Anker's ultra-popular ANC wireless earbuds plummet to lowest price at 51% off
Great sound, ANC, and style — what more could you want from a $49 pair of earbuds
If you're looking for a great pair of earbuds that won't cost you an arm and leg, these Soundcore Space A40 by Anker are going to be right up your alley. Not only do you get earbuds that are compact and sleek, but you also get impressive performance as well, with rich sound and jaw-dropping ANC.
How to set up a PIN on your Roku stick or streamer
Prevent unauthorized purchases on your Roku streaming device and TV
Roku devices have a Channel Store to install streaming apps and games on your TV. Roku makes it easy to find and download channels on your top streaming device. The company also offers an option to set a PIN to prevent guests and children from making unintentional purchases, downloading irrelevant channels, and accessing restricted content on the Roku Channel.
14 simple Roku tips and tricks to try on your next movie night
Take your streaming to the next level
Streaming is how we access everything, from movies, sports events, and TV shows to music. The on-demand and live content is available on everything from our phones to our TVs. We even have smart devices that make our older devices smart. Streaming devices are one of the best examples, and using them makes older devices smarter or TVs with complicated systems simple.
WhatsApp wants you to know when someone likes your status updates
The feature is currently in development
WhatsApp is a full-blown communications platform that doesn’t hide the influence parent company Meta has had on its functions and features. As one of the best messaging apps around, Meta’s way forward with WhatsApp has been the gradual inclusion of features from sister apps like Instagram and Messenger. We saw that when status updates launched a few years ago. The app’s developers seem to be working on a notification system for likes you receive for posted status updates.
How to delete your TikTok cache, and why you should
Your doomscrolling is attracting clutter. Here's why you need to clear it
TikTok houses entertaining content that can quickly fill up the storage on your Android phone or tablet. Like most apps, it stores caches containing videos you recently watched and thumbnails. Since the data is on your device, the app loads quicker and uses less mobile data when you revisit content. Caches typically prevent lags or crashes from apps constantly fetching data. But as they accumulate, they cause technical issues, and you need to clear them. If your TikTok app misbehaves, here's how to free the cache system.
How to send iMessages from your Windows PC or laptop
Continue your iMessage conversations without leaving your desktop
Apple is steadily bringing its apps and services to Windows. However, the company doesn't seem to have any intention of launching iMessage on Windows PCs or Android phones. If you use an iPhone with Windows, Microsoft has a workaround for sending or receiving iMessages from your computer. When working on the desktop, reaching for your iPhone for incoming iMessages isn't productive. Microsoft's Phone Link app on Windows connects your iPhone to Windows and manages your iMessages like a pro.
Best Pixel 7a deals: One of our favorite phones is now free from participating carriers
Or you can score $150 off an unlocked model and get it for its lowest price yet
The Pixel 7a is still one of the best budget Android phones you can buy in 2024. It comes with the perfect combination of style and performance, and really caters to those that want the experience of a Pixel without spending a lot of money. While it original retail price came in at $499, it has since dropped quite a bit, with plenty of great deals to be had that can save you a lot of money.
With the Pixel Watch 2 strutting in the space once occupied by the original Pixel Watch and a new mysterious Wear OS-powered device surfacing, it may seem like Google’s first foray into smartwatches is on the outs. However, there’s still plenty of life in your Google Pixel Watch, which remains a relatively low-cost wearable for those looking for an entry-level option. Most importantly, you can still customize the Pixel Watch with a new band that may fit your style better.
How do fingerprint sensors work?
From sci-fi movies to everyday life, fingerprint scanners are everywhere
Despite our best efforts, locks are susceptible to picking and passwords to hacking. So, how should we protect our stuff? The answer might lie in biometrics. Once a feature of Sci-fi cinema, fingerprint scanning technology now fits in our pockets, marking its presence across devices from secure buildings to ATMs and premium Chromebooks. There are three primary types of fingerprint scanners: optical, capacitive, and ultrasonic. Here's how these technologies function and why they are favored today.
Answering phone calls can be anxiety-inducing, especially when you receive too many robocalls. Robocalls are tools for scamming and other fraudulent activities. Whether you use a high-end or budget Android phone, you can combat robocalls by turning on the built-in spam filter or using third-party apps. This guide shows you all the ways you can eliminate pesky robocalls.
Gmail offers 15GB of free storage for each new account, and that space fills up fast. It is shared across all Google services, whether it's Photos, Drive, or any Google Workspace apps you use. To get extra room in your Gmail storage, upgrade to a paid Google One storage plan or clean up existing files. We walk you through some digital cleaning tips to try when your Gmail storage is full. Try these tips on your desktop rather than a 5G Android phone or iPhone for an easier time managing files.
How to turn off your Roku streaming device
Shutting down your Roku streaming device isn't absolutely necessary
Thanks to an intuitive user interface, robust app support, and multiple products at different price points, Roku's offerings remain popular in the streaming device market. Except for Roku TVs and a few USB-powered streamers, most Roku devices are designed to stay on and connected to the internet at all times. However, there are times when you want to power off your Roku device.
Smart home technology should make your life easier, safer, and more relaxed, and today's extensive selection of refined smart devices makes that a more reasonable expectation than ever. No matter what smart ecosystem you're interested in, there's a glut of worthwhile devices to consider.
There's no dearth of social media apps that you can try out today. However, some major platforms, like X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, etc, stick out, mainly due to the sheer volume of active users. We see competitors trying to eat into each other's market share from time to time, with Meta taking that route last year when it announced Threads. While its popularity may have plateaued a bit since its initial arrival, the app continues to work on new features, with a new test bringing the familiar archiving feature to the Meta-owned platform.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is one of the best Android phones in 2024, thanks to its compact form-factor, fast chipset, excellent cameras on the back, and the incredible seven years of software support. The phone sports a large 6.2-inch LTPO AMOLED display that’s bright, colorful, and gorgeous regardless of what you play on it. However, as is the case with all smartphones, it’s made of glass and easy to scratch and scuff.
You like keeping your home spotless all over, don't you? Not just the floors and carpets but every corner and the edges around furniture as well. Your wait to ensure an always sparkling home is over with the newly launched Yeedi M12 Pro+, a revolutionary robot vacuum and mop.
Google Photos looks to speed up permanent photo deletion
Code suggests users could define retention period in the bin
Google Photos is one of many pre-installed Google apps on most Android phones, and it has been abuzz with new features recently. The app’s developers have redesigned the Memories tab and are now working on efficient storage of all your photos and videos with features like storage saver coming to the mobile app. The latest beta version also reveals another potential addition along similar lines — support for quicker auto-deletion of images from the Bin.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has been on the market for a while and is one of the best modern flip phones. It has a lot to like, including a powerful chip, a compact form factor, and a valuable secondary display. But, its foldable design makes it more fragile than a traditional smartphone. So, for those who already own the Galaxy Z Flip 5 or are considering picking one up, it is paramount to protect it with a case.
Have you ever sent a quick DM on Instagram and realized it was incomplete or had a few embarrassing typos? With Meta's new update, you can edit your direct messages for up to 15 minutes after you send them. Before this update, your only option was to unsend the message and send a new message. This guide explains how to edit your DMs through the Instagram app. Before you begin, update the app to access this feature on your flagship or budget Android phone or iPhone.
With so many different Android devices, there are also various versions of the popular mobile operating system. Some Android device manufacturers may provide multiple methods of rolling back to an older version of Android. Others may only offer minimal options. Google Pixel phones, for example, are known to have some of the best support for developers, which makes the downgrading process easier. From the automated Android Flash Tool to installing a system image manually, we cover everything you need to know in the guide below.