The Voice Memos App Apple includes the free Voice Memos app on the iPhone and iPad. By default, it’s located in the Utilities folder on the Home screen. Like some of Apple’s other native apps, Voice Memos is deletable. You can re-install it from the App Store at any time. Recording Voice Memos To create a recording using the Voice Memos app on the iPhone: Your device automatically saves the recorded audio file when you hit the Stop button....

Shut Down or Restart a Windows 10 PC Using Remote Desktop The simplest way to shut down or reboot a remote Windows 10 computer is to connect via Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and then click Start > Restart or Shut Down. You’ll need to be running Windows 10 Pro, Education, or Enterprise on each computer for this to work. If you have a mix of operating systems on your network, you can use TightVNC to remotely control a PC from Mac, Windows, or Linux....

Whether you want to pop a building out from its surroundings or get rid of something distracting behind your subject, here’s how to remove the background from an image in PowerPoint. Background Removal Limits in PowerPoint Before you begin, keep in mind that the background removal feature in PowerPoint does not currently support the following image types. Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG)Adobe Illustrator Graphics (AI)Windows Metafile Format (WMF)Vector Drawing File (DRW)...

Steve, I changed the name in the ownership. How do I change the computer name? The process has not changed from Windows XP days through Windows 8 (those instructions are lower in the article). But the process has changed in Windows 10. Don’t forget you need to be logged in with an account that has Administrator rights. These steps also assume your computer is a member of a Workgroup or standalone, and not a Windows Domain/Active Directory (Corporate Network....

Once you’ve created a Windows 7 system image, you’re probably curious how to use it to restore your computer. If Windows 7 is still operational, it can easily be done using the Backup and Restore tool. However, if Windows just won’t boot up correctly, there is an alternate method to get things back up and running, and luckily for you, the simple step-by-step is below! Note: Before we get started, be certain you want to replace your existing Windows 7 install with a new system image....

First, login to your Outlook.com account. Click on the gear icon and Select More Mail Settings. Under Managing Your Account, select Messaging History. Check Save Instant Messages and click Save. This adds a new folder under Inbox. Do note that after you enable Messaging History, it will take some time to appear in your inbox after you close a chat. So, don’t worry if it doesn’t show up right away....

What is FaceTime? First introduced on the iPhone 4 in 2010, FaceTime is a proprietary video-telephony product from Apple. It allows iPhone, iPad, and Mac users to communicate via video or audio through a Wi-Fi or cellular connection. It’s also available on Apple Watch audio-only. Protected by end-to-end encryption, FaceTime is only accessible by senders and receivers, with Apple deliberately being unable to decrypt FaceTime communications. Until now, there was no way non-Apple device users could join a FaceTime chat....

You don’t need to hit your data cap, however, as you can configure Windows to recognize that a metered connection is in use. You can use metered connections to manage your data usage on Windows 11, helping you to keep within your data usage limits. Here’s how to set up a metered connection in Windows 11. What is a Metered Connection in Windows 11? A metered connection allows you to limit the amount of data that Windows uses....

Parental controls allow you to protect your child from inappropriate content online. It also lets you limit the amount of time spent on the PC and create an overall secure environment. Here’s how to set up parental controls on a Windows 11 PC. How to Set Up Parental Controls on Windows 11 Before getting started, you need to ensure you have two accounts on the PC—one for the parent and a separate account for your child....

Most Used Apps List on Windows 10 You can hide or display the Most Used Apps list on the Windows 10 Start menu too. And the easiest way to remove an app on Windows 10 is directly from the Start menu itself. Right-click on a listed app and select More > Don’t show in this list. To remove the “Most used” apps list completely, make sure to read our instructions on removing it on Windows 10 Start menu....

There’s a few reason to sideload with Windows Phone 8 too. Like installing apps you might find in the XDA developers forum. Or, download apps to the SD card and have the ability to install them when you don’t have a data or WiFi connection. Then you can download large apps – usually games – and install them. Also, if you reset your phone to factory settings, having all of your apps on the SD card will make reinstalling them much easier....

Stop Automatic Driver Updates Windows 10 Pro If you’re running Windows 10 Pro, the simplest way to stop automatic driver updates is through Group Policy Editor. Hit Windows Key + R and type: gpedit.msc and hit Enter or click OK. Then navigate to the following path: Then double-click on “Do not include drivers with Windows Update” in the right pane. Select Enabled on the next screen and then click OK and close out of Group Policy Editor....

Open a blank document or any document that you want to add a screenshot to. Now click the Insert tab. In the Illustrations section of the Ribbon, click on Screenshot and it will show you more options. You can take screenshots of an open window or a selected region. While you have a window open that you want to take a capture of, just open Word 2013 and it will show it as a thumbnail under Available Windows....

Just today I got a message on my smartphone telling me WhatsApp is outdated and needs a new version to access messages. On a smartphone data plan, this is unrealistic, with limited connectivity, I have to resort to carrying my laptop into town to get it updated, but what about my smartphone? Internet Café’s in my country tend not to provide wireless access limiting you to a wired connection. Thankfully, there is a quick and easy workaround for that; sharing your computer’s Wi-Fi connection....

I realized this was the case yesterday when I read about Google’s new “conversational search” feature. You can only use it with the latest version of Chrome. Update Google Chrome – Option 1 To manually update to the latest version, click the Options > Help > About Google Chrome. There, you’ll see the current version you’re running and that an update is available. Click Relaunch, and you’ll be running the latest version in no time....

Well, for those who hear warnings like “will void your warranty” and “may irrevocably brick your phone” and say “Fie!”, there’s a solution. Coding wizard Chris Walsh went ahead and made it possible for the recklessly eager to get that sweet, sweet WP7 update without waiting. Here’s how: Disclaimer: If you rely on your phone even a little eensy bit, do not follow these steps. I’m going to estimate that the chances that you’ll completely ruin your phone is 1 out of 10....

Windows 10 S is Microsoft’s answer to the closed ecosystem of macOS and the Mac App Store. It’s only intended to run the new universal apps, which are designed to run on a variety of Microsoft devices (laptops, tablets, phones) and are only available through the Windows Store. Just as Apple computers have been historically less plagued by malware and viruses, Windows 10 S is expected to be a lot more secure than vanilla Windows 10 because standard Win32 apps are not allowed to execute....

Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to use one wherever you are? If you’re an iPhone user, you have your very own voice assistant built into your smartphone. Siri is packed with features and it can do a lot more than you may think. If you’re not already using Siri, it’s time to start. Here’s how to use Siri on an iPhone 13. How to Set Up Siri on iPhone 13 There are a few different ways that you can use Siri on the iPhone 13....

Facebook Voice Messaging Android There might be times when you need to communicate something quickly to one of your Facebook friends but your hands are full or you’re driving. That’s what the voice messaging feature of the Facebook app does. First, here’s a look at it on Android. Just go to the conversation you’re having with the contact and tap the plus button next to the messaging box. The menu from which you can send stickers, photos and whatnot will come up....

Facebook is jumping on this trend with their version of live streaming which was recently launched for iPhone and other iOS devices. Thankfully, my local cellular carrier provides subscribers with free access to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram without affecting data use. I have had the opportunity to check out the feature for a few weeks and enjoy it. View and Subscribe to Facebook Live Streams Live Streams can be published by verified Facebook users....