Tech News and Opinions
Hey YouTube, stop showing me videos I don't want to see
Remove those annoying video suggestions once and for all.
Microsoft is shutting down its online versions of Hearts, Spades, Checkers and more
Unfortunately for the fans, Microsoft's online card games are going away entirely. But, Solitaire is safe.
Microsoft July 2019 Patch Tuesday fixes zero-day exploited by Russian hackers
Microsoft patches 77 security flaws, including 15 rated "critical."
Amazon Music Growth Outpaces Spotify, Apple Music
A new report says that Amazon is growing subscribers for its music service faster than market leaders Spotify and Apple. Spotify still dominates from a subscriber number perspective, of course. But Amazon could surpass Apple Music if the current growth rates hold.
How to Speed Up Your Internet Connection
Internet connections could always be faster. Whether your downloads are crawling, streaming feels like a slideshow, or you just want to maximize your speeds, here’s how you can accelerate that connection.
The new MacBook Air is significantly slower than the old MacBook Air
Thinking of buying a new MacBook Air to replace your existing one? Be aware that Apple's cost-cutting means that it is slower than the older model.
California and Florida: Where the majority of robocalls come from
Your phone rings, and, for the third time today, you see a spam call is coming through. You send the call to voicemail and think, “Who is calling me?” Chances are, the call is coming from inside the United States.
Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks
How to Turn on HDR in Windows 10
A round of updates has made Windows 10 compatible with HDR10 and simplified the process to enable HDR, so your games, apps and movies should benefit more easily from turning this mode on.
Firefox 68 is out: New dark reader view, better extensions
Mozilla has released Firefox 68, introducing a new dark reader view, a curated list of recommended extensions, an easier way of reporting bad extensions, and new options for IT admins to customize Firefox in the enterprise.
Keep Firefox from leaking your data everywhere on the internet
It's time to start using Firefox's solid collection of content-blocking tools.
Keep Google Chrome from spilling your secrets to prying eyes
Until Chrome starts helping you guard your privacy, these browser extensions can help.
How to Create, View, and Edit Bookmarks in Google Chrome
Bookmarks in Google Chrome save a link to a website you want to return to later, much like when you put a bookmark in a book. Here are several ways you can create, view, and edit your Bookmarks.
The best antivirus protection of 2019 for 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.
Google Keep Notes: 10 tips and tricks to become a master
Google Keep Notes might be the most underrated of Google’s services. It’s more than just a place to jot down your thoughts—it’s also the missing link to bring Docs, Calendar, Photos, and the rest of Google’s services together.
How to Create and Manage a Table of Contents in Microsoft Word
Using a table of contents in your document makes it easier for the reader to navigate. You can generate a table of contents in Word from the headings used in your document. Here’s how to do it.
Mobile Computing – All OS’s
How to securely erase the data off your iPhone or iPad, Android device, Windows PC, hard drives, SSDs, and flash drives
Making sure that your personal information is safely and securely erased from devices that you are no longer using is a good thing. Here's a quick guide to securely wiping hard drives (HDDs), solid state drives (SSDs), flash drives, and even iOS and Android devices
AT&T will block fraud robocalls for free, but blocking spam calls will cost extra
AT&T will charge $4 month to automatically block all spam robocalls.
Best phone mounts and holders for cars
Keep your phone (and your GPS directions) in sight with these mounts.
Emoji are getting more inclusive on your iPhone and Android phone—even if you're a vampire
In case you forgot to buy your phone a present, it’s World Emoji Day today. And to celebrate, Apple and Google have unveiled a slew of new emoji based on the approved characters in Unicode 12 that will be arriving in iOS 13 and Android Q later this year.
Mobile Computing – iOS Only
The safest way to free up storage space on your iPhone or iPad
Running out of space on your iPhone or iPad? Here's how to free up space on your device without losing files and data that you need.
The top iPhone and iPad apps on App Store
App Store Official Charts for the week ending July 7, 2019:
Easy Access To Shooting Raw Photos (iOS)
The problem is that Apple confoundedly hasn’t included Raw support with its own camera app, which means that you still need to use a third-party app that has built support for shooting and editing Raw photos.
How to Use Search Suggestions in Safari & Chrome on Your iPhone
When searching the web on your iPhone, you can use the search suggestions that appear below the search bar in Safari or Chrome instead of typing out your whole query. Usually when you tap a search suggestion, it immediately searches with those terms.
10 Best Apps for Language Learning, Brain Games, Math & More
Let's go over ten of our best picks for free and paid apps that will help you on your lifelong learning journey.
How to Sell Your Old iPhone for Top Dollar
The iPhone has one of the best resale values of any smartphone. You’ll get more money if you sell it yourself and skip the trade-in. Here’s how to prepare your iPhone, pick a price, and make the sale.
Mobile Computing – Android Only
How to access and use emoji on Android
Emoji are awesome little glyphs that can be combined, communicated, and interpreted a million ways and counting.
15 tips and tricks for Google Chrome on Android (2019 edition)
Some of them can make switching between tabs quicker, improve your experience on shaky internet connections, or remove unnecessary functionality
What is hardware acceleration and why does it matter?
While not always an accessible option in most smartphone apps, hardware acceleration is used by a number of popular Android apps, including YouTube, Chrome, Facebook, and more.
WhatsApp not working? Here are 5 easy fixes to try
There are a few possible reasons why WhatsApp is not working on your Android device. Thankfully, all of them can be fixed relatively quickly.
How to change and create Waze voices: A step-by-step guide
Waze, like other navigation apps, comes with a guiding voice to assist during the drive. If you’re getting tired of listening to the same Waze voice every day, this is for you.
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