Quick Links If you’ve been gaming on the Xbox Series S, you might be wondering whether it’s time to upgrade to the Series X. Buying a new console is an investment, so we’re here to help you spend your money wisely. We’ll list all the reasons it might be time to upgrade to the Xbox Series X after all. What Features Do the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X Share?...
If you’re looking for fun and simple projects that you can do on your Raspberry Pi, these are perfect for you. Each should take under an hour to complete, and they all offer quite a bit of functionality for anyone wanting to learn more about their Pi. Sometimes it’s easy to think that Raspberry Pi projects can take hours, days, or even weeks to complete—there are a lot of complicated projects out there....
I love the idea that my computer is free from spyware, and who doesn’t? Who likes the idea of someone stealing their secrets? For me, the benefits of Qubes are indispensable and drastically outweigh its challenges. Qubes consists of virtual machines, aka AppVMs. It protects the root file system of these AppVMs from permanent changes. It resets system changes when I reboot the AppVM—peace of mind.What is a virtual machine? A virtual machine is a piece of software that simulates hardware environments; one can then install operating systems into it....
Have you heard people say that “all Linux is the same?” Are you unsure how two Linux distributions that share a software base can be different? Let me explain what’s going on, and why developers have made so many distros. There’s a popular notion that all Linux distributions are essentially the same, and that you can start with one distro andpotentially customize itenough to work and feel like a different distro....
Quick Links Summary Google Docs and Apple Pages are two powerful word processors that offer a range of features that can help you author documents. So which one is the best fit for you? First Impressions BothGoogle DocsandApple Pageshave neat, uncluttered interfaces that can be navigated easily. Pages, however, feels a bit more intuitive with less clutter and also happens to be a native app that fits right at home on a Mac desktop withother iWork apps....
Blink Outdoor 4 Make sure your house is secure with Blink’s Outdoor 4 cameras. Cover all corners of your home, and the Sync Module 2 will make it a cinch to keep an eye on everything. Right now, the Blink Outdoor 4 is on sale for a massive 55% discount, dropping the price to just$44.99 on Amazonfrom its original $99.99. This makes it the perfect time for anyone to upgrade their home security or set up a brand-new system....
Calibre 8.7 is officially here, bringing with it a whole host of improvements and fixes for your favorite eBook manager. This new version, codenamed “Eclipse,” keeps up with the regular updates we’ve come to expect, and it’s got some really cool features, especially if you like Kindle books. One of the biggest additions toCalibre 8.7is updated support for Kindle devices. If you’ve got a 2024 or newer Kindle that uses MTP (Media Transfer Protocol), you’ll now be able to generate those handy page number files (APNX) directly from Calibre....
DJI is now offering the Air S3, a next-gen drone with advanced camera capabilities. While DJI points to the Air 3S as a “perfect all-rounder for travel photography,” it appears to be an effective option for anyone seeking professional quality in the $1,000 price range. Designed for photography and videography, theDJI Air 3Sfeatures a dual-lens system with a 50MP 1-inch-CMOS 24mm wide camera and a 48MP 70mm medium telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom....
Summary Network switches are a great way to expand how many Ethernet ports are available on your router, or anywhere you have fewer ports than you need. There are plenty of choices, and you might think spending more means getting a better experience, but the truth is that cheap switches are (usually) all you need. The Job of a Switch Is Simple A network switch is just a basic traffic controller for your wired network....
Microsoft is adding a Compatibility Version system to Excel. This system should prevent new features and bugfixes from breaking old spreadsheets, though it may prove to be an annoyance for Office 2024 buyers. File compatibility is always a concern when dealing with old, regularly-updated applications like Excel. A spreadsheet that you created in Microsoft Office 2016, for example, might look like a jumbled mess when opened in the latest Excel release....
Available today, theFitbit Charge 6is an unexpected upgrade that adds several smartwatch-like features, including on-wrist Google Maps, YouTube Music controls, and Google Wallet functionality. It also makes several improvements to the health and fitness-tracking technologies that we enjoyed in the Fitbit Charge 5. You can order the Fitbit Charge 6 today for $160 at the Fitbit website. Previously, on-wrist Google Maps was exclusive to theFitbit Sense 2andVersa 4smartwatches. This is a fantastic addition to the Charge 6 — you may plan a route on your smartphone and view turn-by-turn directions from your fitness tracker....
Quick Links Podman Desktopis a free alternative toDocker Desktopthat’s another great option for local development use. It offers a similar feature set while remaining entirely open-source, letting you avoid the licensing implications ofusing Docker’s product. In this article, you’ll learn how to install and get started with Podman Desktop to run containers and deploy to Kubernetes. The experience will be familiar if you’ve previously used Docker Desktop but it should also be quick to pick up anew....
Summary Have you noticed that images and videos seem a bit broken on Google Messages? It’s not just you; others are experiencing similar issues. I’m talking about app slowdowns, images failing to load, blurry videos, and other complaints. Google is aware of these problems and is actively fixing them. Google Messages is a staple on most Android phones. It’s the go-to text messaging app and often the default choice installed on most phones....
