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You Can Now Use Apple Music Classical on Android Phones

It wasn’t too long ago that we learned that Apple was launching a new version of Apple Music dedicated solely to classical music. Back then, though, it was an Apple exclusive. Now, the Cupertino-based giant is launching its n…

Arol Wright 4h ago

11 Apple Music Features You Should Be Using

Apple Music is more than a basic streaming service, so make sure you’re making the most of everything included with your subscription. Here are some of the features you may have missed.

Tim Brookes 1d ago

5 Google Maps Scams (And How to Avoid Them)

Billions of people use Google Maps to explore the world and get turn-by-turn navigation directions every month. But its popularity has made it a prime target for scammers.

Gaurav Shukla 3d ago

The Vivaldi Browser Is Coming to iPhone

Safari is a good browser, but if you’re using an iPhone, you’ve probably been tempted by the many choices that are present on the Apple App Store. Now, a new one is joining the list, as the Vivaldi browser is working on an i…

Arol Wright 5d ago

6 Best Virtual Machine Programs for Windows, macOS, and Linux

You can use virtual machines to run different operating systems within Windows, macOS, or Linux. There’s no need to reboot to switch OS, and some solutions even support 3D acceleration, which makes it possible to play games t…

Tim Brookes 5d ago

Mozilla Is Giving Thunderbird Mail a New Logo

It’s been often said that Thunderbird, despite having active support for years, has remained a little… Stagnant. The app still looks a lot like the email client that became popular in the 2000s, which isn’t a great thing. L…

Arol Wright May 24th

Plex’s Lifetime Pass is Cheaper Than Ever Today

Plex touts itself as a streaming app for everyone, and it’s easy to see why. Contrary to services like Netflix, Plex is completely free, with a subscription geared not towards unlocking more content, but giving you actual fe…

Arol Wright May 22nd

You Can Now Call a Number to Get an Uber Ride

Uber has probably become your “old reliable” for getting a drive from one place to the other. And while you can currently get one through the app, what happens if you don’t have mobile data? Luckily, Uber is getting a more ol…

Arol Wright May 17th

1Password’s Passkey Support Has Arrived

Many think of passkeys as the future of online authentication. Someone else knowing your password can be catastrophic to your online life, and while two-factor authentication helps, there are ways to secure yourself even furt…

Arol Wright May 17th

Google Maps vs. Apple Maps: Which App Is Best for You?

For about five years, Google Maps the undisputed king of mapping apps available on smartphones. Then Apple Maps came along and replaced Google Maps on the iPhone, putting Apple squarely in competition with Google. So which se…

Joe Fedewa May 16th

Notepad++ Just Got an Update

Notepad++ might be one of the best free text editors around, at least if you’re on a Windows PC. Following updates earlier this year focused on support for Windows 11 and large files, another upgrade for Notepad++ has arrived…

Corbin Davenport May 15th

Groupy 2 Turns Your Apps Into Tabs on Windows 10 & 11

Tabs in web browsers are great, but what if everything could be tabs? That’s possible with Groupy 2, now in beta testing for Windows 10 and 11.

Corbin Davenport May 12th

Waze is Coming to Even More Cars

If you want to get from point A to point B as quickly as possible, Waze might be the most helpful tool for you. Now, the app is getting even better, according to announcements from Google I/O 2023.

Arol Wright May 11th

Google Maps Immersive View Looks Like a Simulation Game

Today’s Google I/O event was mostly about AI features, but there were a few unrelated features revealed as well. For example, Google Maps is getting a new “Immersive View” that takes navigation to the next level….

Corbin Davenport May 10th

Uber Might Let You Book a Flight

Uber might be the app you go to whenever you want to get from point A to point B. Now, though, it’s been looking to expand a lot further. Uber is now testing out the ability to book flights right from the app….

Arol Wright May 10th

The Best Voice Recording Apps for Your Phone

Whether you just want to organize your thoughts or are looking to record an interview, lecture, or podcast, you need a good voice recording app. Here are some handpicked recommendations to get you started….

Gaurav Shukla May 10th

Mozilla Thunderbird Is Adding Paid Features and Services

Mozilla has been ramping up work on its Thunderbird email client over the past two years, with another major update planned for later this year. Mozilla has now confirmed that additional features and services are in the works…

Corbin Davenport May 9th

Apple’s Pro Video and Audio Editors Are Now on iPad

Apple and third-party developers have slowly ramped up the professional-level software on iPads over the past few years, but one piece of the puzzle was missing: Apple’s own Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. That’s finally changin…

Corbin Davenport May 9th

The Google Play Store Is Getting Even More Ads

No one likes ads, but sadly, they’re becoming more and more common each day. Now, Google Play will start showing more and more ads — even in the places where you least expect them.

Arol Wright May 8th

What Is WhatsApp Plus, and Should You Use It?

WhatsApp Plus is an unofficial Android app based on WhatsApp, the famous and frequently used mobile messaging app. However, WhatsApp Plus is not made by the same company. It’s a modified version of WhatsApp, and we recommend …

Reyadh Rahaman May 8th

Amazon’s Online Store Is Adding a TikTok-Like Video Feed

TikTok is the biggest social media phenomenon in the 2020s so far, and everyone is seeking to imitate its winning formula. The latest to do so is Amazon, out of all websites.

Arol Wright May 8th

How to Use the Notion App to Boost Productivity

There are a lot of apps to help you stay organized out there. If you have a lot going on in your life (work, school, personal projects, etc.), it can definitely benefit you to use such applications—and Notion is one of the …

Reyadh Rahaman May 6th

Gmail is Getting More Ads

No one likes websites and services filled with ads, but Gmail’s advertising has been relatively unintrusive over the years. Recently, though, that’s changing for some people.

Arol Wright May 5th

Gmail Is Adding Blue Checkmarks to Verify Senders

Blue checkmarks used to be a sign of legitimacy, ensuring someone truly is who they say they are. While they have lost their meaning on Twitter, they’re now appearing in Gmail as a method to fight spam and phishing….

Arol Wright May 4th

WordTsar Is Reviving the ’80s WordStar Writing Experience

WordStar was one of the earliest popular word processing applications, and it was wildly popular until WordPefect and Microsoft Word took hold. A new project is now aiming to bring back the old WordStar experience with modern…

Corbin Davenport May 1st

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