I was excited to try out Adonit’s new Note-M ($79) because frankly, I have too many peripherals on my desk. This gadget works both as a mouse and a stylus in one Bluetooth-connected package. I was impressed with its smooth performance and easy setup. Out of the box, the Note-M looks like a meaner Apple Pencil in a sleek black metal frame. The 6.5 inches long and 1.5 inches around stylus feels better than the Apple Pencil too with its subtly textured surface....

Messages and iMessage Messages is the default texting app for iOS on any iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. It lets you do all the basic things you’d expect: Send texts, photos, emojis, and all the other standard texting stuff. On the other hand, iMessage is an Apple-specific set of features and tools that are built on top of Messages. The advanced features used in Messages come from iMessage. You can use other apps to send texts from your iPhone, but if you want to use all of iMessage’s features, your only option is to use the Messages app....

Although there are a few ways to deal with a shortage of power (including additional batteries and stiffening capacitors), a high output alternator is the only way to address the problem. These high-powered units put out higher amperages than factory alternators and are available from aftermarket manufacturers, rebuilders, and OEMs. What Qualifies as a High Output Alternator? Since factory alternators aren’t uniform in terms of power output, the term high output alternator is going to be relative to the original amperage rating of a vehicle....

How to Turn off Explicit Apple Music on iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch Like many apps and services on Apple’s iOS devices, the controls for censoring Apple Music explicit content aren’t found within the Music app. Instead, song and radio options are controlled by the main Settings app. Here’s how iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad users can block explicit songs on Apple Music. How to Block Apple Music Explicit Content on Mac and PC Media marked with the Explicit tag can be blocked in the iTunes app or Music app on computers and, fortunately, the instructions are the same whether you’re using a PC running Windows 10 or a Mac powered by macOS....

We’ve known since 2021 that Apple was working on a Self Service Repair program, but up to now, we only knew it was slated for sometime in “early 2022.” Well, it looks like Apple decided now is the time, as it’s just announced that the program has kicked off for its United States customers. According to Apple, Self Service Repair will provide those capable of at-home electronic maintenance with hundreds of official parts and tools to fix their iPhone 12s or 13s....

It was revealed via tweet that both Bethesda’s Starfield and Arkane Studios’ Redfall are having their releases pushed back by several months. According to Bethesda and Arkane, both games need additional development time to better realize the teams’ ambitions. Arkane’s (Dishonored, Prey) Redfall aims to be a cooperative open-world shooter set in a city completely overrun with vampires. Four different playable characters each offer different abilities and specialties, which can complement other squad members in co-op or provide some single-player variety....

The Canon PowerShot SX70 HS is one of those rare cameras that seems to do everything well, with only a few minor caveats. It has a respectable 65X zoom range from 21-1365mm (35mm equivalent), which allows you to capture everything from landscapes and portraits to close-up photos of wildlife and sporting events. It is compact, solidly built, and one of the most ergonomic cameras you can buy. We put the PowerShot SX70 HS to the test to see if its performance justifies its premium price....

How CAT 6 Cable Works Category 6 cables support Gigabit Ethernet data rates of 1 gigabit per second. These cables can accommodate 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections over a limited distance—commonly about 180 feet for a single cable. Cat 6 cable contains four pairs of copper wire and uses all the pairs for signaling to obtain its high level of performance. Other basic facts about Cat 6 cables include: The ends of a Cat 6 cable use the same RJ-45 standard connector as previous generations of Ethernet cables....

Hourly Rates In general, charging an hourly rate is best for work that’s considered an update, such as changes to a website after launch or revisions to an existing print design for additional uses. It also can be the right choice for a small project, especially for one that’s particularly difficult to estimate. Flat Rates Charging a flat rate is common for large design projects, and for repeating projects for which the designer can accurately estimate the hours....

Can You See History on Chromecast? The Chromecast itself doesn’t store a historical log or record of what’s been played on the device. Simply put: There isn’t a menu you can look through to see viewing history on Chromecast. There’s no need to worry someone can see what you were doing on the Chromecast after you’re done using it. For example, if you’re casting a video from the Chrome browser to your bedroom TV, and then shut off the video and disconnect it from the Chromecast, someone who uses the Chromecast after you won’t be able to see what you were watching....

A lot of people aren’t exactly sure what differentiates one audio system from another, let alone what constitutes “true” surround sound, digital audio signals, or what satellites and subwoofers are. This article will help clear up some of the finer points and help you decide whether a full 7.1\5.1 surround sound speaker system is the right choice for your computer. What You Need Before Buying a Surround Sound System Surround sound is a big commitment....

But what Apple wants is only part of the issue. After years of conflicting rulings and laws, unlocking was officially legalized in July 2014 when President Obama signed a bill on the subject. Despite opposition from Apple, jailbreaking has been popular with some people and a subject of interest for many more. Jailbreaking has declined as Apple has added many features that jailbreaking used to provide, but it’s still technically possible....

Email Protection from DuckDuckGo primarily acts as a sort of filter for your emails, whether from pre-established addresses or a new @duck.com account. This filter combs over incoming emails to check for hidden trackers then removes them to better protect your privacy and security. While the beta was previously limited, requiring interested potential users to sign up for a waitlist, that barrier for entry has been removed. Now, everyone can sign up for the beta and see what they think....

Enter DuckDuckGo and their popular (150 million downloads) privacy-focused web browser. Previously available only for mobile users, the company has just launched a version for Mac computers, as announced via an official blog post. Described as an “all-in-one privacy solution for everyday browsing,” DuckDuckGo’s Mac client brings some new privacy-enhancing tools to the table. For one, privacy features are engaged by default, with no complicated settings tabs to learn. The browser also includes an algorithm that automatically blocks cookie pop-ups on 50 percent of sites, and the company says that number is growing....

The restore function in EaseUS Todo Backup offers the easiest way to retrieve backed up files by mounting the backup image as a virtual hard drive. EaseUS Todo Backup: Methods, Sources, & Destinations The types of backup supported, as well as what on your computer can be selected for back up and where it can be backed up to, are the most important aspects to consider when choosing a backup software program....

Optima Classical Academy says it will introduce the world’s first virtual reality charter school in Naples, Florida. The school wants to enroll up to 1,300 students in August, grades 3-8. However, some experts say VR is best for students in limited doses. “There is so much value for students and educators in being in a classroom together,” Debika Sihi, a business professor at Southwestern University who studies technological innovation, told Lifewire in an email interview....

After a decade of debate, the EU has released legislation dictating that USB-C chargers become the mandatory standard for smartphones by 2024, as announced by a press release from the European Parliament. This legislation includes Apple products, potentially forcing the company to swap out its proprietary Lightning port with a standard USB-C port moving forward. In addition to smartphones, the ruling also applies to other gadgets like tablets, e-readers, cameras, gaming consoles, and more....

When we think about pollution, we think of air pollution, and in the case of cars, it’s about tailpipe emissions that ruin air quality in cities. But other forms of pollution can be just as harmful and way more annoying. Road noise is a constant, and if you live near a supermarket or similar, delivery trucks can be more intrusive than planes flying overhead. EVs can help with this and make cities more livable....

Export Contacts Directly to CSV Format Exporting information contained in the Contacts application requires a helper application. Some paid helper apps, such as AB2CSV and Address Book to CSV, are available in the Mac App Store. Others are available from third-party vendors. This example uses the application AB2CSV, which saves your contacts to a CSV file without having to create a VCF file first. Convert the VCF File to CSV If you’d rather not install an application or pay for an app to make a CSV file, export the Contacts application’s VCF file and then use an online utility to format the VCF file as a CSV file....

The original Xbox had a lot of great worlds for gamers to explore. From the rings of Halo: Combat Evolved to the rich, lore-filled world of the original Fable, there were a lot of options for players to jump into. So, when Xbox revealed a short teaser trailer for a Fable remake, the company instantly had my attention. Despite a strong start with Fable and Fable II, the series fell to the wayside after Fable III....