First spotted on Reddit, it looks like you can now get Apple music on your Xbox console—something that’s been available for PlayStation consoles for some time already. But it’s finally Xbox owners’ turn to get in on the tunes and music videos. The app description touts much of what you’d expect if you’re already familiar with Apple Music, meaning features like ad-free music and video streaming, custom playlists, on-demand stations, and curated track lists....

Overall Findings Built-in or in-dash GPS navigators use the car’s head unit to control and display GPS maps and information. In contrast, portable GPS units are smaller and can be taken with you. In-Dash GPS Pros and Cons The appeal of built-in GPS navigators solutions comes down to form factor. Whether it’s an aftermarket upgrade or proprietary hardware, built-in units offer a clean and uncluttered system for GPS navigation. How easy the system is to use depends on the manufacturer—if the head unit came with the car or was installed second-hand—but, in general, built-in units are more seamless and easier to use than portable ones....

How to Live Stream on Instagram Starting a live video stream is a bit like preparing to post a story. Here’s how: Instagram Live Rooms Instagram has introduced Live Rooms, which let you go live with up to three other people. From the Instagram camera screen, select Live at the bottom of the screen, then tap the Rooms icon (the two silhouettes) to invite guests. You’ll see a list of other users who are currently live, but you can also search for users to invite....

When you download and install fonts on your PC, you are often installing them for use in several programs from Photoshop to Microsoft Word. Improve your computer’s performance by segragating the fonts you’ll use solely with Adobe products. Managing Fonts with Adobe Typekit The licensing terms of Adobe Typekit, which is the standard method of managing fonts with Adobe Creative Cloud’s portfolio of applications, forbid offline use of a font file unless you’ve purchased the file outright from its original foundry....

The client-server model can be used on the internet as well as on a local area network (LAN). Examples of client-server systems on the internet include web browsers and web servers, FTP clients and servers, and the DNS. Client and Server Hardware Client devices are typically PCs with network software applications installed that request and receive information over the network. In addition, mobile devices function as clients. Servers store files and databases, including complex applications and websites....

Types of Database Relationships Relationships allow you to describe the connections between database tables in powerful ways. These relationships can then be leveraged to perform powerful cross-table queries, known as JOINs. There are three types of database relationships, each named according to the number of table rows involved in the relationship. Each of these three relationship types exists between two tables. One-to-one relationships occur when each entry in the first table has only one counterpart in the second table....

When I discovered that iOS 16 will sync the Shazam app with the built-in Shazam-powered music recognition feature, I thought, “Doesn’t it do that already?” The answer is that it does, but there are some big gaps in the setup. The built-in service recognizes songs, but until iOS 16, it couldn’t save those songs directly to a playlist. It’s a small addition that makes everything less confusing to use. “There is a ‘Sync Shazams to Apple Music’ option in the Shazam app....

The differences in the tablets are substantial in both price and performance. While the iPad is an outstanding value for most tasks, the iPad Air is significantly quicker and has several convenient features. These benefits are worth the higher price. Overall Findings The Apple iPad and iPad Air are similar in appearance. While both tablets have attractive touch screens, the iPad Air’s display is superior and slightly larger. Under the hood, the iPad Air uses the Apple A14 Bionic chip, while the iPad has the older A13 Bionic chip....

Apple’s fall iPhone event is almost upon us, and the rumors and leaks point to an odd mix of old and new. For example, Apple usually keeps the iPhone body’s design around for two years before changing it, so this year should see a new shape (after the iPhones 12 and 13 shared a design). But that’s not going to happen. The focus this year will probably be on the screen and the cameras....

The iPhone 6S is a lot like the iPhone 6 that preceded it but makes a number of key under-the-hood improvements that should take what’s already the best smartphone on the market and make it even better. The iPhone 6S and 6S Plus are virtually identical except for screen size, weight, and battery life. All the key features are available on both phones. Important New Features of the iPhone 6S Key changes introduced on the iPhone 6S include:...

A survey recently published by BlinkAI found more than one in three American smartphone buyers plan to keep a device for more than three years, and only 10% plan to upgrade yearly. This is a long-term trend: the company’s 2015 survey found most buyers were on a two-year replacement cycle. Modern phones are powerful enough to make a long-term commitment practical, but my experience shows there are diminishing returns to keeping a phone beyond three years....

Is Microsoft Word Free? Yes, But Be Aware of the Limitations The short answer is simple: yes. Microsoft Word can be used for free. There’s one important requirement you must fulfill. You need a Microsoft account. All modern versions of Word require you to log in with a Microsoft account, even if you have no intention of paying. Using Microsoft Word for free comes with limitations. These vary based on your platform but, in general, using a free edition of Microsoft Word will restrict formatting and page setup options to a basic set of tools....

The J-Tech Digital 4x1 HDMI Switch offers users a respectable 4K experience, with a 30Hz refresh rate and a preview mode for all connected inputs. With rear ports and a soft black aluminum body, it looks at home on any console or desk. While the switcher performs as expected, there are some significant caveats, lacking 4k/60Hz support and HDCP 2.2 compatibility. In 2019, most 4K content is encoded in HDCP 2....

How Does SMS Work? The SMS allows any Mac to detect sudden motion that would indicate the device has been dropped, knocked over, or in danger of a severe impact. Once this type of motion is detected, the SMS protects the Mac’s hard drive by moving the drive’s heads from their current active location over the spinning magnetic disk platters to a safe location retracted into the side of the drive mechanism....

What’s the update? On the Google blog, Search Software Engineer Angela Wu explains the update will introduce “quick facts” about the people, places, or things related to the images you look up, provided you’re on a mobile device and in the U.S. What it means for you: Have you ever wondered why your local Middle School or parks have the names they do? With this new feature, you’d search for an image of the location, then Google would present you with additional information about the person they’re named after or the event that inspired the name....

Finding a perfect blend between useful features, size, and audio quality is tough for computer speakers, given all the varied tasks they’re used for. The Logitech Z337 speakers aim to find that balance while also working under a very low price tag. They may not have the absolute best sound quality for their price, but they have several advantages over their competition, and they’re good-looking. Design and Accessories: Tiny monsters with lots of character There are few desks that are too small to accommodate the Logitech Z337 speakers....

What Is an M4V File? Developed by Apple and nearly identical to the MP4 format, a file with the M4V file extension is an MPEG-4 video file, or sometimes called an iTunes video file. You’ll most often find these types of files used for movies, TV shows, and music videos downloaded through the iTunes Store. Apple may protect M4V files with DRM copyright protection to prevent unauthorized distribution of the video....

What Are the Controller Options for Mario Kart 8? You can play Mario Kart 8 with any controller that’s compatible with the Wii U. If you play with the Wii U gamepad or the Wii remote, you can control your vehicle by rotating your controller like a steering wheel. MK8 also supports accessories for the Wii like the Wii Wheel and Wii U accessories like the Wii U Pro Classic Controller....

The key to learning a sophisticated piece of software is to break it down and approach it according to the features you’ll be most likely to need on a daily basis. Only after you’ve learned the core fundamentals should you begin attacking some of the more specialized facets of the software. While you could just as easily open your Maya help documents and bring up a sprawling list of keyboard shortcuts, we thought it would be beneficial to provide an abbreviated list that just shows you the essentials — the stuff you’ll be most likely to need in your first weeks or months with the software....

MOS is expressed in one number, from 1 to 5, 1 being the worst and 5 the best. MOS is quite subjective, as it is based on figures that result from what is perceived by people during tests. However, several software applications measure MOS on networks. The Mean Opinion Score Values Taken in whole numbers, the numbers are quite easy to grade. 5: Perfect. Like face-to-face conversation or radio reception....