Apple is steadily bringing its apps and services to Windows. However, the company doesn’t seem to have any intention of launching iMessage on Windows PCs orAndroid phones. If you use an iPhone with Windows, Microsoft has a workaround for sending or receiving iMessages from your computer. When working on the desktop, reaching for your iPhone for incoming iMessages isn’t productive. Microsoft’s Phone Link app on Windows connects your iPhone to Windows and manages your iMessages like a pro....

Most people glue their eyes to their TV or screen when watching a movie or TV show. But for me, having a second screen on-hand helps enrich the experience—and it’s time you gave it a go. Many hate spoilers, especially as they ruin the suspense and thrill if you’ve patiently waited for a movie, season, or episode. However, I welcome them, as I get even more excited to see the action unfold before my eyes....

Quick Links Despite the frequent release of new iPhones, I held off on upgrading my iPhone 4s for more than six years. Though the idea of upgrading my iPhone crossed my mind from time to time, I managed to avoid doing that with four main strategies, and you can do the same. I Resisted the Urge to Upgrade To resist upgrading my iPhone, I assessed whether new features, such as Face ID, aligned with my needs rather than my wants....

Quick Links Ever dreamed of playing the sitar, a cello, or a funky electric guitar but lack the instrument or the skill? Google’s Instrument Playground puts a world of musical sounds at your fingertips. This AI-powered tool lets you type in an instrument, add a mood, and generate unique samples to play with and build upon. What Is Google’s Instrument Playground? Google’sInstrument Playgroundis a web-based tool that lets you type in the name of an instrument and an optional descriptive word....

Quick Links Tired of password breaches, I ditched my manager and tried creating my own secure passwords. It was a disaster. DIY methods failed me, and I returned to a password manager for peace of mind. The DIY Methods I Tried When I set out tocreate my own secure passwords, I knew I needed a system that balanced strength and memorability. After all, a password is only as good as your ability to recall it....

While they’re useful, browser extensions can also require a lot of access to what you do in your browser. And if your worst nightmare is having a third-party tool take screenshots of your browsing and send them off to a third-party company, I have bad news for you. A “Featured” Chrome Extension Is Snooping on You Koi Securityhas published a report on how the Chrome extension FreeVPN.One extension abuses Chrome’s extension permission system to take constant screenshots of your browsing....

TheKobo Libra Colourhas hit the market, ready to disrupt the traditional ideals of eReaders. This device not only adds a splash of color to historically black-and-white pages but also allows for annotating in color via stylus. Kobo Libra Colour Reading eBooks and taking notes has never been simpler thanks to the Kobra Libra Colour, an innovation upon the classic e-Ink smart notebook that offers 32GB of storage and a full-color display....

Summary Of all the students at UA High inMy Hero Academia,Ochaco Urarakais definitely one of the kindest, bubbliest, and most supportive. Her absolutely infectious levels of joy coupled with her distinctive and brightly colored appearancemake her an unforgettable heroine.Ochaco always brightens her fellow classmates' livesand inspires them to try their best, whether that’s in their hero work or just in life in general. Cosplayer shelbsyxmariehas posted an unbelievably accurate recreation of Uraraka’s anime appearance on Reddit,bringing the highly powered heroine to the real world....

Summary Nintendo has its fair share of franchises that have fallen by the wayside over the years, but when it comes to power players likeMariogames, the company can be surprisingly consistent about keeping up traditions. From the obviousheavy hitters likeMario Kartto a number of RPGs and sports-themed spin-offs, the odds are that any reasonably successful game starring the intrepid plumber will get its fair share of sequels. One of his most interesting roles might be coming to an end, however, and it’s ultiamtely not that much of a surprise....

If you’re a Nothing Phone 1 owner, you’ve probably been anticipating the rollout of Nothing OS 2.5. The update, which is fueled byAndroid 14, comes with a slew of new features that enhance performance and UI alike. Now, the long wait is over — Nothing OS 2.5 is officially rolling out in beta for all Nothing Phone 1 devices. Nothing announcedon its community page that Nothing OS 2.5 is now in beta testing on the Nothing Phone 1....

It’s not always about the gasps. Sometimes, it’s about the moments in between the gasps that truly define a story. For Qualcomm and its next chipset for mobile devices, that rings true. While theSnapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC was announcedjust under a month ago to ravenous applause — even if we think thatsome of the improvements on the chip are pointlesswhen mobile gaming remains so lackluster — that chip will only go into the very best of phones that Samsung and the like have to offer....

Samsung Galaxy S24 The smallest of Samsung’s 2024 flagships packs possibly the most significant upgrades of the series, with a significantly brighter and 1-120Hz adaptable refresh rate screen, cameras that finally match the S24+, and an even more polished build than the last two years. The Galaxy S24 is a great device, offering impressive power and features, that comes in a relatively compact size. The Galaxy S24 can really do it all, with its all-day battery life, powerful software, robust feature set, and great cameras....

Sony’s next mid-range Xperia looks promising in these leaked unofficial renders Sony is no longer the force it used to be in the smartphone business with its Xperia lineup of phones failing to compete with theindustry’s best smartphones, at least in retail terms. This is partly due to the Japanese manufacturer’s unwillingness to adapt to changing times, resulting in flagship phones that don’t havecutting-edge featureswith even the$1,800 Xperia Pro-Ifailing to impress....