The new Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 include a suite of new changes and features, as well as the latest version of Samsung’s One UI launcher. Chief among these features is the Protect Battery option, which SamMobile reports will limit charging of the phone’s battery to 85% each time it is plugged in. The Protect Battery feature is meant to do exactly that—protect the battery. By only charging it to 85%, the battery will ultimately last longer, as battery life deteriorates with every full charging cycle—recharging the battery to 100% of its total capacity....

If you’re interested in moving more and monitoring daily activities with the help of a chic fitness-tracking watch, the Garmin Vivomove HR is worth a closer look. The is an accessory aimed at those who like to be active and stylish too. I wore and used this watch for over a week and was impressed with the look of it, level of wellness data captured, and the overall support it offers for general well-being....

In this new layout, Chat, Meet, and Spaces will share the screen with Gmail so users can easily switch between them without opening new windows. You can try out the new layout starting February 8, which will become standard in April, then permanent by the end of Q2 2022. Google refers to this new layout as an “integrated view” as it focuses on its Workspace apps. If you decide to try out the new layout, you’ll find a new navigation menu on the left that allows you to switch between your inbox and the other messaging apps....

According to Google, the Glupteba botnet has been targeting Windows machines in order to steal user data and mine cryptocurrency. The network has spread via malware, which is often downloaded and installed from fraudulent download links. The Glupteba operators then sell off the stolen data, which includes credit card information and proxy access that can be used to set up more false links. Direct action is being taken against the Glupteba botnet by coordinating with companies that provide web infrastructure and hosting....

Mishaal Rahman, Technical Editor for Android cloud platform Esper, noticed a change in Nearby Share that could make the feature a proper AirDrop competitor. The new option, called ‘self share,’ has appeared in the newest version of Google Play Services but doesn’t seem to have officially rolled out to everyone yet. Nearby Share is functionally similar to AirDrop in that it lets you share files between nearby devices, but you always need to approve the transfer, which slows the process down....

Android 12 already has an array of privacy features set to arrive over the coming months, but updated developer documents have revealed that Google is taking things a step further and finally allowing users to opt-out of personalized ad tracking completely. According to 9To5Google, Google updated the document early on Wednesday, noting the changes that would be coming to the opt-out system included in Android 12. Google has allowed users to opt-out of personalized advertising for a while now, but this change will effectively make it more similar to Apple’s system, which completely cuts off how users are tracked across multiple apps....

Kickstarting the discussion was the launch of the IronKey Keypad 200 USB drive, which Kingston claims is the industry’s first drive that delivers military-grade protection for our data. The drive contains several protection mechanisms to ensure stored data can’t be accessed by unscrupulous users and cybercriminals, thanks to a couple of different read-only modes. This could help it combat malware, like the one discovered earlier this year, which spreads via infected USB drives....

Every adult in the United States could be paid $13,500 per year from profits generated by AI in a decade, Sam Altman, head of artificial intelligence-focused nonprofit OpenAI, wrote recently in a blog post. But some observers say that while AI will produce wealth, it may not be evenly distributed. “AI algorithms require vast amounts of energy and computing infrastructure to perform their tasks; hence, there are certain corporations that have a stranglehold on the AI industry....

How to Find a Driver’s Version Number You can find an installed driver’s version number from within Device Manager, along with other published information about the driver. Tips and More Information Here are some caveats to know about and some alternative ways to locate a driver’s version number: The easiest way to do this in Windows 11/10/8 is from the Power User Menu (WIN+X keyboard shortcut), or with Control Panel in older versions of Windows....

To accomplish the goal of reducing tire slippage, traction control systems use electronic sensors in a similar manner to more familiar anti-lock brake (ABS) systems. They can also use electronic sensors and controls to limit the amount of power delivery that’s available to the driver when road conditions are dangerous. What Is Traction Control? If you’ve ever been in a car that skidded out during heavy acceleration, it probably wasn’t equipped with a functioning traction control system (TCS)....

She sits down in front of the camera in her dimly lit studio, strumming her guitar to the folksy tunes of Joni Mitchell and Alison Krauss to a captive audience three days a week. The singer-songwriter has cultivated a following of 26,000 music lovers over the past two years on the platform. “When I started, I imagined it as digital busking. I just thought people would wander in and out while I play, maybe drop me a tip, and I could practice… but what I never really expected is how fast it would grow into this community,” she said in an interview with Lifewire....

How Can I Watch HBO Max on Multiple Devices? To watch HBO Max on multiple devices, you need to set up each device the same way you did with the first device you used with the service. Depending on the device, you may need to sign in using your email and password or enter a code into the HBO Max TV sign-in site. You can repeat this process with as many devices as you like....

How Height Correlates to Stride Length and Miles Walked Your stride length is the distance you walk from heel to heel, and this distance depends on your height. The taller you are, the longer your stride length, and the shorter you are, the shorter your stride length. To get an idea of your average stride length, multiply 0.413 by your height in inches. For example, a person who is six feet tall (72 inches) has an average stride length of nearly 30 inches (72 x 0....

How Much Data Does Hulu Use? Hulu doesn’t provide official figures for how much data its service uses, but you can get a general idea based on its recommended internet speeds. Your actual usage will probably be lower than these figures, but Hulu gives these figures to ensure the most reliable experience. Here’s approximately how much data Hulu requires for different kinds of content: For most of its library, including HD content: Hulu recommends internet speeds of at least 3 megabits per second....

The KODA dog can be used as a companion or a guard dog, its manufacturer claims. It’s one of a growing number of high-end robot dogs. But the KODA dog is different from competitors because it uses AI to get to know its owners. “The robot dog is meant to serve a multitude of purposes: family companion, seeing-eye dog, a vigilant guard dog, or a powerful supercomputer capable of solving complex problems,” Emma Russell, CEO of KODA, said in an email interview....

In science fiction, humans have always spoken to robots and computers. Part of that is surely down to film and TV’s dramatic requirements: speaking is always more interesting than typing. As voice assistants get more competent, it’s easy to believe that the future of computing is all voice. But is that possible? And is it even desirable? “Right now, voice assistants are incredibly popular,” Stefan Chekanov, CEO of remote work company Brosix, told Lifewire via email....

Gamers are turning their attention to the upcoming generation of gaming consoles. Despite playing things close to the chest for a while, PS5s and next-gen Xbox consoles are finally in the hands of the press, leading to more revelations about how the upcoming consoles will bridge the data gap between this generation and the next. Recent pictures of the PS5 box revealed more details about how users will transfer content from the PS4 to the PS5....

Benefits of Having Multiple Users on the Switch Some games, like Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, allow for only one save file per user profile. If you don’t want your kids playing on your save file, you should make separate profiles for each member of your home. Having different profiles also allows you to create a Nintendo family group, required to establish parental controls. How Many Users Can You Have on a Nintendo Switch?...

About Administrator Accounts An administrator account has the same basic capabilities as a standard user account, including its own Home folder, desktop, backgrounds, preferences, Music, bookmarks, Messages accounts, Address Book/Contacts, and other account features. Setting an administrator account apart is its elevated privilege levels. Administrators can change system preferences that control how the Mac works and feels, install software, and perform many special tasks that standard user accounts cannot perform. Your Mac computer needs only one administrator account, but allowing one or two other trusted people to have administrative privileges is a straightforward process....

How to Get a Bitmoji Keyboard on iPhone If you have the Bitmoji app installed on your iPhone, and you’ve set up your Bitmoji avatar, you can add the Bitmoji keyboard to your iPhone. This specialty keyboard gives you access to a huge variety of Bitmojis that you can grab and use without leaving the messaging app of your choice. Here’s how to get the Bitmoji keyboard on your iPhone:...