10 July 2017

9.7-Inch and 10.5-Inch iPad Pro Compared: Should You Upgrade?


Apple calls the 2017 10.5-inch iPad Pro and second-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro the “most powerful iPads” they have ever created. From both a hardware and software standpoint, this may be correct, although we probably won’t know for sure until this fall when iOS 11 is released. The new software update, first announced in early June, adds a slew of multitasking tools to Apple’s tablet lineup. Are the newest tablets must-have devices, or are they overkill for your needs? Is it really worth upgrading from a regular old iPad to the new Pro model? It’s time to find out. The New Screen and Size...

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5 Tips to Reset the Administrator Password in Windows XP


Protecting your computer with a strong, unique password remains incredibly important. We have fingerprint, iris, and other biometric scanners integrated with our smartphones and computers. However, a strong single-use password is vital to protecting your data. We’ve covered a significant number of password tips. These include resetting a lost Windows 10 password, how to generate secure passwords on Linux, as well as seven simple password mistakes. This article will focus on how to reset the Administrator Password on Windows XP. We’ve got five excellent tips for you, so read on. 1. Control-Alt-Delete If your Windows XP system is set up...

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Amazon UK’s 30 Hour Prime Day Extravaganza Starts Now! [UK]


Back again for it’s third outing, Amazon’s self-declared shopping holiday is one of the best days to find some great money-saving deals. This year’s Prime Day stretches across a whole 36 hours of deal-hunting fun — starting at 18:00 today! The products are organized into 22 interest categories, making it easier to find the deals you care about. The legendary 'voice of the movie trailer' Redd Pepper announces the start of Prime Day from 6pm. Prime Day is exclusively for Prime Members http://pic.twitter.com/H2KVdA3DaI — Amazon.co.uk (@AmazonUK) July 10, 2017 Remember that in order to benefit from Prime Day you do need to...

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How to Make Netflix Better by Changing a Few Settings


Netflix is probably the best streaming services available right now. There are plenty of others, including Amazon Prime Video and Hulu, plus a bunch of niche streaming services, but Netflix is currently the gold standard despite shrinking the size of its catalog by half in recent years. Whether you are brand new to Netflix or have been using it for several years, there are a few settings you can change to make Netflix even better. And by delving into the settings you can create the perfect Netflix experience for you and your family. And it should all take you no...

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What Is A Smart Doorbell, And Which Should You Buy?


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Imagine you’re watching TV or browsing the web and an unexpected visitor knocks on your door. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could see who it is just by looking at your phone? Or imagine you’re at work and a delivery man comes with a sensitive package. Wouldn’t it be great if you could speak directly to them and give instructions over the phone? What if your doorbell could log all the times someone came to visit? If these features seem like the perfect mix of practical and futuristic, perhaps you should consider installing a smart doorbell in your home. What Is...

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9 Best Pi Programming Resources to Put Your Raspberry Pi to Use


The Raspberry Pi is a nifty device. As a System-on-a-Chip (SoC) single-board device, the Raspberry Pi lends itself well to a bevy of uses. Projects range from media center and retro gaming applications to do-it-yourself (DIY) smart home tech. But programming on the Raspberry Pi offers loads of learning opportunities. Because many Raspberry Pi operating systems (OSes) include development tools, it’s a solid pick to learn programming. However, you can also program the Raspberry Pi for various projects. Check out 10 best Pi Programming resources to put your Raspberry Pi to use. Best Pi Programming Resources Programming resources with the...

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7 White Themes for Windows 10


Back in 2016, dark themes for Windows were all the rage. They were so popular that we introduced you to the best dark themes for Windows 10 anywhere on the web, and you loved them. If you followed our advice and have been running one of those designs since last summer, you might be starting to feel the urge for a change. But instead of sticking with dark tones, why not flip 180 degrees and start running a white (or very light) theme instead? After all, summer’s coming — and dark themes are more suitable for winter. In this article,...

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4 Big Problems With Alexa Voice Shopping and How to Fix Them


The Amazon Echo is primarily a smart home hub, but you can get use out of it for several different scenarios. Maybe you want to make the Echo your music hub, or love the new calling and messaging feature. Did you know that your Echo can also order products from Amazon with just your voice? It’s a convenient option, but carries some important concerns too. If you haven’t tried shopping with Alexa yet, let’s take a look at what you need to know before diving in. Voice Shopping Basics Ordering items on Amazon using an Echo is a breeze. You’ll...

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Office 365 vs. Office 2016: Save Cash Each Year With the Cheapest Solution for Your Needs


Many have derided Microsoft’s decision to offer the subscription-based Office 365 next to Office 2016, but I think it’s great. Contrary to what most think, Office 365 is not a greed-driven move to wring more cash out of gullible users. The two serve different audiences, and they both provide value. But which one is the better value? In this post, we’ll compare Office 365 to Office 2016 and help you decide which one is actually more cost-effective for your needs. For the comparisons, we’ll be using the cheaper year-to-year plans instead of the month-to-month plans because there aren’t many situations where...

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Automatically Change Lock Screen Background Picture In Windows 10


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In Windows 10, the lock screen is the screen that you see right after the boot screen. In fact, on most PCs (PCs with decent to high-end config), it’s the first screen that you see after resuming from hibernation and sleep. We know that the Windows 10 lock screen displays date, time, battery icon and […]

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Can You Make Your Own Internet? Where Does It Come From?


The internet is everywhere and nowhere at the same time. Ask a friend to point at the internet, and at best they will probably pull out their phone or laptop. But those are just bits of plastic and metal with batteries and screens. If they contained the internet, we wouldn’t need data connections. The internet comes from somewhere, but where? And why can’t we make our own? How the Internet Began Like GPS, the internet is a technology born in part out of a desire for military superiority. Shortly after the Russians launched the Sputnik satellite into space, U.S. President Eisenhower created...

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Why You Should Disable Thumbnails in Windows


You’re probably used to seeing thumbnails in Windows. Whenever you open a folder in the File Explorer, thumbnails let you preview pictures, PDFs, and other common documents without opening them. But you don’t really need thumbnails. In fact, disabling them could be a bigger benefit than you think. What are the benefits of turning off thumbnails? Whenever you open a folder, Windows has to use resources to load all the thumbnails. This isn’t a huge deal for folders with two documents, but opening a folder with 500 pictures could take several seconds to load them all. Thus, using Windows will...

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How to Password Protect Your USB Sticks: 3 Easy Ways


USB thumb drives are small, portable, and universally readable. These features make them perfect vehicles for transporting data between computers. Due to their portability, however, they are also easily lost. Hence, you should always protect sensitive files carried on a USB stick. Unfortunately, you cannot simply password protect your entire USB stick, like you can password protect your PC or phone. Tools that will seriously protect your data all work with encryption. Unless you want to invest in a secure flash drive with hardware encryption, you can use freeware applications to achieve a similar level of protection. This article summarizes some of...

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