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Someone really has to say it, and say it loud and clear — 3.5mm jacks for headphones are cheugy. They do not impress us anymore. And also considering the disappearance of wired headphone connectors and earbuds from modern smartphones, it is really time to embrace wireless earbuds. They’re trendy but also have many practical advantages, like […]

Sony’s PlayStation 2 remains the best-selling console of all time, even more than twenty years after its release in October of 2000. With over 4,000 unique games released in its unprecedented 13-year run between 2000 and 2013, plenty of great (and not-so-great) titles made their way to Sony’s iconic console. The genre of games with […]

Looking back at the storied history of home video formats over the years, you wouldn’t be wrong in thinking they’re often built to fail. The long list of failed home video formats is far more extensive than the short list of successful ones: VHS and DVD. Looking at that list of failed formats, you’re likely […]

Sports games are a very popular genre among gamers. With technological advancements, sports games continue to evolve, with gameplay and graphics getting more realistic with each iteration. If you’re a gamer who enjoys sports games, then you know there is no better way to enjoy a game than to fully immerse yourself in a sporting […]

The BMW iX is the latest to join the ranks of electric SAV or “sport activity vehicle.” With its smooth and powerful drivetrain and premium luxurious construction, the BMW iX carries you around town on a cloud of comfort. The range is generous and allows you plenty of mileage to commute to work and run […]

Whether you’re in a meeting or trying to avoid a phone call, putting your iPhone on silent mode is essential. But what happens when you want to turn the sound back on?  This article will show you how you can easily deactivate silent mode on your iPhone with just a few simple steps. We will […]

Have you ever wanted to run Windows on a Mac? You may need to run software incompatible with Mac or just like the Windows operating system. Whatever the reason is, installing Windows on a Mac can be extremely helpful in many scenarios. Setup is relatively easy, but you will encounter some stumbling blocks. This step-by-step […]

Sometimes, we want to keep our web browsing private. Whether doing some online shopping and don’t want anyone to see our search history or researching a sensitive topic, the incognito mode can be a lifesaver. After browsing, you may want to turn off incognito mode on your iPhone. While it’s not difficult to do, it’s not […]

When an application misbehaves on your computer, you can often turn to Task Manager to sort things out. This built-in utility program on Windows can help close problematic applications. Executing this is easy as holding the keyboard’s Control, Alt, and Delete buttons. But how can you bring up the equivalent on Mac? While Macs are […]

Blogging is a popular activity. Some people blog to share their knowledge and experience, while others to make money. No matter your motivation for blogging, knowing how much it costs to set up a blog is crucial. Our handy guide will walk you through blogging costs, so you can have a great head start. However, […]

Key Points: The Atari as a console was made for party games. Atari games were created and developed by many different companies. This platform is the quintessential nostalgic icon of video game history. When it comes to video games, it doesn’t get any better than the Atari. For a time in the late 70s and […]

When it is time to upgrade your home theater’s sound system, the Sonos brand is one of the most recognized and respected in the industry. The Sonos Playbar and Arc are excellent speakers that provide a high-quality sound system for your entertainment space. Both soundbars offer several similar capabilities, but there are a few differences […]

App tracking is a feature that’s designed to help developers understand the habits of their users in order to make their apps better for everyone. In other words, app developers use this information to learn about trends and user engagement so that they can create new and innovative features for users. While app tracking provides […]

Figuring out how to create a folder on Mac can seem like a daunting task. But, when you break it down into its most basic steps, it’s actually not that complex. Especially if you know the basics of what folders are and how they work. So, yes, there is a simple way to create a […]

SafeSearch is a feature on iPhones that helps Safari protect users from inappropriate content and determine which search results are appropriate for them.  If you turn SafeSearch on, some search results may not show up because they may include inappropriate content. This feature is helpful if you are looking for information about a specific topic […]

The Nintendo 64 is one of the most popular console systems ever released, and it also houses some of the best real-time strategy games ever created. Real-time strategy (RTS) games have been around since the beginning of video games. Players must manage resources, build an army or fleet, and attack other players to win. They […]

Arguably, Ohio is most well known for its vibrant music and art scene, as well as its sports teams. And, who could forget the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? Even Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon came from Ohio. Needless to say, tech companies are maybe not the first thing […]

ChromeOS vs macOS: Full Comparison While ChromeOS and macOS might have similar name schemes, they couldn’t possibly be more different in use, use case, and build. Even the mere mentality behind the production of the two operating systems is so different that they’re barely comparable. However, as two operating giants in the operating system industry, […]

Key Points Both M1 Max and M1 Ultra offer fast processors and can work well as work desktops Both M1 Max and M1 Ultra offer up to 8TB of storage. M1 Ultra offers 128GB of RAM, while M1 Max offers 64GB of RAM. If you’re looking to upgrade your computer chip, you may be comparing […]

Key Points The M1 Max has up to 32-core GPU. The M1 Pro has up to 16-core GPU. The M1 Max supports up to 64GB of unified memory, while the M1 Pro only supports up to 32GB of unified memory. In the final analysis, the M1 Max comes out on top in terms of CPU […]

The best car FM transmitters offer great audio quality and have ports to charge your phone. While newer cars might feature ways to connect to your mobile device, you’ll need one if your vehicle is an older model. But with a range of features to choose from, picking the right device can be tricky. We’ve […]

If you love streaming movies or sharing video content, you’re likely know about WebM and MP4 formats. Both are popular media file formats but have marked differences in how they handle offline. Because of compatibility issues, you may need to convert your WebM content to MP4 for easier viewing. You can play the more established […]

Key Points With the new Visual Lookup System from iOS, you do not have to manually isolate subjects from the background, you simply tap to isolate them. Visual Lookup System is only available for iPhones that have an A12 chip and newer If you have anything older than an iPhone X, the Visual Lookup System […]

Key Points Even though the MP3 format is still the most popular digital audio format, iPhones and MP3s don’t always get along. If you have an iPhone but don’t have a Mac computer, don’t worry. You are not out of luck. You can still use your computer to transfer MP3s over to your iPhone. The […]

While role-playing video games were gaining popularity in the 80s, PCs and console systems would dominate the RPG industry, until Nintendo released the iconic Game Boy in 1989. This took the gaming world by storm, and handheld RPGs really took off after this period. Fast forward to 2004, and we saw an even more successful […]

During its ten-year lifespan, the PlayStation Portable was undoubtedly home to many different types of games. It sold more than 80 million units between 2004 and 2014, which is a testament to the strength of its game library. There’s a good chance if you ever owned a PlayStation Portable (or PSP as it was often […]

Mostly known for its action and side-scroller games, the Game Gear also had its fair selection of RPGs for players to choose from, and many still have a cult following today. As far as video game consoles of that generation go, the Game Gear was praised for its extensive game library and processing power. We’re […]

Although Google Cloud is a latecomer in the cloud market, it has found its way to one of the top positions of cloud supremacy, as its competitive features have converted many to the service. Let’s dive into Google Cloud and Google Cloud Status to understand exactly how these services are used and what they can […]

Discussing the concept of a true sandbox-style video game is one of the most interesting conversations a game enthusiast can have. The best Sega Genesis sandbox games of all time really open up the debate. We have to answer some serious questions before we get to the heart of the matter. Let’s dive right in! […]

To say laptops are important in today’s world would be an understatement. More than ever, they are at the center of everything we do, whether it’s work, entertainment, or communication. With technology always improving and making our lives easier, it might be hard to imagine what life was like before laptops were invented. There are […]

We’ve all been there–our Mac starts to run slow or act weird, and we don’t know what to blame. If you can trace your problem to a specific app, it is often as simple as uninstalling and reloading the application. But what happens when an app will not delete? While Macs are famed for their […]

The increased number of connected devices in homes today calls for a Wi-Fi upgrade. And not just any upgrade, but one that supports your smart home devices, 4K and 8K content streaming, gaming, and large file downloads and uploads without lagging. Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E offer all this and other cutting-edge features, like traffic […]

It took quite a bit of trial and error and experimentation to get home video to where it is today. Long before the advent of 4K UHD discs, Blu-rays, DVDs, and streaming, the home video industry saw some truly strange inventions, such as the CED. In the first half of the 20th century, it was […]

Tesla is the first name that comes to mind when discussing EV companies. Other people assume that it is the only company that manufactures electric vehicles. Those familiar with other EV companies mainly know General Motors, Toyota, BMW, Ford, and Nissan. In reality, some EV companies are flying under the radar, with some located in […]

Portable document formats (PDFs) are opportune document types that have been of great help, especially with the increased dependency on electronic documents. They are widely used in resumes, e-books, manuals, and e-novels, among other documents. Of all the reasons you may have for using documents in PDF format, the greatest is that it is universally […]

Chromebooks have grown immensely popular in recent years. In 2020 their sales surpassed Mac laptops for two quarters. Chromebooks are lightweight laptops and require less power to run, making them perfect for people who use laptops for browsing. One drawback with Chromebooks is that you cannot install software not explicitly made for them. Because of […]

Amber Alerts are an essential, life-saving tool for missing persons and their families. With that being said, the system is far from perfect. Whether receiving an irrelevant alert from halfway across your state or getting that deafening tone in the middle of the night, it helps to know how to turn off Amber Alerts on […]

There are a lot of Xbox 360 sports games that you can play right now ranging from football, basketball, soccer, and hockey among others. Some of these games include the FIFA series, the NHL series, and NBA 2K series. With several titles and head-to-head competition between game publishers and developers, picking the best Xbox 360 […]

When AWS Glue launched in 2017, big data was already seen as a critical resource for a business. IT Firms have been using big data to drive success in various ways, and companies continue to adopt AWS Glue for data integration. Cloud platforms or hybrid clouds now make up 65% of organizations’ choices for data […]

The NFT space is expanding, and we’ve seen unique projects. Cryptoys is one of the more interesting projects to catch our eye, and they have an exciting launch in the works with Cryptoys He-Man NFTs. On November 9th, the Masters of the Universe NFTs arrive on the blockchain courtesy of Cryptoys and Mattel. The concept […]

There’s plenty to love about PlayStation Plus with three tiers. Premium, Extra, and Essential each have unique benefits and price points. However, not everyone sticks to PlayStation forever. With the Xbox, the Nintendo Switch, and PC gaming all nearly as popular as the PlayStation, it’s not out of the ordinary for a person to need […]

Hey, where’d that app go? The one you were just about to use? It was right there, and now it’s gone. Well, now it’s just an app with a little cloud logo. What happened here? What you just experienced is known as iPhone’s automatic app offloading. It’s far more frustrating than helpful for many Apple […]

Nothing is worse than reading an article when the paywall pops up halfway. Whether it’s a national news headline worth keeping up with or a local story directly impacting you, it’s frustrating to be blocked from reading something you need to know about. Your first instinct would be to shell out the money for a […]

When it comes to handheld video game systems, the Game Boy Advance is one of the most memorable names in the gaming industry. Part of the sixth generation of video game consoles, the Game Boy Advance was released in North America on June 11, 2001, and would go on to sell over 81 million units […]

Microsoft’s successor to the popular Xbox 360, the Xbox One represents the third video game console Microsoft has released. Part of the eighth generation of gaming, the Xbox One competed against Sony’s PlayStation 4 along with the Nintendo Wii U and later the Nintendo Switch. A major leap in processing power over the Xbox 360, […]

During its most recent financial reporting, Nintendo revealed that its Switch console has sold a massive 114.33 million units. That’s a big enough number for the Switch to sit firmly as Nintendo’s third best-selling console of all time and the fifth best-selling overall. The Nintendo Switch and its hybrid hardware serve as both a home […]

Like the Nintendo handheld consoles before it, the Nintendo 3DS was a shining example of just how good a portable video game console could be. Originally launched in 2011 as the successor to the Nintendo DS, the 3DS would go on to have multiple iterations that would ship more than 75 million consoles worldwide. Part […]

3D printing is a fascinating technology that allows users to create physical objects from their desired digital designs. The process entails molding layers of liquid material to parts of the design and fusing them. This type of technology may sound futuristic to most people, but that is far from the truth. 3D printing technology has […]

Electric vehicles are gradually taking the automobile market by storm since they offer alternatives to gasoline-powered ones. They are energy efficient, environmentally friendly, and incorporate advanced technology and designs that ensure a great driving experience. When you think about electric vehicles, the first brand that probably pops up is Tesla. The company has dominated the […]

The Game Boy Advance marked a new direction for Nintendo and its popular line of handheld consoles. Released as part of the sixth generation of consoles alongside the Nintendo GameCube, the Sony PlayStation 2, and the Microsoft Xbox, 2001’s Game Boy Advance was a definitive improvement even over the 20th century’s immensely successful Game Boy […]