Reading Time: 5 minutesYour smartphone can do a whole lot—but not if the battery’s exhausted. Unfortunately, as your phone gets older, it might take longer to charge. Let’s talk about how mobile device charging works and the different charging methods available for current-generation phones. We’ll also see why older phones might require more Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutesMost elements in nature gradually wear down as they age. Computers are no different, what with all the different internal components working together. But our devices don’t just slow down or become more likely to break over time—sometimes they seem to use more power. Is that actually true? Why might Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you find yourself reaching for your smartphone more than you’d like, you’re not alone. Many of us, caught up in the whirlwind of technological progress, have found ourselves wasting away countless hours each day on our phones. Although it might be weird to say, the best solution, strangely, may Read more…
Reading Time: 6 minutesCharts are wonderful tools to display data visually. And if you’re a Microsoft Excel user, then you have a variety of chart options at your fingertips. Here’s how to make a chart in Excel and customize it, using the most common chart types. If you’ve never created a chart in Microsoft Read more…
Reading Time: 6 minutesUsing two monitors is a simple enough concept. You would think that all you’d have to do is just plug any video display into the applicable port on your laptop or PC and you’re good to go. The multiple monitors should just instantly turn on and start working, right? Well, Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutesBuying a USB car charger isn’t easy. Not only can it fail to charge certain phones, but they can also cause a fire—unless you know what to avoid. In short, consumers need to know that the car charger market is undergoing rapid change in technologies, certification standards, and connection types Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you’re not using Microsoft Excel formulas and functions, you’re doing it all wrong. If you learn some, they can dramatically increase the app’s functionality and speed up your workflow. But who’s got time to study this stuff? Why not take a shortcut and use our Excel formulas cheat sheet Read more…
Reading Time: 5 minutesWhile the Internet of Things can bring a lot of convenience for you, it can also make it easier for hackers to gain access to your devices. As such, it’s vital to ensure the gadgets you bring into your home are secure before they’re even turned on. Let’s look at Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhenever you register with a site, you’re trusting them with your personal details. They have access to your email address at least, and probably much more—including, of course, your password. But how can you tell if the site is taking proper care of your private information? Why is it a Read more…
Reading Time: 2 minutesMost people get way too much email. But most of the unwanted junk doesn’t come from friends. Instead, you probably receive dozens of automated newsletters, coupons, and other such nonsense every day. Deleting these all the time is a big chore, so why not cut them off at the source Read more…