Apple just released new versions of iOS, HomePod, and tvOS that support AirPlay 2, a huge upgrade that lets you play music from your iPhone on multiple devices in multiple rooms. Here’s how it all works. We’ve been testing this feature out at HTG HQ and we’re really impressed. We were playing music on a […]
Apple might be ditching Intel and designing its own processors for the Mac, possibly as early as 2020. That’s according to Ian King and Mark Gurman, who outlined the potential change for Bloomberg: The initiative, code named Kalamata, is still in the early developmental stages, but comes as part of a larger strategy to make […]
Microsoft is launching new “Always Connected PCs” that pair Windows with smartphone-class ARM processors. These devices can run traditional Windows desktop apps and offer long battery life with cellular connectivity, but they’re just too expensive and limited. Future Windows on ARM devices will likely have better performance at a lower price and be much more […]
Ubuntu 18.04 LTS is a huge change from Ubuntu 16.04 LTS. This is the first long-term support (LTS) release after the massive changes of Ubuntu 17.10, which saw the end of the Unity desktop, Ubuntu Phone, and Ubuntu’s convergence plans. If you were already using Ubuntu 17.10, you won’t notice any big changes. Ubuntu 18.04 […]
Why Would I Want This? In a world where everyone is concerned about privacy, the thought of your phone not only tracking your outdoor movements, but also where you go indoors can be a bit rattling. Fortunately, there’s some really awesome practical application here. The biggest reason 802.11mc will be a game changer is for […]
Apple’s HomePod is an amazing speaker, but it comes at a price. Not just a dollar amount, but also the toll it could take on your finished wooden furniture. If you’ve discovered white rings appearing on your furniture (or have heard about this phenomenon and want to prevent it), here’s what you can do. Wait, […]
Samsung just announced what will undoubtedly be the most popular Android smartphone for the year: the Galaxy S9. Like its predecessor, it’s available in two variants with the S9 and the S9+. Let’s talk about ’em. What’s New in the Galaxy S9 and S9+? At first blush, you’d be forgiven for thinking these are the […]
It’s finally happening: on February 15, 2018, Google’s Chrome browser will block some ads out-of-the-box, regardless of whether you have a separate ad blocker installed. That means Google, the web’s biggest advertising company, will start deciding which ads do and don’t get blocked in your browser. Should users be happy about this, or apprehensive about […]
Look, Apple is making wireless charging cool again with the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X. I’m glad! But there are things you should know about this technology—like how fast it’s going to charge your phone. You know, practical stuff. For example: is wireless charging as fast as as wired charging? It depends. The speed […]
It only seems like yesterday when Apple first announced the Apple Watch, but we’re now on the third generation (officially named Apple Watch Series 3). The big question, though, is whether or not you should upgrade your current Apple Watch to the latest and greatest. What’s New with the Apple Watch Series 3? The biggest […]
Wireless charging is set to become more popular with the adoption of Qi wireless charging in Apple’s iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X. It’s also found on some Android phones, like Samsung’s Galaxy Note 8, Galaxy S8, and Galaxy S7. Most wireless chargers use magnetic induction and magnetic resonance. They offer the promise […]
While the iPhone X’s design is its biggest talking point, the thing that really caught my eye watching the announcement was the new camera. For the past few generations, the camera has been one of the biggest reasons to upgrade your iPhone. Even stuff like 3D Touch, which is surprisingly useful, is a small upgrade […]
The iPhone XR does not have 3D Touch, instead relying on something called Haptic Touch. It offers much the same features, and as of right now, it’s an iPhone XR exclusive. Here’s how to set it up. If you’re new to the iPhone XR, you may not realize that you have Haptic Touch, and you […]
If you find yourself in a situation where you need some extra light, the flash on your iPhone’s camera works great as a flashlight. There are more features to this than you might expect, so here’s how to use it. Turn on the Flashlight Directly from the Lock Screen If you need to access the […]
Many people connected to the Internet only have a smartphone, with no personal computer. While some libraries and internet cafés offer free PC access, it’s easier when you have access to the tools you need at any time. If you’re looking to start a website, the services we’re going to talk about here have fully […]
If you’re looking for the best VPN for torrenting, privacy, bypassing censorship, staying anonymous online, getting around geographic restrictions, or just location shifting, you’ve got a lot of confusing choices. Keep reading as we help you pick the right VPN for you. VPNs, or Virtual Private Networks, are a quick and easy solution to making […]
