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Quick Links Summary Netflix requires each household to have their own subscription. Its methods of figuring out if you’re sharing your account with people outside of the home can, however, be a bit over-zealous. We’ll show you how to make Netflix think you’re watching from home, even when you’re somewhere else. Why Netflix Doesn’t Let You Stream From Other Locations Netflix is clear about its policy for sharing accounts: they don’t like it, and theydon’t want people sharing accounts between householdsto avoid subscription fees....

Quick Links Summary Not sure who you have sent friend requests on Facebook? Want to find out and possibly cancel your outgoing friend requests? If so, it’s easy to check your sent friend requests on Facebook’s desktop site and mobile app. We’ll show you how to do just that on your devices. How to Check Sent Friend Requests on Facebook’s Desktop Site If you’re on a Windows, Mac, Linux, or Chromebook computer,use the Facebook desktop siteto find and cancelyour sent friend requests....

Summary Steam Replays are great. They provide stats about your gaming habits from the last year, showing off your dedication to having a good time. But they also show every game you’ve played to other members of your Steam family so if you want to stop that from happening next year, you have to act now. Steam Replay Shows Everything You Played Over the Year Steam Replay is a year-in-review type feature provided by Steam near the end of each year....

I’ve been using Windows 11 for over two years now, and during that time I’ve customized it in many ways to work well for me. If you’re new to Windows 11, the first thing I’d recommend is making these seven adjustments. 7Hide the Taskbar Search Box On the Windows 11 taskbar, you’re able to manually pin applications you frequently use. However, by default, Windows 11 comes with items like widgets, task view, and search pinned tothe taskbar....

Summary A Windows laptop that doubles as an Android tablet. That’s the idea behind Lenovo’sThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid, an odd machine that’s left me mystified. It’s a unique piece of engineering, a questionable concept, and a massive investment all wrapped up in a 14-inch machine. Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid Lenovo’s ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid offers a combined Windows and Android experience, flagship power, and a gorgeous screen....

Summary With theThinkPad E16 Gen 1, Lenovo aims to cater to the business audience with a sub-$1000 machine that’s more substance than flash. Featuring a solid build and some well-chosen components, this laptop does a lot right on paper. Despite some of its short-comings, Lenovo has another winner for business users, and maybe even a general audience, looking for a relatively inexpensive, no-frills laptop that delivers good performance. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 There’s an undeniable appeal to the ThinkPad E16 Gen 1’s basic practicality and usability that just might make it a good option even for non-business users who don’t mind substance without much style....

Mecha Breakwas released in early July, bringing a new and exciting experience for fans of the mech combat genre. It’s frenetic and full of cool robots, but for a true fan like me, no single game is enough. That’s why I’d recommend playing these other mecha games if you need even more robots in your life. 6Armored Core 6: The Fires of Rubicon You just can’t talk about mecha games without bringing upArmored Core....

While you can game withanymouse (and I have!) there’s nothing like a tuned gaming rodent to give you the best experience while playing on PC—and sometimes even on consoles! While plenty of people will spend a huge chunk of money on fancy gaming mice, I’m notthatcompetitive, and instead I’ve been wielding a gaming mouse for a while now that’s not only a budget champion, butwirelessto boot—theLogitech G305 Lightspeed. Small, but Mighty Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse The G305 is an affordable wireless gaming mouse that doesn’t feel any less responsive than the wired competition....

Quick Links Summary While most earbuds are relatively universal, more and more, we’re seeing earbuds that are tied into a specific ecosystem. Sure, you can use theSamsung Galaxy Buds 2 Prowith any Android phone or even an iPhone, but you don’t get the full experience if you’re not using a supported Samsung device. This isn’t new, as Apple and Google both offer similarly tightly integrated earbuds for their platforms. In the case of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, using them with a (newer) Samsung device gets you 24-bit high-res streaming, 360-degree audio, and tightly integrated voice assistant features....

Summary Based on what we’ve seen so far, the Nintendo Switch 2 is simply a bigger, better, and modern take on the existing Nintendo Switch. Does this mean Nintendo is playing it safe? No, it means Nintendo is sticking to its established strategy. People Are Disappointed That Switch 2 Has No Apparent “Gimmick” An article by Eurogamer titledIf Switch 2 is the end of innovative Nintendo, there’s much to be sad aboutcaught my eye shortly after the reveal video posted by Nintendo a few days before writing this....

Quick Links There’s something about certain games that makes them “feel” good to play, but it’s not always easy to figure out why. The reasons differ for every game, but most can attribute their satisfying “game feel” to a mixture of five important qualities. What Is “Game Feel”? “Game feel” refers to a video game’s capability to create tactile sensations through gameplay. For example, some games convey a sense of weight or smoothness in their mechanics, such as the “heavy” combat ofMonster Hunter Wildsor the “fluid” movement ofTitanfall 2....

If you’ve taken the plunge with the 13-inch iPad Pro, you’ll want to kit it out with a case to protect it against accidental damage. Spigen Rugged Armor Pro for iPad Pro 13-inch For a premium-feeling iPad Pro 13-inch case that delivers excellent value, consider the Spigen Rugged Armor Pro. This sleek folio protector combines practical features, such as Air Cushion corners, Apple Pencil storage, and versatile viewing modes, with stylish carbon fiber details and a refined matte black finish....

Quick Links Smart speakers are great to have, as they can assist with everyday questions, tasks, and entertainment. Yet, while they do well on their own, it doesn’t mean you’re able to’t step them up with some accessories. While individually useful, accessories help adapt your smart speaker to its environment or enhance its capabilities. Here are some of my favorite accessories I’ve purchased for my smart speaker that helped take it to the next level....