Simple enough, right? Well, then you have to decide on one of many sub-technologies as well. Often hidden behind mysterious marketing jargon. In this confusing market space, we’ll soon have a third display technology contender in the form of MicroLED screens. While OLED TVs are generally the superior (and more expensive) option compared to LCD televisions, MicroLED displays are just around the corner. Should you wait for MicroLED TVs or pull the trigger on an OLED display now instead?...

Just like how your address and password are unique to your email account, IMAP and POP server settings are unique to every email provider. Gmail’s IMAP server settings, for example, are different from Yahoo’s, and both company’s IMAP settings are different from their own POP server settings. So, you have two options, but which one do you need? What is the difference between IMAP and POP? Is IMAP better than POP?...

In other words, it detects all attached devices, checks that they are working properly and lets you know if something is wrong before the operating system of your choice loads. Your BIOS is written onto a read-only flash memory chip that’s unaffected by the power being cut or anything that goes wrong with your operating system. That doesn’t mean the BIOS itself can’t be updated. Through a process known as “flashing”, your BIOS can be updated with new versions released by the motherboard maker....

The improved technology in these systems allowed games to be more complex than ever before and brought the story and complexity of game mechanics to never-before-seen levels. The Nintendo 64 is home to some of the greatest games ever made, many of which are known even to non-gamers. Narrowing down the best Nintendo 64 games out a total of 338 entries for the platform isn’t an easy task, but it just shows what a groundbreaking system it was....

The headphones I’ve selected for this list are used by professional musicians and gamers and are some of my personal favorites as well. Often, if a pair of headphones is good for music, it’ll usually be good for gaming as well. Without further ado, let’s get into it! Sol Republic Master Tracks X3 The Sol’s are an ideal option for someone who is on a budget. The sound quality is comparable to Beats (by Dre)....

While your usual wallpapers are already aesthetically pleasing, live wallpapers apps make your home screen look more extraordinary. Live wallpapers are images that are often animated and can react to gestures such as tapping or tilting of the screen. In this article, we’ve listed the nine best live wallpaper apps for Android, providing brief feedback on their overall features and performance on a smartphone with Android 10 Operating System and 8GB of RAM....

There are plenty of tools for productivity that we’ve covered before (like the Pomodoro Technique), but the best are those tied directly into your browser. Google Chrome extensions give you the ability to completely customize your browsing experience, but they can also be used to keep you focused and help you get more done. These are our picks for the best Chrome extensions that help turn you into a productivity machine....

The next-best option is to use a tool like Duolingo, Memrise, or Busuu. Sure, language classes are great, but if you’re already busy, then fitting a structured class into your day is going to be difficult. These online tools give you the ability to learn a language from the comfort of your living room. If you can squeeze out five or ten minutes a day to study, you can get the basics of a language down well enough to have a conversation with a native speaker....

It’s no wonder, then, that there are so many Android antivirus and security apps designed to protect you and your mobile devices from the ever-incessant perils out there trying to breach your smartphone, and therefore your privacy and your life. Is Antivirus Enough? As has always been the case with the most popular desktop OS, Windows, your Android device is under constant attack from viruses, malware, and other security threats designed primarily to steal your most private information, such as bank, credit card, and other credit sensitive data, and sometimes even your smartphone itself....

Before you install the app on your desktop PC, you should know that there are a few pros and cons to using this version. In this article we’ll go over all of the features that you’ll find in the desktop version of ToDoist, a few of the issues you may come across, and ways to make the best use of this version. Using The ToDoist Desktop App To get started, you can download and install ToDoist for your Mac or Windows PC from the ToDoist download page....

Did you already try to open your AAE files on a Windows system, but you got an error? Windows will give you an error message if you try to open them as they are. Windows can’t open this file extension because it’s an XML-based photo format from an iOS device. However, you can use a few tricks to view these files on your PC. But first, let’s take a deeper look into what AAE files are....

Now, however, an entirely different type of 3D printer is entering the home market. These “resin” 3D printers use very different principles to create 3D objects compared to the ones you may have seen thus far. What is a 3D resin printer and should you buy one over the more traditional models already out there? A Recap of Conventional 3D Printers If you want to have an in-depth explanation of how 3D printers work, check out HDG Explains : How Does 3D Printing Work?...

In this article, I’ll show you 10 cool registry hacks you can use to customize your Windows 10 install. I’m sure there will be a lot more customizations in the future, so feel free to post a comment and let us know any good ones that you find. Obviously, before you start, make sure you perform a backup of Windows and your registry. Customize Desktop Context Menu One nice registry hack is adding your own shortcuts to the desktop right-click context menu....

The site is very barebones and doesn’t have a built-in search function, so we used Google’s site search powers to find 10 of the best classic public domain movies any film buff should have on their list. Also, for some reason, the SSL certificate has expired, which isn’t a big deal in an of itself, but don’t type any personal info on the site. Little Shop of Horrors (1960) Most of you reading this are probably familiar with the 1986 comedy of the same name starring Rick Moranis....

Grammarly can help you fix spelling and sentence structure issues and improve your overall writing style. However, depending on your needs and budget, you might be looking for an alternative writing tool similar to Grammarly. In this list, you’ll find the best Grammarly alternatives you can use as your writing assistant. Why Use a Grammarly Alternative While Grammarly is a superb app that can teach you to write like a pro, there could be several reasons you’d want to use an alternative proofreading software....

Below you’ll find a list of the best YouTube music channels where you can find the perfect music to work or study with. There are channels listed both for more calm, relaxing music as well as more intense music for when you need a good pick-me-up in your focus. Relaxation/Calm Music This type of music is best for when you just need something in the background to listen to while you work....

While LCDs can suffer a permanent image burn, that really only happens with commercial screens at places like airports where the image has static elements for hundreds and hundreds of hours. As a desktop computing issue, it just doesn’t matter any more. Yet screensavers still have their uses. They can be used as a security measure if you forget to lock your computer when walking away from it. It’s also an attractive decoration when the PC isn’t in use....

However, after all these years Microsoft still doesn’t provide a Mac-style dock in their operating system. But there are third-party options you can try if you really want a dock on your PC. RocketDock RocketDock has been around for a long time now. In fact, the developers who made it haven’t released a new version since 2008! Yet somehow people still love this spunky little app launcher. RocketDock still looks pretty good despite more than a decade without a facelift....

You’ll see in that section that under Deliver every, you can set up the frequency that you want to automatically order the same product. This will open the Subscribe & Save page where all of the items you’ve subscribed to are listed. Scroll down to see exactly when the next order will take place and which items will get shipped that month. How to Subscribe to New Products You can see this most easily while you’re browsing through the products....

The Chromebook vs. laptop debate has been ongoing since Chromebooks hit the shelves in 2011. That said, there are major differences between the two devices that you need to take into account. In this article, we’re going to compare Chromebooks to laptops to help you decide what’s best for your kids. What Is a Chromebook? In a world dominated by Windows laptops and Macs, the Chromebook is often overlooked. Some people compare it unfairly without realizing that the Chromebook has its own part to play....