You’re about to start a meeting and you need a webcam only to find that you do not have one handy. As it turns out, the camera on your Android or iPhone device can work as a wireless webcam; all you need is the right software and perhaps a few accessories. Quick Tip Your smartphone is perfectly capable of running applications like Zoom, Skype , or Microsoft Teams for video calls while you use your computer for other purposes....
Even though AliExpress is one of the most visited online shopping websites in the world, many users still don’t trust this platform. If you’re also wondering if Aliexpress is safe to buy from, read our review of the site and see if it dispels your concerns. What Is AliExpress & How It Works AliExpress is an online shopping platform that sells a wide range of items, including clothes, beauty products, electronics, jewelry, furniture and more....
Being left in the dark sucks, but what sucks even more is finding your trusty iPhone (or iPad!) flashlight won’t turn on, and the flashlight icon in the Control Center is greyed out. The good news is that your flashlight is probably okay; the bad news is that you may have to do some quick and dirty troubleshooting to get your light back. So sorry for those of you in a zombie apocalypse....
Outlook is an excellent full-featured, powerful and reliable email client from Microsoft. However, there may be times when you may experience issues with Outlook not being able to load or open, which can be confusing and frustrating. In this guide, we’ll show you some simple and more advanced troubleshooting solutions that can help you get Outlook back up and running quickly. Why Outlook Will Not Open There are several reasons why Outlook might not load or work correctly....
Microsoft Teams is a communication platform that’s part of the Office 365 suite of tools. Some users have reported that Microsoft Teams chat messages aren’t showing up, preventing them from communicating with their teammates. In this article, we’ll explain how to fix Microsoft Teams not showing chats. Why Is Chat Not Showing in Teams? Users have reported a few variations of this error on the desktop app and web app on the Windows 10, Windows 11, and Mac operating systems....
Microsoft Teams became the go-to communication tool since Microsoft decided to discontinue Skype for Business. With abundant features, Teams proved a worthy replacement and a solid alternative to Slack. That said, Teams isn’t a perfect program and you’ll encounter various bugs and glitches that interrupt your meeting. Fortunately, most of them are easy to fix in no time. One of the most common problems Microsoft Teams users experience is that the app simply won’t load or open on their computers, be it Windows or macOS....
Do you keep receiving a “program can’t start because MSVCR120.dll is missing” error while attempting to launch an application in Windows 10? Typically, the reason for that lies with a corrupt or missing Visual C++ Redistributable installation. The Visual C++ Redistributable package contains crucial runtime components for programs built using C++ to work correctly. Although there are many versions of the package, the MSVCR120.dll file is specific to the Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable....
As if there weren’t enough display-related acronyms, such as “TN” or “HDR,” now the popular IPS (In-Plane Switching) screen technology has a variation known as “Nano IPS.” In this article, we’ll compare traditional IPS technology with the newer Nano IPS technology and help you understand which might be better suited for your needs. Understanding IPS Technology IPS technology has been a staple in LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panels for years....
Most files that you download from the Internet usually come in an archived format and have one of the formats used for archived and compressed files. Opening these ZIP, RAR, TAR, and BIN files on a Mac may seem impossible on the first try as your machine is just not compatible with these formats by default. Trying to open these incompatible file formats will only throw errors on your screen letting you know the file you’re trying to open can’t be opened....
Does your TV display a black screen or “No Signal” message when connected to your PlayStation 5 ? The problem could be a faulty HDMI cable, dirty or damaged ports, incorrect video input (on TV), etc. This post highlights troubleshooting steps to try if your PS5 isn’t connecting to TVs or monitors. 1. Check Your PS5 Indicator Light Your PS5 should display a solid white indicator light when powered on. If the console displays no light, it’s powered off and won’t transmit video signals to your TV....
As an IT administrator for the last several years, there are some occasions where I go a little overboard with security and do things to lock myself out of a computer. One example is to set a BIOS or CMOS password that I will never remember. If you can’t remember a BIOS or CMOS password, you’re pretty screwed because you won’t be able to even boot up Windows. Earlier, I had written about a way to reset a BIOS password using a couple of different techniques, which is the first thing to try in this situation....
Like any other software, the Windows operating system keeps getting updated to new versions. And while the transitions maintain program compatibility during direct upgrades, things start getting murkier across multiple versions. Programs and games that worked perfectly on your Windows XP PC no longer even run on Windows 11, despite the hardware actually being more powerful. Some applications may launch but have visual issues, displaying weird colors or glitches....
Although Safari runs incredibly well on the iPhone, it isn’t without problems. Sometimes, Apple’s native web browser may act slowly, crash, or fail to load websites altogether. If Safari is not working on your iPhone as usual, then the troubleshooting tips that follow should help you patch it up. Only try out the final fix—which involves resetting the settings on your iPhone—if everything else fails. 1. Update iOS Did you update your iPhone recently?...
Samsung is broadening support for its latest and most advanced One UI version to more regions. Users with compatible Samsung devices in the United States , Europe , and India have confirmed receiving the One UI 6.1.1 update. One UI 6.1.1 brings Galaxy AI features like Sketch to Image, Note Assist, Interpreter, Portrait Studio, Chat Assist, Suggested Replies, and Composer. Samsung says the features provide greater intelligence and convenience to “elevate every mobile experience for users....
When you reach level five Farming in Stardew Valley , you can choose between becoming a Rancher and a Tiller. If you chose Tiller and progressed to level 10 Farming, you’ll be faced with another important choice for your career: Agriculturist or Artisan. While both professions are reliable options with good sources of income, one is widely regarded as better than the other. And in this guide, we’ll compare Agriculturist and Artisan to see which is the better option....
PC gaming has never been in a better place than it is today. Not only can you effectively play games spanning the entire history of PC gaming on modern machines, you can also get games at incredibly low prices. With bundle deals, Steam sales and other extreme savings, most PC gamers have more games in their collection than they can ever hope to play. PCs can even play games from other platforms ....
In today’s unpredictable stock market, having the right tools can make all the difference between making money and losing money. With the market teetering on the edge of a bear market and volatility reaching new highs, as an investor, you should be looking for any edge you can get. That’s where AI-enhanced stock and options investing tools come in. These innovative platforms use artificial intelligence to analyze vast amounts of data, identify patterns, and predict market trends, helping investors like you make informed decisions....
Finding the right software for editing your video can be difficult, especially if you’re a beginner editor . If you’re not sure what features you’re looking for in your video editing software, it’s best to try the ones that are free instead of paying for something you might not need. Free video editing software can help you with the tasks like adding or extracting audio from video , resizing and compressing video files, adding subtitles to your video, and many more....
As time and technology progress, it becomes increasingly more difficult to play older video games. Maybe your original console stopped working or you lost the cartridge in a move. In some cases, you might not have a TV that works with the console anymore. If you really want to play the SNES version of Pirates of Dark Water again, emulation is your best option. The key to emulating your favorite classic games is to find a reliable ROM site, and that can be tricky as not all ROM sites are legal ....
The PlayStation 5 is one of the most looked-forward to consoles of the upcoming generation Sony’s recent livestream that debuted titles only stoked the flames. Fans tuned in to see which titles, if any, would sell consoles, and Sony fulfilled those expectations in a big way. Several games had already been announced for PlayStation 5, but these titles were just next-gen ports of already-popular games. For example, Fortnite and Destiny 2....
