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| April 12, 2022 |
| Did You Know?
The invention of the fire hydrant is typically credited to Frederick Graff Sr. in 1801 but, ironically, can’t be officially verified because the patent records for the first fire hydrant were destroyed in a fire at the U.S. Patent Office in 1836. |
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| Stop Using Notepad |
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We’ll be honest: We love Notepad in Windows for taking occasional notes or light text file editing. But if you’re using it for anything else, it might be time to seek better alternatives. Here’s why—and what you should use instead. Read More »
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| How to Disable Location Tracking on Android |
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Your Android phone has a lot of sensors doing a bunch of different things. If you’re concerned about privacy, location tracking is one you may be concerned about. Thankfully, Android makes it easy to disable GPS and other location services with one tap. Read More »
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| Warning: Did You Install the Play Store on Windows 11? Read This Now |
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In March 2022, we published instructions for installing the Google Play store on Windows 11. The method involved an open-source project from GitHub. Unfortunately, it contained malware. Here’s how to fix it. Read More »
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| How to Insert Emoji in Outlook Emails |
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If you want to spice up your emails a bit, make use of various emoji that Microsoft Outlook has to offer. You can add these emoji to your messages on the web, desktop, and mobile. We’ll show you how. Read More »
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| The Best Bluetooth Speakers of 2022 |
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Finding the perfect Bluetooth speaker can be overwhelming due to the staggering amount of options on the market. Cut the laborious part out of your shopping experience and let our top picks guide you through the process. Read More »
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| The Best Drones of 2022 |
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Drones are both easy and fun to fly. They offer a new way to make content and explore the world. The only real problem is finding the right one to buy. Thankfully, we’re here to help! Read More »
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| What’s New in Ubuntu 22.04 ‘Jammy Jellyfish’ |
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Ubuntu 22.04 LTS “Jammy Jellyfish” will be released on April 21, 2022. This latest release of the ever-popular Ubuntu Linux distribution will havelong-term support until 2027. Is the Jammy Jellyfish worth the upgrade? Let’s find out. Read More »
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| Can Cleaning a Phone’s Display Ruin the Oleophobic Coating? |
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Did you know there’s a special “oleophobic coating” on your phone’s screen to help keep fingerprints and smudges away? It’s more important than you might think. Can obsessively cleaning the display remove the coating? Let’s talk about that. Read More »
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| How to See All Open Windows at Once on a Chromebook |
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If you find yourself knee-deep in open apps and windows on your Chromebook, you may want some help to find what you need. Chrome OS has a similar feature to “Task View” on Windows 10 and 11. Chrome OS calls it “Overview.” Let’s use it. Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY How Often Does Your Dog Need a Bath? |
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If you’re a new dog owner, you likely have no idea how often you should bathe your new BFF. After all, she can’t tell you when she could use a good scrub-down (and she probably wouldn’t even if she could). We’ll help you figure out how often you should wash your doggo, and which shampoos will keep her smelling fresh. Read More »
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| REVIEW GEEK NZXT Function TKL Keyboard Review: A Pricey Beginner Board |
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What do you look for in a mechanical gaming keyboard? Media buttons, hot-swap capabilities, RGB lighting, and keycap finish options? You’ll find it all in NZXT’s Function Tenkeyless (TKL) Keyboard—but at this price, it leaves seasoned veterans wanting more. Read More »
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| REVIEW GEEK Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: Everything We Know So Far |
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While Samsung’s foldables are hard to recommend, they’re a clear blueprint for the future. But how soon will that future come? Judging by early leaks and rumors, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could be the first foldable that’s truly worth buying—well, maybe. Read More »
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| How to Update Google Play Services |
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Updating the Google Play Services app on your Android phone or tablet can fix bugs and bring new features. The app usually automatically updates, but you can also trigger a manual update. Here’s how. Read More »
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| How to Screen Record on iPhone 12 |
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To save what’s happening on your iPhone’s screen, you might reach for a screenshot. But when capturing a sequence of events is important, a screen recording video is your best option. Luckily, it’s easy to record the screen on your iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, or 12 Pro Max. Here’s how. Read More »
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| What Is GPIO, and What Can You Use It For? |
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If you own a Raspberry Pi or other similar hobbyist computer, you may have noticed it has a GPIO (General-Purpose Input-Output) feature. Most users will never use GPIO, but if you want to build things, GPIO is essential. Read More »
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| How to Scan a Document on Windows 10 or Windows 11 |
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Smartphones have replaced scanners for a lot of common tasks. But if you need to get digital copies of old photos, slides, or negatives, or a high-quality scan of paper, phones still can’t beat specialized equipment. Read More »
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