In the new iOS 18, Apple CarPlay gets extra accessibility options, plus little new touches that while small, are particularly welcome. Here's how to use them. It's a curious thing, but Apple has said a lot about how a future version of CarPlay will work with cars like Porsche — yet didn't say a word about how it's been improved for all of us right now. In the iOS 18 beta, CarPlay has new options and a helpful change to Messages.

How to use CarPlay's handy new features in iOS 18

Even though most modern Android phones come with a broad assortment of built-in ringtones — a Google Pixel with Android 14 offers 127 to choose from — you may prefer something a bit more specific to represent your personal style. Thankfully, customization is the name of the game in Android, and that extends to adding you own custom ringtones.

How to make a song your ringtone on an Android phone

Ads from streaming services might prompt destination suggestions in Google Maps in the future. Google hasn't commented whether it'll see the light of day. Google filed a patent for the concept in 2020. Google is working on a "content-aware audio navigation" feature that would suggest destinations based on ads playing...

Google Maps might suggest destinations based on ads you hear

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Even though you have some of the top wireless earbuds, frequent volume spikes or drops can spoil your audio experience on Android. Your Android phone's absolute Bluetooth volume feature might be the main culprit. Before you switch to unorthodox ways to troubleshoot the problem, turn off absolute Bluetooth volume on Android and try again. The absolute Bluetooth volume feature is available on all Android devices running Android OS 6.0 or later. It's buried under the Developer settings on your Android phone. Before we show you the steps to turn off the option, we explain absolute Bluetooth volume on Android.

How to disable absolute Bluetooth volume on your Android phone

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Our team of deal hunters has already found bargains on big-ticket items that you can jump on now.

Big-ticket items to buy on Prime Day

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Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

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TCL has just delivered a big present to Roku devices and TCL TVs that use the Roku OS. It's replacing the existing TCL app with a brand-new app called TCLtv Plus that will give you access to more than 350 ad-supported streaming channels.That's a big upgrade for a lot of people: TCL has been collaborating with Roku for over a decade now, so there are millions of TVs out there running the Roku OS.According to Mark Zhang, president of TCL North America, "Our partnership with Roku firmly establishes TCLtv Plus as a powerful force in the streaming ecosystem". So what...

Roku fans just got 350 new, free streaming channels thanks to TCL

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It’s time to check your iPhone settings and make a few changes if your phone is so slow it’s driving you up a wall. Your iPhone is equipped to handle your everyday tasks, including downloading apps, launching apps and updating their content in a spee...

Check Your iPhone Settings! Tech Experts Say Having These 4 Turned On May Be Making Your Phone So Much Slower: 5G Setting & More

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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The type of gasoline you use matters most when it comes to keeping your car running. While most gas stations claim to provide high-quality fuel, not all gasoline is created equally. You should avoid some gas brands that can ruin your car.

Worst Gas Brands That Can Ruin Your Car

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

Amazon has the Denon PerL earbuds discounted to $121 (from $199) during Prime Day. Both the black and white models are on sale. The Denon PerL earbuds are on sale for $121 on Amazon. You will not find a better sounding pair of earbuds at this price point. Six hours...

The best earbuds I've ever listened to are not by Bose or Sony (and $80 off for Prime Day)

T-Mobile's statement comes after a Redditor reported that they couldn't buy a new phone without buying accessories too. T-Mobile has denied that customers are required to buy accessories or other features when buying a new device. This comes after reports that some T-Mobile stores were forcing consumers to buy accessories...

Forced to buy accessories with your new phone? Here's what T-Mobile says

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CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

There's no better time to buy the Razr Plus than right now. Motorola’s flip phone game is decidedly strong right now. When larger foldable phones are in vogue, Motorola’s Razr series showcases that clamshells can be perfect purchases. A great example is 2024’s Motorola Razr Plus. The company’s premier flip phone usually demands $1,000, but on Prime Day 2024, you can grab it for $849.99. That’s a 15% savings.

Motorola's Prime Day discounts include its best foldable phone

Boost Mobile is rebranding, combining its postpaid and prepaid efforts under one roof. Boost Mobile and Boost Infinite are merging. Now Boost Mobile will offer both prepaid and postpaid plans from the same brand. There’s a new logo that reflects the company’s change in direction. While Boost Mobile’s...

Boost Mobile and Boost Infinite merge, now offers postpaid and prepaid under one brand

This last minute Google Pixel Fold deal is definitely worth checking out. As Amazon Prime Day comes to a close, we’re still seeing some more deals pop up. Including one for last year’s Google Pixel Fold, which is now just $1,199. That makes it even cheaper than the OnePlus Open, which is also on sale for Prime Day.

Google's original Pixel Fold is a jaw-dropping $1,199 for Amazon Prime Day

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The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries reported on Wednesday that it fined four roofing contractors more than a million dollars for letting their workers perform on top of homes without fall protection gear, among other safety violations.

Roofing Companies Fined $1.27M for Endangering Workers

It was already a good deal, but now it's a great one. I fell in love with the OnePlus 12 for one reason and one reason only — it’s a beast of a gaming phone without the full flagship cost. Alright, maybe there are two reasons: because it doesn’t have the over-the-top aggressive styling we’ve come to expect from gaming phones, either. Regardless, it’s a great gaming phone with a jam-packed spec sheet, and it’s even better now that it’s down to just $699 as part of Amazon’s Prime Day celebration.

The OnePlus 12 is my favorite phone for gaming, and at $699 it's a freaking steal on Prime Day

The OnePlus Watch 2R pairs great battery life with a powerful Wear OS experience, thanks to clever dual-chip architecture. The device makes very few sacrifices compared to its pricier sibling but manages to offer shoppers a budget-friendly option. With a redesigned build and familiar internals, it's a great sibling device to the original OnePlus Watch 2.

The OnePlus Watch 2R just made Wear OS with fantastic battery life more accessible

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Android Auto may eventually let you control your car's radio directly

Android Auto may finally be able to control and listen to actual broad radio channels in the future. A recent code dive has discovered strings within...

Android Auto may eventually let you control your car's radio directly

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