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Netflix has been trying to get rid of its cheapest ad-free plan, attempting to either get people to pay more or switch to a more lucrative ad-supported plan. Netflix Basic, which allowed for 720p streaming as well as up to two concurrent streams, is now starting to be phased out in some countries.

Netflix is Starting To Kill Off Its Basic Plan

Dolphin Emulator is adopting a new rolling release schedule and version numbering scheme. So, say goodbye to the eight-year-old Dolphin 5.0 release. Dolphin 2407 is available today on all major platforms. The new rolling release structure effectively turns Dolphin's "beta builds" into full, proper releases. While this may sound a...

Dolphin Emulator Gets Its First New Version Number in 8 Years

There’s no direct way to update your AirPods firmware. When Apple updates AirPods software — as it did Tuesday for a variety of models — it happens automatically, in the background. However, there is a way to speed up the AirPods update process. Plus, it’s a good idea to manually check you’re running the latest version, which brings bug fixes and sometimes great new features.

How to get the latest AirPods firmware updates [Updated]

You're driving somewhere you've never driven before, and suddenly your internet stops working. When it comes to directions on Google Maps, it's usually fine to not have internet, because whatever route you're following will continue to work, even with no service. But if you need to stop somewhere or reroute,...

It's a Good Idea to Download Google Maps Offline. Here's How to Do It

Router issues are among the most common causes of internet outages, but they’re also usually some of the easiest to fix. Rebooting your Wi-Fi router -- and potentially your modem, too -- can be as simple as unplugging it, waiting about 30 seconds and plugging it back in. If that doesn’t work, resetting your router to factory settings could be necessary.

How to Reset Your Router: The Quick Fix That Solves Most Internet Issues

The Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro is fast, supports a bunch of connections, looks great, and is currently discounted!. Are you looking to upgrade your Wi-Fi setup? We’ve got a pretty sweet deal for you. The Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro is currently going for $160, which is a 20% discount over the original $200 price point.

Deal: Save $40 and upgrade to the Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro router

There's good news for anyone in the market for an upgraded iPad: The 13-inch iPad Air with the M2 chip is available for a record-low price ahead of Amazon Prime Day. Our choice for 2024's best overall iPad is down to $749 from $799 for the 128GB model. The sale is running on the Blue, Purple and Starlight models, but the Space Gray option is only $769.

Pick up the 13-inch iPad Air M2 while it's down to a record-low price

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

Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered. What Is Connections?

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for July 1 (#386)

Apple Music Radio offers tailored music and free stations, accessible via the app on mobile, Mac and Windows, or in a browser using the web app. An Apple Music subscription unlocks the full catalog including artist-hosted stations, and playlist shows. Custom stations, genre stations, and catalog stations provide tailored music...

I Find My New Music on Apple Music Radio, and You Should 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 large community for sharing custom themes and resources, making it easier to tweak and use others' creations. Your wallpaper can do so much more...

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

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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Let's keep this simple: A good smart home hub lets you control your home security equipment, smart appliances, video calls and more -- all from one place. It's a smart speaker that works with a voice-activated digital assistant (like Alexa or Google) and has a touchscreen display. Best home hub overall: Google Nest Hub MaxBest budget home hub: Amazon Echo Show 5Best value home hub: Amazon Echo Show 8Best large screen home hub: Amazon Echo Show 15Best home hub for high-quality audio: Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Generation)Best home hub with tablet functionality: Google Pixel TabletYou can ask your home hub questions; stream audio (music, audiobooks, or podcasts)...

The 6 best smart home hubs for 2024

Following its recent win in Ookla’s 5G Speed Test, T-Mobile added a new win for its 5G network. Today, the Un-carrier announced the results of Opensignal’s latest USA Mobile Network Experience report where it ranked first for all overall network experience. Additionally, T-Mobile also won the report’s fastest 5G download speeds, best 5G availability, and best 5G coverage experience.

T-Mobile Wins Big in Opensignal’s Latest USA Mobile Network Experience Report

Upgrades like M2/M3 chip, smaller bezels, and an OLED display with ProMotion would be great in the iPad Mini 7. Increased storage options are long overdue since the iPad Mini 6 base model only features 64GB of storage. Better battery life and support for the new Apple Pencil Pro would...

What I'm Hoping to See in the iPad Mini 7

Yes, you can install the Blackmagic Camera app on almost any Android device, and not just on the newest Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel models. YouTuber Michael Tobin shows you how to download the apk file of the Blackmagic Camera app on any Android phone. Get the instructions below. Blackmagic...

Blackmagic Camera: Get It On Any Android Phone

I was a social media addict—it's something I'm not proud of. But it didn't take long for me to realize how much time I was wasting scrolling. Time I could have spent doing something more productive. If you're in the same situation I was, here are some tips that helped me reduce the time I spend on social media apps.

7 Tips That Helped Reduce My Social Media Usage For Real

No one likes slow internet. Whether you're working on an important project, dealing with work calls, gaming, or watching your favorite movies, bad internet can ruin the whole experience. Now, you could go all out and buy a new Wi-Fi 7 router, get Gigabit internet, and completely overhaul your home network. But let's be real here, that's not always a realistic or affordable option.

Tired of slow downloads? Here's how you can upgrade your internet speed.

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A report claimed that the Pixel 9 is preparing to introduce a "Google AI" suite of features.

Pixel 9 will reportedly arrive with a new 'Google AI' collection of features

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California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Netgear Orbi 970 Wi-Fi 7 System Unboxing & First Impressions

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