This is where car platforms came in, trying to make it easier for us to use our phone while we stay focused on the road. These are in some cases software programs that anyone can install on their device, depending on the operating system they use; however, in some other situations, the platform comes with the car. Apple CarPlay is the new kid on the block and is already claimed by many as the best platform for vehicles to use if you own an iPhone....

A fresh report from Digitimes now specifies that Apple is planning to launch a new 13.3-inch “entry-level MacBook” in the second quarter of this year. Please note that Digitimes is calling it a MacBook, and thus it still leaves a cloud of doubt on whether the new MacBook belongs to the Air lineup or the MacBook lineup. However, the report reiterates that the MacBook will be entry-level in nature and is also expected to come in a 12-inch variant....

Apple’s desktop platform has a history to be proud of and starting with 1984, almost 30 years ago, the Cupertino-based company has produced a stable system which later evolved into Mac OS, and then the renowned X. Although the road was quite bumpy, Apple managed to evolve a pretty standard platform into something which inspired other companies as well, including Microsoft and its Windows family. Today, we embark ourselves on a brief journey, to remind ourselves how the Mac OS has evolved through the years....

Nowadays, our smartphones hold lots of information about ourselves, and because of this, the need for secured and hidden files is great. Just think about someone seeing your personal photos or bank account details. This is where apps that hide such information jump in. They help you by hiding files or folders from view, or lock them in a secure manner that allows only you to access them. 10 Android Apps to Hide or Lock Files Such apps exist to give us peace of mind when we hand our Android smartphone to someone else....

Asus ROG Phone 3: Design and Display In terms of design, the ROG Phone 3 follows a similar design language as its predecessor, with a slightly bold and futuristic design, which as per the company, offers the device a much cleaner look. The device retains the illuminated ROG logo, and it also preserves the rounded curves for a better grip along with the front-firing speakers. Moreover, it also has a Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3 protection on the rear....

VLC The popular video playing app, VLC, recently updated its app with the ability to minimize videos in a draggable window. You should be, however, enrolled in their beta channel for this. For becoming a beta tester, visit VLC’s listing on play store, scroll down to the bottom and press the “I’m in” button. Once the app has been updated, videos will be automatically shrunk whenever you press the home button....

For instance, with automation, you can change certain device settings using specific triggers, send text/email based on a set criterion, reduce battery drain when it’s too low, and automate file backups, among other things. Also, home automation has become a norm rather than an exception in recent times. All you need to do any of this is an automation app. Google Play Store has several automation apps for Android. Here’s a list of the best ones that can help you achieve your automation goals....

To help you get around this, we have curated a list of some of the best PowerPoint shortcut keys in this guide that you can use to work faster and more efficiently on PowerPoint. Microsoft PowerPoint includes a wide variety of keyboard shortcut combinations that allow you to access most of the program’s functionality without using your mouse. If you use PowerPoint frequently, knowing how to work faster and more efficiently will improve your productivity....

1. JBL Charge 3 JBL, a popular audio equipment brand, has a wide range of Bluetooth speakers in its catalog to choose from. One such is the Charge 3, which, in case you are unfamiliar, is a part of the company’s Charge series of speakers that offer the ability to charge the device while simultaneously blasting out songs. The speaker has an IPX7 rating that allows it to withstand up to a meter of submergence in water for 30 minutes....

Furthermore, many smart faucets come equipped with an Infrared sensor, which turns on when they detect some movement around the Faucet. This comes extremely handy when you have too many things in your hand and cannot turn on the Faucet manually. Smart faucets also help save water as they turn off when you move your hands away from them. In fact, many smart faucets nowadays are voice-enabled. This means you can control various aspects of the Faucet with just your voice....

Recording Sugar Levels is Easy It is surprising that even though we have a Smartphone in hand and we spend a lot of time on Social Networks, we are intentionally lethargic when it comes to health. The dawn of technology we are at now, a smartphone can help you to keep yourself fit. Recording Sugar Levels is easy, thanks to the tons of apps available, and Glucometers which have become smart and connected....

Blackberry probably realized that and has now launched a slightly toned-down version of the Key2 which they’re calling Key2 LE. While still sticking to the core aspect of the device, which is that physical keyboard, Blackberry has tinkered with what’s underneath. For starters, there’s now a Snapdragon 636 in place of the more powerful Snapdragon 660 SoC on the Key2, along with 4GB of RAM along with either 32 or 64GB of internal storage....

Boat, a brand that is well known in India for selling quality smartphone accessories, especially audio equipment like speakers and headphones, has had a go at a pair of pocket-friendly TWS options. They are called the Boat Airdopes 441 and they retail for a price of Rs. 2,499. We have been using them for about two weeks now, so here’s everything you need to know about the Boat Airdopes 441 before investing your money....

Instead, Google has introduced the Simplified View mode on Chrome some time back, which works in pretty much the same way. So if you’re wondering how to get reader mode in Chrome on Android, here’s a guide to help you navigate better. What Is Simplified View? Simplified view is an accessibility feature on Chrome for Android that makes websites more mobile-friendly for a better reading experience. To do this, it strips down all the distracting and non-essential elements on a webpage and turns down the color scheme to monochrome, improving the readability of the text on the webpage....

This is why we must confess to being just delighted with the Nokia PhotoBeamer app that has been released for Nokia’s Lumia range of devices. Many of you might remember it as being associated with Scalado, a company Nokia grabbed. And now it has gone and made the app a Windows Phone exclusive (it used to be available for the iPhone earlier) and rebranded it as Nokia PhotoBeamer. It started out as being available for only the Windows Phone 8 bearing Lumia 920 and 820 but is now available for all Lumia phones....

The past couple of years have seen a number of you taking to social networks in an attempt to promote your products and services. This is perfectly understandable given the sheer volume of people on them – as per a research, the subscription base of Facebook is actually just behind the population of India, and unlike a significant proportion of the population of that country, is actually reasonably well off and knows where its next meal is coming from....

The Dell Alienware M15 R7 is the company’s latest offering in its Alienware lineup, which now features Intel 12th-generation CPUs. As an Alienware device, the M15 R7 is equipped with an RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a 240Hz display. Dell Alienware M15 R7: Build and Design Even at first glance, the M15 R7 speaks to its unique identity with honeycomb vents surrounded by an RGB ring. The lid also features the signature Alienware logo, also with RGB....

iPhone OS 3.1.3 addresses several specific bugs as well as offers fixes for a handful of security issues. Full details on the security updates included in iPhone OS 3.1.3 are available in the associated support document. – Improves accuracy of reported battery level on iPhone 3GS – Resolves issue where third-party apps would not launch in some instances – Fixes bug that may cause an app to crash when using the Japanese Kana keyboard To update to iPhone OS 3....

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Microsoft has made it extremely convenient for users to upgrade from Windows 7/Vista/XP to Windows 8 using the Windows Upgrade Assistant app. Using this app, users can check if their system qualifies for Windows 8 upgrade. If so, make the payment and purchase it for a nominal fee. Furthermore, once the purchase is made, the upgrade assistant lets users create Windows 8 ISO or as a bootable USB so that one can use them in case of emergencies in the future....