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For most of us, the microphones built into our smartphones, laptops, and cameras are often enough to get by. However, if you’re looking to record high-quality audio, you may want to consider investing in a separate microphone. Once you’ve decided to upgrade, you have a choice to make between a dynamic microphone or a condenser

For some, mouse pads are a relic of the past. For others, mouse pads are a vital computer accessory. Are mouse pads necessary? Do they provide any benefit? We’re going to explore the advantages of having a mouse pad, along with why you might decide to forgo one entirely. 1. Mouse Pads Are More Comfortable

Since you first installed your Wi-Fi network, you’ve probably connected various devices and even allowed visitors to access your network. As a result, the list of attached computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, and smart home equipment is likely quite long. However, if you aren’t already, you should be regularly checking the devices connected to your network.

Nvidia is one of two trusted names in graphics card development. You either have an Nvidia GPU, or you opt for an AMD GPU. Depending on who you ask, Nvidia is always slightly ahead of AMD when it comes to GPUs. Faster, bigger, stronger, more innovative. Now, Nvidia is hammering home that advantage with the

A decent front-facing camera is important for any smartphone. How else are you take the perfect selfie with your adoring cat? Alternatively, you could use it for business meetings or chatting to family and friends, but you get the gist. One thing smartphone manufacturers have long desired is an under-display smartphone camera. Instead of the front-facing

Protecting digital security and privacy should be at the front of everyone’s mind. More and more of our sensitive data is being carried around and actively accessed out in the world. And more and more of the world is making itself accessible through open Wi-Fi networks. Whether you’re making payments or sending messages, which is

Venmo is a convenient option when it comes to transferring cash to friends and family, but it does have its downsides. The app’s refund policy is one of its biggest flaws. Depending on the circumstances of your money transfer, you may not be able to get your money back once you send it out. Here,

In addition to your personal files and folders, the Windows OS itself takes up a lot of space on your computer. With a bit of searching, you can find hidden Windows caches that are safe to clear if you need to reclaim space. However, there are several other Windows default files and folders that you

PayPal and Venmo are both popular payment platforms, but they each have their fair share of differences. While it’s best to use PayPal in some circumstances, you may prefer to use Venmo in others. That said, both digital wallets are meant for different audiences and purposes. Before you decide to pay with PayPal or Venmo, check

The number of free video-on-demand (VOD) providers has grown exponentially in the last few years. Names like Pluto TV and Tubi TV continue to thrive, but there’s also been a glut of newcomers into the space. One of those newcomers is home media giant, Plex. The company’s VOD service went only live in December 2019, however,

If you want to create online surveys, quizzes, or questionnaires, Google Forms is one of the most versatile tools available right now. If you are new to Google Forms, this guide is for you. Keep reading as we tell you how to create a form in Google Forms, how to share Google Forms, how to

IPL 2020, which is the thirteenth season of the Indian Premier League, is beginning from today, September 19. The tournament was originally scheduled for March 29, though it got delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. As many as eight teams are participating in the IPL 2020 series that will see a total of 60 cricket

One of the biggest new features to come in iOS 14 is the ability to set default browser and email apps. Setting up a default app might not be a big deal if you’re an Android user, however if you’ve been using an iPhone for years, you’d understand the importance of this nifty addition that

iOS 14 is available for iPhone 6S and newer iOS devices. Apart from a slew of new features like choosing your default browser, app library and picture-in-picture among others, iPhones running iOS 14 will also be able to pin widgets to the home screen. The feature has been around on Android smartphones for a few

iOS 14 is releasing in India at 10:30pm on September 16. Apple initially announced iOS 14 back in June at this year’s WWDC. Some of the key features of iOS 14 include support for widgets, an app library, Picture-in-Picture (PiP) while making FaceTime calls and more. In this guide, we are going to tell you

Microsoft Word is a great app for writing but we’ve always wanted an easy way to convert speech to text within this app. As journalists, we spend way too much time transcribing recorded audio from interviews and even converting voice notes into written text. Microsoft recently launched a new feature for Word with which you

While Amazon has built a successful business around its online marketplace, have you ever thought how this company became so successful? A part of the answer is collecting user data. We were quite surprised to find out that many elements from our Amazon profile data are visible to the public. Your Amazon profile consists of

The feeling of having a new PC is great. What’s not great is that you need to install all the essential apps before you can start using the computer for your work. The process to search for and download apps one at a time can get tedious and annoying. But, what if we told you

WhatsApp, one of the most popular messaging apps in the world, isn’t just popular for texting or voice calling. WhatsApp users also have the option to make video calls. The video calling feature is free on WhatsApp and to get started all you’ll need is a working internet connection. The best thing is that WhatsApp

Chances are that you’re familiar with the word encryption. You’ve probably heard about how important it is, as well as how vital it is for keeping so much of our hyper-networked lives secure. Use WhatsApp? You’re using encryption. Log into online banking? Same again. Have to ask the barista for a Wi-Fi code? That’s because

Even as far back as the mid-1980s, people have dreamed about wearable technology. Instead of taking your time and finding space to use your gadgets, they can travel with you. In this sense, the technology integrates into your life, rather than working around it. As we’ve grown more aware of the impact, both physical and

Google Docs is popularly known for creating documents that you can edit and share online. However, did you know there’s a way to access the service offline as well? When you don’t have internet access and you want to edit a document, you can always get the job done. Google Docs works offline and it

YouTube is the go-to video platform for watching movie trailers, launch events, music videos, gaming streams and so much more. But at times when you don’t have access to the internet, you can always rely on watching YouTube offline, i.e. by saving them locally on your device. Back in January, we have already told you

What is vaguebooking? You’ve probably heard the term being bandied about on social media, but do you understand what it actually means? In this article, we’ll explain what vaguebooking is, and give specific examples of vaguebooking so that you’ll be able to recognize it when you see it. What Is Vaguebooking? There was a time

Once you move beyond the basics of Android, you’re likely to come across the term “sideloading.” And while sideloading is useful and not particularly complicated, if you’re not familiar, the process might confuse you. Let’s look at what sideloading is, how it works on Android, and the various types of media you can sideload. What

During standard use, your computer should run fairly quietly. While you can expect the fans to get louder when doing intensive tasks like gaming or video editing, you shouldn’t hear scratching, beeping, or rattling from inside your computer case. If you do hear unusual or loud noises from your computer, it could be a sign

You probably know that a solid-state drive (SSD) is a huge upgrade for your computer because it runs much faster than a mechanical hard disk drive (HDD). However, since SSDs are more expensive, you might not be able to afford a large enough SSD to store all your data on. In that case, what’s the

You probably know that Linux can run on most devices. You may even know that it can perform most tasks—for example, supercomputers, web servers, and even low spec systems. One Linux distribution that is particularly adept at running on computers with minimal system specification and resources is Puppy Linux. What Is Puppy Linux? Originally released

Across the globe, radio is undergoing a monumental shift from analog to digital. The basics are still the same: you can use digital radio to consume music, news, and other information over the air. But digital radio also brings the promise of better signal quality, a wider range of stations, and more information about what

If you’ve explored the gaming scene for long enough, you may have come across game torrents labeled with two terms; “Reloaded” and “Repacked.” While these may sound like sequels for The Matrix, they have a whole different meaning when describing video games. In this article we explain what repacked games and reloaded games are, and