Xbox Game Pass started off small but it has quickly grown to be a great offering at a very reasonable price, and it’s an interesting opportunity to get access to a large selection of games on a budget. Xbox Game Pass Overview – Pricing & Available Games Without any deals considered, the Xbox Game Pass for console costs $9.99 per month. Alternatively, you can take out an Xbox Game Pass subscription for PC that only costs $4....
The Windows Store, now known as the Microsoft Store, is the official digital storefront that’s included with Windows 10 by default. You can find apps, software, professional and personal devices, resources, and games to download and use on your Windows device. To access the Microsoft Store, you can use the web version to browse through and find additional items that are exclusive to the web version. You can also browse and install some free apps from the Microsoft Store without signing into Windows 10 using your Microsoft Account ....
When the Xbox One was released to the public one, of its biggest features was the ability to share clips of gameplay. Players landing monster kills in Halo or getting a tactical nuke in Modern Warfare 2 would be able to snap a clip of their gameplay, then post it direct to Twitter right from their console. However, Twitter’s new API update has made that impossible, and it seems Microsoft isn’t planning on doing anything about it....
Zapier is an automation tool in the same vein as IFTTT , but is arguably more powerful in many ways. While IFTTT excels at smart home applications, Zapier sees a lot of usage with regard to business and productivity related applications. Perhaps one of the most powerful Zapier features is the ability to set up multi-step automations. Of course, these powerful features are locked behind a paywall. This guide will take a look at Zapier’s free plan and help you decide whether it’s worth trying, or whether shelling out a little bit of cash each month for a premium plan will give you the extra tools and features you need....
If your iPhone runs iOS 14 or later , adding a clock widget to the Home Screen is the best way to jazz it up. Unlike the stock Clock app, third-party clock apps offer many fantastic-looking widgets. We rummaged through the App Store and found ten great clock apps with widget support that you should try. Note: Some apps below operate a freemium model, meaning you’ll run into in-app purchases or adverts....
If you’ve upgraded from a previous version of Windows to Windows 10, you’ll find that most features of the Control Panel have now been moved to the Settings app. It’s now your go-to app to configure any settings for your computer. However, if you must open the Control Panel in Windows 10 for some reason, you can still do it as it hasn’t fully been removed, yet. There are actually a number of ways to launch this traditional utility on Windows 10....
Bypassing a paywall on WSJ, Business Insider, NYT, etc. is supposed to be something only a paid customer can do. A paywall is in place for that very purpose: to prevent anyone but paid users from accessing specific content. However, depending on how the paywall works, you might have luck using a paywall unblocker to see what’s behind it. Other times, a simple browser trick might be enough to remove the paywall and read the article, watch the video, etc....
Google Chromecast is a popular streaming dongle that makes for an easy and affordable way of throwing content from your smartphone, tablet, or computer to your television wirelessly. The seemingly simple, ultraportable plug and play device has a few tricks up its sleeve that aren’t immediately apparent. Here’s a roundup of some of the hidden Chromecast tips and tricks you may not know that can make casting more magical. Chromecast Tips and Tricks You Didn’t Know Enable Guest Mode...
Music can greatly enhance studying or working, providing deeper focus and concentration. Finding exactly what you want to listen to, though, can be a challenge in and of itself. There are more than enough choices out there, and the type of music you listen to can have an impact on your focus level. Below you’ll find a list of the best YouTube music channels where you can find the perfect music to work or study with....
Transcribing text from images can be a real pain. When text is presented as an image or some other non-selectable format, school and work become difficult. The only solution is to put those eyes and fingers to work and get to typing it—or is it? Optimal Character Recognition, or OCR, is the process of converting typed or handwritten text from media such as scanned documents or photos into plain text....
The Apple Watch Ultra is a rugged smartwatch designed for the adventurous. With its improved GPS, durable display, and extra-long battery life, it’s a device that can withstand the rigors of an active lifestyle. But even the toughest of smartwatches can benefit from an extra layer of protection. That’s where an excellent protective case comes in. What to Look for in an Apple Watch Ultra Cover Given its durability, you might wonder what the point is of adding a case on Apple’s toughest member of the Watch family....
You don’t need to be a professional to start creating your own music. Thanks to music production software for your PC or Mac, it’s never been easier. They offer a cheap way for you to get your creative juices flowing—no studio required. Paid professional software is available, but with companies like Apple offering top-quality production software for free, beginners don’t need to invest huge sums just to get started. Here’s a run-through of six of the best free music production software for beginners to try....
iPhone’s can be great devices for taking beautiful photos. Even though they may lack some features of higher-end cameras, there are still many ways to upgrade your pictures. While having a good working knowledge of the iPhone camera’s built-in features can help plenty, sometimes you may want something more to give your photos a bit more oomph. In these cases, third-party apps can help you to take better pictures, providing you with extra features and editing you can’t get without them....
Over the years, Google has released dozens of products branching out from its search engine. Some of these products we use every day, such as Gmail, while others fizzled out with only a mere fraction of the impact as expected, such as Google Plus. While most know about Gmail, Maps, Docs, and other fantastic Google services, there are a few that have managed to fly under the radar. However, unlike Plus, some have proven to be quite useful and stand up strongly against competitors....
One of the proudest moments of my short career as a mom was when my daughter asked, “Can you read me a story?” It was a school night, and we were really strapped for time, but I grabbed the opportunity and read her one of my childhood favorites. Today, it’s the one nighttime routine – besides brushing teeth – that I try not to let slide. Children love hearing stories , especially at bedtime....
Most users looking for a Mac office suite will probably have one option in mind—Microsoft Office. It’s still one of the best office suites out there, regardless of the platform, but there are other options available that you might not have considered (or even be aware of) for macOS. Choosing the best office suite for Mac will depend on your budget, but there are plenty of free office suites for Mac that you can install without cost....
Linux is an operating system kernel that has been used for many things. There are distros for gaming, business, leisure, and many other various purposes. But did you know that there are also Linux distros for hacking? Whether you’re in an IT security career or pursuing one, learning the ropes in your specific field can help you become better at your job. Using Linux and its varying distros can further your understanding of the uses of ethical hacking and get ready for penetration testing....
There are good reasons for this. Not the least of which is the fact that unlike most bulky, square smartwatches, the Samsung Gear S3 has a circular face that looks like a regular watch. The Samsung Gear S3 Frontier in particular is especially popular because of its innovative rotating bezel for interfacing with the OS, the impressive watch faces you can download, and features that’ll make you feel like you’re James Bond....
With cheap storage devices and cameras on every phone, it’s easier than ever to capture every significant moment in your life. But if you take a lot of pictures and back them up to your computer, you’ve likely run up against a problem—organization. While it’s easy to fill up your hard drive with photos, it is much harder to make sense of that massive collection. Descriptive names certainly help, but after a certain volume, repetition rears its ugly head....
Developing a game is hard. It requires a lot of patience, effort, and passion from multiple aspects. Animation is one those critically important aspects, and not a place you’d want to take shortcuts. As it so happens, Archangel Studios, the developer behind the Soulsborne game Bleak Faith: Forsaken , is being accused of just that. Allegations have surfaced that the developer used animations directly lifted from FromSoftware games, Elden Ring in particular....
