You may have bought yourself a spectacular new TV to watch Netflix, HBO Max and other streaming services, but the picture quality is only half the story. Compared to the subpar speakers on a TV, a soundbar or full-fledged speaker system makes movies exciting and enjoyable to follow — and you don’t need to spend much if …

Bring your music wherever you go with this ultraportable Bluetooth speaker built to withstand whatever life throws your way. With an IP67 rating, this durable speaker is waterproof, dust-proof and drop-proof, which is ideal for pool parties, festivals, camping and any other adventure where the unpredictable can happen. You can save $20 right now and snag an Ultimate Ears Boom 3 …

When I first got my hands on Sony’s new LinkBuds, I was a bit surprised. For starters, they had an actual name you can easily remember and not some funky model number. But the bigger shock was the design: Each earbud literally has a hole punched through it so you can hear the outside world in addition to your music. …

Facebook changed its name to Meta in October to reflect its focus on the creation of virtual spaces where people can work, play and socialize in what’s known as the metaverse. Now the social media giant is revamping its values. In a note to Facebook employees, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg outlined six of the company’s updated values. The values include …

When you’re ordering delivery, you might find yourself playing a familiar game. You’ll toggle between apps such as Postmates, Uber Eats and others to figure out which has your favorite local restaurants, and which has the lowest delivery fee or special deal.  Two apps called FoodBoss (for Android and iOS) and MealMe (for iOS) can put an end to that …

Windows 11, Microsoft’s latest operating system, is finally starting to roll out one of its anticipated features, Android apps for PC, according to a release from the company. The Amazon Appstore in the Microsoft Store — where you’ll be able to download Android apps — will start in preview in the US.  Accessing Android Apps for PC with Windows 11 has a …

Twitter is greatly expanding the size of the beta for its Safety Mode feature, which aims to limit “unwelcome interactions” in your feed. Previously available only to a small feedback group, the feature will now be available to about 50% of users in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Ireland and New Zealand, Twitter said Tuesday. The feature, which launched in …

It’s always a good time to free up space on your Android phone — whether you’re getting an “insufficient storage” alert or you’re preparing your phone to download Android 12. A great place to start is deleting your old apps that you no longer use. Apps are notorious storage eaters, and it’s all too easy to accumulate a bunch of apps for stores you …

Google’s Chrome OS isn’t available to install on a laptop or desktop like Windows or Linux, but the next best thing is Neverware’s CloudReady OS. I stumbled upon it when I wanted to see if I could turn an old Windows laptop into a Chromebook for my kids to use for school. CloudReady is mainly built for businesses and education, …

Marantz has announced its latest streaming amplifier, the Model 40n, which can connect to a TV via HDMI ARC and a phono input. The Model 40n features a 70-watt-per channel (8 ohms) Class A/B amplifier that the company says will power even difficult-to-drive loudspeakers. The 40n follows the release of the Model 30 in 2020, which offers more power (100W) …

Battery life has continued to improve in newer iPhone models, but that doesn’t mean that everyone finds it’s enough to get through the day. Personally, I use my phone for nearly everything that isn’t work-related and that puts enough of a strain on the battery that I often have to charge an extra time during the day. My personal favorite …

The recent clash between the aviation industry and wireless carriers over safety concerns due to interference with 5G mobile signals has highlighted what many critics say is a dysfunctional process for managing the nation’s spectrum resources. Now the two federal agencies tasked with managing US spectrum say they’ve got a plan they hope will head off disputes before they become …

Microsoft began rolling out Windows 11 in the fall of 2021 with new features and a redesigned interface, bringing with it all sorts of tools to boost productivity. Now, a long-waited feature has arrived: Android apps for Windows 11.  Keep in mind, though, that Microsoft Windows 11’s update is rolling out in phases. This means the update has hit newer …

Paramount Plus and Showtime content will be available to stream in one app beginning this summer. ViacomCBS — now known as Paramount — announced the change Tuesday.  Paramount Plus has been part of the streaming wars along with Disney Plus, HBO Max, Apple TV Plus, Peacock, Discovery Plus and Netflix. As the competition for subscriber attention heats up, the service continues to roll out its growing slate of …

Using virtual desktops in Windows 10 can be highly advantageous, particularly for anyone with a single-monitor setup. If you’re still working from home due to the pandemic and juggling several different projects on the same computer, multiple desktops can be a life-saver. (And now, if you’re one of the many who are upgrading to Windows 11, it’s even easier to set …