Animated GIF images are everywhere. You’ll find them in texts, instant messages, and emails as well as on social media channels and websites. They’re so popular that many mobile device keyboards have a dedicated button to search for GIF images. One downside to GIFs is that the files can get very large. To help you cut down on the size of the GIF images you find or create, we’ve rounded up some of the best GIF compressor and optimizer tools....
The Game Boy was Nintendo’s first entry into the Game Boy handheld lineup. First launched in 1989, the 8-bit system was weak by modern standards and featured a dot-matrix screen with only five buttons: a D-Pad, Start, Select, A, and B. It also had an adjustable contrast dial on the right side of the screen. But what people remember the Game Boy for isn’t its technology, but the games. The handheld looked like a brick and weighed nearly as much, but it had a lineup of titles that are still beloved today....
Everyone wants to cut energy costs. One of the easiest ways to do that is through energy monitoring tools , but another simple solution is to eliminate phantom power draw. “Phantom power” is energy drawn by devices even when not in direct use, such as to power LED displays. The only way to stop phantom power is to shut off the flow of electricity to that device—and the easiest way to do that without unplugging an appliance when you’re done is through a smart plug....
With the average person now spending a little over 3 hours on their phone per day, many people are wondering how their phone use stacks up and what exactly they’re spending time on. If you are into time management in your life, you may be aware of just how your smartphone can hijack your attention. If you use an iPhone or iPad device, Apple has actually created a way to see the amount of time you spend on your phone....
The “Error code: 2(-998)” is a temporary error that arises when Hulu can’t play movies or TV shows on your streaming device. The playback error could be due to problems with your internet, streaming device, or Hulu’s server. Using an outdated version of the streaming app can also trigger this error message. This tutorial covers 11 possible ways to resolve the error message and get back to streaming your favorite Hulu shows....
Apple Music is one of the most popular music streaming platforms. But lately, Apple Music started displaying an SSL Error claiming that the secure connection to the server cannot be made. Technical hurdles such as this can be very frustrating. If you have experienced the SSL error while listening to Apple Music on your iPhone , don’t worry. Here’s what you can do to make sure to fix the SSL error and go back to enjoying your favorite tunes....
So I ran into an interesting problem the other day when I tried to pin a program to the Windows 7 taskbar. Usually, I just right-click on the open application and say Pin this program to the taskbar : Unfortunately, something happened, or I did something wrong and this option disappeared! So I tried to drag the icon to the taskbar, thinking that would work, but it didn’t either! Instead I got a red round sign that meant I could not drop the item to the taskbar....
Your desktop or laptop computer has a wide variety of ports and connection types, but what are they all for and how do they differ? USB 2.0, USB 3.0, eSATA, Thunderbolt, Firewire, and Ethernet are some of the technologies that are built into many of the computers sold today. So, what’s the fastest connection type? What type of connection is best to consider for an external hard drive? What about for 4K multi-monitor support?...
I have Windows 7 installed on my Mac using VMWare Fusion and today I needed to get into the BIOS in order to change the boot order for my VM. I went ahead and restarted the VM thinking it should be pretty straightforward getting into the BIOS. Not really. I ran into a few issues. Firstly, the BIOS screen flashed for about a second and then disappeared. Great! Secondly, pressing F2 on my Mac ended up increasing the brightness of the screen instead of sending the key to the VM....
The Internet has modernized our lives and moved most of what we do to the online world. We communicate, relax, learn, watch, and shop from the comfort of our own home or mobile device. In this age of advancing technology, people are looking for quick, easy, and seamless digital experiences. How can your sites consistently deliver a positive user experience and meet user expectations? By using eCommerce chatbots on their websites....
In 2013, more than 3.1 million people were victims of smartphone theft. Even though many stolen phones are never recovered, the good news is that there are multiple ways to thwart the thief. Tools like Find My iPhone can help you locate a stolen phone, lock it down, and even wipe the data clean. What To Do If Your iPhone Is Missing Most of us keep our phones with us at all times....
Do you keep getting an “An error occurred” response while talking to OpenAI’s ChatGPT? It’s a generic error that appears due to many factors, including overloaded OpenAI servers, internet connectivity issues, or problems with your web browser. This guide will walk you through multiple troubleshooting techniques to address and resolve the “An error occurred” message in ChatGPT. Regenerate Response or Reload the Browser Tab ChatGPT is the most popular AI (artificial intelligence) chatbot on the planet, with millions of users constantly interacting with it....
Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer eager to expand your network, understanding why you can’t follow someone on TikTok is crucial to unlocking the full social potential of the app. This tutorial explores the intricacies of TikTok’s follow mechanics to help you seamlessly connect with the vibrant community that makes TikTok an engaging platform. 1. Private Account or You Were Blocked By a User If you try to follow someone and receive a message, “You can’t follow this account due to privacy settings of the user,” it means that the account is private....
Keyboards are not just essential for computer activity but also art. They’re becoming collectibles, with people searching for the most unusual units to acquire. Mechanical keyboards are no exception. Whether you have a collection of quirky keyboards or are looking for an ergonomic mechanical keyboard that can do it all, you’ll find the new Kebohub 001 an interesting specimen. Check out our Kebohub EE01 mechanical keyboard review to determine whether you should choose it as your new keyboard....
Step aside PowerPoint, Google Slides templates can take it from here. Google Slides have been gaining popularity more and more in the last few years and don’t look to be stopping anytime soon. The cloud-based software app provides users a way to create and format collaborative presentations. Google Slides’ convenient features allow users to save time and effort in their busy day-to-day schedules. Google Slides is also customizable via themes and templates to spice up your presentations with elegance and professionalism....
If you’ve upgraded from Windows 10 to Windows 11, you have access to a large library of interactive widget buttons, text, and graphics. Widgets are useful to display information at a glance. Unfortunately, many Windows 11 users report that either the widgets panel or widgets themselves may not work sometimes. Troubleshooting the root cause is not always simple. In this article, we’ll explore various fixes you can try to get those Windows 11 widgets working again....
The Apple TV might not be Apple’s most famous product, but those who have experienced the Apple TV life would find it hard to return to another streaming box. That’s not to say that the experience couldn’t be better. With the best Apple TV accessories, it could be even better. 1.Apple AirPods (3rd Gen),AirPods Pro,AirPods Max, orBeats Fit Pro While you can use any Bluetooth headset with an Apple TV, if you have the new Apple TV 4K (rather than the old Apple TV HD) and an Apple headset that supports spatial audio , you can enjoy this feature....
One of the most common uses for an Android phone is time management. There’s no more convenient place to keep your calendar than on your phone. It’s where you can quickly glance at your daily agenda, add a reminder so you don’t forget a meeting, or plan out your weekly and monthly goals. Unfortunately, not all calendar apps offer the features you need for a truly productive live. Some lack task management....
Computers aren’t the only thing with memory leaks. As people age, they tend to become sluggish and forgetful. The human brain needs to work out like any muscle to stay in good shape. Whether you’re taking classes for seniors to learn new skills or playing games on your smartphone, it’s important to keep the brain active. Self-improvement and mental health are important, so in this article, we will show you the best tools and apps to improve memory for seniors....
The “black screen of death” has left unsuspecting Apple Watch owners with an expensive paperweight instead of a smartwatch. Apple Watch display issues are uncommon but often happen enough that knowing what to do is essential. What Is a “Black Screen Issue” Anyway? A black screen is a symptom with multiple potential causes, so an excellent place to start is defining what we mean when we refer to a black screen and the “black screen of death” specifically....
