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Summary Apple iPhone 16 Apple’s newest iPhone featuring a camera button, programmable action button, and artificial intelligence features. The iPhone 16 is bringing exciting camera features and the Pro line’s Action button to the flagship smartphone, while the iPhone 16 Plus offers this same feature set alongside a larger screen. If you’re wondering which model best suits you, let’s break down their similarities and differences. “Plus” Applies to Both Size and Weight The iPhone 16 retains the aluminum-banded design of its predecessor, available in a slate of both familiar and new color choices: black, white, pink, teal and ultramarine....

Google has updated its software so that Live Photos taken with your iPhone are also transferred as part of the iOS to Android migration. If you’re like me, youkeep Live Photos enabled on your iPhoneas a sort of insurance policy against missed moments. In the past, switching to Android meant losing your Live Photos, but that’s no longer the case. That’s because Google has made switching from iOS easier by updating both Pixel’s new Android setup tool and the standalone Data Transfer Tool app, now rebranded as Android Switch, with support for transferring Live Photos from iPhones....

Summary There’s a lot of hullabaloo about Apple selling base model laptops with “only” 8GB of unified memory, and there have been some ridiculous claims from both sides of the table, such as 8GB on Apple Silicon being exactly like 16GB on Windows, or that Apple Silicon systems have poor performance with 8GB. Either way, I’m doubling up on my next Mac. I’m Still Perfectly Happy With My 8GB Mac I’m in absolutely no hurry to replace my base model M1 MacBook Air, and this is quite frankly thebest $1000 I have ever spent on a computer....

Summary The Nothing Phone (3) was recently launched as Nothing’s closest attempt to an actual flagship to date. And while it gets close, it still misses the mark on some key issues. One of the aspects where it misses the mark by a lot is repairability, so make sure your screen never breaks. iFixit has performed one of its famous teardowns on the newNothing Phone (3), and showed off several issues and design choices that make the smartphone difficult and costly to repair....

Summary Razer’s BlackWidow keyboardshave been a PC gaming staple since 2010. I swore by an early model for over a decade thanks to its durability, responsiveness, and of course, mechanical clacks. This had me excited to see how far the keyboard line had come with time, only to walk away largely disappointed. Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% A mechanical gaming keyboard with an OLED screen to display system information, a polling rate of up to 4,000 Hz, and tactile switches....

Quick Links Whether you’re setting up a spooktacular Halloween display or a cozy Christmas scene, you really should grab a pack of smart plugs. Why Are Smart Plugs Perfect for the Holidays? Over the years, I have used a lot of different solutions for holiday lighting and accessories. Mechanical timers, digital timers, dawn-to-dusk sensors, timers with dusk sensors that run lights for X number of hours and then shut off, you name it....

The “Stop Killing Games” movement has reached an important goal by collecting enough signatures to push for new laws in the United Kingdom. This effort, which focuses on stopping video games from being shut down and made unplayable, will finally be seen by the UK Parliament. This initiative started in 2024 when gaming content creator Scott Ross launched the movement. Since then, theStop Killing Games campaignhas gained strong support and may change the laws of the UK and the EU....

Quick Links Summary The “i” icon on an Apple Watch is used to display information about your watch and to pair it to an iPhone manually. you may also use the “i” icon in the Watch app on your iPhone to unpair your watch. The “i” icon on your Apple Watch is a useful tool for viewing additional information and pairing your watch with your iPhone. Let’s take a closer look at the “i” icon, including what it does and how to use it....

Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids are a game-changer for anyone with mild to moderate hearing loss. These non-prescription devices make it easier and more affordable to improve your hearing without needing a doctor’s visit. EARGO 7 Hearing Aid What to Look For in an OTC Hearing Aid First things first, ensure you actually need a hearing aid. Every product we feature includes a way to test your hearing, either online or through a companion app, so you may determine if a hearing aid is right for you....

While physical photos will fade and tear over time, a scanned image can be safely enhanced and stored online forever. This ensures your whole family and subsequent generations can all share their memories and history. Plustek Opticfilm 8200i SE How to Choose the Right Photo Scanner for You A photo scanner is a device you can use to digitize your old family albums. By converting these old pictures, you can preserve them and ensure they last forever....

Quick Links Summary Android, like any operating system (OS), has an advanced mode—usually called “root”—to modify protected system files. Rooting can unlock many advanced features, but there are some big trade-offs as well. If you’re wondering whether to root your Android phone, this article is for you. What Is Android Rooting? The highest permission level is usually calledAdministrator, Root, or Superuser. It unlocks advanced features that require modifying system files. However, enabling it also creates security risks, and this feature shouldn’t be used recklessly....

Summary Ubuntu is the most popular Linux distribution, and there is no denying that! However, being popular doesn’t necessarily mean being the best. So what are the reasons that make me think Ubuntu was and still is the best Linux distro of 2024? The Best Linux Distro—What Does That Mean? The idea behind Linux distros is to offer an optimized pre-packaged experience for a specific workflow. Some distros are optimized for server work, some cater to gamers, others focus on breathing life back into outdated systems, and so on....

If you’re into mechanical keyboards, an important decision you’ll face is picking the case material—and it usually boils down to aluminum and plastic. While many argue that aluminum is the superior choice, I much prefer plastic keyboards. Here’s why. Plastic Isn’t Actually Bad When people hear the word “plastic,” they often assume it means something cheap or low quality. In contrast, keyboard marketing often highlights terms like “CNC aluminum alloy” prominently, making aluminum cases sound inherently superior....