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Why You Should Use Your TV’s Filmmaker Mode
In addition to shutting off motion smoothing, Filmmaker Mode deactivates or limits sharpening—which can boost fine detail and the edges around objects to the point where they look less natural—and turns off noise reduction, which can make images look soft. It shuts down other dynamic image “enhancements” the TV might apply to the picture, too. Again, these are all added…
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How to enable Ultimate Performance power mode on Windows 11, 10
To enable Ultimate Performance power mode on Windows 11 (or 10), open PowerShell (admin) and run the powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61 command. Finally, go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options and select the “Ultimate Performance” option. Windows 11 (and 10) include a special power plan called “Ultimate Performance,” which is designed to provide the highest possible performance for high-demand tasks like gaming or content…
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How to Change Your Action Button Based on Focus Mode
Key Takeaways Use custom shortcuts to make your iPhone’s Action Button perform different actions based on the current Focus mode. Create an “If Focus Mode is X” shortcut using the “If” action to trigger different actions based on the Focus mode your in. Set your custom shortcut to the Action button in Settings to automate actions based on the current…
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Apple Intelligence’s ‘Reduce Interruptions’ Mode Can Help You Deal With All Your Notifications
iOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1 have introduced a new Focus Mode called Reduce Interruptions, which allows you to use Apple Intelligence to decrease distractions without disabling notifications entirely. This has been a lifesaver for my workflow, since it lets me focus on writing but still shows me any urgent updates I might need to see right away. If you have…
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ChromeOS gets a big update with Quick Insert, Focus mode, and new AI features
Starting today, Google’s ChromeOS 130 update with Quick Insert, Focus Mode, Welcome Recap, and other features is rolling out. Chromebook Plus models with NPU also get exclusive special features in 130, such as the new recorder app with AI, enhanced mic, camera effects, and Gemini AI tools like “help me read” summaries. There’s a long list of changes in 130,…
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How to Create Dark Mode App Icons for iPhone
One of my favorite new things in iOS 18 is the customizable home screen. I love the subtlety of the new tinted icons option, but there’s a pop to the dark mode icons that’s unmatched. Especially since I switched to the iPhone 16 Pro Max, seeing the dark mode icons on the home screen has been pure joy. But that…
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What is YouTube Restricted Mode? (And how to use it)
YouTube’s Restricted Mode is an optional feature that has existed since 2010. It is designed to limit access to videos flagged as inappropriate or mature. While it’s particularly useful for certain groups, like libraries, schools, and public institutions, that want a more controlled viewing experience, it can be frustrating when it blocks content you’re trying to watch. Because Restricted Mode…
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How to Access ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode
Want to access ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode in Europe? ChatGPT Advanced Voice is fun and can be great for productivity. Unfortunately, the new voice assistant feature for ChatGPT is restricted in Europe. This means you’ll need a VPN for ChatGPT Voice Mode. A VPN is a privacy tool that hides your IP address from websites and apps. By connecting to…
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How to boot Windows 11 in Safe Mode (2024)
To boot Windows 11 in Safe Mode, open Start’s Power menu, hold “Shift,” and click “Restart.” Then click on Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Startup Settings > Restart. Select the “4” or “Safe Mode” option or press “F4.” Another way to access Safe Mode is to start in WinRE from BIOS and then open Advanced Startup > Troubleshoot > Advanced Options…
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Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ mode now under federal investigation after fatal crash
The NHTSA has opened an investigation into the Tesla automated driving mode, called Full Self-Driving (FSD) to evaluate the automated driving mode’s capabilities in low visibility conditions. The investigation was begun after at least four reports of crashes, including one from November 2023 in Rimrock, Arizona where a pedestrian was killed by a Tesla Model Y. As reported by TechCrunch,…
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