Overall Findings An HTML email contains images, colors, and other text formatting. A plain text email contains only text without any formatting. The important difference is the lack of formatting and rendering in the text. Some email services like Gmail appear to be plain text but are HTML emails. These services use basic HTML formatting to make the emails easier to read (some call these hybrid emails). Email Rendering: HTML Is Prettier, but Rendering Can Vary When you create a plain text email, you open the Compose window and start typing....

Why You Can’t Normally Use iMessage on Android You usually can’t use iMessage on Android because Apple uses a special end-to-end encryption system in iMessage that secures the messages from the device they’re sent on, through Apple’s servers, to the device receiving them. Because the messages are encrypted, the iMessage network is only usable by devices that know how to decrypt the messages. Apple keeps iMessage and all its cool effects and features, including iMessage apps, exclusive to devices running iOS and macOS as a way to drive people to buy its products....

That said, the Shuffle is a great iPod for its intended uses. Read on to learn about the iPod Shuffle, from its history to buying tips, from how to use it to and troubleshooting tips, and beyond. The End of the iPod Shuffle After 12 years on the market, Apple discontinued the iPod Shuffle in July 2017. With the increasing focus on the iPhone and its superior capabilities, it was only a matter of time before the Shuffle met its end (all other iPods except the iPod touch have also been discontinued)....

Enter LG Channels To make the WebOS platform even more efficient, LG has partnered with Xumo to include an additional streaming app feature called LG Channels (formerly LG Channel Plus). Although the Xumo App is an option for some other brands, LG includes it as part of the WebOS core experience for select FHD and UHD 2012-2018 LG LED/LCD or OLED smart TV models running or updated to WebOS 4.0 as well as select 2019 models running WebOS 4....

Researchers have created a soft and stretchable device that converts movement into electricity and can work in wet environments. The invention holds promise for powering wearable devices, charging them spontaneously with no need for an external power source. It’s part of a growing effort to find new ways to power personal electronics. “The predominant batteries for personal electronics are lithium-ion batteries, which have been the best rechargeable batteries for about thirty years,” Bingqing Wei, the director of the Center for Fuel Cells and Batteries at the University of Delaware, told Lifewire in an email interview....

The AR company Magic Leap recently announced that it’s gotten a cash infusion and will release an improved headset, breathing new life into a company that some thought was lagging. The new headset, the Magic Leap 2, is intended for businesses, but experts say the company’s revival is a sign that AR could take off for users. “While the hardware has advanced, the applications of AR have been lackluster, and few consumers even want the product except for a handful of gamers and tech aficionados,” Quynh Mai, CEO of AR and virtual reality (VR) company Moving Image and Content, told Lifewire in an email interview....

All new iPhone 12s have a magnetic loop on the back, which has two purposes so far. One is to stick accessories onto the iPhone. The other is to perfectly align a contact charging pad so it can charge at twice the speed of regular Qi charging pads. Apple has already announced a stick-on wallet (which is apparently prone to falling off), a charger, and phone cases that stick on the back....

Software developers love web apps, because they can write one application, and it can run on any computer. That’s because they essentially run inside a custom web-browser. Users, on the other hand, hate them, because they never look or feel right, they are often slow, and they are bloated by design. Mac users especially prefer apps designed to use all the built-in features of the computer. “I think OS-native benefits are less important on Windows,” software developer and tech CTO Martin Algesten told Lifewire via Twitter....

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is the third generation of Microsoft’s flagship laptop line, as the name would suggest, and it represents an overall improvement over the earlier generation in just about every category. The most obvious change here is the option to ditch the Alcantara fabric, although my test unit stuck with the old signature Surface look. You also have a number of classy color options, two screen sizes, and a handful of speedy processors to choose from....

Smartwatches excel by doing a little bit of everything, an apt description of the Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 GPS. This smartwatch delivers fitness tracking, contactless payment, and more. Plus, The signature dual display layers an efficient light-reflective screen over a vibrant AMOLED is a marquee feature worth gawking over. It’s also practical for stretching battery life to the maximum 72-hour potential—and even longer in Essential Mode. This Wear OS device is friendly to both iPhone and Android users, though it’s decidedly still more beneficial to the latter....

It’s easy to get the two devices mixed up if your internet service provider (ISP) rents both to you as part of an internet package. Knowing the difference between a modem and a router and how each work can help you be a better consumer. You’ll save money by purchasing equipment, rather than paying a monthly fee to an ISP. Modem Pros and Cons A modem connects the source of your internet from your ISP and your home network, whether you use a cable provider such as Comcast, fiber optics from FIOS, satellite such as Direct TV, or a DSL or dial-up phone connection....

The Moto G Power (2021) is a budget-range phone that turns in decent performance, sports a pretty good-sized screen, and has enough battery power to go three days without a charge. It rounds out the 2021 Moto G lineup, which also includes the cheaper and less powerful Moto G Play and the larger, more powerful Moto G Stylus. While the Moto G Power (2021) looks decent enough on paper when you just weigh specifications against cost, it’s in a bit of a weird spot if you look at its pedigree....

Most Wi-Fi extenders are reasonably affordable devices that are pretty easy, straightforward ways to improve your existing home Wi-Fi situation. Netgear’s Nighthawk AX8 (EAX80) Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Extender takes on a different kind of philosophy. That’s reflected in the boosted price, certainly, but also the capabilities: this is the first Wi-Fi 6 extender on the market. Wi-Fi 6 is a new standard that not only allows for faster maximum speeds than previous generations but also better accommodates the increasing pile of wireless devices that we have around our homes and connecting at any given time—from phones to laptops and smart home gadgets....

A Japanese start-up company called H2L Technologies is working on creating real-life experiences that involve discomfort for the metaverse. The company’s electric wristband allows users to move around in the virtual world and feel sensations like pain and the weight of objects. It’s part of a growing effort to bring real feelings into virtual experiences. “Providing physical input and haptics allows us to create the most immersive experience possible while using today’s technology,” Christopher Crescitelli, the creative director at FreshWata, a company that creates immersive VR experiences, told Lifewire in an email interview....

The difference between PANs and ​other network types like local area networks, wireless local area networks, wide area networks, and metropolitan area networks is that they transmit information between devices that are nearby instead of sending that same data through a LAN or WAN before it reaches something that’s already within reach. You can use these networks to transfer files, including email, calendar appointments, photos, and music. If you do the transfers wirelessly – for example, using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth – it’s technically called a WPAN, which is a wireless personal area network....

Petcube has developed some fun products just for pets, but the Petcube Cam was designed for people—or for their wallets, anyway. The Cam is affordable and discreet enough to be a home security camera. It may lack the interactive features that people associate with pet cams, but there are some perks to being part of the Petcube ecosystem. I tested it for a few weeks with the help of two fluffy companions....

Overall Findings Compared to the differences between OLED and LCD, and plasma and LCD, plasma and OLED are more similar. In other words, OLED and plasma are more like each other than are either with LCD. The practical result is that most people could view either and not notice much of a difference beyond the price tag. Plasma screens have some slight advantages over OLEDs, particularly in terms of longevity. Their colors are less likely to fade over time....

What Is a PTX File? Your PTX file might be a Pro Tools session file that’s used to reference audio files. Earlier versions of the software (v7–9) use PTF files for the same purpose, while v6 and earlier append PTS to the end of the file name. If the file isn’t in that format, it might instead be an E-Transcript file. These files are often used to store courtroom hearing transcripts, and can be in either this format or in a self-contained EXE file....

An ultrabook is typically a thing of compromises, and if you want a laptop that’s thin and light, power is often sacrificed. However, the Razer Book 13 challenges that stereotype and offers a sleek and attractive alternative to other high-end ultra-portables. I tested it for 40 hours to find if it can live up both to its stunning ultrabook looks and Razer’s prowess in building high-powered gaming laptops. Design: Beauty in minimalism Razer is known for their flashy gaming-focused laptops, mice, and keyboards that are clearly marketed towards gamers, but they have always also employed a certain degree of restraint over some more exuberant gaming products....

Design: Breathtaking aesthetic that’s perfect for a desk At first glance, the Razer Nommo Pro speakers are stunning. The bodies are made of a beautiful brushed-metal matte black exterior. The subwoofer is a trash can with a huge shiny Razer logo, and the desktop speakers are these round tubes that surround the drivers. They’re a far cry from the typical brick design of more conventional speakers and subwoofers. While the desk speakers are pretty light, I definitely wouldn’t put the subwoofer on a table....