Tired of the “I” key on your MacBook’s keyboard never pressing down because you spilled some sticky soda on it months ago? Unfortunately, you have sticky key syndrome — that’s when dust, crumbs or other gunk gets stuck under a key and keeps it from depressing easily. It’s annoying and keeps you from working as …
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You’re going to host a party, but you have no clue where to begin. There’s a lot to take into consideration during the planning process, including the guest list, food and drinks, decorations and games. Get your event off to a good start by using these apps that can help you plan every step of the way. Check out these …
Read More »The AirPods Pro just returned to an all
This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. Apple’s AirPods Pro earbuds have returned to an all-time low price of $159 for Cyber Monday — that’s $90 off the original price. The AirPods 3 are also at an all-time low price, and sales are still ongoing for the AirPods Max, AirPods 2 and Beats …
Read More »Windows 10 support ends in 4 years, but this is what you should know now
Windows 11 kicked off its gradual rollout to eligible devices last month, meaning that Windows 10 will eventually retire with Windows 7 in the graveyard of Microsoft operating systems. But if you’re still using Microsoft’s older OS, don’t stress. Microsoft will continue to support Windows 10 until Oct. 14, 2025. (The Windows 10 November 2021 update is now available.) That …
Read More »How to buy the MacBook Pro today: Apple’s newest M1 laptops have arrived
Apple released two new MacBook Pros at its October event, available in two sizes: a new 14-inch laptop and a 16-inch model. Both come equipped with Apple’s new M1 Pro processor by default, as well as the option to upgrade to the new M1 Max processor — which, of course, you’ll pay more to get. Both new MacBook Pros house upgraded cameras, a notched display and HDMI, …
Read More »New AirPods: Buy Apple’s third
You can now buy Apple’s new, third-gen AirPods (also known as AirPods 3), which the tech titan introduced Monday at its October event. The newest version of the iconic wireless headphones has been redesigned with the promise of better ear fit, spatial audio support and up to 6 hours of listening on a single charge. You can preorder the new AirPods …
Read More »Windows 11 release: Android apps won’t be available today
Windows 11 starts rolling out today, but since it’s a staggered rollout, you might not get it just yet. Either way, you can look forward to the ability to use Android apps on Windows devices. Microsoft plans to bring Android apps to its app store, but even if you get Windows 11 today, Android apps won’t be available yet. The date …
Read More »Mark yourself ‘safe’ in Facebook following Hurricane Ida. How to find the Safety Check tool
Hurricane Ida struck the Gulf Coast on Sunday as a Category 4 hurricane bringing driving rains and flooding, and knocking out power for hundreds of thousands of people in Louisiana and Mississippi. So far, four people have been found dead in the two states. As of Monday, at least 670 people had been rescued. A new storm, Kate, reached land …
Read More »Use Teleparty (formerly Netflix Party) to watch HBO, Disney Plus and more
You may have heard of Netflix Party during quarantine. Netflix Party helped ease the severe lack of socializing most of us had to deal with during the reality of the coronavirus and the risk of meeting in person. Watching TV and chatting was one of the ways to hang out with friends virtually and safely during the pandemic. Even though many people are going back …
Read More »AirTags are now available for preorder: How to buy Apple’s $29 tracker
We’ve waited for years and now they’re here: Apple’s new AirTags. Apple revealed the trackers at its Spring Loaded virtual launch event on Tuesday, and they’re now available for preorder. AirTags start at $29 for one (£29, AU$45), or you can buy a pack of four for $99 (£99, AU$149). They ship and hit store shelves on April 30. Similar to …
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