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iPhones and iPads display “SOS only,” “No Service,” or “Searching” on the status bar when they can’t connect to a cellular network. In SOS mode, cellular connectivity features like phone calls and mobile data become unavailable—you can only make emergency SOS calls. Having your iPhone stuck in SOS Only can be frustrating, especially when calling or using cellular data. Try the troubleshooting recommendations in this tutorial to restore your device’s cellular service....

When running an Ethernet cable from your router to your PC isn’t an option, you’re left picking between the lesser of two evils – WiFi extenders or powerline adapters. But which of these is the best? Both technologies have their pros and cons and we’ll be looking at both to explain how each option may be suitable for you. Ultimately though, it’ll come down to your specific usage scenario. More on determining that below....

When people think of wireless earbuds, they automatically think of Apple’s AirPods – and for good reason. Apple AirPods popularised the whole concept of wireless earbuds in the first place. But AirPods – by having the Apple logo slapped on them – are rather expensive. And many people probably don’t realize there are much cheaper competing products out there. Three of those products are Tribit’s Wireless Earbuds, Earfun’s Air Earbuds, and Enacfire E60....

Notepad is one of my favorite programs in Windows and that’s why Microsoft has always included it in every version of Windows shipped since Windows 1.0, which was almost 30 years ago. Not only does it have a long history, but it also has maintained its clean and simple interface. Notepad is a simple text editor that can come in handy when you don’t need any text formatting for your document....

Do you keep receiving error 0x80070643 while attempting to update Windows? It’s an annoying issue that persists no matter how much you try to “Retry” an update. We will show you how to fix error code 0x80070643. Windows Update can occasionally display error code 0x80070643 while updating system components such as Windows Defender and the Microsoft .NET Framework to their latest versions. Rarely, it could also show up while installing quality and cumulative Windows system updates....

Cloud services like Dropbox have changed the way we all use our computers and mobile devices. When was the last time you actually carried files home from work on a USB drive? However, one sometimes annoying aspect of using cloud services is that the features and interfaces change at the whim of the platform owner. Who can keep up with all the tweaks? So here are some new (and old but updated) tips for how to use Dropbox more effectively....

Action & Adventure The first category of movies is Action & Adventure, perfect for an evening with friends or when you need to escape a boring routine and get some thrills from a film. 1.Terminator 2: Judgement Day(1991) IMDb : 8.5/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 93% If you’re looking for an action thriller movie, Terminator 2: Judgement Day is one of the best there is. James Cameron says he saw the whole plot of Terminator one night in a dream....

With iPhone 15, Apple implemented the Dynamic Island for all iPhone models. Why not check out a Dynamic Island wallpaper to emphasize that rounded black bar? You can add a little flare, have a chuckle, or just be whimsical. Note : You can also use these wallpapers for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max Dynamic Island. Visit Outer Space Whether the solar system, astronauts, or aliens, you can bring a sci-fi scene right to your Home screen....

A text box is a great and effective way to organize your thoughts visually , or differentiate a set of text on a page. Text boxes can also make your document look more formal and professional, especially if you’re sharing the document with colleagues. Google doesn’t make adding text boxes in Google Docs as obvious to do as with other word processing programs. Fortunately, there are a few simple methods you can use to insert a text box in Google Docs....

While the best gaming computer is usually one that you build yourself, there’s nothing wrong with buying a quality prebuilt PC if you don’t have time or inclination for the DIY route. Also, competition in the sub-$1000 gaming PC market is hotter than ever, and these are the best gaming computers under $1000 we think you can buy for this budget. Note: Some of the prices mentioned below were when the machines were on sale, so if the sale has ended, you may see a slightly higher price....

VR, or virtual reality, is growing more and more in popularity. There are many VR headsets available and numerous games and programs you can use with them. The technology behind VR is constantly evolving and changing, and there are many ways you can access it. Several headsets on the market are compatible with the iPhone, like Google Cardboard, and there are many virtual reality apps and games available for iOS on the App Store....

When it comes to plug-and-play analytics tracking for your website, Google Analytics is the go-to solution. All it takes is a few minutes of setup and copying and pasting a few lines of code and you’re done—a wealth of analytics data will begin being tracked by Google, for free. However, Google Analytics is not perfect. While it does offer valuable insights on the in-depth details of the users who visit your website, there are alternatives to Google Analytics that rarely get the attention they deserve because of how dominant Google Analytics is in this space....

You’re reading an intriguing article on your favorite publication, but it hits you with a paywall halfway through. If you can’t currently afford to pay a subscription fee, or you’re having issues making payment, the tricks below can help you bypass paywalls and read subscription-based content for free . Before we proceed, we should mention that all paywalls aren’t built the same. Hence, one method may not get you around the paywall of all websites....

Lots of people are “into technology” these days, but most people don’t really care about the technical details of the tech they espouse so much love for. There’s nothing wrong with that, you can love fast cars without knowing exactly how they work under the hood, but there will always be curious tech fans who do want that extra layer of knowledge. In the past, you’d be hard pressed to find this sort of information....

Your Apple Watch works best if it has an active connection to your iPhone. Thankfully, you don’t usually have to worry about that because both devices automatically communicate over Bluetooth so long as you keep them in close range. 1. Check Bluetooth Status Your Apple Watch and iPhone require Bluetooth for connectivity, so it’s good to kick things off by checking if Bluetooth is operational on both devices. Check Apple Watch Bluetooth Status Press the Digital Crown and open the Settings app (tap the gear-shaped icon)....

The feeling of buying a brand new game is great. But once you realize you’re going to have to have to wait, possibly hours, for it to download, that excitement can start to wane. You might start to wonder if there’s any possible way to make your Steam game download faster. And in fact, there are. All of the methods outlined here can help you get much faster download speeds for your Steam games, allowing you to begin your game much more quickly....

Email is such a huge part of your everyday life. While access to free email accounts is great, it isn’t very useful if those email services don’t offer all the features you need. There are countless free email services online today. Some are tailored for privacy. Others are meant to be integrated with all your social accounts and contacts. Still others are geared toward accessibility and cross-platform, mobile access. 1. Gmail You knew Google was going to top this list, right?...

Going to the doctor’s office can be trying at the best of times, but in the middle of a global pandemic, it can be downright dangerous. Thanks to smartphones and the internet, you can now access medical professionals at a distance, get the help you need and even have prescriptions delivered. These are some of the best telehealth apps today, and all of them accept several insurance providers. 1.Teladoc(Android&iOS) Teladoc offers several types of care....

Most audiobooks on Audible cost 1 credit to purchase, and then that audiobook is added to your library. Here are the best methods to get more credits to your Audible account. 1. Free 30-day Trial of Audible 2. Audible Membership Options After the 30-day trial, you’ll immediately be charged for the basic subscription plan. Audible used to offer Gold and Platinum subscriptions, but they’ve since changed their service. The new plans are:...

If you have a nice 4k monitor, you’re likely going to want high-resolution wallpaper to show it off. The following are the best free HD wallpaper sites to update your desktop background. 1.InterfaceLIFT InterfaceLIFT offers stunning high-resolution wallpaper for widescreen and double-screen computers, as well as mobile devices (Android and iPhone). The site features thousands of great 4K desktop wallpapers. The site also automatically detects your display resolution and shows you high-quality wallpapers matching that size....