This is an option when you first set up your device, but if you don’t remember whether you allowed syncing the Google Calendar in your Android device, here’s how to find out. Open your Calendar app and press on your phone’s Menu key. If you haven’t added a new account yet, go to Settings and tap Add Account on the top right corner. On the list, choose Google account and follow the prompts to set it up....
Synergy Software Synergy, which recently merged with Synergy+, is a free open source software that allows you to share your keyboard and mouse among several computers without VNC or a KVM switch. And because of that, you don’t get any of the screen lag or video issues that you would with VNC or the hassle of installing new hardware, such as a KVM switch. For example, as I’m writing this post, I am using the built-in keyboard on my Macbook running OS X 10....
This week Join Host Josh Windisch and Brian Burgess discuss what’s annoying them in the world of tech and tech journalism. IDC reports that PC sales are down 14% this quarter, and all headlines read it’s Microsoft and Windows 8’s fault. A few weeks ago we talked about all tech journalism reporting that Apple is doomed. This is all link bait folks, and to get the real story you have to really research several sources to get the real story....
This, according to Apple, is not a bug; instead, it’s a feature. I’ll explain why in a second. But what if you want to disable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi altogether to conserve battery life and avoid unexpected data charges? I’ll show you that, too. How to Make Sure Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are Turned Off in iOS 11 The wireless internet and Bluetooth toggles on the Control Center are a little misleading....
Here’s a look at what you can do with Cortana and some tips for getting the most from the desktop assistant. Enable Hey Cortana The ‘Hey Cortana” feature lets you activate it by voice and engage by speaking to your PC. However, it’s not enabled by default. To turn it on, open Cortana and select Settings and then flip the switch on. You don’t need to talk to your computer to use Cortana; you can also type your queries into the Cortana search box....
Fix a Broken Windows 10 installation Incompatible applications are a common reason why Windows 10 installations might be broken after upgrading. Users have reported being unable to open the Start menu, or the desktop will flicker, antivirus utilities are notorious for this. You can try uninstalling them, then reinstall a compatible version or switch to the built-in Windows Defender. If the Start menu is inaccessible after an upgrade, press Windows key + X then click Programs and Features, select your incompatible Antivirus utility then uninstall it....
Big hands are great for smashing things and catching footballs, but when you’re typing on a Laptop or Netbook with a Touchpad mouse they tend to hit the trackpad and mess everything up. True, you could just disable the trackpad entirely and use a USB or Bluetooth mouse, but what if that isn’t an available option? For example, when I’m on the go with my laptop I usually don’t have counter space for an external mouse, I’m stuck with the Touchpad....
Are all digital memory cards made the same? Right? Costco has a sale this week, so if it fits my camera I should just grab it right? This question is one I get all the time from people getting into photography. The answer, no. All memory cards are not made equal and as far as which memory card is best for you depends on your camera’s make and model. This subject of memory cards can be a bit confusing I know as there are dozens of types, brands and other specs of memory listed for all these cards....
Monitor Locked by Hotkey Even when your computer is in Sleep mode, the monitor can be woken up by various events. Other than a cat, it could be the mouse moves slightly, ora disc inserted in the optical drive can sometimes do it. Super Sleep is a small utility which will make sure that doesn’t happen. It does that by requiring a custom keyboard combination in order for it to wake up....
As I’ve been engaged in tech support & administration over the years, with Windows there have been countless occasions to use the CMD prompt to get something done. Today I’d like to share a quick-tip that some of you might already know, but it’s a good reminder none-the-less because it can save a lot of time. In Windows it is possible to open a CMD prompt within any directory that you currently have visible in Windows Explorer....
The YouTube stream was widely to advertise Virgin America’s in-flight WiFi system, GoGo. They now offer it on every plane, but unfortunately it isn’t free. They expect you to pay at least $10 for internet no matter how short your flight is and it becomes even more costly on long flights. Last year however, Virgin America teamed up with Google again and offered Free WiFi across nearly every national airport and all of their flights during the Holiday season....
This Week’s Questions From Groovy Readers The Windows 7 RC will begin to expire March 1, 2010, Windows 7 RC will begin shutting down every 2 hours, which can make it difficult to use your computer. The Windows 7 RC will fully expire on June 1, 2010. This doesn’t mean that Windows 7 will stop working, but it will get very annoying. As soon as the expiration date passes the Non-Genuine software alerts and pop-ups will appear and make it very difficult to use the Windows 7 RC on top of the intermittent shutdowns....
Send Files with WeTransfer It uses a Flash interface and it couldn’t be easier to use. It lets you send a file(s) up to 2 GB for free. There’s also a premium version called WeTransfer Channels for $120 / year, which offers the same functionality, but files are stored for four weeks instead of just two in the free version. The premium version also gives you a custom URL and custom wallpapers for your WeTransfer site — perfect for businesses....
Setting Up Apple Cash To use Apple Cash you must first set it up and verify your identity. Before you begin, make sure your Apple software on your device is up-to-date. From there: Verifying Your Identity To use Apple Cash, you need to verify your identity using one or more sources. Without verification, you cannot send and receive money with Apple Pay. To verify: At this point, you must capture your driver’s license or state ID following the on-screen instructions....
You might have noticed that somewhere on your Windows 10 system there are a few GBs of unaccounted-for space. One of the places that this vanishing space is hiding is in the hiberfil.sys file. Besides being a big space hog, hiberfil.sys has another function for Windows 10 that you may not even use. What Is hiberfil.sys and Why Is It Using So Much Hard Drive Space? The Windows feature is called Hibernation....
What is M1 Finance? At the heart of M1 Finance is the use of portfolio templates called pies. These pies are based on the Modern Portfolio Theory or MPT. Introduced in 1952 by economist Harry Markowitz, MPT is sometimes referred to as mean-variance analysis. It’s a mathematical framework for assembling a portfolio of assets where an expected return is maximized for a given level of risk. Further, it says an asset’s risk and return should never be assessed itself, but rather by how it contributes to a portfolio’s overall risk and return....
What is Microsoft Edge? One of the reasons techies have often chosen Chromium for browser development is also one of the initial goals of the original Chromium team. In 2009, it said it wanted to make a browser “feel lightweight (cognitively and physically) and fast.” On this point, Edge has already found great success. Reasons to Use Microsoft Edge There are various reasons for using Edge on both Windows 10 and macOS....
Slack has entered the Big Boys Club, where its name has also become a verb. Just like “let me Google that for you” or “I’ll Skype you later for a chat,” Slack has also become synonymous with chatting online (“let me Slack you”). Some people are beginning to have Slack divorces, but the vast majority still love and use it. What Is Slack? Slack is, at its core, a chatroom with the ability to set up an unlimited number of new chatrooms....
Deliveries Perhaps my favorite package delivery app, Deliveries is simple to use and supports more than 40 shippers and couriers in 21 countries. These include the big ones plus DHL, TNT, Canada Post, and many more. As you add shipments, you’ll see a countdown to when to expect your packages. There’s also a map showing you the location of your package. For added convenience, Deliveries for iOS also offers a Notification Center widget to let you quickly check your packages without opening the app....
Windows 10 Anniversary Update Cumulative Update KB3176934 There aren’t any new UI changes in this update, but the updates are under the hood. According to the Microsoft Support page: We have released Cumulative Update (KB3176934) to Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14393 on PCs which will bring the build number to 14393.82. This Cumulative Update includes the same fixes as KB3176932 but with an additional fix: Improved download size optimization of updates....
