Browsing Category: Reviews and Gadgets

  • Microsoft is making it easier to take screenshots in Windows 10

    The next Windows 10 Insider preview build includes a lot of trial features — including a new way to take screenshots. Instead of putting its Screen Sketch tool behind the Windows Ink menu, it's now a standalone app. Users will be able to summon it w… Source: Engadget | Microsoft is making it easier to …

    May 4, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Will Smith's Grand Canyon bungee jump airs on YouTube September 25th

    If you haven't noticed, Will Smith has found a new surge of creative energy with his YouTube channel. And in March, he agreed to bungee jump over the Grand Canyon from a helicopter on YouTube, after being challenged from the folks at Yes Theory. Now,… Source: Engadget | Will Smith's Grand Canyon bungee jump airs …

    May 4, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Adobe offers schools Creative Cloud licenses for $5/year

    Adobe has been slowly moving its apps and services to the cloud since 2013. If you use any of the company's creative products — like Photoshop, Illustrator or Lightroom — you probably already purchase them via a subscription, which can ru… Source: Engadget | Adobe offers schools Creative Cloud licenses for /year

    May 3, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Microsoft is fixing a Windows 10 bug that causes Chrome to freeze

    Since the Windows 10 April update, some users have been dealing with frozen systems when they're running apps including Chrome or using the "Hey, Cortana" command. The good news is Microsoft's working on a fix, which may be ready in time for next wee… Source: Engadget | Microsoft is fixing a Windows 10 bug that …

    May 3, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Video Game Hall of Fame inducts ‘Tomb Raider’ and ‘Final Fantasy VII’

    The Strong museum has announced this year's inductees to the World Video Game Hall of Fame — Spacewar!, John Madden Football, Tomb Raider and Final Fantasy VII. They were selected from 12 finalists that also included Asteroids, Call of Duty, Dance D… Source: Engadget | Video Game Hall of Fame inducts ‘Tomb Raider’ and ‘Final …

    May 3, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Amazon lets every Alexa developer offer in-skill purchases

    Now that it's easier to ask Amazon's Alexa follow-up questions, it's only natural that its shopping options are getting a boost. Soon you'll be able to ask Alexa to buy even more things, as Amazon opened up in-skill purchasing to all developers today… Source: Engadget | Amazon lets every Alexa developer offer in-skill purchases

    May 3, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Chrome learns to mute sites based on your web history

    Right now, your web browser's response to auto-playing content tends to take one of two extremes: either it mutes everything or blasts your ears. But there are some times you do want sound right away, such as a livestream or a game — do you have to… Source: Engadget | Chrome learns to mute sites …

    May 3, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Sonos plans home theater event for June 6th

    Sonos announced today that it will be hosting an event in June and its invite included the image below. While it's not yet clear exactly what's on the docket for this event, it could have something to do with a Sonos FCC filing reported earlier this… Source: Engadget | Sonos plans home theater event for …

    May 3, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Google's hacking protection tools now keep native iOS apps safe

    Google's Advanced Protection Program can be extremely valuable if you're a high-profile hacking target who's willing to trade a ton of convenience for some extra peace of mind. However, you've had to use Google's apps to get that protection — and th… Source: Engadget | Google's hacking protection tools now keep native iOS apps safe

    May 3, 2018 | by Raheel
  • 'PUBG' players can now pick which map to die on

    PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds players can now opt to avoid the much-maligned desert map, as the game's map selection feature is now available on PC. You can select which map or maps you'd like to play on, though there are currently only two choices -… Source: Engadget | 'PUBG' players can now pick which map to die …

    May 3, 2018 | by Raheel