While we're all sitting around just waiting for Half-Life 3 to appear, some individuals are improving the original games. Now a Russian modder has been working on adding ray tracing into the original Half-Life. Early in January 2022, sultim_t posted a teaser video for a vision of the future with real-time ray tracing added to the original Half-Life game. Best PC games to … [Read more...] about Half-Life is finally getting ray tracing
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Microsoft is adding Variable Refresh Rate to their Edge browser for smoother scrolling and longer battery life
We normally associate variable refresh rate with smartphones and even smartwatches, but Microsoft is now also bringing the technology to the desktop. Windows is already able to ramp up the screen refresh rate when playing games, using the Variable Refresh Rate feature in Windows 10 and Dynamic Refresh Rate in Windows 11. Now the Edge browser is adding support for the … [Read more...] about Microsoft is adding Variable Refresh Rate to their Edge browser for smoother scrolling and longer battery life
Windows 11’s Alt+Tab is getting design changes in Sun Valley 2
Windows 10 or Windows 11’s window management has always been better than macOS and Microsoft is now rolling out a new update that will change the look of Alt+Tab (default shortcut to quickly switch between apps and open browser tabs). As you’re probably aware, Windows 11’s new “Task Switcher” allows you to quickly switch between open apps with the Alt+Tab keyboard shortcut. … [Read more...] about Windows 11’s Alt+Tab is getting design changes in Sun Valley 2
Moto G Stylus 2022 design and specs fully revealed in leaked batch of renders
Those of you in the market for a stylus-equipped handset that won't break the bank should consider Motorola’s Moto G Stylus series - especially because it's about to get an update if a recent render dump is to be believed. Leakster Nils Ahrensmeier (via Android Police) has shared what looks to be "official" images of the upcoming Moto G Stylus 2022. They show the smartphone … [Read more...] about Moto G Stylus 2022 design and specs fully revealed in leaked batch of renders
Microsoft releases Accessibility Reminder add-in for Microsoft 365 users
Microsoft today announced the release of Accessibility Reminder add-in for Microsoft 365 users. This new add-in will notify document authors and contributors about accessibility issues present in the document. This add-in adds reminder comments into documents with tips and links to help articles to fix accessibility issues. Accessibility Reminder features: Quickly insert … [Read more...] about Microsoft releases Accessibility Reminder add-in for Microsoft 365 users
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7: Release date, price, and everything else
At CES 2022, Lenovo refreshed its most iconic ThinkPad laptops, including the ThinkPad X1 Yoga. The latest iteration of the convertible – the ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 – packs a bunch of improvements, specifically in terms of performance. It comes with more powerful 12th-generation Intel Core processors, plus it now gives you the option for an OLED display, among other … [Read more...] about Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7: Release date, price, and everything else
Fire-Boltt Ninja 2 Smartwatch with 7 Day Battery Life, IP68 Rating Launched in India Via Amazon: Price, Specifications
Fire-Boltt has officially launched the Ninja 2 smartwatch in India after being listed on Amazon for over two weeks. This is the brand’s third smartwatch under the Ninja series after the launch of Fire-Boltt Ninja and Fire-Boltt Ninja Pro back in 2021. The newly launched Fire-Boltt Ninja 2 comes with features like a 1.3-inch touch screen display, 30 sports modes, IP68 … [Read more...] about Fire-Boltt Ninja 2 Smartwatch with 7 Day Battery Life, IP68 Rating Launched in India Via Amazon: Price, Specifications
How to connect an external monitor to your Mac
The more screen space you have the more efficiently you work apparently. So why not connect a second (or even a third) display to your Mac? In this article we help you identify which adapter you need to plug your Mac into an extra, external screen (or even more than one), and how to get everything set up. While it's generally easy to set up an additional screen, there … [Read more...] about How to connect an external monitor to your Mac
Defective Maximus Z690 Hero: none in Europe
The information had been the subject of a micro buzz during the holiday season. A design problem on some ROG Maximus Z690 Hero cards could, in the “best” case, generate an error code “53” on the card’s debug indicator. But in other cases, we had feedback of burning smells and visually, some components seemed completely charred. Obviously in the latter cases, the motherboard was … [Read more...] about Defective Maximus Z690 Hero: none in Europe
How to download Netflix, Amazon and Disney+ on a Mac
It's one of the mysteries of the internet: you can download Netflix, Amazon and Disney+ shows on your iPad or iPhone, and even a Windows PC, but you cannot download content from these services on a Mac. You can watch Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ content on your Mac, to do so you just need to log on to the website of each service. But downloading is forbidden (and if … [Read more...] about How to download Netflix, Amazon and Disney+ on a Mac
Razer’s Enki Pro HyperSense gaming chair comes with built in haptics
Razer has revealed a number of things during CES 2022 including updates to its Razer Blade line-up and a modular desk in the form of Project Sophia. Now the company is also showing off its latest gaming chair in the form of the Enki Pro HyperSense. An advanced gaming chair that packs in some high-fidelity haptics designed to deliver lifelike feedback while you're gaming. … [Read more...] about Razer’s Enki Pro HyperSense gaming chair comes with built in haptics
How to Scan Photos and Documents Without a Scanner
Scanners had their moment, but nowadays it’s not as necessary to own one. However, that doesn’t mean you never need to scan a document or photo. Thankfully, you probably have some tools to do it without a scanner. If you find yourself scanning a lot of documents and photos, it’s a good idea to invest in an actual scanner. Most people only need to scan a few things a year, so … [Read more...] about How to Scan Photos and Documents Without a Scanner