Quick Links My Samsung Galaxy smartphone has a clever feature called Dual Messenger that lets me keep two versions of certain apps, along with a second contacts list, to help me keep my work and home life separate. It’s a top-tier feature that every Samsung user should try—here’s how to use it. What is Samsung Dual Messenger? Dual Messenger is a feature available on Samsung Galaxy smartphones that allows you to create a second, entirely separate clone of five different apps:WhatsApp, Snapchat, Facebook, Telegram, and Messenger....

Quick Links The file system on Windows PCs and Macs is full of folders: Pictures, Documents, Music, and, of course, Downloads. Despite our best efforts, the Downloads folder is often the catch-all, and yours is probably overdue for a cleaning. The Hoarding Folder Of all the folders on your PC, there’s a good chance the Downloads folder is the messiest. Typically, anything you download or save from the internet is automatically dumped in the Downloads folder—unless you manually change it....

If you love movies, you’re able to tell your followers on various social media platforms about what you’re watching, butLetterboxdis the only social network created solely for movie fans. It’s a fast-growing but still underrated corner of the social-media landscape. Here’s why you should join. Founded in 2011 in New Zealand by a pair of cinephiles, Letterboxd has since grown to 9 million users while retaining its curated, close-knit community feel....

Quick Links Typical, everyday lighting can be a little dull. Whether you’ve installed several soft white bulbs throughout your home or you’ve opted for LED upgrades, standard lights can leave a lot to be desired while also running up your electric bill. With today’s innovative designs and advancements in technology, there’s no reason to settle.Lumaryoffers a variety of recessed lighting options that feature vivid color selections, intelligent capabilities, and energy-saving qualities all at once....

Read update Updated deal price Between 8th July to 13th July, the price of the Q7 M5+ is being reduced to $249.99 (original deal price $279.99), and the price of the Q10 S5+ is being reduced to $299.99 (original deal price $349.99). Keeping a clean home can feel like an endless task, especially during busy summer days when everyone seems to bring in sand, grass, or pet hair. Roborock’s new Qrevo and Q Series robot vacuums are designed to tackle these daily messes effortlessly, giving families, pet owners, and anyone short on time a way to keep floors spotless without lifting a finger....

Quick Links We’ve mostly been hearing music the same way ever since the first stereo records began hitting in the late 1950s. That’s set to change with spatial audio, which is catching on in a big way. TheSonos Era 300is the company’s first attempt at making a speaker meant specifically for spatial audio. The Era 300 isn’t entirely alone on the market. Both Apple, with itssecond-generation HomePod, and Amazon, with theEcho Studio, have their own spatial audio offerings....

Steam has rolled out a new “Trade Protection” feature, and it’s going to make it much harder for hackers to steal your valuable in-game items. This new system is designed to help you out if your account ever gets compromised due to malware, hacking, or phishing. When you make a trade involving items from a game that supports Trade Protection, those items are delivered instantly, and you can even equip and play with them right away....

Quick Links Many Android devices can be used with a TV, but they aren’t all “Android TV” devices. That’s a very important distinction to make when shopping around. You don’t want to end up with a spyware-ridden knock-off—so here’s what you need to know. One of Android’s greatest strengths can sometimes be one of its greatest weaknesses. As an open-source operating system, there’s nothing to stop any ol' manufacturer from putting theAndroid Open-Source Project (AOSP)on a device....

Quick Links Summary The best Wordle alternatives and clones include Skribbl.io, Absurdle, TypeRacer, Codeword Puzzles (Crosswords), Letterpress, Hangman, and Waffle. If you’veplayed Wordle to deathand want something new that scratches the same itch, you’re in luck—there are tons of available alternatives and clones that will give you similar levels of fulfillment. Why the World Needs Wordle Alternatives Wordle is one of those games that perfectly straddles the border of “easy to understand” and “hard to master....

Despite various woes in both the gaming hardware and software department, one place where Microsoft has always been the undisputed leader in gaming (in my opinion) is when it comes to accessibility. The original Xbox Adaptive Controller was a revelation, and it took years for either Sony or (sort of) Nintendo to bother creating an equivalent solution. Thanks to that adaptive controller, thousands of players with various disabilities could find a control solution that would let them enjoy their favorite games....

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate’s “stream your own game” feature now works on Xbox consoles. In effect, you can play games that you’ve purchased without waiting through a long download or installation process. The “stream your own game” system, whichlaunched in betalate last year, allows you to stream games that normally aren’t available through Xbox Cloud Gaming. The catch, of course, you must own a game before it can be streamed.Over 100 gamessupport the “stream your own game” feature, including brand-new titles likeAssassin’s Creed Shadowsand popular indie games likeDredge....

The X-Files is one of the greatest shows ever to grace TV screens anywhere in the world, and though the show fizzled out a little towards the end there, its cultural impact just can’t be overstated. The great thing about the X-Files (and most pre-streaming shows) is that you don’t really have to watch the whole thing. Sure, there’s a long-term overarching plotline that sometimes ties different episodes together, but in general most episodes are self-contained or span maybe two or three episodes to make a small arc....

When people think of tablets, they usually think of iPads. However, there is a robust market of Android tablets such as the Pixel Tablet, Samsung Galaxy Tablets, and tablets from others like Lenovo and OnePlus. There is another option that most people don’t think of—Chromebook tablets. For me, Chromebook tablets are the ideal tablet. Most people would never consider one, but I’m here to tell you why I think it’s the best tablet experience out there....