In the middle of a tense Civ 6 barbarian battle but really need the loo? Well, now you can take your game with you, as 2K has implemented a cross-platform cloud system allowing players to transfer their saves between Switch and Steam. This essentially means players can instantly close down a game on one device, boot up the other, and continue playing the same game. To do this … [Read more...] about Civilization 6 gets cross-platform cloud saves for PC and Switch
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Automatically Switch Between Dark & Light Modes In Windows 10
Windows 10 offers a dark theme mode for File Explorer, apps, Settings and many other areas of the operating system. The dark mode is handy while working in low light conditions. Currently, Windows 10 doesn’t offer a built-in way to switch to the dark mode at sunset automatically. You need to manually switch between dark and light modes by navigating to Settings app … [Read more...] about Automatically Switch Between Dark & Light Modes In Windows 10
How To Switch Between Local & Microsoft Accounts In Windows 10
On Windows 10, one can either use a local user account or a Microsoft account to sign in. While both accounts have their own advantages and disadvantages, a significant number of Windows 10 users prefer Microsoft account over the local user account. If you are using a local or Microsoft account, at times, you might want to migrate between these accounts. Luckily, … [Read more...] about How To Switch Between Local & Microsoft Accounts In Windows 10
How to add 2-factor verification (2FA) to your Nintendo Switch Account
Nintendo admitted in April 2020 that hackers may have stolen names and passwords that could be used to access more than 300,000 Nintendo Accounts. In a statement on its support site, it confirmed that Nintendo Network ID information for a staggering amount of gamers was illegally accessed. And that could mean that your ID and password have been seen, maybe even … [Read more...] about How to add 2-factor verification (2FA) to your Nintendo Switch Account
New Pokémon Snap coming soon to the Nintendo Switch, looking gorgeous
The Pokémon Company has announced a new game coming soon to the Nintendo Switch, bringing back to life the long-dormant Pokémon Snap sub-franchise. The game will see players exploring sightseeing routes around pristine islands where Pokémon of all shapes and sizes are making their homes, photographing them in a safari-like course as they go. The original Pokémon Snap for the … [Read more...] about New Pokémon Snap coming soon to the Nintendo Switch, looking gorgeous
Best Nintendo Switch accessories 2020: Protect and personalise your Switch
If you just bought a Nintendo Switch for either yourself or a loved one, your next step should be to look at accessories. Nintendo's portable console comes with a few goodies inside the box, but there's a whole ecosystem of first- and third-party add-ons available that'll provide the Switch with added protection, more juice for playtime, and expanded functionality. From cases … [Read more...] about Best Nintendo Switch accessories 2020: Protect and personalise your Switch
Facebook Messenger’s chat heads switch to Android 11’s bubble notifications API
Google introduced the new Bubbles API with Android 10 Beta 2 back in April last year. The API was initially offered as an opt-in feature for developers, with Google urging them to test the API in their apps so that the supported apps were ready when the feature finally rolled out in a future Android release. As expected, the feature was enabled by default in the Android 11 … [Read more...] about Facebook Messenger’s chat heads switch to Android 11’s bubble notifications API
Nintendo Switch review: Redefining the games console
After the failure of the Wii U, and in the era of Ultra-HD gaming from PS4 Pro and Xbox One X, some were beginning to think that the days of a console with 'Nintendo' slapped across its front may have reached their last. But the naysayers were wrong, as the Nintendo Switch has proven time and again since its launch – now with the portable-only Switch Lite alternative also … [Read more...] about Nintendo Switch review: Redefining the games console
Paper Mario: The Origami King for Nintendo Switch arrives 17 July
Nintendo will kick start its Mario anniversary celebrations with an all-new Paper Mario RPG for Nintendo Switch. Paper Mario: The Origami King pits the 2D Paper Mario against King Olly's plans to dominate the world through origami and the art of paper folding. One of the most innovative game series looks set to become even more unique, with new powers and abilities including … [Read more...] about Paper Mario: The Origami King for Nintendo Switch arrives 17 July
Finding Out Which Network Switch Port My Computer is Connected
During my years of IT life, I’ve traced countless cables in the back of the server room racks, trying to find out which switch port is the destiny of the other end of that cable. And I never thought I could use a piece of software to do the work for me. Very stupid of me. LDWin, short for Link Discovery Client for Windows, is an open-source network utility that lets you … [Read more...] about Finding Out Which Network Switch Port My Computer is Connected