There are lots of Pixel tricks that you might not be aware of. Things that are just a button away from being used but aren’t an obvious feature unless you like to dig through your phone’s settings. Below are some of our favorite Google Pixel tips and tricks so that you can get the most out of your phone. Most of them work on every edition of the phone, so even you original Pixel owners should find this list very useful!...
Defining Privacy First, privacy may mean privacy from other people with access to your device. You might not want the fact that you searched for a gift for someone in your household to be discovered by someone that shares access to your computer. More concerning is the scenario where a person in an abusive relationship, for example, may not want someone else in the household to know they’ve searched for help....
Whether you want to read, watch movies, make video calls, or get some work done, we’ve found the best iPad stands out there for all kinds of uses. Check out our list below to find the best iPad stand for a hands-free experience. Our tester noted that it supports both landscape and portrait modes, and there’s a cutout along the bottom edge that lets you plug in and charge your device when the iPad is oriented vertically....
The OtterBox Defender Series combines multiple layers together to secure your phone. Although the Note 9 already has its own protection against water, the OtterBox Defender offers a sturdy inner shell and a soft, shock-absorbing outer shell. This helps protect all the glass that covers the front and back of the Galaxy Note 9. There’s also a belt clip holster, which covers the front of the phone when you’re not using it, and can also double as a kickstand when you want to view media....
If you plan to play a lot of mobile games, especially high-end modern titles with a lot of 3D graphics, you’ll need a phone with plenty of processing power. You’ll need enough storage space for your downloads and enough battery life to keep you going on the road. Any of the best smartphones, in general, should have no problem with all the above, though they often come at a hefty price....
Gamers want to look for a CPU with higher clock speeds that supports a lot of RAM, while content creators may want a multi-core processor with a lot of RAM and 4K video support, but they don’t necessarily need those blazing clock speeds. For those who want a PC for maximum productivity, a mid-tier processor should do the trick, as business professionals usually just need something powerful enough for multitasking....
The number of benchmark apps is staggering, so we compiled seven of the best ones in categories like the best all-in-one benchmark, best benchmark for gamers, best benchmark for virtual reality (VR), and more. After you install and launch Novabench, you can easily run the entire suite of benchmarks by clicking Start Tests. Novabench will automatically run through all of its benchmarks and then present you with an overall score, which you can compare on their website....
Gears of War 4 is an over-the-shoulder third person shooter filled with beautiful visuals and set pieces with the constant element of action. Players must work within a squad, fighting through hordes of invading aggressive aliens using weapons like chainsaws, explosive drills, and machine guns. Gears of War 4 features both an online and offline co-op multiplayer story mode too, so you and a friend can battle through the frenzy of aliens and save humanity once and for all....
When you pick one of the best books for Android app development, the possibilities for your future app are endless. Just make sure to read our guide to making money with app development if you’re looking to make a quick buck. With a focus on practical techniques and approaches, Android Programming doesn’t require any previous Android development experience. It does assume a reasonable level of pre-existing Java knowledge, however, so it can focus fully on the Android-specific elements....
While the width of each label is limited to one inch, this is more than enough for use around the kitchen, labeling toy bins, or office file folders. It’s fun and easy to use, so you might find yourself constantly on the lookout for more things to label! You’ve got a huge array of options to put on your labels, with 14 fonts, 600 symbols, and 99 frames to play with....
You could do this on your own, but a lot of components go into a well rounded lighting setup. If you buy it piece by piece, you’ve got to put the time into researching and selecting which individual components to buy, and it’s likely going to be fairly expensive. The time and cost saving alternative is to buy a light kit. Which kit you get will depend on what you intend to shoot: portraits, products, still life, macro images of insects, or even green screen video that allows you to get really creative and add different backgrounds when you’re editing the footage on your PC....
As you might expect, the Apple Pencil has the same basic form factor of a #2 pencil, minus the hard edges and the yellow color. In fact, the Pencil is about the same length as a brand new #2, which makes it one of the longest styluses on the market. Even the tip has the form factor of a sharpened pencil, and the only real thing the Pencil is lacking other than color is an eraser, a feature exhibited by much of its competition....
Whether your thing is fitness, home automation, or productivity; there’s an app for you. The following Galaxy Watch apps will transform your watch from just a digital timepiece into a functional tool you’ll find yourself using every day. With a Galaxy Watch, you can install the Map My Run app on your watch and leave your phone in the car while you head out on your run. To use the app on your phone for logging a run, you’ll need to turn on Location in your watch settings....
“Unquestionably the best home design software out there.” Best for DIY Home Enthusiasts: Home Designer Pro “The best thing for DIY home enthusiasts.” Best for Ease Of Use: Sweet Home 3D “You can create straight, round or sloping walls with precise dimensions, with just your mouse and keyboard.” Best Budget: Total 3D Home, Landscape & Deck Premium Suite “Upload your own sketches or choose from 14,000 samples to get your planning started....
“I think there is definitely a potential for the laws that the EU passed to have a ripple effect around the world, including here in the US. However, I don’t think that the US will pass aggressive laws soon,” Ben Michael, attorney at Michael and Associates, told Lifewire via email. “Though antitrust reform has had bipartisan support, there are still a handful of concerns that will prevent any major moves from happening,” added Michael....
The proposal moved by FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel comes in light of recent data breaches and seeks to overhaul the current rules given the increased frequency, sophistication, and scale of the data leaks. “The FCC’s new proposals are a step in the right direction,” Jack Chapman, VP of Threat Intelligence with security vendor Egress, told Lifewire over email. “[They’ll] strengthen protection for data subjects and improve transparency between carriers, consumers, and the regulator itself, which should help to support the rights of data subjects in the current threat landscape....
The numbering scheme for 802.11 comes from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), who uses “802” as the name of a committee for networking standards that includes Ethernet (IEEE 802.3). “11” refers to the wireless local area networks (WLANs) working group inside their 802 committee. IEEE 802.11 standards define specific rules for WLAN communication. The best known of these standards include 802.11g, 802.11n and 802.11ac. The First 802....
Without a well-rounded army of monsters, you won’t get far when fighting against computer-owned creatures or in those all-important multiplayer battles. To construct a formidable stable of beasts, you first need to understand each of the game’s elements and how they apply to monster creation. To build a legendary Monster Legends team, you want to become proficient at breeding monsters. After breeding is complete, select the TAKE EGG option to place your hybrid’s egg in the hatchery and start a countdown timer at the bottom of the screen....
But I was so wrong. The OnePlus 9 Pro, starting at $970, and its less-expensive sibling, the standard OnePlus 9, offer incredible speed, eye-pleasingly-good screens, and beautiful designs. The screens were the first thing to catch my eye. The colors are far more vivid than on the iPhone, and the screen seemed brighter, as well. Refreshingly Different Screens I didn’t think the 120 HZ refresh rate would make much of a difference because I don’t play many games, and watching videos on the phone seems ridiculous with such a small screen....
Many of us complain that our smartphones are super distracting, that we pick them up to, say, quickly change the song and then emerge 30 minutes later from a Twitter/Facebook/special-interest forum rabbit hole. And yet few of us do anything about it, and that’s partly because the alternatives have been so lame. But Nokia’s 5710 XpressAudio is lame in name only. It’s the candy bar phone for people who hate smartphones....
