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The Best Websites Like Craigslist For All Your Needs

Whether you’re merely looking for a short-term loan or to post your ad both online and in print circulation, here are our top picks for the six best Craigslist alternatives for online classifieds.

Amazon launches Amazon Day pick a day delivery service

The initiative is called "Amazon Day." Customers can also switch around their Amazon Day from week to week if their ideal delivery date changes.

Apps sending sensitive data to Facebook, including sexual activity

The privacy policies of the apps concerned do not make clear the extent of the data-sharing, often not mentioning Facebook at all.

How to spot fake Amazon reviews

Two handy tools can help you determine if all those gushing reviews are the real deal.

Bill Gates Reveals The 10 Breakthrough Technologies That Will Change The World in 2019

MIT Technology Review creates the list every year, highlighting where it feels technological developments will most impact on human life, during the coming year.

5G is here...But it'll cost you

We know this much: 5G won't be cheap. The networking technology has long been hailed as a game-changer that will serve as a foundation for everything from telemedicine to self-driving cars to augmented reality. Carriers are spending billions of dollars to build out 5G networks.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

How to rip (copy) Blu-ray and other movies, so you can stream and archive them

There's no media that can't be backed up—including Ultra HD Blu-ray. Whether it's worth the hassle is another matter.

Why Does Windows 10 Update So Much?

Updates normally happen automatically in the background, so let’s demystify that: Here’s what Windows is installing and when.

Why I chose Brave as my Chrome browser replacement

Brave is based on Chromium, and soon even Microsoft’s Edge. That means each of those browsers supports Chrome extensions and provides performance comparable to — or, in the case of Brave, faster than — Google’s Chrome.

How to set up a VPN for increased security and privacy

Virtual private networks (VPNs) can offer an additional layer of security and privacy. Whether you’re working on a public Wi-Fi network and want to escape prying eyes, or you’re worried about privacy in general, a VPN can offer a lot of benefits

Firefox to add Windows Hello for password-free logins at supported websites

Firefox users on Windows 10 will be able to sign into certain websites via fingerprint, face or PIN.

Best free email alternatives to Microsoft Outlook for Windows

Office 365 may be too expensive and Microsoft Outlook too feature-rich for your needs. Here are the best free email alternatives to Microsoft Outlook for Windows.

Mobile Computing – All Versions

How to buy the best SD card for your camera, phone, tablet

Memory card speed, class, and capacity differences explained.

Five phone cameras? Three? Galaxy S10, PureView, Xperia take different tacks

The escalating number of cameras on phones sure seems like it's getting out control. But there's a method to the madness.

Wi-Fi 6 explained: What you need to know about the next generation of wireless networking

Everything you need to know about Wi-Fi 4, Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 6.

Rid your desk of clutter and keep your headphones safe with nearly 50% off this stand

Have your fancy headphones on display, easily accessible, and out of precarious positions.

Anker's must-have 3-in-1 cable just dropped back down to $11

There's never such a thing as having too many cables, especially when they are universal like this one and work for just about any gadgets you may have laying around.

Mobile Computing – iOS

Best email apps for your iPhone and iPad in 2019

Apple's Mail app can get the job done, but there are many better alternatives out there. Here's a roundup of the best email apps for your iOS device!

Siri Shortcuts: How to automate tasks on the iPhone via voice or a tap

The Siri Shortcuts feature that Apple launched last fall as part of iOS 12 has always had oodles of potential. And for some of you this feature, which lets you use your voice to automate a string of tasks or routines, may have just gotten a whole lot more useful.

7 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Delete From Your iPhone For Better Battery Life NOW

In general, the apps you use the most tend to drain your battery the most. But some apps are far worse than others.

How to Keep Your Apple AirPods From Slipping Out of Your Ears

Do Apple's AirPods fall out of your ear or hurt after you wear them? Don't give up. Here are a few DIY fixes and earhook solutions to get the AirPods to stay in your ear.

iOS 12 annoyances, and how to fix them

You don't have to dig deep into iOS 12 before you start finding some pretty big annoyances. Here is a selection of the biggest ones, along with how to fix them.

Mobile Computing – Android

5 ways to tidy up your Android phone, inspired by Marie Kondo

The cleaning guru's home-tidying tips can work just as well on your phone.

Surprise, Opera's free VPN is back! Here's how to get it on your Android phone

When Opera announced that it was shutting down its VPN app for iOS and Android last year, it appeared as though it was gone forever. Apparently, Opera thought better of that idea, because it’s bringing its VPN back.

10 Google Chrome Problems and How to Fix Them

Both the active community surrounding Chrome and Google themselves provide both well documented solutions and guidance to address your Google Chrome problems and get it back up and running.

5 tips and tricks for Google Chrome on Android and iPhones

Because of Google's rapid-release style of app development, there's a regular flow of new features and changes that you might not be aware of.

Get an early look at dark mode in Chrome for Android

Android Q will feature a system-wide dark mode, so Google's developers are busily preparing dark versions of all its native apps – including Chrome.

Meet the New Windows Office App–Its Free!

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Apple to combine iPhone, iPad, and Mac apps by 2021, says Bloomberg

Apple already revealed part of this work, codenamed Marzipan, last year at the company’s Worldwide Developer Conference. Apple has started bringing iOS versions of Home, Stocks, News, and Voice Memo apps to macOS 10.14 Mojave.

Windows 10: New study shows Home edition users are baffled by updates

How annoying are Windows 10's automatic updates? In a new study, a group of UK researchers report that users of Home edition experience unexpected restarts and inconsistent installation times, caused by inappropriate defaults and inadequate notice of pending updates.

Galaxy S10, Galaxy Fold launch: 5 phones, smartwatches, new headphones and more

Here are all the official details about Samsung's much-hyped new Galaxy Fold, its raft of Galaxy S10 models, and all the new accessories that go with them.

NASA Celebrates Earth's Incredible Natural Beauty With Free Photo Book

If you ever need reminding just how incredible and unique Earth really is, then bury yourself in this wonderful treat from NASA that shows our planet in all its natural glory.

Gain access to an entire library with 3 months of Kindle Unlimited for $1

Amazon is offering new subscribers a 3-month Kindle Unlimited Trial for only $0.99 right now. This service usually costs $9.99 per month.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Microsoft launches new Office app for Windows 10

It’s a free app that will be preinstalled with Windows 10 or downloaded from the Microsoft Store, and you don’t need an Office 365 subscription to use it.

What’s New in Chrome 73, Arriving March 12

Chrome 73 is set to hit the stable channel on March 12, 2019. Google’s new browser update features the beginnings of a built-in dark mode, tab grouping, media key support, and more picture-in-picture powers.

Microsoft’s new Chrome extension lets you resume browsing across Windows 10 devices

Microsoft has released its own official Chrome extension for Windows Timeline. Dubbed Web Activities, the extension will sync and show your Chrome browsing history across Windows 10 devices so you can use the built-in Timeline viewer.

How to Transfer a Windows 10 License to Another Computer

If you’ve ever built a computer and purchased a Windows license, you probably don’t want to buy another license for your next one. With the slmgr command, it’s possible to deactivate your old PC and then activate a new one.

Download Coloring Pages From Over 100 Museums

Along with three previous annual collections, there are now 396 PDF coloring books you can print out. Here are some of our favorites.

How to use Google Drive cloud storage in a desktop web browser

This service's web app has a lot of utility, if you know where to look.

Mobile Computing – All Versions

How to free up space on your phone with Google Photos' unlimited backup service

f you shoot a lot of pictures and videos on your phone, it’s all too easy to run out of space. Thankfully, the Google Photos can help: it offers unlimited photo storage in the cloud – both for iOS and Android devices

Samsung Galaxy S10E vs. iPhone XR: comparison, specs, how to choose

On specs alone, the Galaxy S10E looks like a contender. But as always, your choice of operating system will probably trump specs.

How to stop Facebook from tracking your location

Facebook is notorious for capturing user data to create profiles that advertisers can target. You can stop the Facebook mobile app from tracking your location completely, or allow it to do so only when you’re using the app.

Why you should be excited for foldable phones — and why you shouldn't

You have a couple of months to think about whether you want to spend roughly $2,000 on this baby.

The 5 best weather apps with the most accurate forecast

The best weather apps can help with everything from forecasts and weather alerts to traffic and health-related updates.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How To Connect Your iPhone or iPad to Your TV

Your iOS devices are great media players, but sometimes you want to watch on a big screen. Here's how to connect your iPhone or iPad to your TV.

Apple reveals how to be an expert photographer through these neat tricks

Got yourself the latest iPhone and want to learn how to fully utilize the camera and photo features? You're going to like what Apple just released on their YouTube channel.

Get the Most Out of Your Kindle iOS App

The Kindle app lets you read your ebooks purchased on Amazon, of course, but it has other useful functions you might not know about

How to use iCloud.com to access mail, contacts, calendars, photos, and more

iCloud.com lets you connect to your iCloud services from any web browser. Here's how you can use it.

How to Scan Documents on an iPhone Using the Notes App

You can scan documents using the Notes app! That's right — you can scan and save important documents such as checks, legal documents, and photos

Mobile Computing – Android Only

It’s finally here: New free app lets you use iMessage on Android

Third-party developers have been working for so long to find a usable way to bring iMessage to Android, but they’ve all failed… until now.

Brave Browser uses 35% less power than Chrome for Android

The advantage comes through blocking ads, and the test was on ad-heavy websites.

Microsoft brings some of its Hololens smarts to Android

Hololens 2 may be right around the corner, but before then Microsoft is giving Android users a spin on its Mixed Reality platform.

Everything Samsung announced at its Galaxy Unpacked 2019 launch event

Samsung’s much-anticipated Galaxy Unpacked 2019 event came and went, and although we had a good idea in advance of what to expect, we now know for sure what the Korean tech titan has been cooking up.

Folding Screens, 5G Phones, and AR Advances Unveiled at MWC 2019

This is the most interesting tech at this year's big mobile showcase in Spain, including folding phones, 5G handsets, and almost-notchless wonders.

Tips for Your Home/Office from Marie Kondo

Tech News and Opinions

How to "Marie Kondo" Your Home Office

How can you apply the same Marie Kondo home techniques to your office, where clutter tends to build up? Here’s how to “Marie Kondo” your home office.

Best free tax software for your 2019 IRS return

What is the best tax filing and refund software to file your taxes? We reviewed the top free tax filing apps -- TurboTax, H&R Block, and TaxAct -- to help you find the best software for taking all of the possible deductions.

Alexa, Siri, and Google Don’t Understand a Word You Say

Voice assistants like Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri have come a long way in the last few years. But, for all their improvements, one thing holds them back: They don’t understand you. They rely too much on specific voice commands.

Facebook Messenger users to get 10-minute 'unsend' window

Version of feature that Mark Zuckerberg was caught using is now available to all

Microsoft shaking up how Windows feature updates are rolled out—again

Each feature update now has one release date rather than two.

Best laptops, desktops and tablets for creatives in 2019

I've culled these recommendations from products we've tested that stand out for their performance, design and features for drawing, painting, designing, rendering, photo and video editing as well as other creative tasks.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

The 101 Most Useful Websites on the Internet

Here are the most useful websites on the Internet that will make you smarter, increase productivity and help you learn new skills.

Which is Cheaper: Printing Your Own Photos or Using a Printing Service?

With the rise of inexpensive online photo printing services, inkjet printers have fallen out of favor. But, as with any DIY project, some people claim that it’s cheaper to print photos at home. Is that really true?

What Apps Come With Office 365?

When you buy a subscription to Office 365, you get client applications to download and run on your computer, along with various web applications that run in your browser. So, which applications do you get as standard, and how do you access them?

How to create and run a batch file on Windows 10

You can stop wasting your time typing commands manually and use a batch file instead — here's how on Windows 10.

Clean out junk files in Windows 7, 8.1, and 10

Free up gigabytes of space on your desktop, laptop, or tablet, without special tools.

How to use Firefox's new content blocking feature

For the average user, content blocking functions as the first line of defense to prevent your data from being shared to third-party entities. Thanks to the Mozilla developers, Firefox has a new and improved content blocking system.

Mobile Computing – iOS and Android

How to Boost Your Mobile Photography Workflow

Phone cameras have become even better, and more options have become available for shooting with them. We'll take you through some of the biggest changes and give you tips on new ways to capture, process, and store your images and videos.

The 5 Best Mobile Photo Editing Apps for Photographers

We asked a few photographers what they use and how they use it. Here are the five best mobile photo editing apps for photographers as recommended by AdoramaPix members.

7 security tips to stop apps from stealing your data

We asked data privacy experts how to protect your personal information when downloading and using apps on your phone.

5 Simple Apps for Landscape Photography

Here are 5 favorite apps and how I use them to access information quickly for my landscape photography. Hopefully you’re not familiar with all of them and you’re able to pick up at least one new suggestion.

Best to-do list apps of 2019 for managing tasks on any platform

The best to-do list apps will help you organize your tasks and lists, get event reminders, and collaborate on projects with teammates.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

Apple Releases iOS 12.1.4: Details About The Important Update You Should Know About

Apple has released iOS 12.1.4, which is a minor point update that does not contain any major features. However, iOS 12.1.4 fixes what is considered one of the worst bugs in iOS history.

How to Get Rid of the Annoying Red Notifications on Your iPhone Apps

Let’s keep in mind that your apps are important, but their constant notifications probably aren’t. You’re better off without so many of them.

Apple Releases Free iPhone Camera Tutorial Videos

It seems now Apple wants that iPhone users should know a lot more than just pressing the shutter button. That’s why it has released a series of four tutorial videos on its YouTube channel that will teach you many interesting things about clicking photos from an iPhone.

Apple iPhone Contacts App Tips and Tricks

Whether you’re looking for a co-worker, a client, an acquaintance, or a long-lost friend you bumped into at a party, it’s helpful to keep who’s who in order in your Contacts app.

How to clear cache on iPhone to make it run faster: apps, browser

Clearing your iPhone's cache is easy maintenance that you should make a regular priority, as a cluttered cache could be the reason your iPhone is slow.

Apple iOS 12.1.4 Has A Great Secret Feature

iOS 12.1.4 has a significant undocumented change to make managing App Store subscriptions easier and more intuitive.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

5 Great Android Apps for Taking Creative Selfies

As a tribute to my friends and salute to those of who you crave creative options I’ve compiled a list of Selfie and Photo Apps that can help you to take great images but also allow you some creative opportunities.

5 best ad blocker apps for Android!

Ad blocker apps aren’t generally in the Play Store. Thus, most of the apps on the list require a third party download and installation.

These Android apps have been tracking you, even when you say stop

Roughly 17,000 Android apps collect identifying information that creates a permanent record of the activity on your device.

This is how Android will work on foldable phones

As the world waits for more details on Samsung's foldable smartphone, enthusiasts are left to ponder: Just how does Android adjust to work on a bendy screen?

Samsung Outs Its Entire New Galaxy Wearable Line Early

The Galaxy Watch Active, Galaxy Fit and Fit e, and Galaxy Buds are all seen here, thanks to an early app update.

Microsoft To-Do app updated with new features on all platforms

Android users can now add file attachment, create tasks easily and add due dates, reminders and recurrence.

Patch Tuesday is a Big Deal!

Tech News and Opinions

New Windows 10 updates: These are the bugs Microsoft just fixed

Along with Tuesday's monthly security patches, Microsoft has released new builds of Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 for users on the April 2018 Update and the October 2018 Update releases.

I like Windows 7: Why should I pay to move to Windows 10?

Here we explain that free Windows 10 upgrades are still available, counter some upgrade objections, and provide a great list of resources for upgrading your machines to Windows 10.

The GOP Is Introducing Another Fake Net Neutrality Bill

GOP lawmakers are preparing to introduce yet another piece of legislation that purports to restore net neutrality just a year after Republicans moved to dismantle it. How kind.

Google publishes 14 official Chrome themes

Google's Chrome team has published yesterday 14 official themes for the Chrome browser, the first time the company has done so.

Google Chrome vs Mozilla Firefox in 2019: The battle of the browsers

The stalwart Mozilla Firefox is greatly improved since its Quantum overhaul began in 2017, and its maker continues to push envelopes of its own.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

How to use Microsoft Word's Resume Assistant to look for a new job... on LinkedIn

While polishing your resume is still as much about relevant experience and skills as ever, finding a job now involves targeting the right keywords and SEO, too.

Why Do Some Websites Block VPNs?

One of the only ways to protect your right to privacy and information online is to use a VPN. Some websites infringe on those rights by blocking VPNs, but they do it for a good reason.

How to Use Google Docs Offline

Google Docs is great, but because it typically requires an internet connection to use, getting things done when you’re offline can be challenging. If you’re using Google Chrome, an official extension named Google Docs Offline changes that.

How to track time zones around the world with these free apps

I’ve got some handy tools that can help you keep track of the time across the globe.

How to Wipe a Hard Drive

If you’re getting rid of an old computer or upgrading your hard drive or SSD for something bigger, faster, or just newer, you need to make sure your data is wiped clean from your old hardware.

The best alternatives to PowerPoint for creating amazing presentations

The popularity of slideshows as a way of sharing information has been in large part created by Microsoft's PowerPoint, but there are plenty of presentation competitors to PowerPoint.

Microsoft security chief: IE is not a browser, so stop using it as your default

Internet Explorer is a 'compatibility solution' and should only be used selectively, warns Microsoft exec.

Mobile Computing – iOS and Android

Compare Cell Phone Plans

Most major cell phone plans on the current market will be considered in the analysis. Here are some of the considerations to make when deciding which type of plan works for you:

Six Months Later: Cricket’s Unlimited Plan Is Still the Best Bang for Your Buck

I recently switched to Cricket Unlimited and man let me tell you: I wish I would’ve done this ages ago. Ages.

The 10 best not-so-new phones: Why last year's models make great deals

"Latest and greatest" doesn't always make a device your best buy. Here are a few select older models that deliver way more value and could mean hundreds of dollars saved.

Parental Controls: The Ultimate Guide

How do you restrict what your kids can do and use on iPhone and iPad? With parental controls!

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to clean an iPad screen without damaging your device

You need to be careful when cleaning any device screen. It's not something you can spray Windex on and hope for the best.

Five of the Best Camera Apps on iOS

There are many third-party camera apps available in the App Store that add additional functionality, filters, and other effects that are worth checking out.

Why Apple Won't Change the iPhone From Lightning to USB-C

Rumors suggested the new iPhone might have a USB Type-C port, but it's not looking likely.

How to use Apple's Instant Hotspot feature

With just a few clicks -- or taps -- your Apple devices can create a hotspot network while you're on the go.

Did you know these iPhone apps record your screen while you use them?

When an app says it's collecting data for technical support or analytics purposes, it seems innocuous but a number of iOS applications went much further without informing users.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Android’s Real Security Problem is the Manufacturers

If you’re running a Google Pixel handset, your phone is safe from a security hole that could let a PNG file completely wreck the system. If you’re using nearly any other Android handset, then your phone is vulnerable. This is a problem.

5 ways to tidy up your Android phone, inspired by Marie Kondo

The cleaning guru's home-tidying tips can work just as well on your phone.

Best sports games for Android in February 2019

Get your game on — even in the offseason — with the best sports games available for Android.

Samsung will let you reserve a Galaxy S10 before it's announced

The Galaxy S10 may not be announced for another week, but Samsung will let you reserve one today.

Guide: How to use Google Assistant through your headphones

Google Assistant can perform a wide array of tasks, including reading notifications, answering questions, and reciting recipes. If you’ve never used Google Assistant through your headphones, consider this your guide on all you need to know for getting started.

How to Check if Your Passwords Were Stolen

Tech New and Opinions

Bill Gates Made These 15 Predictions Back in 1999 -- and It's Scary How Accurate He Was

In his book, Gates made 15 bold predictions that at the time might have sounded outrageous. But as Markus Kirjonen, a business student, once noted on his blog, Gates' forecasts turned out to be eerily prescient.

What we learned from net neutrality’s big day in court

By turns, both sides faced some sharp questioning from the judges for the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.

Everything you need to know about Facebook, Google's app scandal

Facebook and Google landed in hot water with Apple this week after two investigations by TechCrunch revealed the misuse of internal-only certificates — leading to their revocation, which led to a day of downtime at the two tech giants.

Several states are investigating Facebook for mishandling user data

Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and North Carolina are investigating.

Windows 10 19H1: The complete changelog

Here's all you need to know about Windows 10 update 19H1...coming this spring.

Google+ reveals shutdown timeline for consumers

The company has detailed its shutdown timeline for the consumer version of Google+ — and it's not wasting any time.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Google's new Chrome extension warns you about stolen passwords

The Password Checkup lets you know if the username and password you're using have been nabbed by hackers in the past.

How to use Google's new Password Checkup tool

Thankfully services like 1Password's Watchtower, Have I Been Pwned?, and now Google's Password Checkup tool exist. Password Checkup was announced by Google on Tuesday and is available right now for Chrome users.

Google Search isn't everything: 7 ways to find info online without it

Google doesn’t know everything, and there are some resources that are actually better than Google at finding certain information.

Windows Update problems: Fixed now but here's what went wrong, says Microsoft

Microsoft says Windows Update DNS outage is fixed and things should return to normal for all customers soon.

Best Google Chrome extensions (February 2019 edition)

Get more done in 2019 with this selection of extensions hand-picked from the Chrome Web Store. PS: They also work in Opera and Brave browsers.

Windows 10: Now you can get 1990s Windows File Manager from Microsoft Store

The new app is for fans of the look and feel of File Manager in Windows in the early 1990s. The Windows File Manager was the first graphical interface for managing and accessing files.

Top 5 IT pro tips everyone should know

Not everyone can be an IT expert, but Tom Merritt has five tips to help increase your technical skills.

Mobile Computing – Android and IOS

17 New Features Your Favorite Apps Added While You Weren't Looking

It can be hard to keep up with all the features being added to all the apps you’ve got on your phone—which is why we’ve pulled together this rundown of recently added or particularly obscure features you might not have noticed in the apps you use every day.

Facebook Messenger gets an unsend feature

So in case you send the wrong message to the wrong person or make an egregious typo, you’ll be able to remove it in Messenger now.

How to Tether From Your Phone When You Don't Have Wifi

It’s much more secure than the public wifi you’ll find in hotels, coffee shops, and so on. Here’s how to do it, simply and painlessly, whether you’ve got Android or iOS on your mobile device.

Four reasons to switch from iOS to Android (and vice versa)

While the two platforms are converging to offer similarly splendid features, large differences still exist between Android and iOS. Here's how to tell the two platforms apart, and why you might consider swapping in the future.

Mint Mobile [Review]: Cheaper, better prepaid cellular plans

Cell phone plans are a necessary evil in the modern world, so it seems like everyone is trying to get to a cheaper plan to save some money. JRC: I think Cricket is better as it uses the vast AT&T Network. I pay $35 a month.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

Five of the Best Email Apps on iOS

We dove into the App Store in our latest YouTube video and rounded up a handful of the best email apps we found.

Apple fixes its FaceTime bug. You'll get a software update soon

The company said in a statement Friday that it has fixed the vulnerability on its servers and that it will issue a software update to re-enable Group FaceTime next week.

How to get a refund for iTunes or App Store purchases

How you get a refund for iTunes or App Store purchases and in-app purchases isn't obvious, but it is possible!

How to Make Lock Screen Notification Previews Private

Fortunately you don't have to turn off notification previews altogether to ensure your privacy. Instead you can set your notification previews to only be visible when your iPhone is unlocked.

How to use adjust light, color, and B&W in Photos for iPhone and iPad

How do you quickly and easily fix lighting and color issues, or make your photos black and white? With smart adjustments!

31 iPhone 7 Tips, Tricks, and Features to Supercharge Your Phone

If you want to take complete control over your iPhone, here are the top iPhone 7 tips you need to know.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Energizer says it’s making phones with pop-up cameras, 18,000mAh batteries, and foldable displays

As if the simple fact that Energizer sells smartphones wasn’t surprising enough, the company is unveiling 26 new models at Mobile World Congress this year, with flagship features like pop-up cameras, a massive 18,000mAh battery, and a foldable display.

[Update: 11 more banks] Google Pay extends its US reach with support for 44 new banks

Google Pay works with a jaw-dropping number of financial institutions, with more coming online all the time.

Best Card Games for Android

Classic card games and fantasy card worlds on your Android phone? Yes, please!

5 Android apps you shouldn't miss this week!

The headline says it all!

How to print from a Chromebook

While most of us are living in the cloud, there are still some things that need to be printed out on paper, like boarding passes, return labels, and term papers.

Firefox Privacy Knobs?

Tech News and Opinions

Report: Smartphone shipments see year of decline for first time

This marks the first time shipments dropped for a full year. It’s also the fifth straight quarter of declining smartphone shipments.

Why Choosing Between Windows and macOS Still Matters

It really does matter which OS you use, and not just because there might be a learning curve if you make a switch. Here are some of the key reasons why your choice still counts.

Thinking about getting computer glasses? Read this first

They claim to help stop headaches and keep us from staying up too late, but are they worth the money?

Microsoft announces Internet Explorer 10 will reach end-of-life by January 2020

Along with Windows 7, Microsoft is also ending security updates and technical support for Internet Explorer 10 by January 2020 that it shared in a blog post yesterday, and users are advised to upgrade to IE11 by then.

Everything New in Windows 10’s April 2019 Update

It features a light theme, speed improvements, and lots of polish plus many new features...none earth shattering.

40 fun things to ask Alexa

Alexa can do more than automate your home. She can also keep you entertained with jokes, stories and interesting trivia without enabling any extra skills.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Firefox gets new knobs so you can fine-tune your privacy

Mozilla has released a new version of Firefox that lets you strike a better balance between maintaining privacy and breaking websites.

12 Google Calendar Tricks You're Probably Not Using

Can your calendar keep up with your busy schedule? These Google Calendar tips will help you and your team stay organized.

What's the best cloud storage for you?

Free and cheap personal and small business cloud storage is everywhere. Here's how to decide which one is right for you.

Office 365 to Use OneDrive as Default Save Location Going Forward

Microsoft announced this week that its core Office 365 applications will use OneDrive as your default Save location, starting with a set of February updates.

OneDrive tips and tricks: How to master Microsoft's free cloud storage

If you haven't checked out OneDrive lately, you're missing out. Over the past two years, Microsoft has methodically added a raft of new features that can help you back up personal files and photos. In this post, I show you some of the most useful options for saving and sharing files and folders.

How to scan photo negatives and slides

Learn how to turn your film negatives and 35mm slides into digital images

Mobile Computing – All Formats

What to expect from 5G, the next generation of wireless networks

Never in the history of the mobile phone has there been so much hype about a new technology ahead of its launch than there is with 5G.

How to sell your old phones, laptops and tablets

Your old phones, tablets and computers don't have to sit around collecting dust in a drawer or a closet. You have a lot of options for getting rid of them and reclaiming that lost space.

How Do Foldable Phones Work, And When Will I Get One?

Foldable phones might be the strangest and most revolutionary tech of 2019. But how do these things work, and when will we get the chance to buy them?

Zuckerberg Plans to Integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook Messenger

Zuckerberg is asserting his control over the company’s sprawling divisions at a time when its business has been battered by scandal.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

Tech review: Must-have apps for iPhone, iPad

iPhones and iPads come fully loaded with a collection of world-class apps that make your mobile device super-functional. But sometimes there are better choices than these default, built-in apps. These four apps are must-haves for any iPhone or iPad user.

Apple's latest iPhone promo: Trade up to an iPhone XR from $19 a month

And Apple combines higher trade-in values with a new monthly payment option to sell more new iPhones.

How to Hide the Sidebar in the iPad News App When in Landscape Mode

If you're reading News in landscape mode on your iPad, you'll want to close the sidebar so there's more room for articles.

iOS 12.2 Beta Gives Up All Kinds of New Goodies

You know all those rumors of new AirPods 2, iPod Touches and new iPads? Looks they were all right on the money. The new developer beta for iOS 12.2 has information on all of these different devices scattered around inside of it.

Outlook's bold redesign on iOS is now available for everyone

In December, Microsoft began rolling out a refreshed interface for the Outlook app on iOS. At the start, the new look was making its to everyone slowly, but, as of today, it's now available to everyone.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

How to secure, protect, and completely lock down your Android phone

So whether you’re looking for a little extra security or a complete lockdown of your phone, here’s everything you need to keep your data from falling into the wrong hands.

Galaxy X? Galaxy F? Samsung's foldable phone faces 9 big issues

Xiaomi ups the ante with the most inventive foldable phone design we've seen.

Top 10 Android Apps of January 2019!

We've compiled a top 10 list of our favorite Android apps to hit the Play Store in January 2019.

Google Arts & Culture app gets a 'Camera' tab with all its experimental features

Google has added new features and given it a UI overhaul. There have been some fun camera-based tools like the artistic doppelganger ID and color matcher. Now, there's a new camera tab that puts them all in one place.

What Should Android “Q” be Called?

For almost every other letter in the English alphabet, there’s a solid list of delicious treats that fit under Google’s naming methodology for Android, but Q is one of the letters that does not.

How to watch Super Bowl LIII on your Android phone, tablet, TV or Chromebook

Near or far, here's how to follow all the football action in Atlanta this Sunday.

Change Your Passwords…Now!

Tech News and Opinions

Massive breach leaks 773 million email addresses, 21 million passwords

The best time to stop reusing old passwords was 10 years ago. The second best time is now.

Windows 7 versus Windows 10: Here comes the final showdown

With less than a year to a major Windows 7 support deadline, it's decision time for the PC.

It's Official: Satya Nadella Confirms Cortana Defeat

In a stunning bit of transparency, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella confirmed that Cortana will never be competitive with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. So it will instead be recast as a skill for those more popular assistants, as has long been rumored

The Smart TV Crapware Era Has Already Begun

Geeks often ask for dumb TVs. But, as the CTO of Vizio recently explained, smart TVs are cheaper than dumb TVs. TVs are so cheap that manufacturers make their profit by tracking your viewing habits and selling ads.

What US Cities Will Get 5G In 2019?

5G will revolutionize the way we use the Internet, bringing high-speed data everywhere, creating smart cities, and even replacing home Internet connections. That’s what the industry says, anyway. But when is 5G coming to your city?

What Amazon's Alexa will tell us in 2019

From Las Vegas to Chattanooga, Amazon starts the new year evangelizing all things Alexa.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Speed Up Google Chrome With This Tab-Reducing Extension

One Tab is a Chrome extension that allows you to in essence keep all those tabs open without actually keeping all those tabs open. It’s also available for Firefox.

Organize Your Thoughts with this Markdown Note-Taking App

From the moment you install it and fire it up, Notable is more than willing to hold your hand as you leap into the scary and unknown world of a new note-taking app.

Microsoft Office has changed, how you use it should too

Office has evolved into a mix of applications that are continually adding new features and cloud services. Time to rethink how you use it.

Brave browser tries fixing online ads so you can have nontoxic websites

The startup hopes its privacy-respecting system will clean up the toxic parts of today's ad tech so you can actually enjoy free websites again. JRC: Brave is now my #1 Web Browser on all my computers.

The Best Google Docs Add-Ons

Some add-ons increase productivity (like proofreading tools) and some add more extensive capabilities (like allowing teachers to integrate grades into students papers).

Windows 10 October 2018 Update finally shifts to automatic rollout

Microsoft will now be offering the Windows 10 October 2018 Update, 1809, to select devices in phases.

Mobile Computing – All Formats

8 Things You Should Be Automating on Your Smartphone

We live in an age of super-smart technology built to make our lives easier, so don’t struggle with the menial chores of the day when your phone could be doing the job for you.

How to stop spam calls and robocalls from destroying your life

Don't fall victim to the skyrocketing number of spam calls from insurance companies and debt collectors.

Google Maps is about to get one of Waze’s best features

Not only does Google Maps display speed limits on the navigation screen, as is the case for Waze and other navigation apps, but it’ll also alert you to upcoming speed traps. Needless to say, that’s a huge deal.

14 stunning bezel-less phones: iPhone XS, Galaxy S9 and more

Phones with very little border around their faces, such as the iPhone XS and Galaxy S9, have their displays running up right to the edges.

Smartphones With the Longest Battery Life - A 2019 Comparison

Smartphone batteries are getting larger and larger, with the promise of phones that can go all day on a single charge

Microsoft To-Do Gets Series of Updates Across Platforms

The updates introduce new features on Windows 10, Android, and iOS.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

Fastmail, Goodnotes 5, AUM, and other iOS amazing apps of the week

The headline says it all. Some are even free!

How to password-protect any app on your iPhone or iPad

You don’t need any special apps...Or rather, you don’t need their special locks. You can easily make your own.

Apple Pay will soon work at Target, Taco Bell and others, covering 74% of top US merchants

Apple has shared the latest progress with Apple Pay rolling out to major US retailers.

iPhone XS, iPhone XR: What you need to know about Apple's Smart Battery Case

If your iPhone's battery needs a bump, the Smart Battery Case fits the bill.

Best PDF editor app alternatives to Adobe Acrobat for iOS

Looking for a free or low-cost PDF editor? You can edit PDF files, add annotations and much more -- all on your iPhone or iPad -- with our top picks.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Popular Science's essential apps for any Android phone

If you own an Android smartphone, you'll need some essential apps to sync your files, watch movies, track your sleeping patterns, catch up on your reading, and more.

Little-known travel hack: You're leaving money on the table if you're not using Google Trips' discounts

Although discounts became available toward the end of 2017 in Trips, I've rarely seen them mentioned online. Even my colleagues didn't know about them until I brought them up a few days ago. So here's how they work, in case you've never used them before.

Best Android Puzzle Games in 2019

What are the best brain-busting puzzle games for Android?

The Android phones and features that flew and flopped in 2018

The good, the bad, and the huh?

Finally: Target Will Soon Accept Google Pay, Samsung Pay

The mega-retailer announced today that it will "soon" accept all of the major mobile payment systems, including Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and Apple Pay.

CES Final Thoughts and Some Great Tips and Tricks

Tech News and Opinions

CES 2019 Final Wrap-up: Everything we saw, from 8K TVs to amazing fake burgers

The show opened with a bombshell from Apple, closed with a surprise from Samsung and had plenty of news in between.

Best of CES 2019 Awards: Top tech of the show

CES 2019 in Las Vegas has proven to be as jam packed with amazing gadgets, TVs and other entertainment kit as other years, which makes the job of choosing our 15 favourite devices all the harder.

Apple replaced 11 million iPhone batteries in 2018, up from its usual of 1-2 million

The $29 replacement initiative was active for almost exactly a year. This means in 2018, Apple replaced as as high as 11 times the number of batteries it usually replaces in a year.

If iPhone sales are bad, Android sales are going to be much worse

Apple's first profits warning of the smartphone era signals what is likely to be tough times ahead for Android handset makers.

The reason why Vizio smart TVs are so affordable: They track your data

The vast majority of televisions available today are "smart" TVs, with internet connections, advertising placement, and streaming services built in.

How to opt in -- or out -- of Amazon's free sample program

Amazon wants you to buy more stuff, and it knows what you'll probably like -- free samples are coming.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Windows 10 how-to: Ed Bott's free tech support and troubleshooting guide

A curated list of the best sites for support information about Windows 10.

15 Windows 10 Run Commands Everyone Should Learn

The Windows 10 Run box is a gold mine of secret commands that many people don’t take full advantage of.

Microsoft To-Do app gains pinnable lists on Windows 10 Mobile and PC

Any To-Do list can now be pinned to the Start Menu or Start Screen on any Windows 10 device or Windows 10 Mobile Windows phone by right-clicking or performing a long press on the list name from the main app menu and selecting Pin to Start.

The best travel plug adapter

In case you plan on traveling internationally anytime soon.

Microsoft's Windows 7 has one year of free support left

Microsoft will no longer provide security updates for Windows 7 as of January 14, 2020, which is one year away. There are two ways to get around this date, but they'll cost you.

How to set up multiple monitors on Windows 10

Are you getting into a dual or triple-monitor setup? Here are several tips to configure all the displays without third-party software on Windows 10.

Mobile Computing – iOS and Android

The 8 best games for your new iPhone, iPad, or Android phone

The great thing about smartphones and tablets is that, no matter what device you get, there’s going to be some great games for it.

YouTube just changed how you navigate videos in its mobile app

The company announced it will this week roll out a new horizontal swiping gesture that lets you move forward and backward through the videos you're watching.

Organize Your Thoughts, Manage Group Projects and Create Tasks With This Free Task Manager

Taskcade is a to-do list and task manager, simplified. The interface is clean and easy to use and there are several useful features that make it a good contender in a crowded field. For PC’s, Macs, iOS and Android. FREE!

Mozilla: Open-source Thunderbird getting new look, better Gmail support, encryption

Thunderbird developers promise to make the neglected open-source email client easier to use.

5 Tips For a Better Mobile Photography Workflow

Soak up these 5 steps for better organization and management to your mobile photography workflow.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

The 10 best apps for your new Android phone

You probably have some ideas of your own, but we’ve got a bunch of suggestions, too. Here are 10 great Android apps that are definitely worth installing.

10 best writing apps for Android

There are those who prefer something like typewriters over digital word processors, but it’s nice to have those tools on your mobile phone in case inspiration strikes.

Android at CES 2019: Eight intriguing announcements you might have missed

From Google Assistant to Android TV, here are eight CES announcements that might have slipped under your radar.

The 11 Best iPhone Camera Apps for Android in 2019

Several developers make the effort to build camera apps that work not only on iOS but also on Android devices.

Samsung's foldable 'Galaxy X' phone: Everything we know so far

This will be the next big thing ... at some point. Look for it to be released in the first half of this year.

Google keeps failing to understand tablets

Google has taken over the smartphone world with Android, so there's that. But translating that operating system (OS) to tablets has been a tragic, chronic failure for Google.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

Adobe Lightroom CC for iOS just added the shortcut Apple promised

Importing photos just got a teensy bit less ridiculous

Stop Using Your iPhone Camera Flash and Try This Easy Hack Instead

This ridiculously easy iPhone hack will take your low light mobile photos to a whole new level.

The 6 best iPhone apps for weight loss

Whether you want to count calories or learn workouts, you should keep these apps in reach.

TripAdvisor - A Great App for your Travel Needs

This travel planning app features suggestions by travel magazines and famous personalities who you can follow in the app in order to find more travel destinations that appeal to you.

How to upload and edit DSLR photos on your iPad

Importing photos to your iPad or older iPad Pro is a great way to work on them on the go, but you'll need some additional hardware.

How to block websites in Safari on iPhone and iPad

Create a safer internet for your children on iPhone and iPad.

The Best of the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show & More

Tech News and Opinions

CES 2019 Las Vegas - January 8-11

As always, the show is loaded with lots of new technology devices...along with some weird, wacky products. It is all explained here.

CES 2019 coolest new stuff: TV goes 8K, mobile goes 5G, AI is in everything and vinyl is reborn

The best gadgets, news, pics and videos from the world's biggest tech show

iPhone Sales Fears After Apple Slashes Estimates

The leaks were right. Despite Apple plans to redesign the iPhone and introduce ingenious camera technology, the company now admitted its current range has a serious problem.

Is Google Killing Android?

It looks like the company is getting ready to jettison Android altogether and switch to a new, more efficient operating system that can work across any kind of device.

Sick and disgusted: The worst tech failures of 2018

It was a rough year for the technology industry: From anxiety-inducing social networks and buggy mobile devices to glitchy operating systems and killer driverless cars, we had it all.

Windows is coming to your Chromebook

If there are a couple of Windows applications holding you back from using a Chromebook, Google will soon let you run Windows 10 on your high-end Chromebook.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Which apps are draining your laptop's battery? Check Windows Task Manager

The venerable Task Manager has a few new tricks.

Microsoft is making changes to how Windows 10 manages disk space

Microsoft is introducing reserved storage which refers to the storage that is to be used by apps, Windows Update, temporary files, and the system cache.

How To Enable Chrome Dark Mode On Your Windows PC Right Now

We witnessed how Google is moving forward with the idea of Dark Mode in the Chrome browser. As it happens to be, you can already turn on the Dark theme on Google Chrome right now.

The Best Resume Templates For Your 2019 Job Search

No matter what the news says about low unemployment rates, if you don't yet have your dream job, you're going to need every tool at your disposal to attract an employer's eye.

How to install, reinstall, upgrade and activate Windows 10

Here's everything you need to know before you repair, reinstall, or upgrade Windows 10, including details about activation and product keys.

How to lock your Windows 10 PC remotely

If you have lost your laptop or had it stolen while being logged in, you can use this guide to use your Microsoft account to find and lock it remotely.

How to use Windows 10's Your Phone experience

While Your Phone is designed to be so simple as to be self-explanatory, the apps still has a few quirks worth explaining.

Mobile Computing – Android and iOS

5 Tips For a Better Mobile Photography Workflow

5 quick and easy tips you will be glad to know.

5 Tips For a Better Mobile Photography Workflow

Soak up these 5 steps for better organization and management to your mobile photography workflow.

Stop Using Third-Party Weather Apps

Time and time again, weather apps—including The Weather Channel, Accuweather, and WeatherBug—have shown that they share your location data.

Best habit making/breaking apps to set you on the right path for the New Year

Habits can be made or broken if you try hard enough and have a little help from a friend.

The mobile world might finally get exciting again in 2019

From foldable phones to 5G, here's why we're looking forward to next year.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

How to Use Your Android Phone as a Flashlight

It’s dark and you need to be able to see. It’s fine—whip out your trusty Android phone and put the camera flash to work as a flashlight. Here’s how to do it.

Mac and PC users: How to read your Android phone's texts on a computer

Android users now have two new ways to read and write their text messages on their larger screens – one from Google and the other from Microsoft.

15 best Android Widgets for your home screen

There are just some things, like note taking, weather, calendar, to-do lists, etc that will always simply work better in a widget format.

5 best Craigslist apps and Craigslist browser apps for Android!

Craigslist is one of the most popular sites on the Internet. You can go there to buy and sell stuff, browse for houses, look for jobs, search for events, and basically do whatever you want.

Google Search gets new activity cards

Called “Your related activity,” these activity cards contain websites you previously clicked on during a previous search query.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

The One App You Should Delete ASAP If Your iPad Battery Is Always Dying

It's one of the most popular apps for all computing devices. No, it is not Facebook, but that one should also be on this list.

Secret Mail shortcuts: Twelve gestures to speed up your iPhone email!

Apple's Mail app for iPhone has a ton of features you can invoke at a tap or swipe!

How to view and delete old iPhone backups in iCloud

Clear some cloud space and delete those unnecessary backups!

The Best iOS Apps You're Not Using (But Should Be)

The App Store conceals a wealth of apps that might not have gotten any widespread accolades.

Useful iOS 12 Tips and Tricks

Handy iOS 12 tips and tricks to master Apple's latest update

Apple Watch

Top 15 tips and tricks for Apple Watch 4 and watchOS 5

If you're the proud owner of a new Apple Watch 4 or you recently installed Apple's latest watchOS 5 update on an earlier model, you should know that there are several new and useful features hidden away in your smartwatch's menu screens.

Pairing and Using Apple Watch with Android: Yes! It can be done

So the team from iMore has proven that Apple Watch is somewhat working with Android. Not directly but it can answer phone calls, it can send text messages – even iMessage with Android as the main phone.

Have a new Apple Watch? Turn on these health-monitoring features

Apple Watch can be an excellent health monitor just by wearing it, but there are some opt-in features that you need to turn on to access.

The Holidays Are Over…What’s Next? CES, Of Course!

Tech News and Opinions

CES 2019: here's what you can expect from the annual tech-extravaganza

CES 2019 is almost here – and while we're sure to see some surprises, we've also had a flurry of announcements about what tech companies are planning or not planning to showcase at the huge Las Vegas convention.

14 questions CES 2019 needs to answer

As the tech world descends on Las Vegas next week, these are the issues that dominate the landscape.

The top tech stories of 2018

From Google’s scary Duplex AI to Fortnite mania, this year showed the good, bad and uncomfortable ways that tech is changing our lives.

Microsoft's wins, fails, and WTF moments of 2018

Microsoft found success in some odd places, while its more mainstream efforts fell short

Tech that died in 2018

Here’s our look at this year’s greats and "not-so-greats"—those that passed into the history books or were sent straight to null.

7 New Year's tech resolutions

New Year's tech resolutions…Follow these tips to make 2019 safer, easier, cheaper and just plain better.

Net neutrality battle heads to court in 2019

The next chapter in the ongoing struggle for an open internet will unfold in the US Court of Appeals.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Most Secure Web Browsers in 2019

However, browsing the Internet is turning into more of a minefield with new, more complex and more hostile malicious code coming to light. This means security takes (or at least, should take) a high priority for us all.

How to set up your new computer

Set up antivirus, clear out bloatware, and perform other tasks to keep your PC humming well into the future.

Windows Central Best of 2018: The year's best Windows 10 apps

We look at and review hundreds of applications, and we've gathered the best of 2018 to help you get the most of your Windows 10 devices.

Microsoft Edge Once Again Surpasses Chrome & Firefox In Battery Efficiency

Although Edge did extremely well when tied against Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox, the company was surprisingly quiet about the results.

The 9 best apps for your new Windows PC

If you’ve just received a new PC over the holidays, we have some favorite Windows apps that will improve your experience — and maybe your life

Stay private and protected with the best Firefox security extensions

Keep watch over your security and privacy with the Firefox add-ons designed to guard your data.

Mobile Computing – For iOS and Android

Best to-do list apps of 2019 for managing tasks on any platform

The best to-do list apps will help you organize your tasks and lists, get event reminders, and collaborate on projects with teammates.

Google Assistant will alert you if your flight is delayed

Google's helpful Assistant will proactively notify you of a flight delay and the reason behind it.

How to use Microsoft OneDrive on your iOS or Android device

The Microsoft OneDrive mobile app can help you view and manage your online files on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device. Here's how to use it.

9 best food tracking apps

These free food tracker, calorie counter, and food journal apps can help you lose weight no matter what diet you're on.

The 5 best weather apps with the most accurate forecast

The best weather apps can help with everything from forecasts and weather alerts to traffic and health-related updates.

Mobile Computing – Android

Best Android apps of 2018 for your new phone, tablet, or Chromebook

Every application in this list has been painstakingly hand-picked by yours truly, and they're all arranged by price for easy navigation.

The 56 best Android games of 2018

The headline say is all!

How to use Microsoft OneDrive on your iOS or Android device

The Microsoft OneDrive mobile app can help you view and manage your online files on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device. Here's how to use it.

24 hidden Android settings you should know about

If you own a phone that runs a different version of Android, you can still apply these settings—you just have to rummage around a little more to find them.

How to Take the Best Photos with Your Android Phone

Regardless of the prowess of your high-end smartphone, merely pointing and shooting at the scene is not the way to capture lasting memorie

How to Block Websites on Your Android Phone or Tablet

If you feel a website is inappropriate, a waste of valuable time, or disturbing in some way, you can block websites on Android using one of several apps designed to block unwanted content.

Mobile Computing – iOS

My Must-Have iOS Apps, 2018 Edition

Putting together my annual list of Must-Have iOS Apps is an exercise in analyzing the trends of the year and considering which ones had the biggest impact on how I use my iPhone and iPad.

Best iPhone screen protectors: Keep your screen flawless

Screen protectors can be a nuisance to get on your iPhone, but they’re essential for protecting your iPhone’s screen from drops and scratches

Everything you need to know to master your new iPhone

Receive a new iPhone this holiday season? Sit down, relax and read this to learn everything you can about using it

How to Set Precise Times More Quickly in the iPhone Calendar App

Here's a quick tip for setting precise times on your Calendar app that will take less than a minute to learn!

How to Sync Apple Calendar with Google Calendar

If you have a Google account, syncing your Google Calendar with your device's Apple Calendar app on your iPhone or iPad can help keep things streamlined. Here's how to do just that.

Best personal finance apps to invest in for the New Year!

Keep your budget on track and save for the future with a little help from your iPhone and iPad!