Many strategy games often require that they be played online, or at least have a persistent internet connection, but there are still loads of fun titles that can be played entirely offline on mobile, PC, and gaming consoles. Here are 12 of the best offline strategy games worth playing. Download Aven Colony for Xbox One Download Aven Colony for PC The 40 or so single-player campaigns will keep most gamers busy when playing offline, however, the multiplayer is also recommended for those that can get an internet connection....

Here’s a list of 12 useful tips for Microsoft Excel for Android. Add these tasks to your resume of spreadsheet skills and you’ll be the coolest Excel mobile user on your team. Note: The following directions apply to Excel for Android on phones and tablets. Here are a few typing tips: Type text: Double tap a cell, type your text, then tap the green check mark. After you’re done typing, tap Enter to move to the cell below....

There are lots of Pixel tricks that you might not be aware of. Things that are just a button away from being used but aren’t an obvious feature unless you like to dig through your phone’s settings. Below are some of our favorite Google Pixel tips and tricks so that you can get the most out of your phone. Most of them work on every edition of the phone, so even you original Pixel owners should find this list very useful!...

Low tire pressure increases the amount of friction on your tires which can drastically reduce the lifespan of your tread and causing them to be replaced more frequently and in some cases can lead to blowouts due to overheating. In addition to saving you on costly replacement parts for your car, keeping your tires properly inflated can provide you with optimal fuel economy. To round out your car knowledge make sure to head over to our hub for connected car tech before you take a look at our collection of the best tire pressure gauges....

With this app, you also get a news section that delivers the latest from around the esports world in real time. There’s also a tournaments section where you can browse upcoming events and take a look at the participating teams. If you can’t find a specific player, team, or event, you can always rely on the search tool to get more information. Download For: Strafe is a fairly complete solution for news, updates, and live scoring....

Defining Privacy First, privacy may mean privacy from other people with access to your device. You might not want the fact that you searched for a gift for someone in your household to be discovered by someone that shares access to your computer. More concerning is the scenario where a person in an abusive relationship, for example, may not want someone else in the household to know they’ve searched for help....

Whether you want to read, watch movies, make video calls, or get some work done, we’ve found the best iPad stands out there for all kinds of uses. Check out our list below to find the best iPad stand for a hands-free experience. Our tester noted that it supports both landscape and portrait modes, and there’s a cutout along the bottom edge that lets you plug in and charge your device when the iPad is oriented vertically....

The OtterBox Defender Series combines multiple layers together to secure your phone. Although the Note 9 already has its own protection against water, the OtterBox Defender offers a sturdy inner shell and a soft, shock-absorbing outer shell. This helps protect all the glass that covers the front and back of the Galaxy Note 9. There’s also a belt clip holster, which covers the front of the phone when you’re not using it, and can also double as a kickstand when you want to view media....

Find and send holiday greetings from this list of the best Christmas e-card providers for 2022, organized by category. Send as many holiday e-cards as you like with a monthly, one-year, or two-year paid membership. American Greetings offers a seven-day free trial to test the service. Sign up for a free account with limited options and a paid membership with unlimited access. The JibJab Android and iPhone mobile apps come with a monthly membership option....

If you plan to play a lot of mobile games, especially high-end modern titles with a lot of 3D graphics, you’ll need a phone with plenty of processing power. You’ll need enough storage space for your downloads and enough battery life to keep you going on the road. Any of the best smartphones, in general, should have no problem with all the above, though they often come at a hefty price....

Gamers want to look for a CPU with higher clock speeds that supports a lot of RAM, while content creators may want a multi-core processor with a lot of RAM and 4K video support, but they don’t necessarily need those blazing clock speeds. For those who want a PC for maximum productivity, a mid-tier processor should do the trick, as business professionals usually just need something powerful enough for multitasking....

The number of benchmark apps is staggering, so we compiled seven of the best ones in categories like the best all-in-one benchmark, best benchmark for gamers, best benchmark for virtual reality (VR), and more. After you install and launch Novabench, you can easily run the entire suite of benchmarks by clicking Start Tests. Novabench will automatically run through all of its benchmarks and then present you with an overall score, which you can compare on their website....

Gears of War 4 is an over-the-shoulder third person shooter filled with beautiful visuals and set pieces with the constant element of action. Players must work within a squad, fighting through hordes of invading aggressive aliens using weapons like chainsaws, explosive drills, and machine guns. Gears of War 4 features both an online and offline co-op multiplayer story mode too, so you and a friend can battle through the frenzy of aliens and save humanity once and for all....

When you pick one of the best books for Android app development, the possibilities for your future app are endless. Just make sure to read our guide to making money with app development if you’re looking to make a quick buck. With a focus on practical techniques and approaches, Android Programming doesn’t require any previous Android development experience. It does assume a reasonable level of pre-existing Java knowledge, however, so it can focus fully on the Android-specific elements....

While the width of each label is limited to one inch, this is more than enough for use around the kitchen, labeling toy bins, or office file folders. It’s fun and easy to use, so you might find yourself constantly on the lookout for more things to label! You’ve got a huge array of options to put on your labels, with 14 fonts, 600 symbols, and 99 frames to play with....

You could do this on your own, but a lot of components go into a well rounded lighting setup. If you buy it piece by piece, you’ve got to put the time into researching and selecting which individual components to buy, and it’s likely going to be fairly expensive. The time and cost saving alternative is to buy a light kit. Which kit you get will depend on what you intend to shoot: portraits, products, still life, macro images of insects, or even green screen video that allows you to get really creative and add different backgrounds when you’re editing the footage on your PC....

As you might expect, the Apple Pencil has the same basic form factor of a #2 pencil, minus the hard edges and the yellow color. In fact, the Pencil is about the same length as a brand new #2, which makes it one of the longest styluses on the market. Even the tip has the form factor of a sharpened pencil, and the only real thing the Pencil is lacking other than color is an eraser, a feature exhibited by much of its competition....

Whether your thing is fitness, home automation, or productivity; there’s an app for you. The following Galaxy Watch apps will transform your watch from just a digital timepiece into a functional tool you’ll find yourself using every day. With a Galaxy Watch, you can install the Map My Run app on your watch and leave your phone in the car while you head out on your run. To use the app on your phone for logging a run, you’ll need to turn on Location in your watch settings....

The AmpliFi FX100 also lets you connect to the internet to find the right tone. Access your song library, choose a song, and allow AmpliFi FX100 to recommend the closest guitar tone for the song. While it isn’t always perfect, it can be a handy feature. The iRig HD has a 1/4" jack for the guitar and plugs into the iPad headphone jack. It also includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack, so you don’t give up the ability to listen to or monitor your playing on headphones....

“Unquestionably the best home design software out there.” Best for DIY Home Enthusiasts: Home Designer Pro “The best thing for DIY home enthusiasts.” Best for Ease Of Use: Sweet Home 3D “You can create straight, round or sloping walls with precise dimensions, with just your mouse and keyboard.” Best Budget: Total 3D Home, Landscape & Deck Premium Suite “Upload your own sketches or choose from 14,000 samples to get your planning started....