Quick Links Tired of waiting for Spotify Hi-Fi to launch? If hi-res music streaming is what you want, there are some options available right now. Here are some alternatives you can try that provide the lossless audio the audiophile in you craves. Spotify Hi-Fi was announced all the way back in 2021, and over three years later, the company’s CEO still says it’s “in early days.” So, we’re not exactly confident it’s coming any time soon....

Summary The better technology gets, the harder it becomes to market. Which is why TV manufacturers often focus on flashy features that don’t actually mean much in practice. One of their favorite specifications is how thin a TV is, conjuring images of a TV that might as well be a window recessed into the wall. However, how much does the thinness of a TV actually matter? If you ask me, not very much at all!...

Quick Links Summary Sometimes, you might see the message “Failed - Virus Detected” when you attempt to download a file on Google Chrome. What does this message mean? Is it safe to bypass it? And how can you do that? Here’s everything you need to know. Why Chrome Shows the “Failed - Virus Detected” Message When you attempt to download a file from the internet using Google Chrome, it’s first scanned by Chrome’s built-in security system and Windows Security....

Quick Links You may not think of YouTube in the same breath as Netflix or Disney+, but it’s sneakily the most popular streaming platform out there. That makesYouTube Premiuma pretty awesome subscription to have. Let’s make sure you’re getting your money’s worth. YouTube isn’tbadwithout a Premium subscription, but there are certainly some very nice benefits to paying the$13.99 per month.Removing adsis obviously the big reason to get YouTube Premium, so that won’t be included in this list....

Quick Links Minecraft is a fantastic game, and it has one of the largest modding communities in gaming history. What if you want to add some personal flair to your game, but you’re not a graphic artist? Here’s how to use Stable Diffusion to make textures for Minecraft. Everything You Need to Get Started There are a bunch of programs you’ll need before you can get started. They’re all free (or have free alternatives), except for Minecraft itself....

Quick Links Everything running on your Linux computer is a process. Processes ought to play nicely with others, but sometimes they need to be taken in hand. Linux provides the tools you’ll need. Processes and Linux Linux computers use a special set of programs and temporary file systems to boot your computer to the point where the operating system can be started. The kernel then creates the firstuser spaceprocess, by launching the systemd process....

Quick Links Summary It can be frustrating when you try to message or call someone on your iPhone, only to find their contact information is missing. Luckily, there’s a good chance you’re able to restore it. Here’s what you need to know. Restore Contacts on iCloud.com Restoring contacts from iCloud.com only works if they were added to the iCloud group in the Contacts app. If the missing contacts are from another provider, such as Google, Yahoo, or Outlook, they will not automatically be backed up to iCloud....

Quick Links Once, if you wanted to add checkboxes to your Excel spreadsheet, you had to use Form Controls in the Developer tab, a route that required some level of expertise. However, in June 2024, Microsoft introduced a much simpler way to use checkboxes. How to Add and Remove Checkboxes Excel’s Checkbox option is in the Controls group of the Insert tab on the ribbon. By default, the Controls group isn’t immediately visible when you open the Insert tab, so first, you’ll need toenable it first....

Passkeys might be the future of passwords, as they make your accounts more secure and also more convenient by giving them unique codes that are automatically saved and syncronized. But while we’re still getting there, we need to keep using our passwords. LastPass, which recently became quite infamous because of a catastrophic security breach, is now enforcing longer master passwords on users. LastPass has recently announced a series of changes to enhance user security, urging customers to update their master password length and complexity, re-enroll in multi-factor authentication (MFA), and adhere to new security measures....

If you love Hollywood blockbusters on the big screen, why not have an even more enjoyable experience in the comfort of your home? Plus, you may binge-watch the latest TV series or enjoy games like you do on your favorite couch or chair. The new Yaber K3 series projector experience is crafted to give you just that. A pioneer and a global leader in entertainment projectors,Yaberis the choice of over two million home theater enthusiasts across 120 countries....

Apple has released the new macOS Sequoia 15.1 software bringing Apple Intelligence and other new features following the operating system’s September debut. To install an over-the-air update, click the Apple menu and choose the System Settings option, then navigate to General > Software Update and follow the instructions.Apple Intelligencerequires a Mac powered by Apple silicon, including M1 MacBooks and newer, with Siri language and regional settings set to U.S. English. It’s also available on the latest iPhone 16 lineup and last year’s iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models....

A long-awaited display feature of Microsoft Excel has finally arrived—Dark Mode. You can now work on your spreadsheets with a darker theme on Windows PCs. As far as modern technological trends go, Dark Mode is certainly towards the top of the list. Indeed, it seems that every platform and program—fromGoogle ChromeandMicrosoft EdgetoYouTubeandWikipedia—offers the option to switch from a white background to a black one. But there’s good reason to opt for this visual transition....

In resopnse to user complaints, Microsoft now confirms that its April security updates break VPN functionality in Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, and subsequent Windows Server releases. Affected users may uninstall the security updates or simply wait for a fix from Microsoft. This problem impacts users who installed the April 2024 security update (KB5036893) or the April 2024 preview update. Some users may not experience VPN failure, though the problem is common enough to warranta warningfrom Microsoft....