Ready to upgrade your phone? Don't trade in or recycle your old tech just yet. Turn it into your own home security camera in minutes by installing a free app that can help you keep an eye on your home. Upgrading to the latest iPhone 15 or budget-friendly Google Pixel...

How to Turn Any Old iPhone or Android Phone Into a Home Security Camera

TechRadar

Recently found evidence suggests Google Photos may receive a new tool to make hiding photographs displaying certain faces easier. Android Authority unearthed details of this update after digging through the latest patch of Google Photos on Android.As the publication explains, the current method has you select a person’s face within the People section then tap the three-dot menu. This process will be further streamlined in the upcoming patch as faces will already be highlighted. All you have to do is open an image and then bring up the aforementioned People section. Like before, tap the three dots next to the icon...

Google might make it easier to hide photos with specific faces on Android

BGR.com

With the iPhone 16 release just around the corner, it seems the attention is now turning to the upcoming iPhone 17. Over the past few weeks, we’ve heard several rumors about camera upgrades, bigger sizes, and even a sketchy iPhone 17 Slim.
In the same report where The Information detailed a foldable iPhone coming in 2026, it also claimed that “at least one” of the iPhone 17 models will include a mechanical system camera upgrade for controlling aperture size.
This feature isn’t new for Android users. Samsung, for example, introduced a variable aperture lens with the Galaxy S9. Eventually, the company phased...

Apple is taking inspiration from professional cameras for this upcoming iPhone 17 feature

If you've seen artistic photos of waterfalls or rivers, then you'll no doubt have seen long-exposure shots where the water is intentionally blurred to look silky-smooth while the surroundings -- the rocks and trees -- remain pin-sharp. A slow shutter speed image like this is a great technique to give the impression of motion in a still image, and it used to be something you'd need a DSLR with filters and a tripod to take and shutter speeds over several seconds. But a neat feature built right into your iPhone's camera can create these gorgeous photos with almost no effort.

The Secret iPhone Feature That Lets You Take Amazing Long-Exposure Photos

The Nubia Z60 range just got announced, with one device sounding like a total monster.

This could be the best Android phone yet – and it's not from Samsung, Google or OnePlus

The Baseus Security N1 Outdoor Camera gives you a two-camera solution for monitoring your premises. It offers a wireless security solution for quick installation, and its massive onboard battery means you don’t have to worry about power. Best of all, it comes with a base station, so you don’t have to pay a monthly fee just to keep your house safe.

This Outdoor Camera Helped Me Avoid Monthly Fees

New York City, NY

Writers represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. Writers are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

writer

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

To keep your teeth as healthy as possible, the American Dental Association recommends brushing twice a day for 2 minutes per session. The type of type of toothbrush you use is entirely up to you. Some people prefer a standard toothbrush, while others appreciate the simplicity of an electric one. Electric toothbrushes are becoming more affordable and easy to find, with several benefits to back them up.

Don’t Compromise Your Oral Health. How to Use Your Electric Toothbrush Correctly

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Driving 4,000 miles across Europe in an electric Lotus Eletre was an immensely challenging odyssey that proved to be both exhilarating and terrifying. But to add to the difficulty, I also had to produce my own film about the car across the vast distances I'd be driving. From writing scripts...

I Filmed My Epic 4,000-Mile Road Trip by Myself. Here's How

SlashGear

Short codes let you find out all sorts of information about your phone without having to leave the dialer screen. Here are all the ones that work.

Secret Short Codes For Android, Explained: What They're For

Virginia State

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

If you're a Samsung phone user, the company is making a change you'll need to pay attention to. For the past two years, Samsung has been phasing out its Samsung Messages app in favor of Google Messages. Samsung's messaging app has continued to be available -- since the Galaxy S22 -- but Google's app was the default option.

Samsung Messages is getting bumped for Google's app. Here's how to prepare

If you're still hoping for another aurora borealis display to match the May 10-11 event, there's good news and bad news. The good news is that the aurora borealis, the colorful sky event commonly referred to as the northern lights, will be returning July 30-Aug. 1. There's always bad news, though, right? This northern lights display won't be as strong or as widespread as the May showing, but something is better than nothing.

The Northern Lights Are Coming Back: How to See the Aurora Borealis This Week

After two years of silence about its AI developments, Apple finally shared its latest projects with the public at its annual developer conference, WWDC, in June. At the event, Apple unveiled various features that will significantly impact your device experience -- but only if you have one of the newest iPhone models.

iOS 18.1 update: Every iPhone model that will support Apple's new AI features (for now)

If you're in the market for a new TV, we found a deal you'll want to check out. Right now at Walmart, you can score a decent-size 4K TV for less than $200. The TCL 43-inch 4K Q Class smart TV is now on sale at an impressive $302 off regular price, meaning you can get your hands on one for just $198. This deal is hard to beat, and it's a steal for anyone who wants a quality QLED 4K smart TV.

Save Over $300 on This TCL 4K TV at Walmart

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

CBS News

CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms.
  Using one of the newest and best point-and-shoot cameras, capturing summer vacation memories -- indoors or outdoors -- has never been easier. But these compact cameras can do so much more. You can create traditional prints of your favorite photos, too.Best point-and-shoot camera overall: Sony RX100 VIIBest budget point-and-shoot camera: Kodak PixPro FZ45Best point-and-shoot camera for image quality: Ricoh GR IIIxBest point-and-shoot camera for action: GoPro Hero 12...

The 6 best point-and-shoot cameras of 2024

M Henderson

Here's another recipe for fudge that's very easy to make. You can double it, or quadruple it, for more servings. 4 tablespoons cocoa or cacao powder (I like 2 tablespoons of each)

3-Ingredient Fudge

NewsBreak

Take Better Night-Mode Photos With These Easy Pro Photography Tips

Phone cameras used to be useless in the dark, but the best camera phones you can buy today can take truly superb photos at night time....

Take Better Night-Mode Photos With These Easy Pro Photography Tips

Comments / 0