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Every year, we see significant jumps in the processing prowess of computers and smartphones, and yet, slowdowns and lag almost seem inevitable. One way to ensure optimal performance on a device is to keep it clean of unwanted files or programs that are likely to hog up system resources. While most modern-day operating systems are smart enough to dynamically kill apps and dump cache, there is still a never-ending demand for cleaning apps.

What Is CCleaner And Is It Safe To Use? Here's What You Need To Know

In a recent ZDNET article, my friend and colleague David Gewirtz explains why he considers the upcoming iPhone 16, with its focus on iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence, an essential upgrade. While I value David's perspective, I beg to differ. Also: 6 reasons why iOS 18 makes the iPhone 16...

I upgrade my iPhone every year, but iPhone 16 worries me - here's why

You're watching your favorite crime or political drama on television and someone is viewing a document, only to see that much of it is blacked out. That's called redaction -- it's often used to protect sensitive information that shouldn't be viewed by just anyone. Governments and policing agencies aren't the...

How to redact PDFs in Google Docs - for free

Stack, one of Google’s experimental Android apps, is due to disappear on September 24th. A product of Google’s Area 120 incubator, Stack was one of those overlooked gems that was just, well, useful: it allowed you to create or import PDFs and store them in different categories that it called Stacks: tax, insurance, medical, etc. The app would pick up data from the PDF to suggest a title, add searchable details like the date of the document, the amount (if it was a receipt), or the organization that issued it, and there was also a field to add notes.

PDF organizer Stack is the latest app to hit the Google graveyard

Tom's Guide

Google has confirmed that the company will remove continuous scrolling from search results and bring pagination back.

Google confirms a major change to search that undoes a 2-year-old decision

If you've ever struggled to get your smartphone unlocked, then you should appreciate the FCC's latest initiative. On Thursday, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed that the agency require mobile carriers to unlock all phones within 60 days of activation. The goal would be to ease confusion among customers by applying the same unlocking rules across the board.

The FCC wants mobile carriers to unlock every smartphone within 60 days of activation

Do you have an old desktop or laptop PC collecting dust? You can transform the old system into a Windows server, opening new doors for adding new functionality to the home or office. We've already looked at ways to transform an old PC into a network-attached storage (NAS) enclosure and use an old laptop for a Ubuntu server. In this guide, we'll look at how to set up a Windows server on older hardware, saving the old desktop or laptop PC from ending up in household waste.

Here's how you can quickly turn an old laptop or desktop PC into a powerful Windows server

The US Sun

SAMSUNG users have been warned to be on the lookout for an error message about full storage that could slow down their devices. Samsung alert has been popping up on more and more phones and tablets as users gain access to a growing number of enticing apps and services. When...

Samsung issues ‘storage mistake’ warning that’s killing your phone’s speed – list of six easy fixes take minutes

YouTube Premium has received five new features you'll want to know about. In a blog post published Thursday, YouTube described two features currently available just for Android users and three experimental ones -- two for Android and one for the YouTube website. First on the list is Jump Ahead, an...

YouTube Premium subscribers can now play with five new features - here's how to try them

Whether you're considering buying a new TV or your old flat panel does just fine, there are some easy ways to optimize your viewing experience, and it all begins with your television's settings. Let's explore some of the key factors determining how your TV performs and what you can do to make it look even better.

I changed these 5 TV settings to instantly improve the picture quality (and how they work)

We've known for a while that is . While the company says it has been integrating that into various aspects of the voice assistant, it's also working on a more advanced version of Alexa that it plans to charge users to access. Amazon has reportedly dubbed the higher tier "Remarkable Alexa" (let's hope it doesn't stick with that name for the public rollout).

Amazon reportedly thinks people will pay up to $10 per month for next-gen Alexa

A Sam's Club membership will get you discounts on groceries, clothing, electronics, and just about everything else you might need. And right now, StackSocial is offering a deal that will get you a Sam's Club membership for $20 for the year with auto-renew -- down from the usual price of $50.

Join Sam's Club for $20 right now - the lowest price we've seen

Not all products announced at CES make it to store shelves, but GE Lighting, a Savant company, has announced that its Cync Reveal under-cabinet light fixtures are now available for purchase. After unveiling the product at the Las Vegas tech show, GE Lighting is now selling its smart 12-, 18-,...

These under-cabinet lights transformed my kitchen's aesthetic with a clever feature

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According to some unscientific studies, the average person has hundreds of passwords. That's a lot to keep track of.

Too many passwords to remember? Here’s what you can do

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

Windows Central

Windows 11's next big feature update isn't officially available just yet, even though it's shipping on certain new PCs. However, there is a way to get it now, and we're going to show you how.

How to get the Windows 11 2024 Update (version 24H2) on your computer NOW

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. In context: Windows XP is one of the most popular versions of Windows despite its quirks. Released in 2001, it was the definitive OS for an entire generation of kids for whom the "Bliss" wallpaper and the iconic startup chime were a part of everyday life for almost a decade.

YouTuber installed Windows XP on a touchscreen MacBook and it went exactly as you'd expect

Google wants searching from your phone or tablet to be as smooth and easy as it is on Chrome from your desktop or laptop.

Google Chrome just got huge upgrades on iOS and Android — what you need to know

Android Police

The Google Chrome browser offers features like tab management, extensions, online security, and more. It’s easy to lose track of time while scrolling through social media sites on your phone, laptop, or Chromebook. You can block specific URLs on the browser and reclaim your time. However, the process isn’t straightforward. This guide shows you how to block any website in Chrome.

How to block a website in Chrome

TechRadar

Google’s recently rolled out Find My Device network came with bold promises that it could help you find not only your lost Android phone but a range of items with the help of third-party trackers from the likes of Chipolo and Pebblebee (we recommended a couple in the most recent episode of our podcast). But users have found that the system leaves a little to be desired – especially when using these third-party tags.In response to tests performed by 9to5Google, Google has responded by saying that the company is “actively working to roll out enhancements” that should improve its Find...

Google promises to improve its Find My Device network – but won't say when it will

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Google Sheets just got a lot faster, but there's a small catch. Here's what you need to know

If you're a Google Sheets user, you might notice a serious speed upgrade the next time you fire up your spreadsheets. Google announced several improvements to...

Google Sheets just got a lot faster, but there's a small catch. Here's what you need to know

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