The best free apps for video meetings
The best free apps for video meetings While videoconferencing apps have been around for quite some time, they really came into their own starting in 2020 during the pandemic, when many companies had to do a quick switch to a system of remote working. Even now, five years later, a lot of employees are still […]
How to scan a QR code with your phone
How to scan a QR code with your phone The humble QR (or Quick Response) code has become ubiquitous. Invented back in the 1990s to scan car parts, the barcodes got a popularity boost during the pandemic when touchless tech became prioritized, and they’re now a regular part of daily life. You’ll find them deployed […]
How to set up Do Not Disturb modes on your Android phone
How to set up Do Not Disturb modes on your Android phone In recent years, Do Not Disturb has evolved on both iPhones and Android phones: it’s no longer just a simple block on notifications and distractions, but rather a selection of modes you can customize to suit all the different scenarios in your life […]
How to use your phone as a hotspot
How to use your phone as a hotspot If you’re taking your laptop away from the safe environs of your home or office desk and still want to stay online, you’ve got a couple of choices (assuming it doesn’t have cellular connectivity built in): hunt around for a Wi-Fi network you can connect to or […]
How to set up Wi-Fi calling on Android and iPhones
How to set up Wi-Fi calling on Android and iPhones How’s that 5G rollout going in your area? Even in 2025, there’s no guarantee you’re going to be able to get reliable cell service everywhere you go, especially if you happen to live somewhere that’s especially crowded or remote â or if you work in […]
How to delete your 23andMe data
How to delete your 23andMe data 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy, raising concerns about what will happen to the DNA-testing company and all the data it’s collected from customers over the years. In the event that 23andMe is sold, its massive genetic database may end up in the hands of a different company entirely — […]
How to set up Routines on your Samsung Galaxy phone
How to set up Routines on your Samsung Galaxy phone There are probably a lot of simple tasks you do repeatedly on your phone, like muting it in a meeting, reducing the screen brightness late at night, or turning on the battery saver when you leave for work. If you have a Samsung Galaxy phone, […]
How to go back in time using Google Maps
How to go back in time using Google Maps There’s a lot to explore in Google Maps, but you may not always know where to look. Itâs great if you’re trying to drive through a crowded city or find out which local coffee shop has the best-rated bagels, but there are also other, lesser-known features […]
Here’s how to preorder Apple’s new MacBook Air and Mac Studio
Here's how to preorder Apple's new MacBook Air and Mac Studio Here’s how to preorder Apple’s new MacBook Air and Mac Studio The latest MacBook Air is cheaper and more capable than its predecessors. Shortly after introducing the new iPad and iPad Air, Apple has announced a slew of new Macs. The M4-powered MacBook Air […]
Here’s where you can preorder the new entry-level iPad and M3 iPad Air
Here's where you can preorder the new entry-level iPad and M3 iPad Air Here’s where you can preorder the new entry-level iPad and M3 iPad Air The new iPad is a minor upgrade over its predecessor that starts at $349. As predicted, Apple announced not one but two new iPads this week. The new entry-level iPad […]