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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

Reading an article, like how you're doing right now, is cool, but there are some cases where you probably want to listen to something rather than keeping your eyes on what you're reading. If you're driving, you might prefer something like a podcast rather than reading. Listening to websites isn't a new concept, but now, Google is rolling out a built-in text-to-speech feature for Chrome on Android.

You Can Now Listen To Websites Using Chrome

Factory resetting your Pixel 6-series smartphone may leave it bricked. Google acknowledges that this is a "known issue" and is currently working to find a solution. Reports of this factory reset error began about two weeks ago. Since then, Pixel 6 owners have flocked to Reddit and the Google Support forum to voice their complaints. These users say that their Pixel 6, 6a, or 6 Pro smartphone is "bricked" after performing a factory reset—more specifically, their phones are stuck on the Android Recovery screen with a "data may be corrupt" warning.

You Could Brick Your Pixel 6 With a Factory Reset

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It's important to know where every document, image, video, or other file is ending up on your machine. With this tweak in settings you can have more control.

Not Sure Where Google Chrome Downloads Go On Your Computer? Changing These Settings Can Help

Bonus: Lock Apps With Face ID (iOS 18) Bonus: Change Lock Screen Controls (iOS 18) Whether you've purchased a new iPhone or are a veteran iPhone user, there are still many features and settings you might not be aware of. For instance, you can enable the Sound Recognition option to...

I've Made These Changes to My iPhone Settings to Make My Life Easier

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It wasn't originally called Google, either. The previous name was far worse.

People Are Just Now Learning What "Google" Actually Means

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The fan-favorite Beyond The Original Orange Chicken is back on the menu nationwide due to overwhelming demand and excitement from consumers. Panda Express and Beyond Meat have joined forces again to bring back the highly coveted Beyond The Original Orange Chicken. This delicious dish, which captures the crunchy texture and flavor of Panda’s signature Orange Chicken, is returning to menus nationwide after strong consumer demand and interest.

Panda Express Brings Back Beyond Orange Chicken

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Do you believe in genuine friendship? Finding a loyal and reliable friend is tricky nowadays. Many people are two-faced and like using their loved ones’ weaknesses to attack them.

5 Zodiac Signs That Make The Best Friends

Microsoft is retiring Basic Auth in favor of Modern Auth in Outlook this year, enhancing security for users. Legacy Windows Mail and Calendar apps will no longer be supported past 2024 either. Use updated browsers like Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Opera to access Outlook on the web post August...

Microsoft is retiring Windows Mail, Calendar, and Outlook's light web version in 2024

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CALIFORNIA – The California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) is accepting public comment, until October 2, on the draft 30×30 Decision-Making Framework for Coastal Waters. The framework is aimed at conserving at least 30% of coastal and marine areas by 2030. The policy is aligned with the Biden administration's 2021 proposal to conserve 30% of all U.S. lands and waters by 2030.

CA taking comment on goal to conserve 30% of coastal waters – critics say harms younger residents

Philips just launched a slew of new products, headlined by the Philips Home Access 5000 Series Palm Recognition Smart Lock. The device works not just with a physical key, PIN code, or Philips mobile app, but also with the built-in palm scanner — making it one of the most futuristic smart locks of 2024.

The latest Philips smart lock can read your palm to open your front door

Conflicts are inevitable in life as we have different opinions. Some zodiac signs are good at arguing while others strive to create harmony and avoid arguments. Yet, conflict resolution is a crucial skill at home and work. It helps people live peacefully and in unity.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Most Likely to Win Arguments

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SAMSUNG is plotting a clever trick to help smartphone users keep nosy friends and family out of their apps. And some onlookers believe Apple's recent iOS 18 announcement may have spurred on the new feature. Samsung's Android devices already have a load of privacy protecting features such as the secure...

‘It’s about time’ Samsung phone owners yell as users spot secret button that locks sensitive apps and stops snooping

To mark International Joke Day, Caelum Audio have released King Key, available as a limited time FREE download. In addition, Caelum Audio are offering 50% off any purchase from their store. Use code IJD24 to claim the discount. The deal ends July 15th. First came the piano keyboard, then along...

Caelum Audio Release King Key – A FREE Download + 50% Off ANY Purchase

I don’t know about you but summer is definitely my favorite season and I am definitely a sun worshipper. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we do not see enough of it so when it is here, that is where you will find me. Everything I do I do outside when the sun is out and the weather is warm. I wonder who else feels this way. I wonder what Zodiac Signs love the Sunshine. Want to find out? Let’s do a little research.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Love Sunshine

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According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

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Samsung's Good Lock app unlocks many customization features for your Samsung phone or tablet, making it a must-have app. Whether you want to change how screenshots work, adjust the notification panel, or customize your lock screen, Good Lock has you covered, along with many extra features. It's available for all Samsung Galaxy devices, including Samsung's best foldable phones.

Samsung Good Lock: Everything you need to know

It hasn’t always been that simple to create a PDF using your phone. Several years ago, when I started handling my mother’s bills, I realized I needed a quick way to scan her documents while I was at her home. Rather than drag a scanner around, I found a handy Android app called Tiny Scanner that let me turn paper documents into easy-to-store PDFs using my phone’s camera.

How to create PDFs on Android devices using Google Drive

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The Network Coffee Shop in Denver has posted online that it is closing for at least a week. The coffee shop serves people experiencing homelessness. I used to occasionally patronize the coffee shop.

Opinion: Homeless coffee shop in Denver temporarily closes

Your phone’s Li-ion batteries have a limited lifespan. Fully charging or discharging the battery slowly degrades it. Monitoring phone battery levels is impractical, but you can set up charging notifications. Your favorite Samsung Galaxy phones let you set up Bixby routines to notify you of battery levels. Since other Android phones don’t have this feature, you’ll have to rely on third-party apps. This guide shows you how to set up custom charging notifications on Android.

How to set Android custom charging notifications

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My Live Wallpaper Doubles as a Digital Dashboard, and Yours Can Too

KLWP app allows creating customizable and interactive live wallpapers. Kustom suite of Android apps offers advanced customization for widgets, wallpapers, and lock screens. KLWP has a...

My Live Wallpaper Doubles as a Digital Dashboard, and Yours Can Too

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