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The new SmartThings smart home app is available to download now for Android users, and Samsung said that an iOS update is coming soon. The app has a redesigned home screen and a new, more organized menu for what Samsung calls a better user experience. “We’ve listened to our customers and have invested in our technology to enhance the user experience to make it simpler,” said Jaeyeon Jung, corporate vice president at Samsung Electronics, in the company’s app update announcement....

Beta feature? The feature only exists in Chrome Canary, the mobile beta version of Google Chrome that often has new features in development. Presumably, it’ll work much like a file download manager, relieving you of the need to keep track of downloads yourself. How to use: If you have Chrome Canary, you can enable it by launching the browser on your phone, then going to chrome://flags. From there, search for “enable download later,” tap Enable from the dropdown menu, then restart Canary....

The Sennheiser CX Sport in-ear earbuds are ready to head to the gym or provide a soundtrack to your favorite running loop. These wireless earbuds are tough enough to take sweat and splashes of water and combine a stay-put design with decent, though not mind-blowing, sound quality. I used these earbuds for a couple of workouts and general use paying special attention to fit and performance while active. Design: Sporty and mostly streamlined When you’re headed for a run or to the gym, you don’t necessarily want to grab a heavy or precious pair of earbuds....

SharePlay has finally launched in full across Apple’s Mac and iOS lineup, letting you share, via FaceTime, whatever’s in the app you’re currently using. For example, if you’re watching a show in the Apple TV app, you can call up a friend over FaceTime, then watch it together, in sync, using SharePlay. This works for all kinds of apps, including good old-fashioned screen sharing, and it’s ready to change how we interact....

Should I Update My Mac to Monterey? Whether you choose to update your Mac to Monterey or not can depend on many factors. For example, reasons to update immediately include: You have a current computer system: If you have a current version of the macOS and you’re using a new Mac with the M1 chip, then you are probably safe to go ahead and upgrade. In most cases, the latest systems (usually purchased within a few months before the update) are the safest and tend to experience the fewest number of issues....

This is the scenario that faces owners of the iPhone 4. Should you install iOS 7, which is the last of the operating systems that runs on the iPhone 4? To make an informed decision, evaluate the pros and cons of upgrading your phone. Reasons to Upgrade iPhone 4 to iOS 7 Here are some of the reasons in favor of upgrading to iOS 7: No more OS upgrades are compatible: IOS 7 is the last version of the iOS that runs on the iPhone 4, so you won’t be able to upgrade to iOS 8, 9, or beyond....

That’s why an alternative social networking model has appeared on the scene. These social networks let you earn money writing for friends. Unlike typical social media platforms, these services do pay you for creating content. Here’s what you need to know about them. A New Paradigm The sites offer a fresh, social take on a previous generation of “content farm” websites that allowed you to make money by blogging and writing articles focused on popular internet search keywords....

Researchers at MIT and Shanghai Jiao Tong University in China have developed a solar-powered desalination device that avoids salt buildup. It’s cheap enough to produce and can provide a family with continuous drinking water for only $4. “Unless it unleashes new water sources, the world will be missing 40 percent of the water it needs to strike a balance by 2030,” Antoine Walter, host of the Don’t Waste Water podcast, told Lifewire in an email interview....

Apple in 1OS 14.5 introduced App Tracking Transparency, which allows users to keep apps from sharing their information with third parties. Since the rollout, every app on the App Store has had to comply with these tracking policies and is not permitted to treat users differently, whether or not they’ve opted-in. However, some iOS users have reported that certain apps have broken those terms and are, in fact, attempting to force them to enable app tracking....

The streaming service just formally launched a major update to Canvas, a looping video feed functionality with similarities to TikTok, as announced in an official blog post. The update moves Canvas loops to a personalized feed that lives right on the app’s home screen. The intent appears to be to give Spotify users another way to discover new music, as the content of these video loops is produced by the artists themselves....

What Is the Steam Community? In addition to a storefront where you can buy games and a desktop app that allows you to download and organize your games, Steam also has many community features. When you sign up for Steam, you get access to game forums, guides, reviews, the Steam Workshop where you can check out mods and new game assets, and Steam Chat. How Does Steam Work? Steam has a desktop application that works on Windows, macOS, and Linux....

Tascam just announced it will start making cassettes again, for use in its iconic Portastudios. These were small recording and mixing desks for home musicians, recording up to four tracks onto a standard cassette. This led to some speculation that Tascam might also make a new line of cassette-based Portastudios. They would probably sell as well as any other niche music device, but getting the parts would be hard, or maybe even impossible....

Chromebooks are cheap, basic, almost disposable computers that offload much of their work to the cloud. The Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition, or Framebook as we shall name it, is the opposite of disposable junk. It might seem crazy to spend this much when you could get a similarly-performing Chromebook for much less, but in the end, it’ll probably save a lot of money and be a lot more fun to use....

This assortment of free online courses is grouped into three categories: Plan Your Business, Launch Your Business, and Manage Your Business. Courses cover beginner topics such as how to write a business plan and financing options, as well as more advanced subjects, including how to sell your business and recruit and retain employees. Find courses for yourself and your employees to help understand and grow the facets of creating a successful business....

Our best overall pick is StarCraft II. This game is a faster-paced, real-time strategy game for PC. StarCraft II has a style similar to a rock-paper-scissors approach to combat and races. When playing fast-paced games, it is important to have one of the best gaming PCs to match with all of the best real-time strategy PC games in your collection. It boasts a single-player mode of over 70 missions with three different campaigns, an expanse of multiplayer content and community made arcade modes....

If you’re new to Snapchat or want to get more out of the app, we gathered the top Snapchat tips to help you get comfortable with this fun, powerful social platform. If you know someone’s unique Snapchat username, it’s easy to search for it and add them to your friends list. Or, add someone in person by scanning their Snapchat code with your phone. Another cool feature on the Snap Map is the ability to view stories from around the world....

To make things easier for you, we’ve rounded up some of the best car stereo systems worth buying. These include single-DIN units like Sony DSX-GS80 (with functions such as customizable illumination), as well as double-DIN receivers such as Pioneer AVH-W4500NEX (having features like internet radio support). Read all about them, and take your pick! You also get support for SiriusXM satellite radio (tuner to be purchased separately) and Pandora internet radio....

Ensuring a PSU is efficient, can supply enough power, and is reliable is a balancing game PC builders have to play, while still factoring in how much budget they have. The best power supply for one user might not be appropriate for another. Fortunately, we’ve put together a list of PSUs that should help most PC builders find the right product. For those looking for a clean, photogenic build, the RM850x is fully modular and is compatible with Corsair’s sleeved cables....

In addition to the awesome trip planning feature, Gas Buddy also has a gas station and price finder, outage tracker, and a payment feature that may save you money. The app is completely free to download and use, but premium members get some extra perks like higher savings on fuel purchases and free roadside assistance, which could also come in handy on a long road trip. Download For: This app is great for quickly scanning the local gas prices because all you have to do is open the app and tap the gas icon....

The territory range should be the most significant factor in deciding whether to purchase a model or not. This component is essential because it will be what prepares you to slow down when in the presence of officers. Do not be surprised if you find a detector that discloses from up to 5 miles away! When it comes to design, try not to look too much into aesthetics and instead consider the weight and dimensions....