You’ve probably used emojis before, in text messages or in one of the social media apps. When you can’t quite seem to put your thoughts into words or just to brighten up someone’s mood. But Snapchat emojis are a different story. If you’re new to the app, you might find them rather confusing. They’re more multi-purpose than on other platforms and are used for more than just expressing your emotions in texts....
You may have noticed some buzz on social media and in technology circles about the Steam Deck being a so-called “Switch killer,” but is the Steam Deck comparable to the Nintendo Switch? How are they different? Why Are We Comparing the Steam Deck and Switch? It’s not hard to see why these two devices are in the same discussion. There are strong areas of overlap: Both devices have a similar physical layout....
Lots of online scam artists and identity thieves steal peoples photos and pass them off as themselves. So that good looking blonde woman you’re admiring on Tinder could actually be a big fat Russian guy in St Petersburg, hoping to get your bank account details. In this day and age, it pays to be safe, and there are a few online services to help you with it. Google Images Google is not the only mainstream search engine to offer reverse image search....
Google Chrome automatically installs both minor and major updates in the background on all devices. However, there are instances when Google Chrome malfunctions and the browser fails to auto-update. If you have reasons to believe the browser isn’t up-to-date, we’ll show you how to check what Chrome version you have. Use the “chrome://version” Shortcut Open Google Chrome on your Windows, macOS, or Linux computer and enter chrome://version in the address bar....
Why Your PlayStation 5 Lags or Freezes There are several reasons why your PS5 is having lag issues. Some are more common than others. We recommend you rule out the simple causes of lag before you move on to troubleshooting the more serious ones. Here are a few known issues that can cause lag, freezes, or a PS5 shutdown: Poor internet connection. PSVR connection issues. Software issues. Overloaded network. Interference between the router and the console....
Unfortunately, not all calendar apps offer the features you need for a truly productive live. Some lack task management. Others lack an intuitive interface. Still others make you waste more time entering events than you’d spend just writing them down on paper. Choosing the Best Free Calendar Apps The following are 10 of the best free calendar apps that you can download to your Android right now. These apps were chosen because they passed all the following tests....
There are many built-in parental controls and third-party software that allow you to limit access to different sections of your computer and the internet. Take the time to try out these methods below to have peace of mind next time your kid wants to play Neopets. 1. Use Parental Controls Your PC has built-in parental controls that allow you to: Limit the amount of time someone spends logged in....
The easiest way is to use your controller to go into the main menu and turn off the PS4 from there. But sometimes, you might not have your controller or it’s run out of battery. So, there’s also ways you can turn off the console without it, as well as set an auto shutdown if you forget to turn it off. Use Your Controller to Turn Off Your PS4 Make sure you’re on the PS4 home screen....
SAD is a type of depression linked to changing seasons. It has many names, such as “Winter Blues” or seasonal depression, and is linked to changing light levels that can affect brain chemistry. The idea behind a sunlight lamp is that it helps maintain sunlight exposure which can help keep your brain chemistry stable. How to Use a Daylight Lamp SAD lamps generally offer about 10,000 lux (equivalent to 10,000 lumens per square meter) of light and are used for between 30 minutes and an hour per day....
If you’re ready to make Firefox look or function better for you, here are several ways to customize Mozilla Firefox. 1. Use a Firefox Theme Like themes in Google Chrome, you can select a theme for Firefox to match your style or mood. To access the Themes section of your Firefox browser settings easily, select the three lines on the top right of the window to view the Application Menu....
Getting good quality instruction and having constructive practice are both crucial to becoming competent. The good news is that it’s never been easier to get access to quality guitar lessons and information online. Some of these resources are free and some will cost a few dollars, but it’s all available from the comfort of your own home. We’ve narrowed down the list to 5 sites and apps to learn to play the guitar and become a guitar god....
We’ll show you the various tricks people use to stalk you, including identifying your relationship status, where you live, your interests, who your family members are, and more. 1. Scouring Through Your Profile Details Not everyone has the best Facebook security set up. If you haven’t checked your Facebook settings or you’re even unsure what they are, you could definitely be at risk from stalkers. You’ll know immediately what someone’s Facebook settings are if you start browsing their profile....
Timers are everywhere, but if you’re looking for a distraction-free, quick timer for your tasks, you could use a free online timer. Thousands of these exist, all with fairly similar features, but with some surprises to help you track your time. If you’re looking for an online timer clock to use, here are a few options for you to try. Timerdoro The Pomodoro free online timer is a classic, designed as a way to clear through tasks in 25-minute cycles, with short breaks afterward....
If you only need to pick up your printout when you get home, printing over the Internet to your home computer is the way to go. This is possible from either your laptop or your cellphone. However, if you need a printout immediately, there are lots of kiosks and printing centers around the country where you can send your printout and pick it up immediately. In this article, you’ll learn about all the options available to print documents whenever you’re out of the house....
Investing in a cooling pad for a gaming laptop means prolonging its life and increasing the laptop’s efficiency. So what should you look for in a laptop cooler designed for gaming laptops? Although they can be very flashy with pretty cool RGB lights integrated into them, you should always look at the fan size, the number of fans, and the build integrity of the pad. A good cooling pad for most powerful laptops needs to offer good airflow and excellent ventilation....
There’s always the option of buying trading cards from a site like eBay. However, you’ll have to be careful there as it’s much more likely to end up with fakes. These sites we listed below are great places to buy your cards instead, so you know you’re buying from a reputable seller and will get some pristine cards. 1. Gamenerdz On this site, there are multiple different trading card games you can buy from, including Pokemon, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, Digimon, LOTR, Dragonball Z, and more....
A few decades back, you’d have to walk around with a pocket dictionary to help you with simple translations. However, if you lost your copy or forgot to pack it, you’d probably struggle talking to people who don’t speak your language, or find your way around. Today though, you can still read books on the language you’d like to learn, take online classes, watch YouTube videos, or even listen to audio CDs....
In this article, I’ll go through the various options and settings for the Windows 10 firewall and talk about how you can adjust them to suit your needs. Even though outbound connections are not blocked by default, you can configure your own firewall rules in Windows 10 to block outbound connections. This can be useful if you want to block a specific program from being able to communicate with the Internet, even if the program gets installed without your consent....
While you can quickly share the beautiful photos you took with your loved ones, you don’t want the whole world snooping in on the events in your life that only a select few should view. Fortunately, you can create photo albums online, upload your photos and share them with anyone on your contact list while keeping them private from random strangers. Whether you took photos at a family gathering, wedding, at church or a business function, we’ve listed the best ways to share photos privately with family or friends....
Firstly, it took quite a bit of time to figure out how to stream MP4 and video files to the Xbox 360 using Windows Media Player, but once I did, it was great because I could watch all my movies, TV shows, etc. on my TV without a problem. Then came some system update in April and now my Xbox 360 doesn’t see MP4 files anymore. It just says “No videos found’” whenever I go into a folder with MP4 files....
