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Why specifically non-Latin languages? Many Latin-based languages like English, Spanish, Italian, and others share a similar alphabet and structure. Non-Latin languages, such as Korean, Arabic, Hebrew, etc., are much different and can confuse non-native speakers. As stated during its Duocon live stream, Duolingo’s goal is to make it easier and more intuitive for people to learn these more complicated alphabets. One of these new tools is a tab that appears for some languages, which displays a grid of characters from that alphabet....

There were early rumblings of the next iPhone utilizing satellite communications, which Apple later confirmed, but now Emergency SOS via Satellite is almost ready to go live. Emergency SOS itself isn’t a new feature, and it’s not the first time an iPhone has been supported by satellites, but this is the first time both elements have come together. The result of that combination is something Apple—and partner Globalstar, which is supplying the satellites—believes will save lives....

The Escort iX is a mid-level radar detector that boasts long-range, advanced Autolearn technology, and GPS lockouts to filter stationary false alerts. Its GPS capabilities also sync with an included database to locate red lights and speed cameras. Let’s take a closer look at what the iX delivers in terms of performance, design, and value. Design: Problematic mounting The Escort iX is a medium-sized detector that fits in the palm of your hand and has good build quality....

MOD Function Syntax and Arguments A function’s syntax refers to the layout of the function and includes the function’s name, brackets, and arguments. The syntax for the MOD function is: Number is the number being divided and Divisor is the number by which you want to divide the Number argument. The Number argument can be a number entered directly into the function or a cell reference to the location of the data in a worksheet....

How to Estimate Inverter Size Requirements Before you buy and install a power inverter, it’s essential to determine what your power needs are going to be. It’s also important to avoid overtaxing your electrical system, which is mainly an issue when dealing with automotive applications. When installing an inverter in a car or truck, the amount of power available is limited by the capabilities of the electrical system, which—barring the installation of a performance alternator—are pretty much set in stone....

What Is the Formjacking Scam? Formjacking is a relatively new online scam, having received mainstream attention in 2018 and 2019 after a number of major online retailers, such as Target and British Airways, were hacked and the private credit card information of hundreds of thousands customers was stolen. How Does the E-Skimming Scam Work? Unlike a system hack or data breach which steals saved information, formjacking involves the hacking of an online storefront and the placing of JavaScript code into checkout-related forms....

You never need to pay for an email checker program. Plenty of them are 100 percent free and should provide all the features you need. Plus, you can add all your email accounts to the same program. You can preview and delete messages. Plus, it supports adding an unlimited number of accounts, meaning you can check all your email accounts from the same place. Here are more features you’ll get with PopTray:...

The company just unveiled a service called Chrome OS Flex, a software suite that transforms old Macs and PCs into Chromebooks, as announced in an official Google blog post. If this sounds familiar, Chrome OS Flex is a rebrand of CloudReady, a Chromium-based operating system that Google purchased in December 2020. CloudReady’s original purpose was to extend the life of old PCs that were no longer receiving official updates. Chrome OS Flex offers a similar purpose, just wrapped up in a new version of Chrome OS....

As internet speeds and computing power have steadily increased over the years, streaming games has become a lot more practical for gamers around the world. While Google isn’t the first tech company to enter this realm, they are one of the biggest to throw their weight behind a new platform. Stadia promises a lot on the surface. Being able to play your favorite games from a budget laptop, your TV or even your smartphone is something many have only dreamed of⁠, but now Stadia lets you do just that—with some caveats....

Overall Findings GoPro cameras are generally more expensive than dashcams and aren’t designed to sit indefinitely in a vehicle. These devices can’t be set to turn on and start recording when the car is started, and lack hardware to protect against extreme cold or extreme heat. If you use a GoPro as a dashcam, you must mount it on the dash, plug it in, and turn it on every time you drive....

HalloApp launched quietly on Tuesday and is available to download on the App Store and the Google Play Store. The new app shares many similarities with WhatsApp, such as focusing on maintaining relationships with close friends and family via encrypted messaging. But it shies away from bombarding users with ads and, as stated in a post on the app’s official blog, “an algorithmic feed of meaningless content.” HalloApp has a minimalist design and aesthetic....

The HoverBar Duo is a sturdy, jointed stand, a kind of robot-arm that holds almost any iPad or iPhone. Its spring jaw is strong, and the base is reassuringly heavy. It’s not as simple to use as some iPad stands, but that’s its nature—a little complexity brings a lot of flexibility. How Much? If you prefer a cheaper stand, then get something simpler. I’ve used the AboveTech/Viozon iPad Pro stand for years....

Overall Findings If you have an HBO subscription, you can use HBO GO to watch HBO shows and movies on your phone, tablet, computer, or another app-enabled device. If you don’t have a subscription, there is no way to get HBO GO. That’s why HBO NOW is ideal for cord-cutters. One problem for cord-cutters is that there are many services, including cable replacements like Sling TV and general streaming services like Netflix, that it’s easy to pay as much, or more, for streaming services than for cable....

What Is a Decibel? A decibel is made up of two words: deci, meaning one-tenth, and bel, which is a unit named after Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of the telephone. Bel is a unit of sound and a decibel (dB) is one-tenth of a bel. The human ear is sensitive to a range of sound levels—from 0 decibels, which is complete silence to human hearing, to 130 decibels, which causes pain....

As the streaming war wages on heading into the new year, Discovery Plus made its debut on Jan. 4 offering a new home for a variety of shows that focus on real life. Programs from networks like HGTV, The Food Network, TLC, Animal Planet, and A&E can all be found on the new platform. With Disney Plus, Hulu, Netflix, and HBO Max already established, Discovery Plus will need to offer viewers something new and different....

Sometimes, Apple’s own case design is so bad that someone has to come along and show them how it’s done. But however absurd or smart the case, it’s a dash to get it designed and in stores, because usually the case makers are just as in the dark about Apple’s plans as we are. “Yes, we are always scrambling to be the ‘first’ to get Apple products, just like everyone else,” Gary Waterfield, owner of San Francisco-based case and bag company WaterField Designs, told Lifewire via email....

If you are thinking about using a battery saver and performance booster app to solve this problem, it may not work. So what can you do? How Facebook Uses Your CPU and Battery The battery drain and performance penalty occur while using the apps and when the apps are idle and supposed to be dormant. Facebook acknowledged this problem and partly fixed it. However, the solution doesn’t seem to be satisfactory....

Three Models, Three Prices Storage capacity is the only difference among the three Seventh Generation iPod touch models. Apple’s pricing is as follows: Does the iPod Touch Ever Go On Sale? Unfortunately, the answer is no: the iPod Touch basically never goes on sale. Apple controls the pricing of its devices very tightly, and high demand for them keeps prices high. You can find annual holiday and back-to-school sales, as well as promotions from individual retailers, but these sales aren’t likely to save you more than $20 or so....

Speaker Power Handling Specs Speaker power handling specifications are usually meaningless. Typically, you just see a “maximum power” rating with no explanation as to how the spec was derived. Is it the maximum continuous level? Average level? Peak level? And for how long does it sustain, and with what type of material? These are also important questions. Different authorities released several, conflicting standards for measuring speaker power handling, published by the Audio Engineering Society, the Electronics Industries Association, and the International Electrotechnical Commission....

A new lens technology could mean brighter photos and better zooming, all while taking up less space. Scope Photonics is working on lossless zoom that it says could make images sharp no matter how much you zoom in. It’s one of a growing number of tweaks to digital cameras. “I would like to see advancements made in digital cameras and photography to either better implement manual control that works well with digital film production or to program better tools for things like focus,” Rex Freiberger, the CEO of Gadget Review, in an email interview....