your digital life

Protect your real PC from harm when you try out suspicious software or sites.

How to delete yourself from the internet

Finally ready to get off the grid? It's not quite as simple as it should be, but here are a few easy-to-follow steps that should point you in the right direction.

How to play DVDs in Windows 10 for free

Windows 10 won't play DVDs natively, and Windows Media Center is gone.

How To Get the Most Out of Your Chromebook’s RAM

Chrome OS manages RAM differently than Windows or Mac computers, but that doesn’t mean you can’t optimize your workflow to make the most of your system’s potentially limited RAM. Here are some tips to help make your Chromebook’s RAM go further.

How to Not Have 100 Browser Tabs Open

The 100-tab habit is widespread; it’s nothing to be ashamed of. But a cluttered browser can lower productivity and reduce computer speeds. Maybe it’s time to break that habit with a few simple tips.


Mobile Computing – All OS’s

Best phones for under $500

If you're looking for a phone on a budget, check out CNET's top 8 picks for phones under $500 -- and another deserving pick that's just a touch more.

The Best Free Apps and Software You're Not Already Using

It’s freshly curated to highlight the top tools and applications you’re (probably) not already using.

How to stop robocalls on iPhone and Android

Here are the best ways to block spam calls from ever getting to your smartphone.

How to use Google Maps to help someone find you

Share your location in real time, and make meet-ups easier than ever

Microsoft Authenticator: What it is, how it works, and how to use it!

This entire guide works for both the iOS and Android versions of the app.

What Is Google PhotoScan and How Does It Work?

Google PhotoScan is a Google Photos companion app that lets users scan and digitize print photos on the fly.


Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to clear cookies on an iPad to help it run more efficiently

If you find that Safari is experiencing problems trying to display web pages, or if your iPad is running very low on storage space, you can clear your cookies to see if that resolves the problem.

How to download and watch offline in the new Apple TV app

It’s useful when you’re traveling or commuting. Today we’ll see how to download and watch TV shows and movies offline.

Best iPad apps you're not using in 2019 (but should be!)

Here are some great apps that should be on every iPad!

How to Use Apple Pay

It's easy to set up Apple Pay and use it at the register

Seven Safari Tricks on iOS You Might Not Know

Safari on iOS has a surprising number of hidden tricks, letting you manipulate tabs, conduct page-specific searches, and more, and not all of these features are immediately obvious due to the gestures involved.

Once you use dark mode in these 9 iPhone apps, you'll never go back

You don't have to wait for Apple to add an official dark mode to iOS.


Mobile Computing – Android Only

Google Play Protect helps keep malware off your phone

Google Play Protect is built into Android and is already hard at work.

Google blocks Huawei access to Android updates after blacklisting

Google has suspended Huawei’s access to updates of its Android operating system and chipmakers have reportedly cut off supplies to the Chinese telecoms company, after the US government added it to a trade blacklist last week.

Google Calendar and Google Keep get dark mode on Android

Over the last few months, Google's been steadily adding an official dark mode to more and more of its apps. Following the likes of Google Messages, News, Contacts, and others, Google's now announced dark modes for Calendar and Keep.

First official version of Tor Browser for Android released on the Play Store

This new mobile browser integrates the Tor protocol stack into a standalone browser and replaces Orfox as the main way to navigate the Tor network from an Android device.

Google Assistant rolling out in latest Messages update

With today’s Messages for Android update, the Google Assistant is arriving for some, bringing useful contextual suggestions.

Thursday, May 16, 2019

The Next Windows is Just Days Away. Here is What’s New

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Tech News and Opinions

How the Apple store has fallen from grace

Under a series of leaders, Apple stores have lost their sterling reputation. Here is how it happened.

Smartphone sales plummet as consumers wait for Apple's next big thing

Smartphone shipments in North America fell to a five-year low of 36 million units for the first quarter of 2019, down by eight million units or 18 percent from a record high of 44 million in the same quarter last year.  Apple's shipments dropped 19%.

What Is Inbox Zero, and How Can You Achieve It?

Inbox Zero is a staple of digital productivity advice. “Achieving Inbox Zero” is the knowledge worker’s equivalent of “reaching enlightenment.” But Inbox Zero doesn’t mean having an empty inbox—it’s all about reducing the stress of email.

Home security systems you can install yourself

Scroll through your options below to learn more about the best DIY home security systems available today.

Which smart home gadget should you buy first?

t depends, but we've got plenty of suggestions, and everything you need to help narrow them down.

New security flaws have been found in Intel chips—this is what you need to do right now

The four new vulnerabilities, uncovered by cybersecurity researchers, affect almost every chip the firm has made since 2011


Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

The Windows 10 May 2019 Update is coming - here's what's new

If you haven't kept up with the Insider program, you may wonder why you should install it. So let's take a look at all the changes coming with Windows 10 version 1903. Includes a 30 minute video to show you all the new features.

8 Google Chrome extensions to make your life easier

Turn Chrome from a browser into an essential work sidekick.

Microsoft AI will help make your writing more politically correct

Microsoft will soon preview a version of Word that will use artificial intelligence to make your writing not just grammatically but politically correct.

Microsoft Office 365: Change these settings or risk getting hacked, warns US govt

Cyberattackers aren't showing any sign of letting up on malware and phishing attacks, but fortunately there are some steps even thinly resourced organizations can take to minimize the chances of a security breach.

Function Keys: A List of What Those F1 - F12 Keys Do

You can stop wondering about those function keys. We have the answer.

How to disable your webcam in Windows 10

There is a more elegant method for blocking your webcam than sticking a piece of tape over it.

Turn on the dark mode in Windows 10

You don't have to be jealous of Mac and Android users. In Windows 10, you can turn on dark mode, too.

The Best Antivirus of 2019 to Protect Windows 10

Your PC needs protection against malware, and free antivirus software may be enough. Here's what to get for Windows 10, and what's worth paying extra for.


Mobile Computer – All OS’s

Best apps for gardening and yard work for spring 2019

Use these gardening and landscaping apps to keep your lawn healthy, figure out the right stuff to plant and get alerts so your hard work doesn't go to waste.

Differences Between Android and iPhone

From facial recognition and customer service to malware vulnerability and system accessibility, these are the seven biggest things that set Androids and iPhones apart.

WhatsApp flaw let attackers install spyware with a phone call

A feature of the messaging app was used to secretly install malicious code, the Financial Times reports.

Messaging Dos & Don'ts: Texting Rules for the Digital Age

Now that texting and messaging apps have overtaken phone calls as the preferred method of staying in touch, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the dos and don’ts of texting as well.


Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to download and install iOS 12.3 on your iPhone or iPad

Apple has released iOS 12.3, the latest OS version for iPhone and iPad. Update now!

How to Back up an iPad

Learn how to back up your iPad on your computer or in the cloud

How to check if your iPhone X screen can be replaced for free

Are you having issues with your iPhone X screen not responding properly to touch input? Or seeing the screen respond to ghost touches? Read on for how to check if your iPhone X screen is eligible for a free replacement.

Microsoft Outlook on iOS adds new complications for Apple Watch Series 4

Microsoft has released a nice update to its Outlook application on iOS. The update makes notable improvements to the Apple Watch application for Outlook, including new complications and more.

5 easy steps to transfer files and settings from an old iPhone to a new iPhone

Transfer your iPhone photos, videos and contacts with this step-by-step guide.

How to Remove Duplicate Songs From iTunes

If you do a lot of downloading outside the iTunes store, songs in your library can get jumbled up, leaving you with duplicate albums. If you’d like to know whether you’ve downloaded something twice, it’s easy to tell in iTunes.

How to Search Contacts on Your iPhone

If you're wanting to call someone whose number you've saved, edit their contact details, or share their contact details with someone else, you can quickly find their contact card by searching Contacts.


Mobile Computing – Android Only

Once you use dark mode in these 8 Android apps, you'll never go back

An official dark mode is coming to Android, but you don't have to wait for it.

Why Android Users Need Windows 10’s “Your Phone” App

Windows 10’s Your Phone app links your phone and PC. It works best for Android users, letting you text from your PC and wirelessly transfer photos back and forth. Notification sync and screen mirroring features are on the way, too.

Android Q: Best and worst features of Google's beta OS so far

Hint: Night mode is awesome, I love using QR codes to join Wi-Fi networks but some things are broken.

Google Shopping will work across all Google products, replace Express

The company announced a big revamp to its Google Shopping product which will create a universal shopping cart across many of its services. It will also rebrand its Google Express store to tie-in to the new Google Shopping experience.

Google confirms ads in your Discover feed are imminent

For users, the takeaway is that we'll be seeing more ads in more places. That's unpleasant, but not surprising: Google is in the business of selling ad space in front of our eyeballs, after all.

Trump expected to sign order paving way for U.S. telecoms ban on Huawei

President Trump is expected to sign an executive order this week barring U.S. companies from using telecommunications equipment made by firms posing a national security risk, paving the way for a ban on doing business with China’s Huawei.

Wednesday, May 08, 2019

Here is What Google Announced at Its Big Event

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Google I/O 2019: Pixel 3A, Android Q and everything else Google announced

The Google I/O developer conference has started with news on cheaper Pixel phones, a bigger Hub smart display, the next Android and improvements to Assistant, Lens and AR.

The new Pixel 3a – 6 features that may sway you from buying a thousand-dollar flagship

You get a surprising amount of phone for the price starting at $399

Putin Signs 'Russian Internet Law' To Disconnect Russia From The World Wide Web

The new law would provide for central control of all internet traffic, and in essence, remove the need for data to be sent to and received from overseas servers. This control would clearly introduce traffic monitoring and stark censorship of sites that could be visited by Russian users.

How Amazon Helped Turn Daily Life Into a Subscription

Today’s subscription services cover toilet paper, dog toys, and furniture. But what is lost with convenience?

Photographers fret as Adobe tests removing $10 Lightroom-Photoshop plan

It's only a website experiment, but it's enough to get some photographers looking for alternative photo editing tools.


Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Microsoft releases second patch for Windows 10 version 1809 this week, here’s what’s new

It’s quite unusual for Microsoft to release two cumulative updates in a single week (especially on a Friday), but the new bits bring quite a long list of fixes.

How to play DVDs in Windows 10 for free

Windows 10 won't play DVDs natively, and Windows Media Center is gone.

How to Improve Microsoft Word’s Grammar Checker

Microsoft Word comes with a powerful grammar checker, but many of its advanced grammar detection features are disabled by default. Grammarly is popular, but you don’t need it to add grammar checking to Word. Word itself contains a free alternative to Grammarly.

Microsoft rolls out Excel tool that turns phone pics into spreadsheets

The feature, first announced at the Ignite conference last September, lets you take a photo in the Excel app of table data with your phone. The information is automatically turned into an editable Excel spreadsheet.

Awesome hack: Use Google Docs to sign documents

Forget using a third-party service to digitally sign a document -- Google Docs to the rescue!

How to give the new Microsoft Edge a test run—and why you should

With the launch of Windows 10, Microsoft also introduced a brand new browser called Microsoft Edge. Now, four years later, the company has redesigned and rebuilt it from the ground up.

See the WiFi Passwords for Every Network You've Connected to With this Android App

I recently came across a great app for finding passwords in my phone using the WiFi Key Recovery app.

End to surprise Windows 10 updates? New 'download and install now' option rolls out

As Microsoft promised in early April, Windows 10 is gaining a new option that gives users better control over when its twice-yearly major feature updates are installed.


Mobile Computing – All OS’s

The perfect way to start an email — and 29 greetings you should avoid

If you’re thinking the email greeting isn’t all that important and that it’s silly to overthink it, you’re wrong.

6 new hacks for your old Android or iPhone

How to turn your old phone into something new you'll actually use.

Google will now let you automatically delete location and activity history. Here's how

A small win in the fight for more privacy control

This browser extension shows you which Amazon books are available free at your local library

Available for Chrome and Firefox, the insanely great Library Extension saves you time and money.

How to delete your Facebook account so the social network stops tracking your data

CNET discovered that simply deactivating your account doesn't go far enough.


Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to Search Events in the Calendar App on the iPhone & iPad

Know you have a birthday party to go to this month but can't remember the date? Need to see when your last haircut appointment was? Here's how to search the Calendar app on your iPhone or iPad to find events and their dates.

Why the Best App for Your iPhone Isn't What You Expect

There are millions of apps for your iPhone, but the best one comes free on every device, and it's not what you think.

Force Apple Music to play all songs at the same volume with Sound Check

The answer is Sound Check, a feature built into every iPhone, iPad and Mac.

Most iOS Users Are Doing These 9 Basic Tasks Wrong

To be clear, there’s technically no “wrong” way to use an iPhone – but there are some basic tips and features you should take advantage of to make using your iPhone even better.

The best smartwatch you can buy is also the world's most popular, by far

The best smartwatch you can buy is the Apple Watch Series 4, and the latest figures research figures show that the vast majority of people understand this, as it’s by far the world’s most popular smartwatch, too.

How to use the Dock on your Apple Watch

Use the Dock on Apple Watch to control your music and quickly access apps!


Mobile Computing – Android Only

Stolen or lost Android phone? Here's how to get it back

In the event your phone goes missing, don't panic! There are tools built into every Android phone that make it possible to lock and track down a lost phone with ease.

If you're not texting with Android Messages for Web by now, you're doing it wrong

Google's answer to Apple's iMessages for typing texts on your laptop will save you time.

Android customization: The simple joys of making your phone your own

Luckily, by using various Android customization methods, there are ways to revamp the software of your smartphone and make it look, feel, and act differently.

This Is The Worst Mistake You Can Make When You Get The Low Battery Alert On Your Android phone

While it’s important to get a handle on how much battery power you have left, many of us are all too aware of this because we check our phones a hundred times a day.

The ultimate guide to replacing your smartphone battery

Even with the days of removable batteries behind us, there are still are a lot of options. In this guide we will show you how and how much it costs to install a new battery on your phone.

See the WiFi Passwords for Every Network You've Connected to With this Android App

I recently came across a great app for finding passwords in my phone using the Wi-Fi Key Recovery app.

Thursday, May 02, 2019

Get All Your Gadgets Charged Fast!

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Tech News and Opinions

How to Charge Your Gadgets as Fast as Possible

Getting your gadgets charged up is about more than how long they’re plugged in for. There are tips and tricks that can get it charging faster.

Windows 10 Will Require 12-16 GB More Storage

Microsoft has raised Windows 10's minimum storage requirement to 32 GB. Previously, it was either 16 GB or 20 GB. This change affects Windows 10's upcoming May 2019 Update, also known as version 1903 or 19H1.

How reliable are modern hard drives?

If you want to know how reliable modern hard drives are, ask a company that uses a lot of them.

Amazon raises the stakes again with Prime one-day shipping

Even as Amazon pushes ahead, expect other retailers to struggle to match it.

Windows 10 security feature causes 'huge' Chromium performance issues: Fix coming

Tests run on Windows 10 are three to four times slower than on Windows 7, with a security feature being blamed.

The best cheap smart bulbs: Does it matter which one you buy?

Looking for a light bulb that you can automate or control with voice commands? You're in luck -- and you won't need to spend more than $10.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says the ‘future is private’

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he’s committed to turning his company around. The chief executive said that privacy will be the defining pillar of his social network’s sprawling empire going forward.


Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Outlook for Windows gets new time-management capabilities with Office 365

Manage your time more effectively with Outlook Calendar's latest features.

How to Create a Simple Invoice Using Excel

Creating a custom invoice in Excel isn’t difficult. You’ll be ready to submit your invoice and receive payments in no time.

PowerPoint animation tips & advice

We’ve provided a sample PowerPoint presentation for your convenience as you practice the following tips:

10 truly helpful Windows 10 tools you might not know about

Enthusiast-friendly power tools lurk in every corner of Windows 10. Let's shine a light on some of the more obscure ones.

These are the most commonly hacked passwords - is one of them yours?

Your name, your favorite football team and your favorite band: The UK's National Cyber Security Centre has released a list of the 100,000 most common passwords to appear in data breaches in an effort to encourage users to select strong passwords.

The best alternatives to OneNote for capturing all your dazzling ideas

OneNote is flexible and much liked. But if it doesn't work exactly like you want, you have plenty of other options to capture and keep notes.

Edge Insider moves web app installs to Windows 10 top level after feedback

After listening to feedback from Edge Insiders, Microsoft has changed how web apps appear on the Windows 10 Start Menu.


Mobile Computing – All OS’s


Best and Most Reliable MicroSD Cards for Long-term Storage

Keeping all of your photos, videos, music, and other media on a physical device is extremely important. This was true for the computer age and it's still true for the smartphone/tablet era.

Don't use these 9 things to clean your phone

Using specific cleaning tools and techniques to keep your phone (and clothing) clean will help protect the screen longer. There are also cleaning agents you want to make sure you avoid.

5 Best Noise Cancelling Earbuds Of 2019

Their smaller size means they usually aren’t as feature-packed as larger models, but there are still some great earbuds with good active noise cancellation (ANC) that are good for commuting, using at the office, or while going for a quick jog.

New tool shows how Facebook and Google track you

A new tool shows how the biggest social media companies track you, right down to your device’s battery level and email you’ve sent.

Mobile switch: How I canceled Verizon and cut my phone bill in half

After I made the last payment on a two-year Verizon device contract, I decided to take a closer look at my mobile bill. After some detailed analysis, I discovered I was overpaying dramatically. Here's the checklist I used to cut my monthly bill by more than half.

Google Drive: How to get the most out of the app for iOS and Android

The settings you should tweak, and the features you should know about.


Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to tell which iPad model you have

The latest iPad model numbers are included, as well as some additional China-only numbers.

How to download files on an iPad to specific apps

When you download a file on an iPad, you need to specify where that file will go on the device (into an app), or else place it in your iCloud Drive.

New iPad feature to compete with laptops on track for Apple's iOS 13

Commentary: When Apple unveils the next version of iOS at WWDC in June, it could integrate one of the trademarks of the original Mac

Seven Useful Tips Every Apple Watch Owner Should Know

There are lots of hidden shortcuts and features that have gone under the radar in watchOS, the operating system that runs on the Apple Watch.

Apple will soon be blitzing your iPhone with ads, because it's profitable

As Apple looks to grow revenue streams outside of selling more iPhones, one area that it is expressing interest in is ads. So, expect to see more on your iPhone.


Mobile Computing - Android Only

Best Podcast Apps for Android in 2019

There are more than a few podcast apps on Android for discovering all of the shows that are out there, but these six are easily our favorites.

Windows 10 Your Phone app: Now your Android notifications sync to your PC

Windows 10 users can now see and dismiss smartphone app notifications from the desktop.

How to text iPhone vids that aren’t blurry on Android

While it might seem like it’s the result of sabotage between platforms, that’s not the case. It has to do with compression.

Action Launcher v40 features a fresh look, new search, and more

Action Launcher version 40 is now available. The update includes a new pillar feature that might rub some people the wrong way — Action Search.

Here’s the New Facebook App With Its Big Focus on Groups

They are calling it a “fresh” design that is “simpler, faster, more immersive and puts your communities at the center.”

This is Android Q's quiet killer feature -- trust us, you'll love it

Hint, hint: You may never have to type a long Wi-Fi password ever again.