While listing the top issues plaguing smartphones, reports from Zimperium and Cyble both indicate that no amount of built-in security is enough to prevent attackers from compromising a device if the owner doesn’t take steps to secure it. “The main challenge, I find, is that users fail to make a personal connection of these security best practices to their own personal lives,” Avishai Avivi, CISO at SafeBreach, told Lifewire over email....

This has led to a move toward sustainability in the tech sector, and Acer wants to position itself at the forefront of this movement. To that end, the company just announced a couple of new Vero laptops designed with eco-friendly materials. First up is the Acer Chromebook Vero 514. This computer is made from a variety of recycled plastics (up to 50 percent in the case of some components) and emphasizes increased durability, as holding on to a computer is better for the environment than continuously buying new ones....

Read to the Tune Everything is better with some music in the background. Reading emails to a Tchaikowskian tune is certainly nice. So, how can you add background sounds that automatically play when the recipient opens the message? Add Background Sound to Emails To add background music or sound effects to an email message in Windows Live Mail 2009, Windows Mail, or Outlook Express: What About Background Sound in Windows Live Mail 2012?...

AirPrint Requirements To use AirPrint, you need the following things: iPhone 3GS or newer. 3rd generation iPod touch or newer. Any model iPad. iOS 4.2 (or newer) running on your device. Access to a Wi-Fi network. Most crucially, an AirPrint-compatible printer. Which Printers Are AirPrint Compatible? When AirPrint debuted, only Hewlett-Packard printers offered compatibility, but these days there are hundreds — maybe thousands — of printers from dozens of manufacturers that support it....

The AirPods 3 are an attempt to mix the best of all previous generations: the sleeker design and spatial audio of AirPods Pro, the (more) affordable price point of the original AirPods, and the wireless charging capabilities of the second-generation AirPods. In a sense, if you’re on the fence about buying a pair of AirPods, the third generation is here to offer a solid set of features for a mid-tier price point....

The new MagSafe battery pack charges AirPods. The iPhone charges the MagSafe Battery Pack. The Mac and iPad can charge iPhones. Might Apple be making an ecosystem where everything can charge everything else? “Apple’s many charging options provide Mac devotees with a cohesive way to keep their products charged and able to use simultaneously,” Daivat Dholakia, director of operations at Force by Mojio, told Lifewire via email. “If you only have one Apple product, the charging integration doesn’t benefit you much....

Hyatt believes that a digital hotel key stored in your Apple Wallet is an extremely safe and convenient, contactless alternative to physical keys and keycards. It’s also a small step away from the digital room keys already being offered in the World of Hyatt app, as it uses the same near-field communication (NFC) technology. It’s not unreasonable to have doubts about the security of a system like this, but experts believe that, while not infallible, Apple Wallet keys are even more secure than physical keys....

The IRS’ move drew brickbats from privacy advocates from the moment it was announced. On February 7, 2022, several lawmakers joined the chorus urging the IRS to reverse its decision, which the department did soon after, promising instead to explore other options. “The IRS takes taxpayer privacy and security seriously, and we understand the concerns that have been raised,” noted IRS commissioner Chuck Rettig as he recanted the decision. “Everyone should feel comfortable with how their personal information is secured, and we are quickly pursuing short-term options that do not involve facial recognition....

What Is an AXX File? A file with the AXX file extension is an AxCrypt Encrypted file. AxCrypt is a file encryption program that scrambles (encrypts) a file to the point that it’s unusable without first being decrypted with a specific password/passphrase. When an AXX file is created, it’s automatically assigned the exact same name as the unencrypted file but with this file extension appended to the end. For example, encrypting vacation....

Microsoft has become the latest Big Tech company to cash in on space satellites, announcing a partnership with its Azure platform and SpaceX earlier this week. More and more of these tech companies are venturing into satellite communications, and with it, bring their money and innovation to the space race. “The space community is growing rapidly, and innovation is lowering the barriers of access for public and private sector organizations,” said Tom Keane, corporate vice president of Microsoft Azure, in a video announcing the partnership....

If you moderate your expectations, the Blueear Bluetooth Beanie Hat is worth considering. It’s not an amazing hat nor a powerhouse audio experience, but it’s a reasonable compromise of fashion and utility. Its discreet appearance makes a good accessory for a winter outfit, and the sound produced by the speakers is good enough to justify the price tag. Design: Simple and discreet The idea behind this Bluetooth beanie is very simple and effective....

I wanted to love Bugsnax. It’s one of the few launch titles for the upcoming PS5 and has been heavily promoted. However, as I sat there, waiting to catch my second Cinasnail, I realized that the gameplay loop just isn’t very engrossing. On top of that, the mystery and intrigue of the story isn’t that gripping, either. For the most part, my time spent exploring the various biomes of Snaktooth Island was disappointing and, to be quite honest, pretty lackluster....

The Canon Pixma TS9120’s compact all-in-one design makes it an excellent choice for home and small office use. It makes good quality prints of documents and photos, and has scanning and copying tools that enable you to digitize physical documents and bring digital documents into the real world. Design: Sleek, compact, capable Canon does a good job at making this AirPrint printer compact and sleek. It’s discreet yet professional appearance works well with a broad palette of home and office decor, especially the design of our test model, sleek black trimmed with grey....

Chromebooks may already be a go-to device for businesses and education due to their portability, easy access to the cloud, and overall affordability, but when it comes to fulfilling the need for more powerful and dedicated home computing systems, the current lineup isn’t up to the tasks. However, we finally could start to see a change with the release of bigger, more powerful Chromebooks like the Acer Chromebook 317. “Chromebooks have been on the receiving end of laptop jokes for a while now....

New Laptops Bring Big Performance Gains Gaming laptops received a big boost at CES 2021 as Nvidia, AMD, and Intel announced new mobile hardware. Jeff Fisher, senior vice president of Nvidia GeForce, said during the company’s presentation that new RTX 3000-series mobile hardware will arrive in “over 70 laptops from every OEM.” AMD’s CEO, Dr. Lisa Su, said at the company’s CES keynote that it expects “more than 150 ultra-thin, gaming, and professional notebooks” with new AMD hardware in 2021....

What Is a CMBL File? A file with the CMBL file extension is a Logger Pro Data file that may contain videos, spreadsheets, and other analytical information. They are generally used by students to store data collected by science and math experiments. How to Open a CMBL File CMBL files are XML based, which means any free text editor can be used to view them, like Windows Notepad or a program from our Best Free Text Editors list....

How to Combine Two Graphs in Excel You can enhance the presentation of the two data sets by selecting complementary chart types, such as a column chart and line graph. Common uses for this type of combination chart include displaying average monthly temperature and precipitation data together, manufacturing data such as units produced and the cost of production, or monthly sales volume and average monthly sale price. First, you need to create a basic column chart....

Change the Slide Layout Before you start building your family tree, start with a blank PowerPoint template and set it up so it’s ready for your family details. Here’s how to open a blank template and change the slide layout: Insert a SmartArt Graphic Chart SmartArt Graphics make it easy to work with complex graphics without the need to design them from scratch. Use a SmartArt Graphic to add an organization chart to a slide and edit it for the family tree....

The promise of Cyberpunk 2077 is one of the ultimate RPGs, a game that draws you into a complex, interwoven, living digital world where your decisions truly matter. In the eight years since its development was announced, an immense amount of anticipation has built up around this game, fueled by sky-high promises and too-good-to-be-true teasers. Unfortunately, Cyberpunk 2077, like Spore and No Man’s Sky before it, falls short of the hype built up around it....

They are also not excessively difficult to drive—their 88dB sensitivity and a 6-ohm nominal impedance mean that most amplifiers won’t have trouble bringing these speakers to life. Pair them with a more prestigious amplifier and you will get a proportionally better experience, but it’s nice to have the entry point be so accessible. The world of Hi-Fi isn’t known for being the most approachable. It’s also known for being able to effortlessly gobble up whatever budget you care to put aside for it....