Granted, portable game systems have seen their thunder stolen by modern smartphones and tablets of late, but at least in the case of Nintendo, they’ve also adapted. Ultimately, there are more options than ever for gaming on the go, with the best smartphones able to tap into incredible libraries of mobile games and tablets doing much the same with larger screens. If you’re looking for the best handheld game systems, read on....
Here are 10 of the best iOS productivity apps that can help you reclaim your day so you have more time to relax or maybe even add more items to your to-do list to work on. If you open another app before the timer’s finished counting down, your tree dies and its carcass materializes in your digital garden, creating a negative association with the effects of procrastination. If you manage to stay away from other apps for the set time, you’ll receive a notification and be immediately rewarded with a new, healthy, tree....
In addition to photos and videos, you can also store audio and other files, such as PDFs, in the vault app. You can even set up a decoy password that sends users to decoy data to fool anyone who might be watching. Finally, you can also lock folders with a separate password for extra protection. The premium version has a three-day trial and includes break-in alerts, cloud backup, and takes away ads....
The best wireless routers deliver top-notch range and speed for households of all sizes—and all the devices and users in them. Whether you’re in a small condo or a sprawling villa, you’ll find one of the best wireless routers that will meet your needs, thanks to advanced technologies like beamforming antennas, quality-of-service, and Wi-Fi 6 support to ensure every one of your devices gets its fair share of your broadband connection....
It’s true that most commercial applications offer time-limited free trials or abbreviated learning editions for students and hobbyists. If you’re planning to work in the computer graphics industry one day, these are well worth exploring even if you can’t afford a full license, because your skills in the commercial packages are what will ultimately land you a job. However, plenty of free 3D software suites are out there for hobbyists, independent filmmakers who don’t have the budget for expensive software, and budget-conscious freelance professionals who have found all the tools and power they need in cost-free solutions like Blender or SketchUp....
Anti-spam tools that run on your Mac can be useful, but if you have the chance, use the anti-spam features offered by your email provider. Not only does server-based filtering prove less taxing to your computer’s resources, but the anti-spam settings persist when you check your email on a different computer or mobile device. SpamSieve features include: Offers customizable safelist and blocklist Works with IMAP, Exchange, and POP mail accounts Color coding indicates how spammy each message is Runs on your Mac and keeps spam off your iPhone and iPad Integrates with macOS Contacts app Notifies you only when you receive non-spam emails...
Not all USB printers are compatible with Macs. Check the documentation to confirm your printer is compatible. If it is, it also connects to the Mac automatically, although the setup requires a couple of extra steps. Add an AirPrint-Compatible Printer to a Mac No setup is required if an AirPrint-compatible printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Mac. To find out if your printer is connected to your Mac through AirPrint, turn on the printer, open a document on the Mac, and choose File > Print from the menu bar....
Elements of Graphic Design In addition to the obvious ones such as images and type, graphic design elements include lines, shapes, texture, value, size, and color. Graphic designers for print and web pages use some or all of these elements to generate effective designs. The goal is usually to attract the viewers’ attention and, sometimes, to motivate them to take a specific action. Lines in Graphic Design Lines are the most basic of the design elements....
The GoCycle G4i, the latest from the veteran folding electric bike maker, has a lot to prove. Compact and light (for an electric bike, at least), it works hard to resist being pigeonholed into the folding bike category. Yes, it folds. But after taking it for a spin around my neighborhood, I find myself asking an unexpected question: why don’t all electric bikes fold? The Future Is Now The GoCycle G4 is the most futuristic, forward-looking, future proof bike I’ve ever straddled....
I’m terrible with replacing my stuff before it either stops functioning or disintegrates entirely. It’s just how I’ve always been. The more essential an item, the more likely I am to avoid replacing it with something that isn’t falling apart. Both of my work-essential devices, my iPhone and MacBook, were seven and eight years old, respectively. They got things done, but I needed to get newer hardware to open up more opportunities....
Features and Functions New in Windows 7 Here is a list of features and functions that Microsoft introduced in Windows 7: Action Center: Users can see the alerts Windows 7 shows, which is a handy way to control annoying UAC messages from the desktop while not having to disable the feature. Aero Shake: When you use Aero Shake to click and shake one open window, all the other windows on the desktop minimize....
With its oversized tires and powerful motor, the RadRover 6 Plus is not your average bicycle. It doesn’t pretend to be a regular bike with an electric boost. But the 6 Plus is perfect for escaping the undead in almost any condition. The 6 Plus isn’t for lycra-clad triathletes who obsess about every ounce of their bikes. This cycle is meant for tackling the mean streets, going places, and getting things done....
Some only post occasionally, while others basically use the app to document their entire lives — never going more than a couple of days without posting and often posting multiple times a day. Here are 10 celebrities who seem like they’re probably using the app all day, every day. Here profile picture never changes from the iconic stick figure drawing, but she loves flaunting her makeup brand and fashion photoshoots all over her feed....
If you’re shopping around for a lightweight messenger bag that’ll keep your laptop safe and sound, Thule’s Stravan Deluxe Laptop Bag might be for you. There are a ton of options out there on the internet for similar bags, but there’s a good reason this one is consistently well-reviewed. It’s sturdy and well made, sleek and simple. While not a large as other bags we’ve tested, it’s still a decent option if you’ve got a thin laptop or MacBook and don’t need a huge bag to carry around a lot of extra stuff....
Micron Technology recently began shipping what it claims is the world’s first SSD based on the 176-layer QLC (quad-level cell) NAND technology, which enables it to offer performance improvements while reducing the physical dimensions of the drive. If priced right, experts believe the drive can become the de-facto storage device on portables and ultralight laptops. “In some cases, it may hasten the demise of the HDD on the consumer level for storage at least for laptops,” Michael Larabel, founder and principal author of computer hardware website, Phoronix, told Lifewire over email....
Tethering apps are helpful if you don’t want to pay for a tethering plan from your carrier or if your phone doesn’t support tethering out of the box. This Android tethering app is also said to be the fastest tethering option for Android, and it doesn’t require you to root your phone. However, only the full version works without interruptions; the free app disconnects you occasionally. See step-by-step instructions for using PdaNet+ if you need help....
Originally launched last June, voice tweets initially were available only to a small number of users on the platform during testing. In a blog post announcing the new audio feature at that time, staff product designer Maya Patterson and senior software engineer Remy Bourgoin wrote, “There’s a lot that can be left unsaid or uninterpreted using text, so we hope voice Tweeting will create a more human experience for listeners and storytellers alike....
Twitter Support announced the new login abilities through a tweet on Monday. Right now, you can use your Google account to log in to both the Twitter app and website. Unfortunately, you can only use your Apple ID to log in to the app for now, but Twitter said you’ll soon be able to use your Apple ID on the web, as well. Twitter Support noted that if you’re logging back into an already existing account, you can use these new login options so long as your account has the same email address as your Google ID or Apple ID....
Twitter is—finally—working on an edit button for tweets. In a thread on—where else?—the company announced that it would be allowing users to fix up mistakes after publishing. Currently, the only way to correct a tweet is to delete it and then publish a new one, which removes context and separates it from replies to the original. So being able to edit a tweet in place sounds like a great idea—as long as it’s done well....
The company will prohibit users from posting photos or videos of people without their permission, the company said recently. Twitter said that tweeting such images can violate someone’s privacy and potentially lead to harm against them. But implementing this policy will be a massive challenge. “I really don’t think this new policy will be workable, considering the huge number of images being posted on Twitter each day,” Chris Hauk, a consumer privacy advocate at the website Pixel Privacy, told Lifewire in an email interview....
