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Microsoft has finally brought the ability to use your phone as a high-quality webcam on Windows 11. The feature is currently available to Windows Insiders only, but it's coming to all users in the next few months. I tried the connected camera feature and was impressed with the streaming quality. Although the streaming is being done remotely, there were no lags or stutters in the video preview. You can use your phone as a webcam in any video conferencing app or within a browser too.
What Is Health Connect on Android, How to Use and Supported Apps
Abubakar Mohammed
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Health Connect is a framework module in Android that syncs various parameters of fitness data across all fitness apps on your Android devices. For example, you could sync data between two fitness apps like Fitbit and Samsung Health since the data is stored and synced via the Health Connect framework.
Upanishad Sharma
We don't really think you will need help for the NYT Connections puzzle for March 1. So categories like Garlic Bread ingredients and Wager should come easily to you. But if you're still having trouble, in-depth answers lie here.
Popular manufacturers, including Samsung and Apple, will soon peddle into the Smart Ring business. However, if you're eager to try the tech to see for yourself what all the hype is about, here are the 8 best smart rings you can buy in 2024. Some of our picks are the Oura Ring Gen3, Ultrahuman Air, and Ringconn Smart Ring.
The NYT Connections puzzle for February 29 calls us poor in the Blue category. So whether it is ways of storing money or Animals backward, there's a lot to break down here. If you would rather go for the answers, then we have them here too.
I Got Access to Gemini 1.5 Pro, and It’s Better Than GPT-4 and Gemini 1.0 Ultra
Arjun Sha
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We got our hands on the Gemini 1.5 Pro model via Google AI Studio, and after probing the model on a multitude of tests, we can say that Google has finally delivered an immensely powerful AI model. It's easily on par with GPT-4 model by OpenAI and surpasses Google's largest Gemini 1.0 Ultra model. It's excellent at advanced reasoning, can process videos, handles large corpus of data in a single window, and you can do so much more. Read our detailed comparison between Gemini 1.5 Pro, Gemini 1.0 Ultra, and GPT-4.
Best of MWC 2024: Wrist Phones, AI Phone, Transparent Laptop, and More
Sagnik Das Gupta
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MWC 2024 saw several interesting tech innovations being put up on display for the public to witness. Of all the uncountable releases, there were a few that particularly caught our eye. Some of these include Lenovo's transparent laptop, the Xiaomi SU7 EV car, OnePlus' first smartwatch running Wear OS, Honor 6 Pro's AI eye-tracking tech, and a lot more!
The Galaxy Ring recently made its first public appearance at MWC 2024 in Barcelona. Alongside the public debut, some vital details have come to light. From the looks of it, the Galaxy Ring will directly compete against the Oura Ring. From the design to the functions, we have noticed a lot of similarities between the two smart rings. One thing is clear that both are marketed as top-of-the-line sleep trackers backed by a whole lot of wellness features. It will all come down to the pricing strategy and final product that Samsung decides to roll with in the end for the Galaxy Ring. These parameters will ultimately decide which smart ring is worth the buck.
To see important messages sent by websites, you might have to allow pop-ups sometimes on your Mac. To allow pop-ups on Mac in Safari, go to Safari Settings> Websites> Pop-up windows> allow. For Chrome, visit site settings> privacy and security> pop-ups and redirects and allow all pop-ups on Mac.
The latest Gboard beta for Android includes a new Scan text feature, which allows users to scan and insert text from the real world without needing to switch to a separate app. It is works similar to the OCR feature available on Google Lens except it has some limitations, such as not being able to translate or search text directly from the keyboard app.
The NYT Connections puzzle for today packs an interesting mix of categories. So if it is categories like types of cheeses or kinds of heels, there's a lot on offer. However, if you want some in-depth answers, we have them here too.
Anmol Sachdeva
Accessing the Control Center on Apple Vision Pro could be tricky initially. While wearing the Vision Pro, look up and you will see a small downward-facing appear on the screen. Tap your thumb and index finger and then select the Control Center icon from here. Moreover, you can also customize the Control Center on Vision Pro by visiting Settings>Control Center.
During the MWC 2024 event in Barcelona, Samsung Galaxy Ring made its first public debut. Thanks to the event, some vital details about the Galaxy Ring have started pouring in. Some of these key details are that it will come in 3 distinct colors and 9 different sizes. We will also get health-centric features like My Vitality Score and Booster Card, which will further elevate the user experience. As for the release date, Samsung has teased the Galaxy Ring to land "later this year."
Forgot Screen Time Passcode on iPhone or Mac? Here’s How to Reset It
Kanika Gogia
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Screen Time passcode helps in limiting apps and also applying parental restrictions on your child's iPhone or Mac. If you have forgotten Screen Time passcode on iPhone or Mac, you can easily reset it by entering your Apple ID password. In case, you don't remember your Apple ID credentials, you'll have to reset it first.
The NYT Connections puzzle for February 27 while easy still takes a bit of hard work to get through. So if it's categories like '80s fashion trends or kinds of crackers, there is more than plenty of help here. However, if you'd rather need answers then we have them here.
Several Vision Pro owners have reported a vertical hairline crack appearing in the front glass of their headsets.
All the reports mentioned that the crack became visible suddenly and for no obvious reason. Apple hasn't officially addressed this issue as a manufacturing or design flaw. The repair would cost you $300 with Apple Care, which could go up to $800 without Apple Care coverage.
There are several ways to sync your iPhone contacts to your Mac. First, iCloud syncing is one of the best ways to sync iPhone contacts across all Apple devices. Second, you can use Finder to sync your iPhone contacts. Third, AirDrop is a convenient option if you wish to transfer selected contacts from iPhone to Mac.
Over the years, Apple has evolved its watchOS to introduce better features and tracking capabilities. The five features we would like to see in watchOS 11 are a programmable side button, a redesigned nightstand mode that's always on, better health insights, a quick way to see steps count, and a watch face store.
The NYT Connections puzzle for February 26 is actually fairly easy to solve. But if categories like ILK have you down, you've come to the place. People who are tired of hints and just want answers will find solace here too.
You will need all the help you can get for today's NYT Connections. So make sure to go through categories like flexible and walk heavily to get to the solution. However, if you just want direct answers, we have them here too.
The NYT Connections puzzle for today was very easy to get. So whether it is categories like parts of a fruit or manufacturing locations, these are all here. However, if you want direct answers, we have them here too.
The NYT Connections puzzle for today has a weird mix of categories to solve. So whether it is different shades of Green or a category of caravans, it's all there. However, if you just want direct answers, we have them here too.
After a gap of six years, Google is updating the visual look of the sign-in and sign-up pages. The new update has a more modern look and brings changes in line with Material Design 3 principles. Google says it's strictly a visual change, and no changes have been made to functionalities. The login flow remains the same. The new updated look will be visible to both personal accounts and Google Workspace accounts in the next two weeks.
Apple introduced PQ3, the new post-quantum cryptographic protocol for iMessage. PQ3 is the first messaging protocol that qualifies to reach what Apple calls "Level 3 security", and offers extensive defenses against even highly sophisticated quantum attacks. The new iMessage security protocol is claimed to surpass protocols in all other widely deployed messaging apps.
There are several ways to transfer contacts from iPhone to iPhone. AirDrop is one of the best ways to transfer contacts to a new iPhone without iCloud. Second, you can share your contact list using iCloud syncing or iCloud backups. Third, if you've got a Mac, you can use Finder to sync your iPhone contacts. Lastly, you can also use a third-party app to transfer contacts from iPhone to iPhone with email.
Thankfully, the NYT Connections puzzle for February 22 takes it quite easy on us. So whether it is stupid categories like colors with first letters changed or dog sounds, it was easy enough to solve. However, if category names don't do and you want direct answers, these exist here too.
For years, a lot of users swear by the rice bag method to dry their wet phones. However, Apple warns users not to put their iPhones in a rice bag when the phone gets wet or a liquid-detection alert appears. The small particles of rice might get into the openings and damage your phone. The best way to dry a wet iPhone is to leave it in a cool area with some airflow.
Carl Pei Turns to “Carl Bhai” to Hype the Nothing Phone (2a) in India
Anshuman Jain
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Nothing CEO Carl Pei started a viral marketing campaign on X by renaming his account to Carl Bhai, pulling together the Indian tech fraternity. This trend gained a lot of attention and engagement, creating hype for the Nothing Phone 2a in a price-sensitive market like India. But was this just a planned cheesy marketing campaign and did it work out in the favor of Nothing.
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The global cost of cyber attacks in just 2023 stood at $8 trillion. A recent IBM report revealed these numbers, while ExpressVPN made some predictions of its own based off said data. Going by these reports, we decided to give you an insight into that side of cyber security that often goes unnoticed - the cost of cyber attacks, how they are affecting us and effective ways to counter them.
The NYT Connections today while difficult was still easy to solve once you got all the categories. So whether it was sections like Pesters or School of _ _ _, you'll find all the help you need. However, if you need the answers, we have them here too.
The NYT Connections puzzle today dives into plenty of different categories but thankfully none of them are very difficult to solve. So if categories like Party Pooper or Vegetable Homophones don't do it for you then these hints and answers should help!
The NYT Connections puzzle for February 19 was easy enough to solve. So whether it is parts of a door or workshop tools, you'll find all kinds of categories, hints and answers here.
The NYT Connections puzzle for February 18 is thankfully very easy to solve. So whether it is categories like ingredients in a soup or to even stalk someone, you should get it all. However, if you'd like hints or even answers, we have them here too.
Google has released the first Developer Preview of Android 15. You can install the same using Android Flash Tool and enabling USB Debugging on their Android device. You will also need a PC with Chromium-based browser with a USB-C cable.
The NYT Connections puzzle for February 17 was easy to solve with a good mix of hints and categories. However, if you're still having problems and need some answers, we have those too.
iPhone flashlight not working is one of the most commonly faced iOS issues. It's damn annoying when your iPhone's torch stops working or the flashlight icon is greyed out. You can check if anything is blocking the flash, close the Camera app, reboot the iPhone, update iOS, or reset all settings to fix the iPhone flashlight won't work problems. If nothing helps, you can contact Apple support and get your phone diagnosed.
Things with feathers or programming languages. The NYT Connections for February 16 packs a lot of these categories and a few more. However, if you want some hints or some direct answers, these exist here too.
Shashank Shakya
In a recent development, D2M technology will soon be tested in India. This new broadcasting tech will allow people to stream content on their mobile devices without being connected to internet services. It will use the LMRS (Land to Mobile Radio System) which is currently used for emergency broadcasts and for broadcasting educational and entertainment content as well. This could also prove beneficial for the people to stay in touch with the government in the face of a satellite failure or a national emergency.
The NYT Connections puzzle for February 15 is rife with all kinds of hints, categories and answers. So whether it is oven buttons or even Britpop bands, you will find them all here.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 series brings with it a cool AI feature called AI Generative Wallpapers. Using this feature, you can generate as many AI images as you want and set them as your lock screen and home screen wallpaper. To make AI wallpapers, open the your phone's wallpaper settings by long pressing on the home screen -> select Wallpaper and style -> tap on Change Wallpaper -> select Generative panel -> choose a template -> edit prompt -> hit Generate and Apply.
iPhone camera not focusing is an extremely annoying issue that stops you from clicking focused photos and videos. In most cases, software bugs, damaged lenses, low-lighting conditions, incorrect camera settings, and hardware issues are responsible for why your iPhone camera won't focus. You can check the camera lenses for any physical damage, restart the Camera app, remove magnetic attachments, reboot the iPhone, or update iOS to fix an iPhone camera that keeps going unfocused. If nothing helps, you can factory reset your iPhone to wipe off any complex bugs.
There are chances that you may have uninstalled applications on Android which you might want to install again later but don't remember their name. Luckily, Google Play Store remembers all your previously installed apps and games. All you need to do to recover them is go to Manage apps in the Google Play Store and reinstall them one by one or in batch.