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article 11 reasons why Android phones suck

11 reasons why Android phones suck

Android smartphones come in various shapes and sizes, with different hardware and connectivity options. But there’s one trait that many of them have in common: they suck. Don’t you often get the urge to say “this phone sucks” when looking at yours? I’m not just throwing shade at Android compared to iPhones; many are objectively bad. Blame it on the Wild West of Android
article What's new in Windows 11 Moment 5 Update (February 2024 Moment)

What's new in Windows 11 Moment 5 Update (February 2024 Moment)

Microsoft is in the final stages of testing their upcoming Moment 5 Update for Windows 11. This update will be made available at the end of February 2024 and then rolled out slowly to all Windows 11 users, including those using Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2. Moment 5 is not a big update, but it does include some welcome improvements to features like
article Brief hands-on with Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra

Brief hands-on with Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra

While you’re watching the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event of 2024, I have some interesting facts about the new Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra that are being announced today. The company invited me to use them for a few minutes before the big event. I gathered some quick information about these smartphones that left me with a couple of interesting first impressions.
article 4 tools to lock and password-protect folders in Windows

4 tools to lock and password-protect folders in Windows

It would be great to see Microsoft release a Windows version that allows users to password-protect specific folders that contain sensitive data. However, until that happens, if you want to protect your folders, you must use software created by other companies. Although there are many such apps, they aren’t all friendly to use, and most are also dodgy. I did some research and tested
article Things you can’t do with the Windows 11 taskbar

Things you can’t do with the Windows 11 taskbar

Windows 11, Microsoft’s latest operating system, comes with a redesigned taskbar that aims to provide a more modern and streamlined user experience paired with a more visually appealing look. However, not everyone is happy with the changes. Some users, including me, are frustrated by the limited personalization options, missing features, and options that were available in previous versions of Windows. In this article, I’ll
article What’s new in Windows 11 2023 Update (Moment 4 & 23H2)?

What’s new in Windows 11 2023 Update (Moment 4 & 23H2)?

On September 26th, Microsoft began delivering new features for Windows 11. These include things like Copilot, AI-enhanced tools in Paint, Snipping Tool, and Photos, an improved interface for File Explorer and the Settings app, a new backup tool, and built-in RGB lighting controls. While they should have been part of the next major operating system release, Windows 11 version 23H2, Microsoft decided not to
article Starfield analysis: How well does it run on AMD Radeon GPUs?

Starfield analysis: How well does it run on AMD Radeon GPUs?

Starfield is a sci-fi RPG (role-playing game) created by Bethesda, the studio that also brought us the Elder Scrolls and Fallout series. Available for everyone since September 6th, Starfield has quickly become Bethesda’s most successful game launch, with over 6 million gamers playing it. Most gamers who’ve played it are already acclaiming Starfield’s story, lore, and gameplay experience. Furthermore, if your computer’s hardware can
article What do 720p, 1080p, 1440p, 2K, 4K, and other resolutions mean?

What do 720p, 1080p, 1440p, 2K, 4K, and other resolutions mean?

In the old days of technology, screen resolution was not much of an issue. Windows came with a few preset options, and to get higher resolution, more colors, or both, you would install a driver for your graphics card. As time passed, you could also choose better video cards and monitors. Today, we have many options regarding displays, their quality, and the supported resolutions.
article What is PowerShell and how do you use it?

What is PowerShell and how do you use it?

While many casual users know about the Command Prompt, only a few have heard about Windows PowerShell. PowerShell is not the same as Command Prompt - it’s a much more powerful tool that was created to replace Command Prompt, delivering more power and control over the operating system. Would you like to get a better understanding of what PowerShell is, why it’s such a
article 5 new features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5

5 new features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5

Samsung has announced the release of the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 smartphones, as well as the Galaxy Tab S9 line of tablets and Galaxy Watch6 smartwatches. A few days ago, I was invited to an event where I got to tinker with each of these devices for a few minutes. Out of all of them, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 phone
article What is a VPN? What do VPNs do?

What is a VPN? What do VPNs do?

You’ve probably heard about VPNs, but do you know what a VPN is and what VPNs do? If you’re not already using a VPN service, maybe you should start doing so as soon as possible. You might not see its real value right now, but over time, you will likely acknowledge that VPNs are just as important as your internet connection. In this article,
article What is Microsoft Lists? What does it do?

What is Microsoft Lists? What does it do?

Microsoft Lists is a powerful tool designed to help you track information and manage work, events, issues, or even personal tasks. Integrated with other apps and services in Microsoft 365, the Microsoft Lists app can be exactly what you need to streamline workflows and collaborate with your team or friends more efficiently. In this tutorial, I’ll tell you more about what Microsoft Lists is