Enhance Your Gmail Experience With These 9 Great IFTTT Applets

Gmail is the go-to email service for so many people. You can turn Gmail into a powerful collaboration tool, make Gmail better with Chrome extensions, and use some great third-party Gmail tools. Today, let’s see how you can couple Gmail with IFTTT to automate tasks and make your life easier. How to Connect Gmail With IFTTT Open the IFTTT website and sign in or sign up. Next, navigate to the Gmail listing and click on Connect. Now, sign in with your Google account and click on Allow to grant permissions. Your Google account should now be connected. Alternatively, you can also download IFTTT’s mobile app to accomplish the same thing....

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Are Amazon’s Deals Worth Buying Today? [US/CA]

Looking to protect your expensive electronics? Amazon has lots of APC power devices at all-time low prices today only! Here’s how we rate the deals to make it quick and easy for you to decide if they’re worth getting. Must-buy: The lowest price ever and a deal that hasn’t been seen often. Good: At or close to the all-time low, but has been available at that price other times. Decent: If you need one, it’s a solid deal, but the price isn’t much lower than its average. If a deal is just bad (a price hike followed by a drop,...

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How Does Malware Get Into Your Smartphone?

Malicious apps are a scourge to smartphone users. No matter your take on iOS versus Android, we can all agree that a malware-infected app guarantees a terrible day. And while the Google Play Store is undoubtedly drowning in malicious apps, the long-standing sanctity of the Apple App Store is no more. Why do malware purveyors want to infect your smartphone with an infected app? There are two simple reasons: money and data. There are countless apps out there that never arrive accompanied with a malicious sting. So how do they avoid infection, and how does malware get into an app...

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12 Productivity Extensions That Keep You Focused on Deep Work

It’s almost like being a goldfish in a glass tank. It can be easy to lose track of time. There are so many online distractions attacking your eyeballs these days. Maybe a basic timer can help you escape your screen. Or perhaps you need something more severe like a tool that closes your tabs or won’t let you visit certain sites. These types of browser extensions can help you step away from the screen, when you cannot browse where you want thanks to your wayward whims. If you need a little extra help to limit your online time and get back to some deep work (or...

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Google Glass Is Back to Make Your Job Easier

Google Glass is back, and with a much more sensible target audience than before. The consumer edition is dead in the water, but Google is now focusing its attention on businesses. The idea being that employees will wear Google Glass to help them be more productive. Which may just work. The History of Google Glass For the uninitiated, Google Glass is an augmented reality headset which brings an internet-connected screen very close to your eyeball. Google first revealed Glass at Google I/O 2012, and people were bowled over by the concept. Me? I was more scared at the prospect than...

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5 Reasons Why You Don’t Actually Need a Plex Pass

If you have lots of locally-saved media on your computer, Plex is a must-have piece of software. Unlike Kodi, it’s easy for beginners to set up and has apps available for every major operating system and media streaming device. Even if you prefer to stream content, it’s still useful. The Unofficial Plex App Store is packed with channels, and since June 2017, you can also use it to watch live over-the-air TV. The other significant difference between Plex and Kodi is when it comes to pricing. While Kodi is entirely free, Plex offers a paid tier. Called the Plex Pass,...

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Top 10 Apps You Should Install on Your Raspberry Pi

The Raspberry Pi is an awesome little computer, whose capabilities won’t stop increasing. As such, you should make sure that you have the best apps installed on it. If you’re running Raspbian Jessie or another Linux operating system on the Raspberry Pi, these are the top 10 apps that you really need to have installed. If you like the sound of them, just follow the instructions in each section to install the apps on your Raspberry Pi! 1. Chromium We’ll start here, with the browser you simply need to have installed on your Raspberry Pi. Thanks to Chromium, there’s now compatibility...

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5 Ways to Auto-Schedule Your Day

In a world of juggling work, errands, and personal hobbies, even the slightest inconvenience can seem larger than life. When you’re already pressed for time, the little things that are bound to come up in your day-to-day can be stressful. Rather than getting exasperated over things you can’t control, plan ahead and auto-schedule some of the things you can control. Here are five auto-scheduling apps and tools you can use to make a little more room in your day. 1. Rethink Your Inbox Availability: Web only. Between work emails and personal emails, you’re undoubtedly sick of the mundane task of...

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Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 Review

Like the Apple iPad, Microsoft have decided the latest devices have no need of a number to indicate which version it is. The fifth iteration of the Surface Pro tablet computer – following on from the Surface Pro 4 – is now just a “Surface Pro”. To confuse matters further, every release of the Microsoft Surface Pro comprises several hardware options. At the top end, you’ll be paying around $2500 for the very best device; at the other end, less than $1000. They’re all known as a Surface Pro, however. Three processor variants are available, the 7th generation Intel Core M3 7Y30, Core i5-7300U...

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The SNES Mini: Everything You Need to Know

The Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) rolled out across the world between 1990 and 1993 and sold 49.10 million units. Now, Nintendo intends to give fans an injection of nostalgia by releasing a remake of the console. Following the success of the NES Classic Edition (also advertised as the NES Mini), it’s no wonder that Nintendo has a follow-up ready for later this year. It’s the console we’ve all been waiting for: the SNES Classic Mini! This is already at the top of everyone’s Christmas list — but what exactly is it? What’s included in the box? And has Nintendo learnt...

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Top 7 Easy and Free Web Hosting Services

Want to try your hand at creating and maintaining a website? Awesome! It’s much easier than you’d think, especially nowadays, and you’re sure to learn a lot from the experience. But is it okay to start with a free host? I think so. Most paid web hosts, including the cheaper ones, often require a commitment of one, two, or three years for discount prices when signing up. That’s a lot of wasted money if you decide to quit a few months from now! Yes, there are plenty of downsides to free web hosting. I don’t recommend it as a long-term...

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Use This Trick to Tweak Smart Menu Transparency in Windows 10

Windows 10 is definitely more palatable than Windows 8 was, but you’ll likely still want to change how your desktop looks and feels. Using a quick tweak, you can now even change how transparent your Windows 10 Start Menu appears. You can attain basic transparency by flipping an option. Open Settings, then head to Personalization. Select the Colors tab on the left, then scroll down. Make sure Transparency effects is set to On. If this doesn’t make the menu transparent enough for you, editing a Registry value lets you increase the transparency even further. Remember that editing the Registry is dangerous...

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The Optimal Way to Name Media Files on Plex

Plex is a fantastic media server. It’s easier to use and simpler to maintain than its big rival, Kodi. However, that doesn’t mean things can’t go wrong. One area where lots of users appear to have problems is with automated metadata. Plex can scrape several agents and match your content to the correct poster art, season description, and episode titles. But many users claim it doesn’t work. Almost always, the issues stem from how you’ve named your files. You have to follow a very strict format for the metadata scan to function. File Naming Techniques for TV Shows How you...

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How to Strip Unnecessary Subtitles From MKV Files

The Matroska Multimedia Container (MKV) file is one of the more common formats you will come across. Often, an MKV file includes several language-specific subtitles. The subtitles hijack the lower part of the screen, and they can come in the way of enjoying the video, whether on a computer, TV, or smartphone. Or maybe you want to save a subtitle-free version for your personal collection. Either way, the solution is simple — and all you have to do is drag and drop. With one free tool, you can strip non-hardcoded subtitles from MKVs. How to Strip Subtitles from MKV Files...

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How to Instantly Reset Edge in Windows 10

Up until recently, resetting Edge (the default Windows 10 browser) has involved a number of convoluted methods, some of which included multiple complex steps or the use of the Command Prompt, which can be intimidating for some. Luckily, with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, there is now a one-click solution. To reset Edge, do the following: Close Microsoft Edge if running. Go to Settings > Apps & Features and scroll down to Microsoft Edge on the list. Click Microsoft Edge > Advanced Options > Reset. A pop-up window will appear confirming you are about erase all of Microsoft Edge’s data. Click Reset. A check sign...

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Tuesday Deals: Android TV Boxes, Pokemon Go, Garden Pools, and More [UK]

It’s just over a week since Amazon presented us with their own shopping holiday. Although their 30 hour extravaganza is over, there are still savings to be had across the site. Today’s UK Deals roundup includes Android TV boxes, the Pokémon Go Plus, garden pools, and more. Berri Android 6.0 TV Box [18% Off] Streaming dongles like the Fire TV Stick and Chromecast are great for casting video content to your TV. However, if you want something more closely resembling the full Android experience, then an Android TV Box is the way to go. Pokémon GO Plus [8% Off] Pokémon GO Plus, 1...

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5 Fun Website Games in Your Browser: Google, YouTube, IMDb, & Wikipedia

We use some websites so regularly that they become an integral part of the internet for us. Can you imagine the web without Google? Or devoid of crazy videos on YouTube? But now, it’s time to test how well you know these sites. This article is all about five weirdly wonderful games. A couple test your knowledge of Google and Wikipedia, another finds how well you know YouTube memes, and the last two are all about IMDb and movies. Strap in for a crazy ride. 1. Google Feud (Web): Guess the Google Autocomplete When you start typing a query in...

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How To Choose The Right Dashcam For Your Car

These days, a dashcam is more than just a newfangled luxury purchase for capturing offbeat footage. It can provide evidence for insurance claims, and be used to identify perpetrators who commit crimes against you or others. Don’t have one? You should absolutely get one. And don’t just use your smartphone as a dashcam. Exposure to sunlight and heat degrades battery life and causes long-term damage. Plus, it’s better to have a dedicated recording device so you don’t have to interrupt to do other things (e.g. make a phone call). Keep reading to see how you can get the most value for...

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How to Easily Remove Old Drivers From Windows

It’s time to give your Windows system a clean of all the old and unnecessary drivers on it. This will free up your storage space and you might see some performance improvements. We’ll show you two great methods to tidy up those drivers. Not only does your system retain previous driver versions for current devices, it also stores drivers for devices you stopped using long ago. You might want to keep the former, but the latter can go! If you have your own methods to share on removing old drivers from your Windows machine, please let us know in the comments below....

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Ashley Madison Compensates Exposed Users, Barely

If you were involved in the Ashley Madison hack of 2015 you may be due some compensation. Unfortunately for you and your fellow victims the company behind Ashley Madison is only offering $11.2 million to the victims who had their personal lives ruined by the data breach. This may sound like a lot of money to anyone other than Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg, but when it’s being shared out amongst the millions of people potentially adversely affected, that $11.2 million could amount to a few dollars apiece. The Great Ashley Madison Hack of 2015 In July 2015, hackers stole...

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The Secret Behind Online Dating is Data

Online dating has come a long way in a relatively short amount of time. Once regarded as a less-than-admirable way to find a date, it has now become firmly embedded in our collective consciousness. There once was a time that you would only hear mention of online dating through shielded whispers. Now, having a friend tell you they are going on a date through OKCupid, eHarmony, or even Tinder is a regular occurrence. Some of this change has been down to how we use the internet — embedded into our lives through work, smartphones, and social media. As the online...

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How to Flash ROMs and Make Backups Without a Custom Recovery

Working with a rooted phone can be complicated. You need different tools to handle different tasks — some of which you can do on your phone, while others need a connection to a computer. It isn’t exactly that user friendly. But what if there was a single app that could handle everything? FlashFire is that app. It flashes ROMs, makes backups, and even installs factory images without losing root. Best of all, you don’t need a custom recovery or tools like Fastboot to use it — it all happens within Android. Why You Should Use FlashFire If you have a...

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If You Own an HTC Beware the TouchPal Ads

This past weekend, TouchPal started showing ads on HTC smartphones. This doesn’t sound all that bad, until you discover that TouchPal is the default keyboard app on HTC smartphones. So the last thing users expected to see were ads. Thankfully, this turns out to be an unintentional mistake. If you have used various Androids over the years you’ll know that there are a host of different keyboard apps available. Some manufacturers design and install their own, but many use a third-party keyboard app such as SwiftKey and TouchPal. Which is fine, until they start acting up. No One Wants Ads...

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