Overall Findings Despite using the same light-emitting diode technology, an OLED has several advantages over a standard LED screen. While you can get an LED display that shows up to 4K resolution, every OLED starts at that pixel count. Picture quality is usually better since an OLED’s ability to control each pixel offers greater contrast in colors and light and dark parts of the image. Those advantages come with a typically higher cost, however, and an LED can still provide great results even without better technology....

OnePlus is a Chinese smartphone maker with a range of phones, from the cheap-but-good Nord up to the latest 8T, which we’ll look at today. So, what are the differences between the iPhone 12 and the new OnePlus 8T? “The only reason I’d consider switching to an iPhone is for the apps,” software programmer and longtime OnePlus user Vladimir Hadek told Lifewire in an interview. “The iOS App Store has more, and better, apps....

What Is a PCX File? A file with the PCX file extension is a Paintbrush bitmap image file that stands for “Picture Exchange.” Multi-page PCX files are saved with the .DCX file extension. This was one of the first bitmap image formats used in the Windows operating system, but newer formats like PNG have basically replaced it altogether. How to Open a PCX File The PCX file is the built-in format used by the MS-DOS program PC Paintbrush from ZSoft, but other software support the format, too, including GIMP, ImageMagick, IrfanView, Adobe Photoshop, PaintShop Pro, and XnView....

The Reset This PC tool keeps your personal files (if that’s what you want to do), removes any software you have installed, and then reinstalls Windows. When to Use Reset This PC (and When Not To!) Reset This PC is almost always a fix-it tool of last resort. Reset This PC is a really big hammer—great for really big nails but probably overkill for a thumbtack. In other words, Reset This PC tool is a fantastic choice when the blame looks to be Windows-related and all other troubleshooting has failed....

The Galaxy Tab S6 is remarkably slim, measuring only 0.22 inches in thickness, and weighs less than a pound, so it’s not too heavy to take with you on the go either. The interior bezel, which is roughly a quarter of an inch, uniformly bounds the perimeter of the screen, which is constructed of Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The back of the tablet is aluminum, which is ideal for durability and day-to-day use....

What Is an SFPACK File? A file with the SFPACK file extension is an SFPack compressed SoundFont (.SF2) file. It’s similar to other archive formats (like RAR, ZIP, and 7Z) but is used specifically for storing SF2 files. The audio files held in this kind of archive are sample clips that are often used in software applications and video games. How to Open an SFPACK File SFPACK files can be opened with Megota Software’s portable program SFPack through the Add Files button....

With me swapping my workouts to a home setting, I need a tool to help track my fitness activities. Cue the Skagen Falster 3 smartwatch—with fitness and sleep tracking, an easy interface, and a sleek silicone wrist band, it proved to be the ideal choice for my fitness needs. For over a week I’ve worn it nonstop, tracking its battery life, ease of use, and connectivity. Design and Comfort: Super fancy silicone The Skagen Falster 3 opts for a classic watch design with a 1....

It’s hard to find a more respected name in the guitar pedal game than Strymon. In a market where digital recreations of analog effects are often scorned, Strymon’s pedals are an exception. Its prices are high, but that rarely draws complaints in the guitar forums. And even when the company drifts into the distinctly esoteric, far from its core market, the result is excited interest rather than armchair lamentations about lost focus....

A recent leak points to a new Nintendo Switch that supports 1440p resolution and uses Nvidia’s DLSS 2.0 technology, which should help it render games at higher resolutions. But even if Nintendo continues with a new design touting these features, it’s unlikely it will cast aside current Switch owners by making new games exclusive to the Switch Pro. “Based on the huge success Nintendo’s achieved with the current Switch model, I’m expecting the Pro to continue the hybrid design, and focus on additional power first and foremost,” John Bedford, founder of Viva Flavor and a former editor from Eurogamer, told Lifewire via email....

Analyzing the privacy details that Android app developers are now forced to share, the study conducted by privacy experts at Incogni found several alarming trends, including the fact that over half (55.2%) of the analyzed apps share users’ data with third parties, and that free apps, on average, share seven times more data points than paid apps. “Google is one of the world’s largest purveyors of surveillance capitalism and have convinced millions of people to carry their devices on them at all times,” Dan Arel, a privacy advocate who runs ThinkPrivacy, told Lifewire via email....

With so many options available, this article guides you through the best password managers, including free password managers and related tools. Upgrade to the family plan and that support extends to five members of your household, with the main user able to manage what members can see and do, as well as recover any locked-out members. A Travel Mode allows you to remove sensitive data as you cross borders before reinstating it later, while you’ll also receive notifications for any compromised websites so you’re sure to be safe....

In the early 1990s, CD-ROM puzzle games such as Myst and Riven used the added storage capacity of this new storage medium by adding graphical elements that went beyond those of traditional games of the time. Much as the advent of the CD-ROM helped to further the puzzle game genre; virtual reality is reinvigorating puzzle games by immersing the player in the puzzle environment. When you feel like you’re present in the environment, the game is enhanced on many levels....

For iOS and Android users who already know about those well-known, must-have apps like Google Maps, Dropbox, Evernote, and the rest, the following list offers a refreshing pick of newer apps that can transform practically any compatible device. Here are some of the absolute best apps you’ll want to consider downloading and making good use of this year. Choose a GIF from the app’s extensive GIF library and then use your device to record your voice (or any sound of your choice) to be dubbed over the GIF....

Get files back that you thought were gone forever with any one of these freeware data recovery tools. Recover documents, videos, images, music/audio files, and more. It can recover files from hard drives, external drives (USB drives, etc.), BD/DVD/CD discs, and memory cards. This program can even undelete files from your iPod! Undeleting a file is as easy as deleting one! We highly recommend that you try Recuva first if you need to recover a file....

For another set of affordable options, take a look at our list of the best digital cameras for under $200. They don’t have all the same features as the cameras on this list, but there are plenty of high-quality options there as well. For all others, read on to see the best cameras under $250. The Canon PowerShot SX620 HS has an impressive 25x optical zoom with intelligent image stabilization and can handle low-light photos with its 20....

A lot of models give you unprecedented control over your radio, including RF gain, noise cancellation, and even signal strength. This allows you to fine-tune your radio for crystal clear transmissions. If you want customization options, some CB radios allow you to connect external speakers, wireless microphones, or headsets for hands-free use or better output volume. No matter if you’re an off-road enthusiast who wants peace of mind while hitting the trails or a truck driver delivering goods across the country, there is a radio model out there to suit....

Luckily, several phones cater to kids, giving parents a reliable and affordable option for their children. The best phones for kids should be durable but easy to use, especially for younger kids. We’ve reviewed the best phones for kids, considering the price, internet access, size, features, and battery life. Many of our picks encompass many features and functions based on your budget or how much autonomy you want to give the young ones in your life....

Some portable speakers feature built-in microphones and virtual assistant compatibility to give you hands-free controls to answer phone calls, skip music tracks, or launch apps. With so many portable speakers on the market, it can be difficult to decide which one best suits your needs. We’ve rounded up our top picks from brands like JBL, Bose, and Anker to help you choose what speaker is right for you. With JBL Connect+, you can link together over 100 JBL speakers to play the same songs and podcasts so you can have multi-room streaming for parties and family gatherings....

While iTunes and other podcast hosts can do a good job, they are generally hard to rank highly on. Instead, you need to have control of your promotion and search engine ranking. One of the best ways to do this is to have a page on your site to integrate your podcast on. If you operate a WordPress site, there are many solutions. Below is a selection of the best....

In this article, we’ll introduce the concept of normalization and take a brief look at the most common normal forms. What Is Normalization? Normalization is the process of efficiently organizing data in a database. There are two goals of the normalization process: eliminating redundant data (for example, storing the same data in more than one table) and ensuring data dependencies make sense (only storing related data in a table). Both of these are worthy goals, as they reduce the amount of space a database consumes and ensure that data is logically stored....