The prevailing view for many years was that wired peripherals were superior. Quicker, more responsive, and more dependable. However, in 2024, that is no longer the case. I’ve completely switched to wireless peripherals, not because they’re on-trend. Wireless Performance Is Now Just as Good First things first, let’s focus on one fact: if you are not engaged in a professional eSports tournament, you definitely won’t be able to distinguish between wireless and wired accessories in terms of speed. Additionally, many of the latest non-high-end wireless gadgets perform tasks with ease and efficiency. Personally, I use my Logitech G502X Plus Lightspeed…
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Your smart TV does more than play your best shows – it’s also silently gathering data about your viewing habits, what shows you watch, when you watch them, and in some cases, even how you interact with the TV. 1. Deactivate ACR (Automatic Content Recognition) The use of ACR is one of the main tools for invading privacy, coming from large TV manufacturers. The device captures the content you watch, even if it’s a streaming app, a television broadcast, or a disc, and sends the information to the content creators and advertisers. It’s bizarre, but your TV is the one…
For now, Samsung has put on hold the roll-out process of One UI 7, its brand new Android-based software update. The company has not provided any official information about the reason behind the pause, but most people assume it is a serious security vulnerability targeting Secure Folder—a tool specially made to secure and protect private data. One UI 7’s Secure Folder Bug Exposes Private Photos The bug is a major drag for people who use the Gallery app inside Secure Folder to keep their photos. Information from SamMobile makes it clear that the Gallery app has an in-built feature which…
Meta has confidentially initiated a new AI key in the course of a WhatsApp chat that allows the service\’s users to directly get help from the assistant. At first, it looks like a useful feature, but I feel differently. 1. It Makes WhatsApp Feel More Cluttered For the longest time, WhatsApp prided itself on a simple and straightforward look, one of its major selling points. You open the app, you send your messages, you close it—life was simple. No unnecessary content to the side, no visual noise, just the messages you have received and sent. But the Meta AI button…
The Start menu is the core of the Windows interface. With its help, you can open applications, search for files, and shut down your PC. If it suddenly disappears, there is no need to worry. It is normally an easy-to-fix situation. Here are a few methods to quickly recover your Start menu. 1. Restart Windows Explorer Windows Explorer is an application that manages your desktop, taskbar, and Start menu. If it crashes or hangs, the Start menu may disappear. To renew Windows Explorer: After the restart, your screen may flicker a bit. There is nothing to worry about, and you…
While Snapchat is primarily known for its feature of vanishing messages and stories, it also enables real-time screen sharing, which is perfect for viewing videos in a group, displaying things, or assisting a friend in navigating their phone. Method 1: Share Screen on Snapchat (Desktop) If you are using Snapchat Web, you can easily do screen sharing while on a call: Method 2: Share Screen on Snapchat (Mobile) Screen sharing is a feature that is also present in the Snapchat mobile app; thus, the following procedure. Why Can’t I Screen Share on Snapchat? If you are experiencing any difficulty with…
Looking for an effective way to spice up your PDF with stunning images and leave a lasting impression? When you add a photo to a PDF, the visuals will improve, engagement will increase, and meaning will become clearer. Let me tell you how to add an image to a PDF using different tools. Why Should You Insert an Image into a PDF file? It is not just about decoration; Images can: Images can transform PDFs into visual documents, such as presentations, manuals, and reports. 1. Use Adobe Acrobat – the Premium Way If you have bought Adobe Acrobat, you may…
There’s no doubt that dice are the lifeblood of Monopoly GO. Without them, you’re pretty much powerless. No dice means no board movement, rent collection, mini-games, or stickers—no fun. That is why it’s the case that players are always in search of free dice. What Is the Roll Match Event in Monopoly GO? Roll Match is a lively and short-lasting event that sometimes only lasts for 10 minutes or so, where players can make dice without paying any money just by rolling. Whenever the event is on, there is a combination of dice on the right part of the board…
Getting yourself extra photography gear might give you a sense of professionalism. However, this does not always correlate with taking better photos. I have been a victim of clickbait cameras that called my name, and I am here to tell you that most of them I bought for quite a bit of money and since then they have been collecting dust while my wallet has been questioning its life choices. 1. External Smartphone Lenses Apparently, having a fisheye or macro lens for your phone is something that many people like. But the utter truth? A major portion of such products…
Netflix may have a metric ton of shows, but most of the things that actually made it feel more intelligent and even more delightful have been gradually taken away over the years. Whether you were trying to make choices during the film or just wanted to watch something without putting too much brain power in it, these features contributed wonders to the Netflix experience—and I am missing them. Here are five features that I wish will return. 1. Interactive Shows Does Black Mirror: Bandersnatch still ring a bell with you? The audience was not just watching the story; they were…