How To Update Camera Firmware On An Android Samsung Galaxy

In a recent Froyo, Android 2.2.1 update, Samsung released a faulty version. This resulted in many problems for some, and few for others. Resoundingly similar though is that the video camera either stopped working or became extremely unstable for users with the Epic 4G variant. Thankfully, Samsung released a camera-specific firmware update that should mostly correct this issue. I say “mostly” because the camera is still a little slow, but I confirmed that it does work now....

November 11, 2022 · 4 min · 641 words · Stephen Carlson

How To Use Ifttt With Multiple Actions

With all of this integration, there’s one major flaw with IFTTT. It can only perform one task at a time. There’s no option to create multi-step applets that can perform more than just one action at a time. Thankfully, with a simple technique, it’s possible to use just one trigger to initiate an entire chain of actions. In this article, you’ll learn how to do this through examples. What Is IFTTT?...

November 11, 2022 · 5 min · 978 words · Michael Culbertson

How To Use The Microsoft Edge Built In Dictionary On Windows 10

Old Legacy Edge… There are several new features in Windows 10 1809, aka October 2018 Update. In fact, we have shown you the best new features in 1809 – the ones you will notice first. We have also covered other new features that are more subtle, but in concert, make the OS a better overall experience. Another area that received numerous improvements is Microsoft Edge. One of those includes a built-in dictionary that allows you to look up definitions while reading an article on the web, PDFs, or eBooks....

November 11, 2022 · 2 min · 382 words · William Rodriguez

How To Use The New Google Photo Editing Tools

An important thing to know is that the new tools only work in Google Chrome, at least at the time of this writing. New Google+ Photo Editing First of all, access the Photos section of your Google+ account. Do so by hovering your mouse cursor over Home on the top left side of your Google+ page. Then select Photos. Now, select the picture or image you want to edit – or you can upload a new one....

November 11, 2022 · 4 min · 770 words · Sidney Maxwell

How To Use The New Windows 10 Timeline Feature In Version 1803

Using Windows 10 Timeline To launch Timeline, you can click the new icon located next to the Cortana Search box on the Taskbar. Or, for keyboard warriors, hit Windows Key + Tab on your keyboard. Timeline will display a history of apps and documents you have been using across synced Windows 10 devices. Microsoft calls them Activities and shows what you were working with at any given time. You can move the slider on the right with your mouse to scroll through (or swipe on a touchscreen) to view your past activities....

November 11, 2022 · 3 min · 488 words · James Mast

How To Use Virtual Desktops On Windows 10

Add a Virtual Desktop in Windows 10 Note: If you are on Windows 11 take a look at how to use Virtual Desktops on Windows 11. Adding another desktop is easy. You can do it by clicking the Task View button on the taskbar next to the Search and Start menu, or use the keyboard shortcut Windows Key + Tab and select Add a Desktop as shown below. Or you can add one without pulling up the Task View pane by using Windows Key + Ctrl + D....

November 11, 2022 · 3 min · 497 words · Matt Leverett

How To Use Widgets And The App Library On Ipad

iPad Widgets You’re not mistaken. Yes, there were already widgets on iPad with iPadOS 14. However, those were only Today View widgets that sat on the first page of the Home screen. Apple has unleashed the widgets in iPadOS 15, and now they look very similar to what you’d find on the iPhone. On iPad, widgets come in different sizes and styles and are available for native and third-party apps. Not every app has a set of widgets....

November 11, 2022 · 5 min · 1020 words · Donald Kazunas

How To Watch A Live Stream Of Apple S Iphone 6 Event

The event starts at 10am PST, 12pm CST, or 1pm EST. Apple Special Event Live Watch on your computer: http://www.apple.com/live/ which currently it has a countdown clock rolling. Now, apparently the rules for this is you have to use Safari 5.1.10 or higher on an Mac running OS X 10.6.8 or higher. To watch it on an iPad or iPhone you can use the above link in mobile Safari with a device running iOS 6 or higher....

November 11, 2022 · 2 min · 366 words · Edith Brown

How To Watch Sling Tv On Your Apple Tv

Use AirPlay for Sling TV If you’re in the Apple ecosystem, you can send it to the big screen with the magic of AirPlay. Here’s a look at how it’s done. While Sling TV is available on several set-top boxes and mobile devices, including iOS (7.0 and above) with iPhone or iPad, there isn’t a Sling TV app for the Apple TV. But, thanks to Apple’s proprietary AirPlay technology, you can shoot it over to the big screen....

November 11, 2022 · 3 min · 429 words · Monte Mercer

Improve Windows 10 Security With Exploit Protection

Enable Windows 10 Exploit Protection So, until we have the complete security system implemented, starting with Insider Build 16232, you’ll be able to turn on Exploit Protection inside Windows Defender Security Center by selecting App & browser control. Scroll down to the next page and click Exploit protection settings. On the following page, you’ll have access to two categories. One is for System settings and one for Program settings. Under System settings, you’ll find different security settings that you can turn on or off....

November 11, 2022 · 2 min · 378 words · Hector Marshall

Instagram Stories How They Work How To Pin Them To Your Profile

Instagram Stories allows you to highlight a particular image and message to your followers. It stays on your Instagram profile for 24 hours, is linked to your profile avatar, and is then archived. If you want people to see the stories after that, you can permanently pin them to the top of your Instagram profile in categories. Today, I will cover how Instagram Stories work, how to create them, and how to pin them to your profile....

November 11, 2022 · 5 min · 1005 words · Carrie Bahr

Install Office 2013 Side By Side With Office 2010

Note: For this article, I’m installing the 32-bit version of Office 365 Home Premium Preview on Windows 7 Ultimate. I currently have Office 2010 Pro 32-bit installed on my system. First, download the Office 2013 installer for the 32 or 64-bit version, the choice is yours. After the Click to Run file is downloaded, start the install by running it as Administrator. The first part of the Office 2013 install kicks off....

November 11, 2022 · 2 min · 282 words · Douglas Boswell

Internet Explorer 9 Official Release Date Confirmed

The launch is also timed to go off during a Microsoft endorsed party at SXSW. They are throwing quite the event! A free open bar to specified pass holders, live performances from bands like Fences, Yeasayer, and the Head and the Heart. The IE team will be giving away VIP passes to the event via Twitter for anyone that is interested in attending. Microsoft has the full details on their official blog post....

November 11, 2022 · 1 min · 131 words · Shaina Pendleton

Investors Want Ballmer Replaced Microsoft Execs Stand Behind Him For Now

Last Wednesday at the annual Ira Sohn Investment Research Conference in New York, was the first blatantly pointed criticisms of Ballmer from a prominent investor. David Einhorn, CEO of Greenlight Capital, stated during a speech that it’s time to “give someone else a chance,” because “his continued presence is the biggest overhang on Microsoft’s stock.” This direct attack on Ballmer comes the day after IBM’s market value surpassed Microsoft for the first time in 15 years....

November 11, 2022 · 2 min · 262 words · Jeanne Shurman

Itunes Updates To 10 2 Now Supports Ipad 2 And Ios 4 3

If you have iTunes installed already, it should prompt you for an update (assuming you have update notifications enabled). This update adds in support for iOS 4.3 once it hits the App Store on March 11th; It also allows you to hook up a shiny new iPad 2 to iTunes. Oh, and lets not forget – QuickTime is included free of charge! Yay…/sarcasm. Suppose you don’t have iTunes on your computer, but you want the new version of iOS, or you need to sync up your fancy new iPad....

November 11, 2022 · 1 min · 156 words · Christopher Bailey

Just Launched Microsoft Teams A Cloud Based Collaboration Platform And Slack Competitor

Microsoft Teams You can take a look at ourhands-on review of Microsoft Teams, or check out the video below: Just like Slack, Microsoft Teams works on the web as well as on macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android. Teams also touts deep integration with new and existing Microsoft technologies such as Planner, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, OneNote, Power BI, and Delve. This is a significant advantage for the software giant since these Microsoft products are likely already deployed in most large enterprises and SMBs....

November 11, 2022 · 3 min · 615 words · Ella Niebaum

Logic Pro X Now Available In Mac App Store For 200

Apple Logic Pro X for OS X There is no upgrade pricing, but at $200, it’s not a bad deal. The whole package offers a lot, and the fact that you aren’t limited to how many of your computers you can tie it to if you are a single user is also a plus. While there is no particular update that stands out as amazing, I do like the simplified arpeggiator and the pitch corrector....

November 11, 2022 · 3 min · 591 words · Lisa Matta

Make Microsoft Word Always Paste In Plain Text

For example, here, I copied some text from groovyPost and hit Ctrl + V to paste it in, and it brings the site formatting over – bolding, font style, font size. It’s set to bring over links automatically too. Make Word Keep Plain Text Only In Word 2010 or 2013, go to File > Options > Advanced or in Office 2007 click the Office button > Word Options > Advanced....

November 11, 2022 · 2 min · 362 words · Audrey Gilden

Make Windows Not Open All Programs In Start Menu

To disable this default feature, right click on the Start menu and select Properties. The Taskbar and Start Menu Properties windows comes up. Make sure the Start Menu tab is selected, the click the Customize button. The Customize Start Menu screen comes up. Scroll down and uncheck Open Submenus When I Pause on Them with the Mouse Pointer. Then click OK. Click ok on the Start Menu Properties window. Now when you open the Start Menu, hover over All Programs, and it won’t come up....

November 11, 2022 · 1 min · 152 words · Lisa Selph

Make Windows Underline Menu Shortcut Keys

Having to memorize all keyboard shortcuts is a daunting task, but Windows can make it easier by underlining shortcut keys on menu items. The underlined keys are disabled by default, but it’s easy to make them show up. Open Control Panel and select Ease of Access Center. Scroll down the list and click “Make the Keyboard Easier to Use.” Scroll down on the next screen and check “Underline Keyboard Shortcuts and Access Keys....

November 11, 2022 · 1 min · 163 words · Clarence Morris