Announced at Google I/O 2021, Android 12’s first beta is now live, giving users with specific phones a taste of the changes coming with the new operating system. Between the Material You changes—which include the ability to set your phone’s system colors based on your wallpaper—and the new privacy features, Android 12 is a pretty radical shift from Android 11. I’ve been using the beta for the past few days, and despite not offering the full suite of updates, Android 12 already is starting to look as good as Google wants you to think it will be....

I was never interested in a robot vacuum because they seemed more trouble than they were worth. You have to charge the thing and empty it, after all. Wouldn’t a broom and dustpan be more straightforward and save hundreds of dollars? The genius thing about the S31 is it takes care of all that maintenance itself. I set up the S31 in about 10 minutes, and from that point on, it was zipping around, vacuuming, and even zooming back to its base station when necessary for charging and emptying waste into a sealed bag....

Acer just announced the TravelMate Spin P6, a work-focused hybrid laptop running the latest version of Windows. Acer says the new Spin P6 will sport an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 vPro processor and will support up to 32 GB of DDR4x memory. Additionally, the hybrid laptop weighs in at just 2.2 pounds, making it exceptionally easy to carry around wherever you need to go. It’s expected to retail for $1,399 in the US and will be available this December....

How Do You Hide a Facebook Friend? There are three ways to hide friends and pages from your news feed: Hide Post: Hide a specific post from your news feed. You won’t see it again.Snooze for 30 Days: Don’t see posts from a friend for 30 days.Unfollow: Only see a friend’s status updates if you go to their timeline, not in your news feed. Hide a Specific Post What can you do to avoid repeatedly seeing a post that makes your flesh crawl, or one that you don’t want to see in your feed, for any reason?...

Algorithmic bias, when computer systems show prejudiced results, is a growing problem. Twitter users recently found an example of bias on the platform when an image-detection algorithm that crops photos was cutting out Black faces in favor of white ones. The company apologized for the issue, but has not yet released a fix. It’s an example of the bias that teenagers face when they go online, which they do more than any other age group, experts say....

“I started the true crime thing for a couple of reasons. First, nobody on Twitch was doing it, which was mind-blowing to me at the time…[but] the main reason I am so fascinated by true crime is because a lot of violent crime also comes from unprocessed trauma,” she said in a phone interview with Lifewire. A fan favorite of the Smosh universe, Bozeman took a hiatus from content creator after Smosh’s parent company, Defy Media, abruptly shut down in 2018....

First impressions can be everything, and that’s the point behind Fast Laughs, a new feature from Netflix that showcases quick clips of shows and comedy specials. It’s currently only available in specific regions on iOS right now. But experts say the feature could help change how we find new shows to watch, especially if Netflix expands to other genres. “Netflix introducing the Fast Laughs feature should not come as a surprise due to the explosive expansion and market penetration of TikTok,” Jamil Aziz, a marketing team lead at PureVPN, told Lifewire via email....

The person behind the screen name, Danielle Lanza, is no stranger to the influencer life. Before becoming a knockout on the streaming giant, she got her start on Instagram. The entrepreneurial nature of the digital world and her desire to connect to others has led her to keep coming back and storming platform after platform, amassing a cumulative following of over 500,000 across Twitch, TikTok, and Instagram. “It doesn’t feel real....

So what if it’s faster, brighter and can monitor your health in new ways? A watch is a watch even when it’s a smartwatch. At least, that’s what I told myself. During a moment of weakness I caved and bought the 6 and realized how wrong I had been. After spending time with the Series 6 I have discovered that while outwardly it looks like its predecessors, the seemingly small iterations that Apple has included in this model makes it a game-changer....

How to Access Google Docs Trash on a Computer You can get to your trashed items from both Google Docs and Google Drive. Once you’re in there, you can choose to empty the folder or restore files from it. Google automatically deletes documents from the trash after 30 days. Here’s how to do it from a computer. Accessing the Trash in the Google Docs Mobile App Things work a bit differently in the mobile app....

How to Enable Pop-Ups in Chrome Users typically want their browsers to block pop-ups, but there are times when pop-ups are necessary. When web-based forms try to open a dialog box that your browser views as a threat, the browser prevents it from getting to you. In cases like this, the only way to complete the task is to dig into the browser settings and disable pop-up blocking. Here’s how to enable pop-ups in the Chrome browser....

If you are using a DSLR, the problem can easily be rectified by investing in a camera-mounted flash accessory, which comes with the ability to be bounced in different directions. If you do not have that luxury, then here are some tips to help with camera flash problems. Change Your Settings The easiest way to reduce the output of your flash is to alter your aperture, shutter speed, or (as a last resort) your ISO....

How to Back Up iPhone X to iCloud Maybe the simplest way to back up iPhone X is to use iCloud. When you use iCloud, backups run automatically when your iPhone X is locked, connected to Wi-Fi, and plugged into a power source. That means that a backup could run every night for many people. Here’s how to back up iPhone X to iCloud: How to Upgrade iCloud Storage If you’re backing up iPhone X to iCloud, you’ll probably need to upgrade your storage....

How to Change a Fitbit Charge 2 Band Follow these steps to switch out the band on your Fitbit Charge 2: Fitbit Charge 2 Band Types The Charge 2 is compatible with a wide range of wristbands styles and materials, including: Silicone bands: Available in a rainbow of colors, silicone bands are lightweight and easy to wear for all activities, including going to the gym, exercising outdoors, and for casual events....

How to Change Languages in Yahoo Mail To change the language used for your Yahoo Mail account interface: The language change takes effect immediately. If it doesn’t, log out of your Yahoo Mail account and then log back in. What Do the Yahoo Mail Language Settings Do? When you open a Yahoo Mail account, the language used for the interface is determined by your location. For example, if you live in the United States, the default language is English....

Show Chromebook’s Process Memory, CPU, and Network Usage On a regular PC, you might use an app like Task Manager to see how much memory, CPU, or network bandwidth an app is using. On a Chromebook, you’ll need to use the Chromebook Task Manager. Use System Page to See All Chromebook Specs If you want to see the bulk of your Chromebook system specs all in one place, the System Page is the perfect place to check....

Gather Your Gear Start by gathering your tools for the cleanup: Canister or shop vac with a soft brush attachmentOld pantyhose (optional)Lint-free cloth or paper towelsCotton ear swabsIsopropyl alcohol, 99% (available at most pharmacies)Cloth or paper towels for the work surfaceCanned air How to Clean Surface Grime From Your Mac or MacBook Keyboard Getting rid of the dirt and oils that accumulate over time keeps a keyboard or laptop looking new and prevents the grunge from creeping down into the keyboard’s switches where it can do real damage....

How Do I Connect My Magic Keyboard to an iPad? The Magic Keyboard with Touch ID is an update of the original Magic Keyboard that’s pretty similar to the original, except it has a Touch ID button. This keyboard originally shipped with the first M1 iMac, but it’s fully compatible with all M1 Macs and can also connect to your iPad, iPad Air, or iPad Pro. While the Magic Keyboard with Touch ID is compatible with iPads, the Touch ID feature only works with M1 Macs....

How to Hook up a Smart TV Webcam via USB Port To start video chatting on your smart TV, make sure the smart TV is connected to the internet, then follow these instructions. What Are the Benefits of a Smart TV Webcam? Given that your smart TV is essentially a large monitor with high resolution that is capable of connecting to the internet, connecting an HDMI webcam only makes sense. Rather than having to bend over a cramped computer screen or straining to make out details on the screen, you can see everything on your smart TV....

What You Need to Connect Alexa to SmartThings Door locksGarage door openersSecurity systems and devicesCamerasSmart cooking appliances. Set Up Alexa Downloading the Alexa app will also help you set up the connection and control your SmartThings products. You should also download the SmartThings mobile app and create an account. Finally, turn on Smart Home Skills in the Alexa app. Connect to SmartThings With the apps downloaded and your devices ready, you can connect SmartThings devices to Alexa....