Microsoft Edge has a new “Magnify image” feature that improves how you zoom images in the browser. Traditionally, you can right-click on the image and then select the “Open image in new tab” option, which would load a high-resolution version. Then, you can zoom in on the image. After a recent update in the Edge stable version, you can use the Magnify feature to zoom into an … [Read more...] about Microsoft Edge is getting new AI features and magnifying images on Windows
How to Reduce Chrome High CPU Usage
Chrome has almost become an operating system on its own, with its own task manager and hardware monitoring. It’s grown so big and sophisticated that it can really eat the lion’s share of your CPU resources. Here’s how to reduce Chrome high CPU usage. Understanding CPU Usage The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is your computer’s brain. Everything that happens on your computer … [Read more...] about How to Reduce Chrome High CPU Usage
Microsoft Edge to completely ditch built-in PDF engine for Adobe in 2025
In early 2023, Microsoft announced a collaboration with Adobe to improve the PDF viewing experience in Microsoft Edge. Microsoft has now quietly updated its original announcement to confirm that it is extending the retirement of the PDF engine to early 2025. Moreover, the commercial rollout for adding the Adobe Acrobat PDF engine to Microsoft Edge has been shifted to … [Read more...] about Microsoft Edge to completely ditch built-in PDF engine for Adobe in 2025
Hulu not working with VPN? Use NordVPN’s Dallas #10134 server
Hulu has become very good at blocking VPNs. There’s only two ways to get around this issue: Get NordVPN ($3.19/month) I’ve just watched the latest episode of Shogun on Hulu in New Zealand using the Dallas #10134 server If you can’t find a server that works, you can try NordVPN’s Meshnet feature. Be warned this will require someone to have Meshnet on their Windows … [Read more...] about Hulu not working with VPN? Use NordVPN’s Dallas #10134 server
FIX: ExpressVPN not working with Amazon Prime (2024)
Wondering why ExpressVPN isn’t working with Amazon Prime? Unfortunately, the streaming service has managed to block all of the IP addresses ExpressVPN can provide. Don’t worry, it’s happened to us, too. It can be a headache to deal with, especially if you’ve subscriped to ExpressVPN to make Amazon Prime work. Fortunately, we have just the fixes. This guide will show you … [Read more...] about FIX: ExpressVPN not working with Amazon Prime (2024)
FIX: Amazon Prime not working with VPN (2024)
Trying to use Amazon Prime Video with a VPN and get a “Your device is connected to the internet using a VPN or proxy service. Please disable it and try again” error? Don’t worry, we’ve come across this issue as well – and we have just the fixes. It means Amazon has managed to block the IP address that you’re using with your VPN. This can be a headache, but fortunately, … [Read more...] about FIX: Amazon Prime not working with VPN (2024)
How to watch MTV.com outside the US (2024)
If you’re outside the US and you’re trying to watch content on MTV.com, the video player won’t work. You’ll come across an error saying this content isn’t available in your location. The reason this is happening is because MTV only has the rights to broadcast its content in the US, and if you aren’t in the country, it will block your connection. The good news is there’s a … [Read more...] about How to watch MTV.com outside the US (2024)
FIX: VPN not working in China (2024)
Looking for a way to get your VPN working again in China? With the country’s strict restrictions on websites and VPNs, this can be tricky. The Chinese government cracks down on unapproved VPNs, which are the vast majority. These restrictions aim to limit citizens’ access to information outside the “Great Firewall,” the system filtering internet content. That makes it hard … [Read more...] about FIX: VPN not working in China (2024)
Microsoft adds spellcheck and autocorrect to Notepad on Windows 11
Wait, this wasn't already a thing? Spellcheck and autocorrect is pretty standard for text editors these days. Credit: Microsoft Microsoft is adding spellcheck and autocorrect to its Notepad app on Windows 11, and it only took 40 years. On Thursday, the Microsoft blog announced this as a preview release for testers, also known as Windows Insiders. Notepad, … [Read more...] about Microsoft adds spellcheck and autocorrect to Notepad on Windows 11
Noctua’s NH-D12L gets the “#000000” treatment thanks to introduction of the chromax.black variant
Noctua’s award-winning 120mm cooler NH-D12L is now coated with the chromax.black paint for maximum stealth. As usual, the chromax.black variant is completely identical (well, aside from the color of course) to the standard NH-D12L – the same 5x heatpipe dual-tower design with an NF-A12x25r 120mm fan sitting in the middle, asymmetrical fin stacks, and 100% RAM … [Read more...] about Noctua’s NH-D12L gets the “#000000” treatment thanks to introduction of the chromax.black variant