First, the frustrating aspects of Google’s Weather app When Google announced its Pixel Tablet in 2023, it also revealed a standalone Weather app for its tablets. The app looks great, and it’s filled with tons of useful weather information and gorgeous animations. You can see a demo in the YouTube clip below, recorded by Android Authority. Unfortunately, we’re in 2024, and this app remains exclusive to Pixel tablets. We can only hope that Google’s Weather app will soon be released on smartphones....

Razer Freyja: Who is it good for? The Razer Freyja may be a good fit for: Gamers looking to maximize immersion Those who spend long hours seated in front of their PC Movie and music lovers who love good vibrations 🙂 Pros and cons There are quite a few good things to say about the Razer Freyja: Immersive haptics that make you feel the action coming from different directions Customizable haptic intensity for individual zones Its straps and flexible form allow it to fit nearly any gaming chair 2....

realme 11 Pro+ 5G: Who is it good for? The realme 11 Pro+ 5G is an excellent choice if you: Want a stylish Android smartphone Fancy a smartphone that’s great for photography and video recording Are looking for a phone that can charge extremely fast Want a well-rounded mid-range device at a reasonable price Pros and cons These are the things I like most about the realme 11 Pro+ 5G smartphone:...

Intel Core i5-10600K: Who is it good for? The Intel Core i5-10600K is the processor you should get if you: Are a gamer and want one of the best Intel desktop processors for gaming Need an excellent processor for work and productivity apps Want to upgrade to Intel’s latest generation of processors and motherboards Pros and cons After we finished reviewing the Intel Core i5-10600K, here’s what we like about it:...

Hardware specifications & packaging ZenFone 2 Laser comes in a typical ASUS packaging, with a glossy box that has the image of the smartphone on its top side and its main features printed on the bottom and sides. The top area also bolsters the fact that the ASUS ZenFone 2 series has been awarded the 2015 iF Design Award. The sliding cover comes off quite easily and inside it you will find the smartphone sitting on top of a cardboard tray....

What is the ASUS RoG Pugio mouse good at? ASUS RoG Pugio is an excellent choice for: Left-handed people who are looking for an ambidextrous mouse with side buttons that can be moved and configured any way they wish Gamers and casual users who want a mouse that is comfortable to use for long periods of time, in all kinds of tasks, not only gaming People who love RGB lighting effects on their accessories...

Unboxing the ASUS RT-AC58U AC1300 dual-band wireless router The ASUS RT-AC58U AC1300 dual-band router comes in a simple box with a picture of the device on the top and a list with some of its most important features: the total maximum theoretical bandwidth, its support for 3G/4G dongles and so on. On the back side of the box you will find a description of its main features, including its quad-core processor, improved wireless range and so on....

Unboxing The ASUS ROG Orion Gaming Headset The headset is packaged in a cardboard box painted in a dark, reddish color that very much resembles blood. On its right side, the box is partly transparent, so you can see how the headphones look before unpacking them. On the back side of the box you will find plenty of information about the features and specs of the headset. Inside the package you’ll find the ASUS ROG Orion Gaming Headset, together with its user manual....

ROCCAT Horde AIMO: Who is it good for? The ROCCAT Horde AIMO is a good keyboard for: Gamers and users who are fans of the ROCCAT brand Users who want a membrane keyboard that is fast and silent when typing People who do not like mechanical switches on their keyboards Pros and cons There are several positives about the ROCCAT Horde AIMO gaming keyboard: It is silent and accurate when typing The ROCCAT Swarm software is useful and easy to use It offers a pleasant experience when gaming It comes with a tuning wheel which you can use to access the Windows 10 Dial Its keys use an island layout, and that means that it is easy to clean (from dust, dirt, and other things)...

What is PPPoE and what does it mean? PPPoE is an acronym that stands for Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet. PPPoE is a networking protocol that derived from another, older protocol, called PPP, which you guessed, stands for Point-to-Point Protocol. PPPoE was designed for managing how data is transmitted over Ethernet networks (cable networks), and it allows a single server connection to be divided between multiple clients, using Ethernet. As a result, multiple clients can connect to the same server from the Internet Service Provider and get access to the internet, at the same time, in parallel....

What is the Recycle Bin? The easiest way to define the Windows Recycle Bin is this: a special folder with a fancy icon that stores deleted files and folders. When you delete items from your Windows computer or device, they are not permanently removed; they are first moved to this folder. Windows does this as a precaution in case you deleted something by mistake or if you discover you still need a certain discarded file or folder....

What is the Night light in Windows 10? What does Night light do? When you find yourself working on your computer or laptop at late hours, you put a lot of pressure on your eyes. When you’re looking at your screen during nighttime hours, your irises contract to cope with the discrepancy between the bright light in front of you and the dark environment around you. Then, after some time, tears might also start coming to your eyes, your head might start to hurt, and sleep seems to run away from you....

What is the Windows Experience Index? The Windows Experience Index is Microsoft’s measurement of how well a computer can run Windows and, although it can be useful, there is a certain obtuseness about it. Microsoft defines a computer with a base score of 2.0 as one that has the ability to run general computing tasks, but it would not be powerful enough to run Aero or advanced multimedia features in Windows 7 or Windows 8....

What is an AiMesh backhaul? A backhaul is a technical term borrowed from the world of telecommunications, which represents a connection or direct link between several elements of a whole. When dealing with ASUS routers and ZenWiFi systems, the backhaul connects the units, nodes, or devices that make up an AiMesh Wi-Fi system. By default, when creating a network with several ASUS routers or ZenWiFi units using AiMesh, all the units are linked to each other automatically through Wi-Fi....

What is an IP address? What is the purpose of an Internet Protocol address? To help you understand what IP addresses are, in simple terms, let’s use an analogy from real life: You want to send a written letter to a friend. You are done writing the message and want to send it. For the letter to reach its destination, you need to know your friend’s address - street name, number, and zip code - and write it on the letter....

Defining FPS Movement, as displayed on a screen, is actually a series of still images, presented in quick succession. Our eyes and brains are able to discern between individual images (also called frames) only at up to a frequency of about 12 images per second. Any higher than that, and our brains start to perceive them as being connected, and all the differences between them (let’s say a character moves between shots) as movement....

Xiaomi Pad 5: Who is it good for? The Xiaomi Pad 5 is an excellent choice for: People who want an Android tablet that looks stylish Anyone who wants a fast Android tablet that never lags Those who want to pay a reasonable price for an excellent device Pros and cons There are many positives about the Xiaomi Pad 5: It looks beautiful, and the build quality is premium The display is bright, and the colors are accurate Extensive battery life and 33W fast charging The cameras are of good quality for a tablet Its performance is top-notch Reasonable price...

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+: Who is it good for? This robot vacuum is a good choice for: People with large living spaces or offices Homes with few or no carpets Families with children and pets People who don’t want to clean their robot vacuums often Users who want a vacuum that can be controlled remotely and synced with other smart devices Pros and cons These are the things I like about the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+:...

Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4: Who is it good for? The Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 is a very good choice if you: Want to get rid of cigarette smell or other odors in your apartment or office Are allergic to dust, pollen, or mold Are looking for a compact air filter that’s easy to use and clean Wish to build an ecosystem of smart devices Pros and cons After testing the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4, here are its main advantages:...

NOTE: If you came here looking for ways to identify your local IP address, not the public IP one, read this tutorial instead: 6 ways to find your IP address in Windows. And, if you want to better understand what IP addresses are, check out: What is an IP address and a subnet mask, in simple terms? 1. How to find your public IP address by asking a website (Windows, Android, iPhone) The fastest and easiest way to learn your external IP address is by asking a website to tell you....