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However, due to multiple factors like testing and regulations, 5G can’t be rolled out instantly, so service isn’t available everywhere just yet. With that being said, frequent progress is being made for a speedy rollout. US 5G Rollout Verizon: Fixed and mobile 5G all over the US.AT&T: Mobile 5G in thousands of cities.T-Mobile/Sprint: Available in thousands of locations.UScellular: Works in parts of California, Iowa, Maine, and other states.C Spire: Fixed and mobile 5G in Mississippi....

Like the iPhone, Google’s new Pixels come in regular and Pro tiers and have huge, unmissable camera bumps around the back. In Google’s case, the bump is a bar that stretches across the width of the device. It looks cool and houses an impressive array of new lenses and sensors. But, also like the iPhone, it’s what’s inside that counts. Computational photography is taking over photography, but where is it going?...

Best Browsers for Streaming in HD Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer on Windows and Safari on Mac (Yosemite or later) are the only browsers that support 1080p resolution. Interestingly, Google Chrome does not qualify here, although it is by far the most popular browser. Chrome, Firefox, and Opera all stream at 720p. To display HD, you also need a strong internet connection. Netflix recommends 5.0 megabits-per-second for HD quality. If you’re viewing videos on a laptop, choosing between HD vs standard definition might not make much of a difference....

HP and Lenovo just announced new education laptops and tablets. Chromebooks have taken over schools, ousting iPads. Meanwhile, the cheapest Mac laptop costs a grand. Apple offers some education-specific services, as well as education discounts, but the strategy looks to be the same as it is for business: ‘Our products are so good, you can just buy them and use them for your school/business/university, just like a regular customer.’ So why are Chromebooks taking over?...

The invite-only iPhone app Clubhouse has continued its reign as the cool kid in town, inspiring veteran apps like Facebook and Twitter to launch their own audio-based chat rooms. Meanwhile, Facebook also plans to roll out a new tool for creating audio clips and listening to podcasts in the app. “Other platforms have to explore new trends to keep users,” Pamela Rutledge, director of the Media Psychology Research Center, told Lifewire in an email....

If your electronic devices or your neighbor’s network slow down your home network and internet connection, change the wireless channel on your router to communicate on a different frequency to avoid interference. How Wi-Fi Channels Work The 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi signal range comprises several smaller bands or channels, similar to television channels. In most countries, Wi-Fi network equipment provides a set of available channels from which to choose. For example, in the United States, any Wi-Fi channels 1 through 11 can be chosen when setting up a wireless LAN (WLAN)....

Spotify recently acquired the live audio app Locker Room, which is focused on sports. Locker Room will be rebranded with a different name and pivot to a broader focus on music, culture, and sports content. “Spotify users will be able to access new content formats in the platform they already know, love, and use every day,” Thibaud Clement, CEO of marketing software company Loomly, said in an email interview. “And then for those who still need a Clubhouse invite, this allows them to bypass that obstacle and experience the new avenue to explore the drop-in audio trend....

Clubhouse announced it would pay a select group of “creators” to help it build its audience. Dubbed Creator First, the program is aimed at assisting the content producers in monetizing their efforts. Experts say the move seems to be an effort to start a rival to traditional broadcasting companies and podcasts. “The new Creator First program is a great way to get some fresh voices to create live audio content on Clubhouse,” Scott Kirsner, CEO and co-founder of Innovation Leader, a network for business transformation, said in an email interview....

The new Echo Buds seem to have many of the same features as Apple’s AirPods Pro, including active noise cancellation, similar battery life, and water resistance. And they’re less than a hundred bucks. Better Value Than the AirPods Pro? I love my AirPods Pro, but their hefty price tag makes me wince every time I handle the fragile specks of plastic. And they’re non-replaceable battery means I’ll eventually have to replace the AirPods Pro entirely because the battery life will dwindle....

Google’s Stadia and Microsoft’s xCloud let you play games by “remote control.” The games actually run on powerful servers in the cloud, and stream the video footage. The local app is used as a portal to display the video, and to send your controller commands up to the cloud. But Apple has blocked game-streaming services like these from the App Store. These apps offer a suite of games inside a kind of app store, which is what Apple doesn’t like....

The 6-year-old MacBook was recently labeled “vintage” by Apple, but its distinctive, sharp design still trumps the latest trend towards square shapes. As an older product, the 12-inch MacBook may no longer be repairable, subject to parts availability. But while this laptop has its flaws, it’s still a fantastic machine. Micro Mac Apple officially discontinued the 12-inch MacBook in 2019, and some users celebrated its demise. Haters hated it for its shallow keyboard and sluggish processor....

“Recent data shows more Britons want to repair their smartphones instead of replacing them (47%), as opposed to getting a new one (45%),” writes non-profit tech-repair advocate The Restart Project on Twitter. “For laptops, a strong majority (58%) prefers to repair rather than replace.” Used Is Just as Good as New Your kids might not want a hand-me-down computer, but if you have a recent-vintage notebook to spare, then they should take that, because you know its history....

There are several ways to watch television in 2021, including channel apps like CBS All Access, streaming services like Netflix, and live streaming apps like Sling TV, but for those looking to cut their cords and still have some of the same live offerings as cable, live streaming apps like those offered by Hulu and YouTube are the way to go. Stephen Lovely, managing editor of Cordcutting.com, whose personal mission is to help folks cut the cord in a way that makes sense for their budget and lifestyle, says YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV have risen above the rest as the best live streaming apps....

Windows 7 Release Date Windows 7 was released to manufacturing on July 22, 2009. It was made available to the public on October 22, 2009. It’s preceded by Windows Vista, and succeeded by Windows 8. Windows 11 is the latest version of Windows, released in 2021. Windows 7 Support The Windows 7 end-of-life was on January 14, 2020. This was when Microsoft discontinued technical support and quit supplying Windows 7 users with software updates and security fixes through Windows Update....

Branding and its Goals Graphic designers who work in branding are tasked with promoting a company’s image through campaigns and visuals, from logo design and advertising to copywriting and slogan development. The overarching goal is to make a company uniquely recognizable, memorable, and positively viewed. Over time, a successful branding effort can make a company a household name and identifiable by a simple shape or color. To create a brand for a company, a designer must fully understand the goals of the organization and the motivations of its customers....

Play These Xbox 360 Games on Xbox One Of course, this list is subject to change. To see an up-to-the-minute list or to look for a game not yet listed here, check out Microsoft’s list of backward-compatible games; the company updates the list frequently. Eurogamer also maintains a current list, conveniently organized by date. A Kingdom for Keflings A World of Keflings Aegis Wing Age of Booty Alan Wake Alan Wake’s American Nightmare Alice: Madness Returns Alien Hominid HD Altered Beast Anomaly Warzone Earth Aqua ARKANOID Live!...

Use World Generator Seeds When you start a new game you are asked if you want to use a seed. Seeds in this context refer to having the game load specific worlds instead of letting it randomly generate one for you. This lets other people all start out in the same world. Even if everyone starts in the same world, it won’t be the same when everyone is finished. Some examples of seeds include (caps sensitive):...

The update will add the ability to pin two games instead of one on Quick Resume, an option to remap the Share button, and a new audio setup menu. Fixes are arriving in the form of a firmware update that aims to improve the performance of select Xbox controllers. Quick Resume is only for Xbox Series X|S consoles and allows you to pin two games you can choose between playing without losing any progress....

The best PC games offer something unique that keeps you coming back for more. Yakuza: Like a Dragon takes the standard Yakuza formula and stands it on its head, moving the fighting system from real-time to turn-based and making this entry to the series feel like a true JRPG. I played Yakuza: Like a Dragon on PC to find out if these changes make this game better or worse. Should you play the new Yakuza or skip it?...

How does it work? Once the changes are fully implemented — YouTube TV should roll out today; Hulu + Live TV over the next couple weeks — you’ll see them populate the Fire TV’s Live tab, Channel Guide, and On Now section. Of course, you’ll have to download their respective apps and sign in first. You can also go to the Fire TV’s integrated channel guide to see a complete programming guide, as well as set your favorite channels, which will then influence your preferred channels in the browse rows....