The world is a stressful place right now. If you feel like you need a holiday, you should pick up Animal Crossing: New Horizons for the Nintendo Switch. Here’s why I and many other people love Animal Crossing….
Apple tends to march to the beat of its own drum when it comes to new and updated product releases. You’ve come to expect a new iPhone every October, but what about the company’s less “popular” products, like the iMac or Mac …
Game controllers are magnets for dirt and grime. It doesn’t matter if you take really good care of your pads, they’ll eventually need a deep clean to remove skin, debris, and bacteria. Here’s how to do it without damaging you…
If you suddenly find yourself working from home or another remote location, you’re going to miss those interactions with other people. Video conferencing can help by allowing you to talk face-to-face, even if it is via a scre…
Yes, Netflix is available in 4K. Whether you can stream it, though, depends on the speed of your internet connection, how much you pay, what you watch, and even the hardware you stream it on. Here’s how to get Netflix in 4K, …
When you shop for a computer monitor, you have to choose a TN, IPS, or VA. The best one for you depends on what you’ll predominantly use it for. And, if you’re a gamer, different panel technologies are ideal for certain types…
You probably don’t clean your smartphone as much as you should. Whether you’re concerned about coronavirus or just common flu and cold germs, regularly disinfecting your smartphone will help lower your overall risk of getting…
It’s easier than ever to edit and share videos directly from your iPhone or iPad. In iOS 13, Apple added a range of new video-editing tools. You can now crop, rotate, and perform other video-editing actions without a third-pa…
You’ve barely peeled the protective film off your 4K TV, and already the conversation has switched to the next big thing: 8K. So, what exactly is 8K, and how long will it be before it’s worth upgrading?…
Your iPhone’s Control Center has a handy collection of shortcuts you can always access with a single swipe. You can use it to skip songs, toggle Airplane mode, or record what’s happening on the screen in just a few taps….
The average person these days is savvy enough to spot an email scam, which is why scammers have turned to text messages. Smishing (phishing via SMS) is on the rise, but here’s how you can avoid falling prey to it….
Adobe is killing Flash at the end of 2020, but Flash games are an important part of internet history. Thankfully, a community project called Flashpoint is stepping up to save them. Here’s how you can keep playing all your fa…
You can create your own games, artwork, and creative contraptions on PlayStation 4 with Dreams. This accessible creative playground from the creators of LittleBigPlanet makes it possible for anyone to give it a go, regardle…
So, you’ve scratched or cracked your new smartphone or tablet screen. In search of a quick-fix, you stumble across endless listicles that advise you to use automotive wax, toothpaste, or even a glass buffer. Do any of these m…
Your iPhone can adapt to reduce eye strain and promote healthier sleep, but that’s not all it can do after the sun goes down. We’ll explain Dark and Night modes, Night Shift, and all the other features you need to know….
Apple’s AirPods and AirPods Pro offer a truly wireless earbud experience and sound great, to boot! But what do you do when things aren’t working like they’re supposed to? Here are some common issues you might encounter with …
Apple’s Photos app has a built-in “Hide” function, but it doesn’t prevent people who have access to your phone from snooping around. If you want to make sure your private photos and videos really stay private, we have some be…
The Apple HomePod smart speaker ($299, at this writing) brings Siri and Apple Music to your kitchen, living room, or wherever you want it. You can use the HomePod as a speaker, a smart-home hub, an assistant, and so much m…
Wireless headphones are already worth the money, and soon, they’ll be even better. Bluetooth LE Audio promises a new high-power, low-energy audio codec. You can expect longer battery life, the ability to stream to multiple se…
Did you know you can now swipe type on your iPhone or iPad keyboard? This feature is enabled by default, but if you haven’t tried it yet, give it a shot! You might be surprised how much easier (and faster) it allows you to ty…
Apple doesn’t allow you to completely hide apps on your iPhone or iPad like you can on Android. This is most likely for security reasons. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to make an app more difficult to find….
Mini-LED displays are just making it on to the market, and they’re affordably priced. This new technology offers more local dimming zones for deeper blacks and improved contrast. Let’s cut through the jargon….
Providing children with access to a computer and the internet is increasingly important, but so is protecting them. Setting boundaries and fostering a healthy relationship with technology can seem tough, but macOS has built-i…
To experience a movie in the way it was intended, you really should see it in a theater. However, if you want to replicate that authenticity at home on your sofa (with your own competitively-priced popcorn), you’ll soon be ab…
Creating your own iPhone ringtones isn’t as easy as it should be, but it’s still relatively straightforward. You can do it using the new Music app in macOS Catalina, which replaces iTunes.
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