Thursday 30 June 2016

10 features that will make you fall in love with Windows 10 - CNET

Still on Windows 8.1 and still wondering if upgrading to Windows 10 is worth it? 10 contains some great features that are sure to make you want to take the plunge. Plus, Windows 10 has a big update coming out this summer, with improvements to touch features, better voice control and a Windows subsystem for Linux, so there will be even more goodness to enjoy.









Wednesday 29 June 2016

​Try Cortana commands on the Xbox One - CNET

Cortana is taking over the Xbox One when it comes to commands.

Five ways to delete yourself from the internet - CNET

Finally ready to get off the grid? It's not quite as simple as it should be, but here are a few easy-to-follow steps that will at the very least point you in the right direction.

9 essential IFTTT recipes for iOS users - CNET

From automated photo journaling to price alerts in your Reminders app, these IFTTT recipes for iPhone will keep you on top of everything.

Now that 'Game of Thrones' is over, here's how to cancel HBO Now - CNET

Cancel your subscription to the streaming service, and save some money until Jon Snow and co. are back on your screen.

Tuesday 28 June 2016

How to turn off this creepy Facebook feature - CNET

Ever wondered how Facebook comes up with some of your random friend suggestions? Turns out, it uses your phone's location along with other data.

Get friends or family on a group call for free - CNET

Conference-call services aren't just for business, and they're also not expensive. Here are two ways to get everyone on the line without spending a dime.

Save leftover herbs by freezing them in ice cube trays - CNET

Stop throwing away your unused fresh herbs. Before they start to wilt, use this tip to preserve them for months.

Monday 27 June 2016

Remove rust stains from kitchen knives with vinegar - CNET

If your kitchen knives have started to gather rust spots, giving them a soak in vinegar will help restore them to their original shine.

10 New ways to use a power drill (other than eating corn) - CNET

Your power drill can do more than drill holes or drive in a screw. While using a drill to eat corn may be a little extreme, there are other ways it can add a little power to tasks that need a little elbow grease or just a fun twist.

How to post 360-degree photos to Facebook - CNET

Sharing regular photos with your Facebook friends is a thing of the past -- the future revolves around interactive pics.

Sunday 26 June 2016

Windows 10 Settings menu: The Update & security tab - CNET

Where's Windows Update? It's in the Settings menu...and only in the Settings menu.

What to do when your Apple Watch gets wet - CNET

Surprisingly, "Run in circles while screaming" is not one of the recommendations.

How to share Spotify Premium with your family - CNET

Spotify made it much more affordable to have your whole family on a Spotify Premium plan last month, but it didn't make the process of adding family members any easier.

Find out if your TeamViewer account has been hacked and what to do - CNET

Here are some proactive steps you can take if you're worried your account has been compromised.

Saturday 25 June 2016

Friday 24 June 2016

Dropbox adds scanning to iOS app, changes camera uploads - CNET

With the Dropbox app, you can now scan documents using your iPhone or iPad. Changes are also coming soon to camera uploads for Dropbox Basic users.

Your router isn't as fast as you think it is. Here's why. - CNET

CNET editor Dong Ngo explains Wi-Fi speeds and helps manage your networking expectations.

The best IFTTT recipes for international travelers - CNET

Keep your documents in order and make sure your mom always knows where you are.

3 ways to estimate how much propane you have left - CNET

There are few things worse than running out of propane in the middle of grilling. Use these three methods of estimating how much propane is left to avoid a cookout faux pas.

​7 surefire ways to annoy your Instagram followers - CNET

There's an etiquette to good Instagramming. Here are the types of pictures you should avoid posting at all costs.

6 location-specific IFTTT recipes you should be using - CNET

Turn off your lights, mute your phone and text your significant other -- all by just exiting or entering an area.

What you need to know about using two SIM cards on the OnePlus 3 - CNET

Whether you're traveling overseas, or want to combine a personal and work phone number into one device, the OnePlus 3 makes it really easy.

Thursday 23 June 2016

How to make your Galaxy S7 feel more like stock Android - CNET

One of the best parts of Android is the customization it allows for, and your Galaxy S7 is no different.

10 features of Google Docs you should be using - CNET

Get the most out of Google Docs with these 10 tips.

How to set up, control Family Profiles with an Eero Wi-Fi system - CNET

A recent update to Eero added the ability to control the connection to specific devices through profiles, here's what you need to know.

Everything you need to know about Amazon X-Ray for TV shows and movies - CNET

Who's that actor? Who sings that song? Here's how to access the super-cool X-Ray feature nearly anywhere you're watching Amazon Video.

How to opt out of Adobe's ad-based data collection services - CNET

Adobe has more ad-based networks than you'll know what to do with.

6 things you should know about Minecraft Realms for iOS, Android - CNET

Microsoft recently updated the Minecraft Pocket Edition, adding online gameplay. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of the new feature.

Improve laptop battery life by switching from Chrome to Firefox - CNET

The results are in (again): Chrome consumes more power than other browsers. Here's how to make the switch to Firefox.

Give your boiled eggs a shake for easier peeling - CNET

Peeling hard boiled eggs can be an infuriating process. With this quick tip, you will be peeling eggs like a pro.

Monday 20 June 2016

10 tricks to make your summer better - CNET

These tips will keep bugs at bay, get rid of summer funk and keep you cooler.

Create your own air conditioning unit with this summer staple - CNET

This simple air conditioning unit can cool a small room or provide a cool breeze during your next camping trip.

10 things to consider when buying a router - CNET

If you're looking to upgrade your home network, these are the things you should know before buying a new router.

Apple WWDC 2016: How to watch and what to expect - CNET

Here's how you can tune in live to Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference keynote.

Get notified when the Amazon Echo goes on sale - CNET

Echo deals are few and far between. Here's how to make sure you don't miss the next one. (Or any other product you're hoping to snag on sale.)

The best Edge extensions - CNET

Or rather, all the Edge extensions you can try out today.

Copy your playlist from one streaming service to another - CNET

Free service Soundiiz can help you make the move from, say, Rhapsody to Spotify. There's just one small caveat.

Put a shutdown timer on your Windows desktop with this command - CNET

Postpone shutting down your computer with this quick and easy shortcut.

10 things to disable in Windows 10 - CNET

These 10 default features and settings can be disabled. Here's how and why you'd want to.

How to register to vote online - CNET

As this year's Presidential election gets closer, here's what you need to know in order to make sure you're registered to vote.

This app is killing your laptop's battery - CNET

Spoiler alert: it's Chrome. Find out how to curb Chrome's voracious appetite for CPU, memory and battery resources.

Saturday 18 June 2016

Five ways to take better selfies (without the stick) - CNET

Tired of blurry, badly framed, poorly lit selfies? Follow these tips to improve the quality of your personal portraits.

Use Android apps on Chrome OS right now - CNET

Feel like testing the Android waters on your Chromebook? Here's how.

How to customize the look and feel of the OnePlus 3 - CNET

After tweaking a few settings, you can make that shiny new phone look and work just how you want.

DIY phone camera lenses and filters - CNET

Use these everyday items to make your own phone camera accessories, including a macro lens and ring light.

8 apps for editing photos before you post to Instagram - CNET

Even if you end up posting your pictures to Instagram, you should be using these apps to edit them first.

11 new Siri tricks for iOS 10 - CNET

Major upgrades are coming to Siri. Here are some of the new ways you will be able to use Siri following the updates.

Get the MacOS Sierra wallpaper right now - CNET

You'll need to stick it out until fall for the update to the new operating system, but there's no wait for MacOS Sierra's beautiful default wallpaper.

How to use Skype to spy on your cats or dogs - CNET

Be the ultimate helicopter pet parent with this easy solution.

How to never miss another concert or festival - CNET

And be one of the first people to grab concert tickets.

How, where and when to get the Moto Z, Moto Z Force - CNET

The Moto Z and Moto Z Force are coming, and here's what you need to know about getting one in your hands.

How I increased my MacBook's battery life by 39 percent - CNET

The Opera browser introduced a new feature to help extend the life of your laptop's battery.

Find out if it's time to replace your MacBook's battery - CNET

There's a reason why your laptop keeps dying. Find out if it's time to give in and replace your MacBook's battery.

How to set up your Samsung Gear Fit 2 - CNET

The process is a bit different depending on the manufacturer of your Android device. Here's what you need to know.

Clean up iTunes by hiding Apple Music - CNET

If you use iTunes but not Apple Music, you can simplify iTunes 12.4's interface by hiding all of the Apple Music-related buttons.

How to travel with a Wi-Fi-only iPad - CNET

Get five travel tips to make the iPad the perfect travel companion.

Thursday 16 June 2016

How to play Facebook Messenger's new secret soccer game - CNET

Facebook is back at it again with another hidden game in Messenger.

Nine tips to get the most out of the Gear Fit 2 - CNET

Samsungs Gear Fit 2 has a few tricks up its sleeve, er, well, really it's your sleeve... but you get the point.

How to log in to Windows 10 with your face - CNET

With an Intel RealSense 3D camera, you can use Windows Hello sign in with your face instead of your password.

The 7 best VR games for iPhone - CNET

No Android? No problem! There are plenty of cool VR games for iOS. All you need is a headset.

10 household problems solved with wine corks - CNET

Put a cork in your household problems. They're solved with these handy uses for corks.

5 settings to change on your new router - CNET

Here are five basic settings to look at when configuring a Wi-Fi network router.

How to sign up for the iOS 10, MacOS Sierra public betas - CNET

Here's how and when you can take Apple's new operating systems for a spin.

8 reasons you're finally going to wear your Apple Watch - CNET

After installing WatchOS 3 later this year on your Apple Watch, it's going to feel like a brand-new watch.

See which Macs will -- and won't -- work with MacOS - CNET

Apple dropped support for some Macs when it dropped the X from OS X.

This might explain why your electricity bill is so high - CNET

You're wasting electricity and money. Here's how save on both.

Wednesday 8 June 2016

Remove a cork from inside a wine bottle with cable ties - CNET

If you find yourself at a dinner party with wine but without a corkscrew, you can use this quick hack to get the cork out of the bottle with nothing more than cable ties.

How a $50 gadget is saving $840 a year on my electricity bill - CNET

Instead of guessing which appliance is draining your wallet each month, this device makes it easy to figure out where your cash is going.

Tuesday 7 June 2016

9 genius ways to open a beer bottle - CNET

If you don't have a bottle opener on hand, fear not. There are dozens of items lying around your house that you can use to pop that crown cap off your bottle.

Monday 6 June 2016

There's a hidden volume control in your Mac menu bar - CNET

Menu bar applications on Mac give you quick access to your most important settings. But with this trick, you can control even more from the menu bar.

Shoot amazing photos this DIY filter for your phone's camera - CNET

Take stunning photos with these simple, homemade camera filters.

Home networking explained, part 1: Here's the URL for you - CNET

Wi-Fi, access point, router, 802.11ac. Networking can be a pain! But it doesn't have to be if you know what you're doing. Then it's actually fun! This is where you start.

13 fun things to try with your Raspberry Pi - CNET

So you just got a new Raspberry Pi. Now what? Here are 13 things to try or do with your Raspberry Pi to get your started.

Saturday 4 June 2016

Stop Facebook's targeted ads from stalking you around the Internet - CNET

Facebook will now show you ads based on your Facebook preferences both on and off of the site. Oh, and it will also show its ads to non-Facebook users. OMG, Facebook, boundaries!

Unclog your toilet with this one kitchen item - CNET

This slick item will have your toilet flowing freely in a jiffy.

How to easily root an Android device - CNET

Free utility KingoRoot makes it a snap to take total control of just about any Android smartphone. Here's how to use it.

3 easy ways to customize notifications in Mac OS X - CNET

Learn how to use Do Not Disturb on OS X for fewer interruptions.

Thursday 2 June 2016

Use Google search to find your iPhone - CNET

Google has added a new "Find your phone" section to the My Account page. Learn how it can help you track down a lost iPhone.

8 things every Pebble Time user should know - CNET

Watches that do more than help you tell the time can be intimidating, but they shouldn't be. We round up some tips to teach you more about one such watch, the Pebble Time.

6 Galaxy TabPro S features you need to try out - CNET

Just unboxed your Galaxy TabPro S? Here are some features that will make your new gadget easier to use.

These are the Chromebooks that support Android apps - CNET

A complete list of the Chromebooks, Chromeboxes and Chromebases that will be able to install Android apps.

What is a bot? Here's everything you need to know - CNET

Computer programs that talk like humans, aka bots, are the future. Let's explore what they are and what they can do.

The complete list of Cortana commands - CNET

(Almost) everything you can say to Cortana.

Wednesday 1 June 2016

Block explicit lyrics in music subscription services - CNET

Don't want your kids exposed to a steady stream of F-bombs or worse? Here's how to apply filters in the major music services that allow it. But be warned: a few big ones don't.

Use carabiners to organize your wrench sets - CNET

If you're having trouble keeping track of your wrenches in your tool bag, this tip from a reddit user will help.

Two ways to batch rename files on a Mac - CNET

If you ever find yourself needing to rename several files at once, Mac OS comes with several inbuilt options for getting the job done.

How to use Spotify: Building your library, downloading music and more - CNET

There's a lot going on in Spotify's app. Here's what you need to know.

Windows 10 Settings menu: The Ease of Access tab - CNET

The Ease of Access tab is organized, but it could be a little more helpful.

Windows 10 Settings menu: The Privacy tab - CNET

Windows 10 attempts to make privacy settings -- for tablets and PCs -- accessible.

Take Amazon Alexa for a test drive in your browser - CNET

If you're unsure how an Amazon Alexa speaker might fit into your life, you can now try it out for free using Amazon's new site Echosim.io.

Windows 10 Settings menu: The Time & language tab - CNET

How to change the time, date and language in Windows 10.