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A handy new Android memory superpower – Computerworld
If you want to be able to create memory trails for more than two apps, you’ll have to make a one-time $4 upgrade to the app’s pro version. That’s it — just the one-time $4 charge, with no subscriptions or ongoing payments. An optional $4 upgrade unlocks Snapseek’s two-app limitation. JR Raphael, Foundry To emphasize a key factor here: Snapseek…
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iOS 18.4 just gave Control Center these 3 handy upgrades
Last week Apple rolled out iOS 18.4 to the public, an update that added additional emojis, a new recipe section on Apple News, and an improved Control Center with some handy new features. While the update is getting about as much attention for what’s not included (i.e., Apple’s delayed Siri overhaul) as what is, there’s still plenty to be excited…
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Your handy productivity toolbox – Computerworld
First, it must be enabled (it’s off by default). Then a shared key must be generated and used to get the devices talking to each other, after which a layout can be arranged. There are all kinds of controls that come into play: a dozen for behavior, five keyboard shortcuts, and a smattering of advanced settings and troubleshooting tools. Figure…
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20 handy hidden tricks for Google Calendar on Android – Computerworld
Add an event into your calendar without any fuss by tap, tap, tapping. JR Raphael, IDG Also worth noting: The same tricks we went over a second ago for sliding around or extending your event’s time will work in this context, too, once you’ve brought that box into focus. Google Calendar Android trick #11: The double-tap dance In addition to…
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5 handy hidden tricks for Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold (and Pixel Tablet, too!) – Computerworld
And that placement comes with an interesting advantage: You can tell your Pixel Fold or Tablet to recognize your fingerprint on the button anytime, even when the screen is off, and unlock instantly without first requiring a forceful press to turn the screen on. It sounds like a small thing, I know, but it really does make a monumental difference…
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Almighty Gives You 50 Handy Mac Utilities in One Super-App
One of the biggest reasons to use a Mac is the sheer number of high-quality indie apps for them. My colleagues and I have written about many of them, including tools to help you take better screenshots, improve your screen recordings, and even some totally wacky apps that bring a smile to your face. I love discovering such apps and…
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I tried this $23 garden tool to rid my patio of weeds — and it’s super handy
I’m not very good at relaxing in my yard if I can see weeds spurting up from everywhere. While I use a specific tool to rid my lawn of dandelions, it’s unsuitable for other hard-to-reach weeds trapped between patio slabs and pathways. And while I understand that as a gardener, you have to take the rough with the smooth and…
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8 Handy Registry Editor Tweaks You Can Try
Tweaking the Registry Editor can be risky, which is why many Windows users find it intimidating. Though it can be tricky, it’s a powerful tool that lets you customize and optimize your operating system in ways that wouldn’t be possible otherwise. Here are a few tweaks worth knowing about. Disable the Lock Screen When you start your computer or wake…
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