Samsung TV Plus displayed on a screen.Image: Samsung Samsung recently launched a web version of its free and ad-supported Smart TV Plus streaming service for live and linear programming as well as added casting support for Chromecast devices. The streaming product, which was previously limited to Samsung TV and mobile devices, launched as a web service in the second … [Read more...] about Samsung quietly launched its free TV service on the web
Archives for July 2021
Microsoft Teams now allows organizers to lock their meetings to block latecomers
We reported in April that Microsoft was introducing a new feature in Microsoft Teams that will allow organizers to lock their meetings. In the Teams meetings desktop app experience, organizers can choose to lock their meetings to prevent subsequent join attempts. Anyone attempting to join a lock meeting from any device will be informed that the meeting is locked. OnMSFT now … [Read more...] about Microsoft Teams now allows organizers to lock their meetings to block latecomers
HexGaming Hex Rival PS5 controller review: A high price for minor revisions
Too many little issues and a glaring omission drag this controller down. The DualSense controller is one of the best parts of the PS5 and is frequently brought up when anyone talks about "next-gen" technology. Unfortunately, most of the best PS5 controllers on the market right now are older PS4 models that happen to be compatible. If you want to get the most out of your PS5 … [Read more...] about HexGaming Hex Rival PS5 controller review: A high price for minor revisions
How to Disable Transparency Effects on Windows 11
Like its predecessor, the new Windows 11 includes the options to make the desktop taskbar transparent. This allows your wallpaper to be visible through the translucent taskbar, as well as the Action Center and the Start menu. However, not everyone may like the translucent effects. If you’re someone who wants a solid color look on your PC, follow this guide to disable … [Read more...] about How to Disable Transparency Effects on Windows 11
3 Ways to Refresh Your Windows 11 PC- Refresh Button Missing?
If you’ve updated to Windows 11 Insider builds, you might have observed that the refresh button is missing, and there’s no way you can refresh your PC. Now, while the option is missing from its original location, it’s not completely gone. Here are two easy ways you can refresh your computer running Windows 11. Related | 3 Ways to Install Windows 11 on Unsupported PC How to … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Refresh Your Windows 11 PC- Refresh Button Missing?
How to enable Ransomware protection in Windows 10
Ransomware is an increasingly prevalent issue, with hackers using the latest software vulnerabilities to take over PCs, encrypt your data and demand payment for releasing it. Windows 10 comes with built-in protection against ransomware, based on Windows Defender. The feature, which can be found in the Windows Security app, uses Controlled Folder Access to prevent … [Read more...] about How to enable Ransomware protection in Windows 10
This is how Microsoft plans to entice Windows 11 users into using Microsoft Teams for Friends and Family
Microsoft plans to integrate Microsoft Teams into Windows 11, with the users being able to chat directly from the taskbar. The question of course remains of how Microsoft intends to entice users to sign up for another network, when they have much the same features from Facebook or Google Plus. Windows hacker Albacore has the answer, with screenshots of the OOBE for … [Read more...] about This is how Microsoft plans to entice Windows 11 users into using Microsoft Teams for Friends and Family
Best cheap VPN services 2021
Being the one of the best VPN services doesn't mean you can't also be among the cheapest VPN services. There are a lot of VPN providers out there offering plans at a variety of different price points, and a few even have free VPN plans. Normally, when it comes to services and subscriptions the best ones are on the more expensive side, but with VPNs that isn't the case. You … [Read more...] about Best cheap VPN services 2021
Realme GT 2 to launch with Snapdragon 895 chipset
The Realme GT was launched in June with impressive specifications and very affordable prices. While the device has launched globally and in China, it is still yet to be launched in a few other markets. A new rumor also states that the company has already begun working on the new successor, the Realme GT 2. 91mobiles reports that the successor of the Realme GT will sport a … [Read more...] about Realme GT 2 to launch with Snapdragon 895 chipset
Windows 11 taskbar is a downgrade, but it’ll eventually get better
If you’re lucky enough to meet the requirements for Windows 11, you’ll be losing some taskbar features when you upgrade to the new operating system. The new version of Windows 11 is based on modern WinUI, XAML and UWP components. It will sport a new File Explorer, Start Menu, Action Center, enhancements to Windows desktop apps interface, rounded corners, new context menus, … [Read more...] about Windows 11 taskbar is a downgrade, but it’ll eventually get better