NOTE: To write this guide, I used a Google Pixel 4a and a Samsung Galaxy S20 FE. However, because every step is identical on both smartphones, I’m using only one set of screenshots, taken on the official Android 13 version installed on the Pixel 4a. As this is a feature found in Android’s Google settings, you should have the exact same steps and screens regardless of who made your smartphone or tablet....

How to See “What’s New” in the People App The People app is essentially useless without contacts. Therefore, you’ll need to make sure you connect all of your various accounts before you proceed. Check out this article for more information: Introducing Windows 8: How to Add & Sync Accounts to the People App. Once you have your contacts synced from your various accounts you can start having some fun. Open up People and have a look at the left side of the page....

LG UltraGear 24GN650: Who is it good for? The LG UltraGear 24GN650 monitor is a good choice for: People who have an entry-level gaming rig and are playing games in 1080p resolution Anyone looking for a monitor with a fast refresh rate Those who want a monitor with a good quality IPS panel Users with budget AMD Radeon graphic cards Pros and cons There are quite a few good things to mention about the LG UltraGear 24GN650:...

Opera GX: Who is it good for? In my opinion, Opera GX is an excellent choice for: Gamers of all types and for all preferences Anyone looking for a highly customizable web browser Users who want a fast browser Pros and cons The main positive aspects of Opera GX are these: Easy to install and set up Surfing the web feels fast A lot of gamer-oriented features Many personalization options Tools that allow you to control hardware resources...

ASUS RT-AC67U: Who is it good for? This whole-home WiFi system is a good choice for: Secure smart homes with built-in anti-malware protection and intrusion prevention systems Large apartments that require coverage on a large area Users who want a mesh WiFi system without losing features like USB ports, Ethernet ports, and advanced firmware Pros and cons ASUS RT-AC67U has the following positives: Advanced firmware with many customization options Easy-to-use mobile app for remote management Faster Ethernet connections than other mesh WiFi systems Excellent antivirus protection and parental controls It includes a 1-year license of Trend Micro antivirus for four devices The 2-stations kit offers four USB ports There are four Ethernet ports on each node in the mesh WiFi system Great multilingual support and easily accessible Help documentation...

Sony Move: Who is it good for? The Sonos Move is an excellent wireless speaker for you, if: You long for a wireless speaker of high quality and with premium sound You want to enter the Sonos ecosystem, or you’re already a part of it Money is not an issue for you Pros and cons Here are the pros of the Sonos Move: There are a few downsides too with the Sonos Move:...

Presentation, technical specs, prices First of all, what is a smart monitor? The recipe to follow is this: take a Full HD monitor with an HDR10-compatible VA panel, with a brightness of 250 nits and a refresh rate of 60Hz. Add an operating system (Tizen, developed by Samsung), with a library of games, streaming applications, and even Office 365 compatibility (now Microsoft 365). Extend connectivity and compatibility with Android, Windows, and iOS devices via Bluetooth 4....

1. A New File Explorer Section - Quick Access Quick access is the new Favorites section from File Explorer. In Windows 8.1 and Windows 7, the Favorites section used to hold all the folders that you pinned to it. In Windows 10, File Explorer’s Quick access section also contains all your favorite locations. To add such folders to the Quick access section, all you have to do is pin them to this section....

ViewSonic VX2719-PC-MHD: Who is it good for? The ViewSonic VX2719-PC-MHD is an excellent choice for: People who want a fast 1080p gaming monitor Gamers who love curved monitors Users who require excellent performance for a reasonable price Pros and cons There are many positives about the ViewSonic VX2719-PC-MHD: The 27” FHD (1080p) VA panel offers excellent image quality The screen curvature invites to immersive gameplay Offers a high refresh rate of 240Hz and a minimal 1ms response time, perfect for competitive gaming Supports Adaptive-Sync (adaptable refresh rate) Compatible with VESA mounts Good price for the performance you get...

What is TRIM for SSD drives? TRIM is a command with the help of which the operating system can tell the solid state drive (SSD) which data blocks are no longer needed and can be deleted, or are marked as free for rewriting. In other words, TRIM is a command that helps the operating system know precisely where the data that you want to move or delete is stored. That way, the solid state drive can access only the blocks holding the data....

Xiaomi Mi AIoT Router AX3600: Who is it good for? This wireless router is a suitable choice for: People who want a fast Wi-Fi 6 router Two or three-bedroom apartments Users looking for a mid-range router at a reasonable price Those who want to control their router from a mobile app Pros and cons Here are the things we like about Xiaomi Mi AIoT Router AX3600: Reasonable price Excellent performance and coverage on the 5 GHz band WPA3 encryption support 160 MHz channel bandwith The firmware is easy to use and configure You can control it remotely with a mobile app Mesh Wi-Fi support...

First things first: About UAC and Run as administrator In early versions of Windows, applications had system-wide privileges, which was a security risk. All of Microsoft’s operating systems from Windows Vista onward, including Windows 10, include UAC or User Account Control, a security feature that prevents unauthorized changes to the operating system. Trying to run an application as administrator is one of the changes that require administrative privileges. Before the selected program is launched, a UAC prompt is triggered, asking for permission....

System Restore is an old feature that has been present in Windows operating systems for a long time. However, it’s still useful today on modern Windows 10 operating systems. It’s one of those tools that can save you a lot of time and headaches when your PC crashes, or if something on it no longer wants to work, and you can’t even boot properly. System Restore is a tool designed by Microsoft to save and restore information about your PC’s system files and settings....

1. Twilight (Blue light filter for better sleep) One of the best “night light” apps you’ll find in the Google Play Store for filtering blue light is called Twilight. To block the blue light emitted by your Android smartphone or tablet, it applies a red filter over your screen. Additionally, it can also dim the screen brightness to reduce the strain on your eyes even more. The filter can be applied automatically at night, you can schedule it during the times you choose, and you can also turn it on or off manually....

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D: Who is it good for? The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a great fit if: You’re after top-notch gaming performance You’re building a new PC You’re prepared to invest in a premium gaming setup Pros and cons These are AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D’s strengths: Outstanding gaming performance Well-rounded performance for productivity, content creation, and other non-gaming oriented tasks Architectural improvements over its predecessor Relatively efficient power usage and heat output...

ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3070 OC Edition: Who is it good for? This graphics card is an excellent choice if you want: To play any game at maxed visual settings in 1440p resolutions Good ray tracing performance and access to the DLSS technology One of the most balanced graphics cards on the market right now Pros and cons Here is what I like about the ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3070 OC Edition:...

ASUS ROG Strix Flare: Who is it good for? The ASUS ROG Strix Flare keyboard is a great choice for: Gamers who love the RoG branding People who enjoy lighting effects on their accessories Typists who want an excellent mechanical keyboard (and which can be acquired with Blue Cherry MX switches) Pros and cons There are many good things to say about the ASUS ROG Strix Flare: It is a mechanical keyboard that is great for gamers and also for typists It can be equipped with four different types of Cherry MX RGB switches: Red, Blue, Black and Brown The lighting effects on it are impressive The multimedia controls, the Gaming Mode button and the lighting key are positioned very handy, on the top-left area of the keyboard It has an additional USB port on it, which is pass-through and can be used to plug any other device into your computer...

Unboxing The ASUS Whetstone Since the Whetstone is part of the Republic of Gamers brand, the packaging is also a specific one to it. A red and black box with a square cut-out through, in which you can see and feel the actual mousepad without getting it out of the box. Once you remove the ROG-branded box, you find the mousepad enclosed in a black box. Hardware Specifications The Whetstone is a medium sized mousepad, measuring 320 x 270 x 2mm (12....

ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo: Who is it good for? This laptop is an excellent choice for the following users: People who are interested in the latest innovations, and can afford their premium price Content creators, artists, software developers, and gamers Users who want the fastest WiFi connections possible on a laptop Pros and cons There are many positives about the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo: The two screens are gorgeous, and useful The laptop enables new user experiences Well built, with high-quality materials Excellent hardware and performance Support for Wi-Fi 6 means fast network connections The ASUS Pen is useful for artists and content creators The high-precision trackpad doubles as NumberPad...

Install Windows 10 S from Microsoft: Download link! Initially, Windows 10 S was made available only on Surface laptop devices. Then, Microsoft made it available for download for MSDN subscribers and now for everyone interested in testing it. If you have a valid license of Windows 10 Pro, Pro Education, Education, or Enterprise, you can download, install and use Windows 10 S. If you use Windows 10 Home, you cannot install Windows 10 S on your computer or device....