What Is LiDAR, and How Will It Work on the iPhone?
The iPhone 12 Pro is Apple’s first smartphone with a Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) scanner on the back. But what does LiDAR do, and what is Apple planning to use it for in the future?
How to Install a .watchface File on Apple Watch
The Apple Watch allows you to customize clock faces to show all kinds of useful information. But did you know you can take those custom designs straight off someone’s wrist? Here’s how to install someone else’s Apple Watch fa…
How to Share Your Apple Watch Face
One of the best parts of owning an Apple Watch is the ability to customize your own watch face with different colors, photos, and complications. You can share these designs with friends, family, and the world, too. Here’s ho…
Why the iPhone 12’s Dolby Vision HDR Recording Is a Big Deal
Apple’s iPhone 12 is packed with new features like 5G and a snap-on system for MagSafe accessories. But perhaps the most technically impressive addition is the ability to shoot and edit 10-bit HDR video in Dolby Vision….
What Is ‘Fake HDR,’ and Should You Buy HDR Blu-rays?
High-dynamic-range (HDR) video is taking off in a big way. Some of your favorite movies are already available with enhanced color and brightness, and look even better than they did in their original theatrical releases….
What Is MagSafe for iPhone 12, and What Can It Do?
With the arrival of the iPhone 12 comes a new ecosystem of accessories for Apple smartphones. MagSafe makes it easier to wirelessly charge an iPhone, attach cases, and use a wide variety of other accessories. Here’s why it’s …
HDR Formats Compared: HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG, and Technicolor
If you’re shopping for a new 4K ultra-high-definition TV, it almost certainly supports high-dynamic-range (HDR) video. But what’s the difference between the competing HDR formats? Should you factor this into your purchase?…
What Is HDMI VRR on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X?
PC gamers have been enjoying variable-refresh-rate (VRR) gaming for years. Finally, Sony and Microsoft are bringing VRR to your living room with their next-generation consoles.
How to Shoot Great iPhone Photos at Night or in Low Light
Modern iPhones can take stunning photos in low light. Even if you don’t have the latest, greatest model, these photography tips will help you take better photos after the sun goes down.
How to Turn On Handwashing Detection on the Apple Watch
The Apple Watch’s watchOS 7 update introduced a smart new feature for anyone concerned about hand hygiene in a post-COVID world: Handwashing detection. Here’s how it works and how you can turn it on or off….
How to Buy a TV for Gaming in 2020
Display technology has come a long way in a decade. If you want a TV for video games, including a next-gen console and PC titles, your needs are quite different from the average shopper.
Can My Mac Run macOS Big Sur?
macOS Big Sur is the latest version of Apple’s desktop operating system. It will likely be available as a free upgrade to Mac owners in October 2020. With this release, some Macs that run Catalina are being left behind and …
What Is 4K Resolution? An Overview of Ultra HD
If you’re buying a TV or upgrading to a next-generation console, you’ve probably seen terms like 4K and Ultra HD thrown around. Let’s cut through the jargon and get down to what these terms mean, and if they’re even interchan…
All the New iPhone Privacy Features in iOS 14
The iPhone is an excellent investment for anyone concerned about privacy. This is due to its robust permissions system and Apple’s disdain for App Store rule-breakers. With some new privacy features and big improvements to ex…
How iOS 14 Can Help You Take Better Photos on Your iPhone
There are some big changes in iOS 14, including widgets on the Home screen and the ability to change the default browser and mail apps. Apple has also improved the excellent Camera app. We’re taking a look at what’s changed, …
Xbox Series X vs. Xbox Series S: Which Should You Buy?
Microsoft will launch two new consoles Nov. 10, 2020. Should you get the chunky Xbox Series X, or the much smaller (and cheaper) Series S? Let’s take a look at the differences, and which is the better buy….
Just Updated Your iPhone to iOS 14? Try These Features Now
Apple’s yearly iPhone update, iOS 14, is finally here. As always, the free download adds a handful of new features, tweaks, and enhancements to iPhones old and new.
PlayStation 5 vs. Xbox Series X: Which Should You Buy?
The stage is set for the next-generation console battle, as Sony and Microsoft go head-to-head this November with the release of the PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S.
OLED vs. QLED, and More: Which TV Should You Buy?
Want a new TV, but confused by the barrage of acronyms and jargon manufacturers love? One of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make is whether you want a traditional light-emitting diode (LED) model, or a set that features…
HDMI 2.1: What’s New, and Do You Need to Upgrade?
With next-gen consoles arriving by the end of 2020 and NVIDIA’s RTX 30 series of graphics cards cresting the horizon, HDMI 2.1 is looking more critical than ever. Does this mean you have to upgrade your TV to take advantage o…
How to Speed Up Your Old Mac and Give It a New Life
As your Mac gets older, it starts to show its age during daily use. Everyday tasks can drag as your computer struggles to keep up. More demanding apps and games might even refuse to run at all. Sometimes, your Mac might just …
OLED Screen Burn-In: How Worried Should You Be?
OLED displays are beautiful to look at and expensive, but you might be surprised to learn they can suffer from “burn-in” or permanent image retention. How prevalent is this issue, and should you worry about it?…
6 Mistakes People Make When Buying a TV
With next-generation consoles right around the corner, and ultra-high-definition HDR content in plentiful supply, 2020 is a great time to buy a new TV. Before you do, though, here are six mistakes to avoid….
How to Fix PS4 Problems by Rebuilding the PS4 Database
If you’re having PS4 issues, like slow performance, “data corrupted” errors, or problems downloading or updating games, your console’s database might be the issue. Fortunately, rebuilding the PS4 database will fix most of the…
How to Update All Your Mac Apps
App updates deliver new features, security fixes, and improve the stability of existing software. Unfortunately, not every Mac app is updated the same way. Some take care of themselves, while others need a nudge from you. Her…
