Visual Studio Code Is the Perfect Text and Scripting Editor for Mac

Xcode is the go-to Mac development environment, but it can be a bit much for a beginner. If you’re curious and just want to play around, Microsoft Visual Studio Code might be the better choice. It’s no longer weird to see Microsoft in the Mac section since the company ramped up its Mac and iOS support a few years ago. Visual Studio Code is another promising product from Apple’s rival. It has support for myriad languages, and you don’t even need to compare it to Xcode since they serve different needs. Who Is It For? If you are looking for an extensible text editor, Visual Studio is a real...

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10 of the Best Deals You Can Get on Amazon Today [US]

Right now, you can save big on Bluetooth speakers, a 3D printer, board games, and lots more. Dremel DigiLab 3D Printer ($599.99) Dremel DigiLab 3D20 3D Printer, Idea Builder for Tinkerers and Hobbyists Dremel DigiLab 3D20 3D Printer, Idea Builder for Tinkerers and Hobbyists The most reliable consumer-grade 3D printer allows printing for countless hours Buy Now At Amazon Too low to display We’re kicking today’s deals off with an all-time low on a high-end 3D printer from Dremel. In September, it hit $700, so we’re looking at $100 below the previous best deal. Harman Kardon Esquire Black Esquire Mini...

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Don’t Ruin Your Summer Photos: 10 Tips for Taking Snaps in the Sun

The camera’s whole purpose is to capture light, but sometimes the natural sunlight in summer can ruin your photos. But with a few tricks, you can avoid ruining any shot in the sun. Of course, you are going to take better photographs if you use a DSLR or mirrorless camera instead of your phone. That said, most of these tips are valid for smartphone shutterbugs too. 1. Basic Composition Matters the Most No matter where the sun is, what the conditions are, and which camera you are using, composition is king in taking good photographs. If you mess up the...

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Want to Create a Life-Altering Habit? Try a Micro-Challenge Today

Habits can be good or bad. Good habits can transform your life and boost your productivity. For instance, writers could get in the habit of completing at least one page a day, and, in no time, they’ve finished an entire novel. Marketers can make a habit of spending only an hour — no more — on emails, to discover they have a lot more time to do additional work. The problem isn’t finding habits. It happens naturally as you run into requirements, work, and responsibilities. The real problem is sticking to them, especially when it involves something tedious. That’s where...

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Has Xavier Malware Infected Apps on Your Android Device?

Android is the world’s biggest consumer operating system, bigger even than Windows — so it should come as no surprise that it is the target of malware. This has been the case for several years, and as Android has grown, so the threats have grown. Summer 2017 saw the uncovering of a new vulnerability in Android that has been exploited for quite some time. It involves a malicious ad library that comes pre-installed on over 75 applications. Are your devices affected? And what can you do about it? Meet Xavier: A Malicious Ad Library Android app developers usually produce free software. Over...

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The 25 Best Websites You Might Not Have Heard About Yet

We’ve already pointed you to the best websites for men, best websites for women, and best websites for a dose of laughter. And while those are all great and useful, there are still millions of other sites on the web, many of which you’ve probably never heard of before. Keep reading to discover lesser-known sites that may blow your mind or even change your life. You won’t find all of them useful, but I guarantee that at least one of them will seriously impress you. We’ve divided them into four categories: Creative, Educational, Arts and Entertainment, and Utilities. Feel free...

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Primephonic Review: The Spotify for Classical Music

Classical music is the oldest surviving form of music in the world. Amazingly, experts believe you can trace a direct line from the postmodern classical music of today all the way back to its roots in 2695 BC and the ancient Egyptian orchestra. Considering its age and enduring popularity, it is perhaps surprising that classical music is the “forgotten genre” of mainstream streaming services. Well, not anymore. If you’re a fan of classical music you should be rejoicing at the moment. Because you can now enjoy your favorite tracks on a brand-new streaming service called Primephonic. What is Primephonic? What...

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How To Automatically Backup iPhone Photos To Windows 10 PC

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There are a couple of ways to import photos from your iPhone to your Windows 10 PC. You can go through our three ways to transfer iPhone photos to Windows 10 PC article to learn all the three methods. These all are manual ways to backup photos. Manually backing up iPhone photos to a PC […]

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Flexound HUMU: The Smart Speaker Cushion That Lets You Feel the Beat

Bluetooth speakers are ubiquitous at this point. Whether that’s from a Google Home smart device, or an Amazon Echo hooked up to your own speaker systems, or just a $30 waterproof party speaker. So if you’re going to enter the market, you better be absolutely sure you have a compelling and unique selling point. The Flexound Humu just might. Before we continue I have a confession to make: I used to work as stage crew at the student’s union in Sheffield University, and during the drum and bass Tuesday Club nights I would sometimes sleep on top of the humongous...

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4 Ways to Send Private Messages on Instagram

Instagram introduced direct messaging in its app a while back, but did you know that there are four different ways you can do it? Method 1: Text Messages If all you’re looking for is to exchange messages, with or without pictures, with people you follow or who follow you, here’s what you need to do: Go to your home screen and tap the messages icon: If you’ve already received direct messages, you will see a list of previous conversations (right screenshot). To send a new message tap the + button in the top right corner. If you haven’t received direct...

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11 Essential Keyboard Tips and Tricks for iPhone and iPad

Apple’s mobile devices are great productivity machines, brimming with apps for getting work done on the go. You might be using intelligent email apps and smart task management apps, but have you considered upgrading your iOS keyboard game? There are small things you can do using the keyboard that will end up saving you a lot of time, taps and frustration. If you type a lot on your iPhone, you need to master these tips. 1. 3D Touch for Trackpad Mode If you’re using an iPhone 6s or higher, just press deeper anywhere on the keyboard (to engage 3D Touch) and...

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The Fastest Way to Open an Admin Command Prompt in Windows 10

If you haven’t ever visited the Command Prompt, you really should. While its barebones text interface might seem scary at first, its huge list of powerful commands let you accomplish much with just a few keystrokes. Many of them require you to open the Command Prompt as an administrator. You’ll find several ways to do this, but one of them reigns above the rest as the fastest method. Simply pressing Windows key + X (or right-clicking on the Start Button) will open the Power User Menu. At the bottom of the top section of items, you’ll see Command Prompt and...

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How To Find What Program Is Using Your Webcam

They can see you. Whenever necessary, whether by a Trojan (they’re capable of recording Skype calls), security software backdoor, or a Wi-Fi router vulnerability, you can be observed via your device’s webcam. It doesn’t matter whether we’re talking about a phone, or a tablet, or a PC. They can see you. Seeing as you probably don’t want to be seen, you’ll need to take steps. Which programs are using your webcam? Are they private and secure apps? And how can you stop your webcam being used against you permanently? Let’s find out! The Multiplatform Solutions: Cover the Webcam It doesn’t...

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Kickstarter Gold Brings Old Projects Back to Life

Kickstarter has launched a new initiative called Kickstarter Gold. This brings back some of the most popular projects and creators to have ever used the crowdfunding site. Perhaps Kickstarter is running out of ideas, or perhaps it just knows there’s money to made in revisiting the hits. Hollywood is often criticized for returning to the hits over and over again. This is especially true at the moment, where every other movie is either a remake of a classic, a sequel to a classic, or yet another comic book flick aimed at geeks. Hollywood has made this work, but will the...

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5 Similarly Priced Alternatives to the Surface Pro 4 and Surface Pro 5

The Surface Pro 4 and 5 are excellent devices. And while the Apple MacBook Pro 2016 is great, the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 offers better performance per dollar. Even so, the Surface Pro 4 starts at $899. While the Surface Pro emerged to a lukewarm critical reception, it’s still a competent tablet with a growing fan base. Here’s what you can buy for the price of a Surface Pro 4. From Desktops to Laptops and Notebooks What you select ultimately depends on your specific needs. If you value gaming, you’ll want a desktop. A notebook or laptop, however, could serve as...

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Work in an Office? Download These 11 Free Printable Planners Now

There’s one good thing about not being allowed to take your laptop with you on a flight: you just might fall in love in with paper again. Maybe you will reach into your carry-on and bring out a humble paper planner and a pen to mark anything that needs to be done. From my own experience of using a bullet journal with a few pages devoted to productivity planning, I can say that paper planners work. You can customize them to your needs and print them out to stick to your cubicle wall or tag them to the refrigerator door...

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