Overall Findings Think of a smartphone as a miniature computer that can place and receive calls. Most smartphones connect to a virtual store with thousands of apps that turn the phone into something much smarter than a regular cellphone. Smartphone apps include games, image editors, navigation maps, budgeting apps, word processors, and multiple web browser options. Some phones provide a built-in virtual assistant, such as Apple iPhone’s Siri, that responds to verbal instructions....

What Causes Audio/Video Sync Problems? The most common reason audio and video gets out of sync is due to audio processing speed. Audio often processes a lot faster than video, particularly when it comes to 4K videos. High-resolution video files take up a lot of space, and as a result it can take longer to process a video signal than an audio signal. If your receiver or display is set to do a lot of video processing to the incoming signal (such as upscaling), the audio and video can get out of sync, with the audio arriving before the video (or vice versa)....

Corsair’s stated goal is to create a laptop that would act as a single piece of hardware for gaming, streaming, and/or video editing. The Voyager a1600 AMD Advantage Edition is loaded with powerful components, along with Elgato gaming capture technology, so games will play and stream well. Its AMD Ryzen 7 6800 (or Ryzen 9 6900) 8-core processor and Radeon RX 6800M graphics card work together to boost game performance and handle intensive applications....

Much of this software is free, or you may find this functionality built into the graphics programs you already own. Many photo editors and image management tools include web publishing features these days. Tools to Automate Your Web Gallery Linked below is a roundup of tutorials for creating web photo galleries in popular software, plus links to more software with features for creating HTML photo albums and thumbnail index pages, all complete with hyperlinks and ready to upload....

Social media has been ablaze with a #CancelNetflix brigade and new data shows a high rate of subscription cancellation for the streaming company. The asymmetrical conversation brought about by the film’s perceived content has become the latest in a long line of cultural hedge issues igniting conversations on cancel culture and the ability of social media to bend corporations to their will. “I wanted to make a film in the hope of starting a conversation about the sexualization of children,” auteur and Cuties director Maïmouna Doucouré wrote in an op-ed published in The Washington Post....

In a virtual event in February, Meta showcased a new neural model for digital assistants called Project CAIRaoke, which it claims will be capable of having much better contextual conversations. “The major issue with digital assistants is [they’re] supposed to adapt to user behavior and environment, but they work the other way round,” Vivek Khurana, Head of Engineering, Knot Offices, told Lifewire over email. “Project CAIRoke appears to be the right step in the direction of an assistant adapting to user behavior and conditions....

Does iPhone 13 Come With Headphones? Simply put, no. The iPhone 13 only comes with a charging/syncing cable—a USB Type-C to Lightning cable for basic functionality. If you want to use headphones with your iPhone 13, you will need to supply them yourself. No matter which model of the iPhone 13 you buy, headphones are not included. Also, because the iPhone 13 uses a Lightning port for connectivity, you will need to make sure any headphones you do use are either Bluetooth headphones or have a Lightning connection....

Here’s what you need to know about follower limits, including the number of direct messages you can send, the maximum API requests you can make, and more. Twitter Daily Update Limits You can publish up to 2,400 updates to your Twitter account per day from all devices combined (web, cellphone, and other methods). When you surpass this number in a 24-hour period, you can’t make additional updates until the time period passes....

What Is a DRF File? A file with the DRF file extension is a VIZ render file, with DRF standing for Discreet Render Format. These types of files are created using the rendering application VIZ Render, which is bundled with older versions of AutoCAD Architectural software. Some files that use this extension are Dynojet Run files, which save information about a vehicle from a diagnostics test. This data may include temperature, pressure, model data, etc....

Clean the Camera Body Cleaning the body of a DSLR camera requires the same process as cleaning a point-and-shoot camera body. Use a soft, dry cloth, such as a microfiber cloth, to clean the camera body gently of any grime, dust, or fingerprints. For persistent grime, slightly dampen the cloth with distilled water. Clean the Lens When you clean the lens, use a small blower bulb and a soft brush to remove dust or sand....

This program has a major disadvantage when you compare it to similar file recovery software (it limits how much you can restore), but it does have specific features you might like, plus it’s really easy to use. More About EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard The program offers several characteristics: Supported operating systems include macOS 12 through 10.9; Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7; and Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012, 2008, and 2003....

Below are instructions for enabling the feature if you wish to share files and printer access with your network, but you can also follow along to disable file and printer sharing if that concerns you. The steps for enabling or disabling file and printer sharing are slightly different for Windows 10/8/7, Windows Vista and Windows XP, so pay close attention to the differences when they’re called out. Enable or Disable File and Printer Sharing in Windows 10, 8, and 7 Turn On or Off File and Printer Sharing in Windows Vista and XP Listed here are the different networks you’re using....

Most businesses need a scanner, copier, printer, and a fax, so all-in-one printers like the Epson Workforce WF-7720 are a great combination solution. Ideally, these printers do every task well without burdening tech-challenged employees with too much detail. Epson is one of the few printing companies that offer printing on 13” x 19” paper, so we wanted to see if the WF-7720 could function as the center of an office and give us quality prints in a wide format....

What Is Apple Music? Apple Music is a music service that provides four different ways for users to interact with music. Streaming Music The marquee feature of Apple Music is Apple’s Spotify-style streaming music service. During the rise of digital music, Apple focused on the sales of songs and albums through the iTunes Store. It was so successful that it became the largest music retailer in the world, online or offline....

Where You’ll Find HDMI Cable Connections Devices that may have HDMI connections include: TVs, video projectors, and PC monitors.DVD, Blu-ray, and Ultra HD players.Cable/satellite boxes and DVRs.Home theater receivers.Media streamers.Game consoles.PCs and laptops.Select digital cameras, camcorders, and smartphones. HDMI Cable Types HDMI cables provide different capabilities depending on the signal transfer speed (bandwidth) and the HDMI version the cables are associated with. Here are the types of HDMI cables: Standard HDMI Cable: These cables are designed for common HDTV broadcast, cable, and satellite TV resolutions (up to 720p and 1080i) with a bandwidth capacity of up to 5 Gbps....

In Windows Live Hotmail, you can move this instant messaging to, well, instant messaging if you’re both signed in to Windows Live Messenger (in a dedicated application, on the web, or inside Windows Live Hotmail). Exchange Instant Messages in Windows Live Hotmail To send somebody an instant message in Windows Live Hotmail: Make sure you are signed in to Windows Live Messenger in Windows Live Hotmail (see below).Go to your Contact list in Windows Live Hotmail....

As you move through the levels, you’ll see more bouncy balls and a limited number of filler balls you can create. How Much Time You Can Waste With Filler Filler has the potential to waste a ton of your time! This game has over 100 levels, and since they get increasingly more difficult, you’ll use up lots of time trying to beat your friends. This time waster has the potential to be played for weeks or even months....

Battles look pretty good in actionLoads of stuff to doSome decent quality of life improvements What we don’t like The overworld art style isn’t greatTakes a while to get goingThe grind can be a major drag The Bottom Line: Pokemon Shining Pearl reminded me of how irritating these games can be, and why I still enjoy them. The original Pokemon Pearl has been my favorite game in the series ever since it came out in 2007, so of course, I was excited to find out we’d be getting a remake on the Switch....

An announcement from both Fitbit and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reveals a potential problem with Fitbit Ionic Smartwatches. It seems there’s a possibility that the lithium-ion battery in the device can overheat, which can lead to users being burned. The CPSC has stated that Fitbit received over 174 reports (US and international) of its Ionic Smartwatches overheating, with 118 of those reports mentioning users being burned, meaning roughly 67 percent of overheating incidents have resulted in physical injuries....

Companies like Samsung have teased the concept of a 17-inch folding tablet at trade shows, but the Asus 17 Fold OLED tablet is the first of its size to hit retail shelves. The 17.3-inch OLED display boasts a 2.5K resolution, a touchscreen, and a nearly imperceptible hinge in the middle that allows for folding. When folded, it transforms into a pair of 3:2, 12.5-inch 1920x1280 displays. Each display configuration boasts a 0....