The company revealed the device at today’s Made by Google streaming event. The tablet is chock full of interesting advancements. It’s powered by the same Tensor 2G chipset as the new Pixel phones, creating a shared ecosystem between all of your Google devices and cross-integration with Google Assistant. Many of the specs here are unknown, including RAM and resolution, but we do know that the Pixel Tablet comes with an innovative charging speaker dock....

Google initially launched Drive for Desktop back in February, setting it up to replace both Backup and Sync and Drive File Stream. While the latter has already been completely sunset, according to Android Central, Google has finally announced plans to shutter Backup and Sync on October 1. This gives users just a few short months to make the transition to the new app. Drive for Desktop is meant to act as a complete replacement for the systems already supported in Backup and Sync and File Stream, while bringing both the personal and business-focused components of Google Drive....

Video Apps: Free & Subscription Based Samsung has included just about every online video content app you could want on your TV; over 400 in total. You can stream you own media files with an app like Plex, and watch free TV with Pluto TV. Lifestyle Apps: Music, Photos, and More The lifestyle category includes over 200 apps related to music, travel, how-to, art, and more, including a number of unique apps....

Samsung recently announced that only one of its new mid-range A-series devices would receive a minimum of three years of Android operating system updates. Those who purchase the other phones in the line-up would not be guaranteed updates for more than two years. This, experts say, is just another entry in the long-running list of support issues that many smart devices have seen over the past several years. “Hardware and software support is desperately needed on a long term for consumers because, in the ever-changing landscape of technology, there are always new things that are coming out and new firmware and software that are being updated to devices that can make things not work properly,” Mark Pauley, CEO of Axiom Armor, told Lifewire in an email....

Anyone in your home or office will have full access to everything on your computer after you remove your password, so doing so isn’t a very security conscious thing to do. However, if you have no concerns about others physically accessing whatever they want on your computer, removing your password shouldn’t be an issue for you and will certainly speed up your computer start time. How to Remove Your Windows Password You can delete your Windows account password from Settings or Control Panel, depending on which operating system you have....

How to Stop Podcasts Automatically Downloading on MacBook By default, the Podcasts app will automatically download new episodes of shows to which you’ve subscribed. To turn off automatic downloads, follow these steps: How to Delete Podcast Episodes on Your MacBook Now that you’ve turned off automatic downloading, we can free up some space on your MacBook by deleting all these old, already downloaded podcasts. Delete Downloaded Podcasts Using the Podcasts App Open Podcasts and click Downloaded under the Library tab in the left-hand menu....

Check Point Research recently discovered Azov, a previously unseen malware that the company says can destroy data on a device in an unrecoverable way. How? Azov works by overwriting your information with random data. “Malware typically is trying to cause you harm in one form or another,” Andrew Barratt, vice president of cybersecurity company Coalfire, told Lifewire in an email interview. “It’s a bit like living with a criminal that you can’t see....

A startup called Spoke is working on a device that would let cars talk to bicycles to avoid accidents. The tech, which features Qualcomm’s C-V2X, is a standard that many car companies are working to adopt. It’s part of a growing wave of bike safety innovations as more Americans take to two wheels. “C-V2X technology enables vehicles to communicate with each other, infrastructure, pedestrians, and their surroundings,” Jarrett Wendt, the CEO of Spoke, said in a press release....

The #EndSARS movement is a youth-led resistance to SARS, which has been accused by citizens of engaging in extrajudicial abuses including theft, assault, rape, torture, and murder. Originally started in 2017, it gained international recognition on Oct. 3 after a video captured SARS officials killing a man in Nigeria’s Delta state region, sparking tens of thousands of protestors to act. Social media has been the tool used by protesters during subsequent deadly clashes with police officials as legacy media outlets fumble their commitments....

How to Add Email Accounts to Windows Live Mail Add new accounts through the interface. Manual Server Settings Select Manually configure server settings and click Next to add an account that’s not recognized. Add the information to connect to the email servers. After you enter those settings, Windows Live should be able to fetch the emails without a problem. Add an Account to Windows Mail On Windows 10, use the Windows Mail app....

How to Expand Steam Deck Storage The Steam Deck is available in three different versions, each of which comes with a different amount of onboard storage. If you opted for the most affordable version, you’ll find that you can only install a handful of games before you run out of room. When that happens, you can expand your storage in these ways: Add an SD card: This easy process can increase your storage by 1 TB or even more with a single micro SD card, or you can swap out multiple smaller micro SD cards....

Windows 10, 8, and 7 Adjusting the color quality setting in Windows may be necessary to resolve issues with the color display on monitors and other output devices like projectors. The place you go to change this setting is the same for anyone whose version of Windows is 10, 8, or 7. Windows Vista If you run Windows Vista, the process is a little different. The fastest way to do this is with the control command in the search or Run dialog box (open that box with the WIN+R shortcut)....

Why Blur Your House on Google Maps? In Google Maps Live Street View, anyone can virtually “drive” to your house and then examine everything about your home from the photos captured by Google. If you want more privacy, you can blur your house on Google Maps. Images captured by Google for Street View can be used for a number of nefarious purposes, including: Potential thieves can scope out a property for potential security vulnerabilities like high hedges or easy access to upper windows....

How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass The only way to cancel Xbox Game Pass is to use the Microsoft website. You can do this on a computer, phone, or even the web browser on your Xbox One. Here’s how to cancel Xbox Game Pass: How to Turn Off Xbox Game Pass Auto-Renewal The other way to cancel Xbox Game Pass is to turn off auto-renewal. This option is similar to the cancellation option that leaves Xbox Game Pass active until the end of your current subscription period....

How to Change Excel Date Format Via the Format Cells Feature With the use of Excel’s many menus, you can change up the date format within a few clicks. Make Your Own With Excel Custom Date Format If you don’t find the format you want to use, select Custom under the Category field to format the date how you’d like. Below are some of the abbreviations you’ll need to build a customized date format....

How to Change Game Mode in Minecraft You can change the game mode in the settings while playing Minecraft. How to Use the Gamemode Command A quicker way to switch game modes in Minecraft is to use the gamemode cheat command. You must first enable cheats to use this method. Minecraft Game Modes Explained Although you selected a game mode when you first built your Minecraft world, you can switch to a different mode at any time....

How to Change the Google Background Google Chrome is one of the most popular web browsers available. It has lots of customization options, including changing the background colors and images to fit your taste. If you want to personalize your web surfing experience, keep reading. Follow the steps below to learn how to change your Google backgrounds in Chrome. Try Other Theme Background Extensions for Greater Customization You can get additional features for your Google background by looking at other third-party Chrome extensions....

How to Access Song Information (ID3 Tags) in iTunes The information window for a song in iTunes provides access to edit information about the song, such as the artist, song, album name, the year the album was released, genre, and more. iTunes uses metadata to categorize music, identify when two songs are on the same album, and sync music to iPhones and iPods. When you want to change this information, edit the ID3 tags....

How to Change Your Epic Name for Fortnite If you’re unhappy with your Fortnite username for any reason and you want to change it, you’ll have to change it through Epic Games. Your Epic Games display name is the name that shows up in Fortnite. Fortunately, it’s pretty simple to change. Things to Know About Changing Your Fortnite Name The most important thing to know about this process is it won’t change your Gamertag on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch....

How Do I Change My Password on My Windows 10 Laptop? You can change your Windows 10 password in a few steps. For those on Windows 11, the process is almost identical. Just search for Password instead, and select Change Your Password. Like Windows 10, you then choose Password followed by Change and follow the same on-screen instructions. How Do I Change My Password in macOS? Updating your password on macOS is easy, but the exact steps vary depending on your setup....