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Nothing Phone Glyph Interface Uses: The Only Guide You’ll Need
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In a world with distracting colorful UIs, the Glyph lights draw a line to help you remain focused. There are plenty of things you can do with Glyphs besides using it for notifications, so here's our guide on the various uses of Nothing's Glyph interface, the only guide you will need. Some of the best Glyph features are Flip to Glyph, Custom Glyph ringtones, and Glyph Progress tracker.

How to Turn Glyph Lights on or off on Nothing Phones
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Glyph lights offer lots of unique use cases on Nothing phones. From helping users to know the status of something on the fly, to silently alerting them when notifications arrive, the features that use the Glyph interface could be extremely helpful in scenarios when the user would usually get distracted. However, if you want to turn them on/off, there are four ways to do it — from the Settings app, Quick Settings, when receiving calls, and using the Bedtime Schedule option.

How to Select Multiple Files on Mac [4 Ways]
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There are various ways to select multiple files on a Mac. First, hold the Shift key to select multiple files on Mac that are in a sequence. If items aren't in a sequence, select one file, hold down the Command key and then select the other files. If you want to select all files on a Mac, use the Command + A keyboard shortcut.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for March 6, 2024
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The NYT Connections puzzle for March 6 is something travelers and lawyers will love. So whether it is categories like Parts of an airport or legal terms, there's something for everyone. However, if you just want some nice direct answers, we got them here too.

Nothing Phone (2a) vs Moto Edge 40 Neo: The Better Stock Android Phone?
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The Nothing Phone 2a is finally here with the near-stock Android Nothing OS 2.5. This makes it directly compete with the Moto Edge 40 Neo in the sub-Rs 25,000 segment, which offers a clean Android experience. However, the Moto Edge 40 Neo comes with a widget in the home screen that displays apps. You also get to see preloaded apps like Facebook and LinkedIn on it. While you can remove and uninstall these, it just goes to show that the Nothing OS on the Nothing Phone 2a is much cleaner with a few essential preloaded Google apps. This essentially makes the Nothing Phone 2a the better stock Android phone. However, it misses out on a couple of things like providing a charger or a case in the box. The Moto Edge 40 Neo also comes with a more premium vegan leather back and curved display with DCI-P3 coverage. So, there's that.

Nothing Phone (2a) vs POCO X6: Best Value for Money Smartphone?
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Both the Nothing Phone 2a and POCO X6 are priced pretty under Rs. 25,000, with the former costing Rs. 1,000 more. Costing less, the POCO X6 comes with both a charger and good-quality case right in the box. Meanwhile, the Nothing Phone 2a does not come with either. The POCO X6 also comes with a 1.5K display and a 3.5mm headphone jack, whereas the Nothing Phone 2a comes with an FHD+ display and no headphone jack. However, where the Nothing Phone 2a emerges superior is in the software department. From fluid animations to a bloatware-free experience, the software experience is unbeatable in the budget. You also get solid battery backup and better cameras on the Phone 2a. So, it all comes down to whether you are willing to pay that extra money for it.

Dimensity 7200 Pro vs Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 vs Snapdragon 782G: Benchmark Comparison
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Nothing has choose the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro over Qualcomm chipsets such as the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 and Snapdragon 782G for its latest mid-ranger, Nothing Phone (2a). We did extensive benchmark testing for all three chipsets and found that Dimensity 7200 Pro is a capable SoC and delivers good performance with unmatched efficiency. It packs newer ARM cores and the GPU performance is better than the competing chipsets.

Nothing Phone 2a’s AI Wallpaper Feature Is Simple Yet Elegant
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Nothing Phone 2a comes with a new feature called Wallpaper Studio which uses AI to generate wallpapers. It can be found within the customisation menu and lets you create backgrounds by mixing and matching different effects and styles. You can even download the wallpapers locally to your device.

Download Nothing Phone 2a Official Wallpapers Here
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The Nothing Phone (2a) has finally gone official and will soon be up for grabs. From a better processor to an improved camera setup, it brings a bunch of upgrades over its predecessor, the Nothing Phone 1. We also get to see new wallpapers and ringtones onboard. In this guide, we check out 7 new Nothing Phone (2a) wallpapers that come with the device and make them available for you in high quality.

How to Access Claude 3 API for Opus and Sonnet Models (With Examples)
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Anthropic has immediately released APIs for its Claude 3 models including Opus and Sonnet. The company says API access for the smallest Haiku model is coming pretty soon. While the API pricing for the Claude 3 models is high, users and developers are keen to test the Opus model, which according to Anthropic, beats GPT-4 and Gemini 1.0 Ultra. We have also added some code examples so go through our detailed tutorial.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for March 5, 2024
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While not overly hard, the NYT Connections puzzle for March 5 is a bit troubling. Thankfully, categories like Pop Megastars or even Living _ _ _ should be of some use. However, if these do nothing for you then keep reading for some answers.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for March 4, 2024
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The NYT Connections puzzle for March 4 while a bit easy also has its edges. So if certain categories like Rooms in the game Clue or What a Mole can be don't do it for you, these in-depth answers will.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for March 3, 2024
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The NYT Connections puzzle for March 3 sadly gets a bit difficult to solve. So whether it is categories like Fall in under pressure or large amount, it's here. However, if you just want full answers, we have them here too.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for March 2, 2024
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The NYT Connections puzzle for today continues its easy streak. So whether it is words that refer to K or Units of poetry, we have a good mix here. However, if you just want answers, we have them here too.

Here is Windows 11’s New Android Phone Webcam Feature in Action
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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
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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.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for March 1, 2024
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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.

6 Best Smart Rings You Can Buy in 2025
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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 best smart rings you can buy. Some of our picks are the Oura Ring 4, the Galaxy Ring, Ultrahuman Air, and Ringconn Smart Ring.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for February 29, 2024
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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.

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
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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!

Galaxy Ring vs Oura Ring: Samsung Does It Better?
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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.

How to Allow Pop-ups on Mac
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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.

Gboard’s New ‘Scan Text’ OCR Tool Is My Favorite New Feature
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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.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for February 28, 2024
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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.

How to Open and Customize Control Center on Apple Vision Pro
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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.

5 New Samsung Galaxy Ring Details We Learned at MWC 2024
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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
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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.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for February 27, 2024
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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.

Vision Pro Front Glass Cracking Cases Are Increasing by the Day
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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.

How to Sync iPhone Contacts to Mac [2024 Guide]
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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.

5 Features I Wish to See in watchOS 11
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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.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for February 26, 2024
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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.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for February 25, 2024
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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.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for February 24, 2024
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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.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for February 23, 2024
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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.

Google Changes Its Sign-in Page After 6 Years, and It’s Underwhelming
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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.

NYT Connections Hints and Answers for February 22, 2024
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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.

Apple Says the Most Common Method to Dry a Wet iPhone Can Damage It
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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
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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.

Cybersecurity: A Trillion Dollar Challenge with No End in Sight
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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.