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If you frequently use Google’s suite of productivity web apps, learning and using shortcuts can greatly save you time while using the app, letting you zip through tasks easily. Now, Google is changing the shortcuts around a bit, and while they’re a bit harder to get right now, the reasoning makes sense. Google has rolled out a set of revamped shortcuts for the web version of Google Drive. Some of the new shortcuts, which are currently being rolled out to users, are actually pretty similar to the shortcuts you already have....

Quick Links Summary My relationship with the Pixel series of phones can best be described as love/hate. I adore the Pixel-exclusive features. And the Pixel 7 Pro is once again among the best smartphone cameras you can buy. But I always find a near “deal breaker.” This time it’s the easy-to-scratch screen. The Pixel 7 Pro launched in late 2022, and I’ve been using one since early October. Last year, I reviewed thePixel 6 Proand gave high marks, even if it had a few “minor issues....

Quick Links Summary Can’t wait until your Story automatically expires and gets deleted? If so, you may manually remove all Snaps and delete your Snapchat Story. You can do this in Snapchat’s both iPhone and Android apps, and we’ll show you how. How to Delete a Snapchat Story on iPhone and Android Snapchat allows you to remove individual Snaps from your Story, letting youdelete the items you don’t likeand keep the ones you wish to preserve....

Quick Links Instagram Threads may seem like it’s mobile-only, but there’s actually a really great desktop user experience, too. There are super useful customizations available that make Threads one of the best social platforms available today. And if you miss TweetDeck, this may be especially for you. When Threads first launched in 2023,millions of people signed up right away, barely knowing what the app could do. There was so much excitement!...

Quick Links With the production of optical discs seemingly nearing its end, but the numerous problems of streaming services making physical media attractive again, it’s probably a good time to go over the basics of keeping your DVDs and Blu-rays in good working order. Even if you used to know all the tricks! Why We Need to Have “The Talk” At the risk of making some readers feel a little old, there are now several generations of people who have probably never used or handled optical discs....

Quick Links Summary Remove Activation Lock by entering the password for the account that initially secured the Mac when prompted. You can also disable the feature under System Settings or use iCloud.com to remove the device from your account, disabling Activation Lock that way instead. Activation Lock first appeared on the iPhone as a means of preventing thieves from using stolen Apple devices and has subsequently found its way onto the Mac, Apple Watch, and more....

Summary Going back to school can be an expensive endeavor. If you are eager to learn but don’t have the cash for a degree, there are ways you can jump into online learning for free—by auditing classes! What is Auditing a Class? It sounds serious, but auditing a class is an easy option for people to try out an online class for free without any commitment. It’s very similar to the way students can attend a sample class at their university at the start of a semester....

Summary The latest and greatest AAA games can use a boatload of video memory when you crank the visuals to high or ultra. With such an insatiable appetite for VRAM, is an 8GB GPU enough to play the latest games in 2024? I’ve got an 8GB GPU, and here’s what I’ve learned. 8GB of Memory Is Plenty for Indie, eSports, and Older Games Gamers who play less demanding indie titles, eSports multiplayer games, and older AAA games (released in 2020 and earlier) shouldn’t worry about their 8GB GPUs....

Summary A powerful laptop with a long battery life and comfortable thermals—that’s all I ask for, and that’s exactly whatLenovo’s Yoga Slim 7i Aura Editiondelivers. It’s one of the best professional laptops available today. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition Powered by an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition features desktop-class power, an all-day battery life, a color-accurate IPS display, comfortable thermals, and surprisingly solid graphics performance....

Luxury featuresonce exclusive to high-end vehicles are now making their way into more affordable cars, transforming the driving experience for everyone. Fromsophisticated techto premium comfort, these features bring a touch of opulence without the hefty price tag. Automakers are increasingly integratingadvanced featuresthat enhance safety, convenience, and comfort in more affordable models. These upgrades make premium technology accessible to a wider range of drivers. The data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible....

Quick Links Summary TheMophie Powerstation XLpromises up to four full phone charges and convenient simultaneous charging. While there’s no shortage of power banks on the market, this one is an efficient battery pack for travelers and digital nomads who want some bang for their buck. Portable power banks have come a long way since 2017, when the Mophie Powerstation of the time was a 6,000mAh affair with two USB-A ports and a price tag of $50....

Summary When my smart home is working perfectly, it can feel like magic. Unfortunately, this is rarely the case. Things go wrong all the time, whether from my incessant tinkering or things beyond my control, such as power outages. For a long time, smart home problems used to drive my family insane. My automations were often making their lives harder, not easier. However, I finally managed to get them on board....

Summary Having spent well over a decade with my stalwart but weighty Razer Naga, I’ve never taken a chance on a lightweight mouse. I was therefore surprised to find myself not only loving theNZXT Lift Elite Wirelessbut also thriving with it in-game. NZXT Lift Elite Wireless Mouse A lightweight gaming mouse with 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity. It uses customization software to set its DPI, polling rate, and more. Price and Availability The NZXT Lift Elite Wireless mouse retails for $79....