Quick Links Summary To tune your guitar, search Google for “google guitar tuner”. In the applet that appears, tap or click the microphone icon to grant mic permissions, then play each guitar string you want to tune, adjusting it until Google shows you’ve achieved the correct note. Need to tune your guitar? Tuner apps can be expensive, and forgetting your physical tuner at home is the last thing you need when you’re about to start a gig....

Quick Links Summary Get a USB hub so you can connect a keyboard and mouse and any extra storage you need. While mobile apps are getting better for computer-style use, you should also confirm the apps you need work well enough in desktop mode. Practically everyone has a smartphone, but not everyone has a traditional personal computer. Many folks find they don’t need one, but what if even people who did need a PC could just use their smartphone or tablet as a replacement?...

Quick Links If you have multiple people using your Windows 11 PC, you can enable disk quotas so your users don’t end up using more than the allowed storage space. You can set a system-wide quota or a user-specific quota, as I’ll explain. What Is Disk Quotas on Windows 11? Disk quotas are a built-in Windows 11 feature that lets you specify the storage space user accounts on your system can use....

Quick Links Turn your smartphone or tablet into a fun and powerful music-maker, with no musical knowledge necessary. Sampler apps are a cheap and cheerful gateway into the world of sample-based music production. What Is a Sampler? A sample is a snippet of audio that has been recorded for use in music production. There are many famous samples that you will recognize from some of your favorite songs; they range from famous drum breaks to vocals, guitar licks, horn sections, and chord progressions....

In the world of microblogging, the thing to do right now is get on Bluesky. It’s a new-ish social media platform similar to X (Twitter). Some are trying to use both, and others are religiously dedicated to X. I don’t have interest in either, though. Mastodon Is Good Enough for Me The platform I’ve gotten used to and prefer isMastodon. I’ve been using it for almost two years now, after quitting Twitter....

For some, camping is all about getting out into the wild, turning off the devices, and getting away from it all. But what if you want to enjoy the creature comforts of home? Camping is increasingly becoming more high-tech - with fridges, cooling systems, lighting and much more becoming the norm - and this means a greater need for power. If you’re tired of being limited by the battery life of your portable power stations, there is a better, more versatile solution....

Quick Links Apple’s software updates regularly bring new capabilities, and iOS 18.3 is no exception. Aside from a few Apple Intelligence tweaks, iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 bring other new features and quality-of-life tweaks, so grab your iPhone or iPad and follow along with us. 1Turn On Apple Intelligence by Default Apple Intelligence is automatically turned on when you update your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, or macOS Sequoia 15....

TheLofree Flow 2is yet another iteration of the company’s growing line of slim, mechanical keyboards. While this one makes plenty of fine decisions about functionality, the lopsided design is just one of the questionable choices buyers will need to grapple with. Lofree Flow 2 Crafted from CNC-machined aluminum alloy, Flow 2 offers a seamless blend of elegance, texture, and durability. Price and Availability The Lofree Flow 2 keyboard is available on Kickstarter starting July 10....

Summary Deciding between a PC and a game console is a tough decision. PCs generally offer more freedom and a wider range of games, but choosing the right parts can be overwhelming. Fortunately, you may take out the guesswork by simply matching your PC’s hardware to the latest consoles. You’ll Know That Your PC Can Run the Latest Games If you need a reason why your PC should be as powerful as the current-gen console, it’s this....

Quick Links Using keyboard shortcuts in Microsoft Edge—the default web browser for Windows computers—can significantly improve your web experience and save you lots of time. Indeed, once you get to know the most useful shortcuts, you can do everything you need to without touching your mouse. The keyboard shortcuts in this article apply to Windows computers. However, if you’re using Edge on a Mac, the keyboard shortcuts often follow the same principle, though the Alt key on a Windows keyboard is often replaced by the Options key on a Mac, and the Windows Ctrl key can be substituted for a Mac’s Cmd key....

Summary Recently, we reported that a brand-new Copilot Mode was popping up for some people on Microsoft Edge. Now, we’re getting an official announcement, so if you’ve been spared from it, it’s coming for you now. Microsoft is officially starting to roll out Copilot Mode, a new feature that began quietly popping up for some people—presumably as part of an A/B test—a couple of months ago. With Microsoft’s announcement, we have a clearer idea of what the feature does....

With Black Friday around the corner, Bluetti is stepping up with one of its biggest sales of the year, offering substantial discounts on its innovative power solutions. Known for its dedication to clean energy and sustainable technology, Bluetti has made a name for itself inportable power stationsandhome backup solutions, perfect for everything from outdoor adventures to unexpected power outages. ThisBlack Friday, you’ll find deals on popular models and the launch of the much-anticipated Elite 200 V2, a cutting-edge portable power station that combines versatility with high performance....

Quick Links Smartphones are an incredibly personal thing. We carry them everywhere, interact with them hundreds of times a day, and our choice in ecosystems instantly says a lot about us. If you want to boast to the world, “I have the phone with everything,” then theSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultrais for you. Wait. Hold on a second. That’s exactly how I started last year’sGalaxy S22 Ultra review. Last year I called that phone the “total package,” and for a second, I guess I forgot which phone I was reviewing....