The web version of Microsoft Excel has always lagged behind the desktop versions in features, but these days, it’s good enough for most spreadsheet work. Microsoft has been slowly filling in the remaining gaps, and today the company announced several improvements to formulas in web Excel. First, Excel on the web has a new Insert Function dialog, which can be found from the “Insert Function” button on the Formulas tab or by clicking the fx button on the formula bar....

Quick Links Different operating systems offer different email client software, and you may also access most of these through your web browser. Let’s look through some of the features in the January 2024 update of the Microsoft Outlook app. Windows Mail vs. Microsoft Outlook At the start of 2024, Windows announced that new Windows 11 devices will come with the new Outlook for Windows as the default, pre-installed email client, without requiring a fee for its use....

Razer just revealed the BlackWidow V4 Tenkeyless Hyperspeed keyboard, with a compact design, two wireless modes, and a customizable PCB. It looks like a great option for gaming and productivity alike, and you can order yours starting today. The keyboard comes with Razer’s Gen 3 Orange Tactile Mechanical Switches. One of its key features is the hot-swappable printed circuit board (PCB), which works with both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. This lets you change the keyboard’s feel and sound to match your own preferences....

Razer has introduced two new products, the Razer Basilisk Mobile gaming mouse and the Razer Joro gaming keyboard, to its lineup. These two accessories are great for gaming wirelessly. TheRazer Basilisk Mobileis made light but also really precise. It weighs only 76 grams, which is on the lower end of mouse weight and is pretty small too. That makes this mouse much easier to fit into a pocket or laptop bag....

Samsung’s flash drives don’t get as much attention as the company’s solid state drives or other flash memory products, but they can still be a great option for backing up and moving files. You can now get them in higher capacities, with more options on the way. The Samsung Bar Plus and Samsung Fit Plus USB flash drives are now available in 512GB capacities, after previously being available in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB sizes....

The new M4 MacBook Air might be a great upgrade in performance and pricing, but unfortunately, it’s still far from easy to repair. iFixit has released its teardown results for the latest MacBook, calling it “a mix of good intentions and frustrating limitations that continues to fall short of what consumers deserve in a premium laptop.” Applereleased an updated MacBook Airearlier this month, with a nearly identical design as the previous generation, but with some under-the-hood improvements and a lower starting price of $999....

Summary Cable TV is always increasing in price, and streaming services are becoming more expensive, butover-the-air (OTA) televisionin the United States is still free once you have the required equipment. There are many set-top boxes and DVRs that can better assist in watching those free channels, and one of the latest options is theTablo (4th Generation) DVR. Tablo 4th Gen Watch and record live TV, subscription-free. Just one Tablo delivers antenna TV and free streaming channels to every screen in your home....

Summary Did you know that palm veins were unique enough to use as a security measure on a smart lock? I didn’t, but TCL did, and I’m happy they figured it out. TheTCL D1 Pro smart lock’sheadlining feature is using your palm to unlock it, which is fascinating—and I liked it a lot more than I expected to. TCL D1 Pro Palm Vein Smart Lock The TCL D1 Pro Palm Vein Smart Lock takes a traditional smart lock and adds a unique feature....

Quick Links Mac desktop widgets transform your workspace into a command center for productivity and information. Whether you’re managing devices or staying on top of your schedule, these widgets make essential information instantly accessible. 1Best for Apple Users: Batteries Apple’s built-in Batteries widget is essential for anyone juggling multiple Apple devices. At a glance, you may monitor the power levels of your entire Apple ecosystem, from your Mac and AirPods to your keyboard and mouse....

It’s been almost a year since LastPass, one of the most widely usedpassword managersout there, suffereda catastrophic security breachthat all but eroded confidence in the service — and the company’s prestige with the tech community at large. While it was looking like the worst has already happened, it now appears the consequences are more far-reaching than we initially thought, thanks to a series of thefts that are pointing to the breach as the likely culprit....

Password managers are a vital part of keeping yourself safe online, and you’ll be happy to know that you don’t need to spend a penny to make use of them. NordPass What Makes For the Best Free Password Manager? Password managers, for most people, are the best and only way to keep your passwords straight, especially if you’re usingstrong, random passwords—and you should be. However,your browser password managerisn’t very good, and most standalone options cost money....

With smart home ecosystems now reaching complex levels, having a command center with a visual interface makes managing everything from lights to security cameras all the easier. In addition, you can opt for advanced features and entertainment options for a more versatile home hub. Apple iPad (9th Generation) What to Consider Before Buying a Smart Home Display in 2024 Smart displays make managing your devices more intuitive thanks to their visual interfaces....

At theMade by Googleevent, Google’s company vice president of product management, Rose Yao, took the stage to give us a sneak peek at the upcoming Pixel Tablet. We say “sneak peek” because, unlike thePixel 7 smartphoneandPixel Watch, the Pixel Tablet launches sometime in 2023. Yao states that the foundation of the Pixel Tablet is Android. The device utilizesMaterial Youto customize its color scheme to match your wallpaper and lock screen. She also notes that Google worked hard with developers to ensure that Pixel Tablet could take advantage of large-screen features like split-screen and stylus support....