The Amazon Fire HD 8 was last updated in 2020, bringing a new overall design. The latest update from Amazon boosts the power - claiming a 30 per cent lift in power thanks to a processor upgrade. The 2022 version of the Fire HD 8 is basically the same overall design and dimensions, but there is a slight decrease in weight, making this popular travel tablet a little more … [Read more...] about Amazon announces new 2022 Fire HD 8 – but what’s new?
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What’s the Difference Between a Turntable and a Record Player?
Getting into vinyl records means buying a turntable or record player. And while these terms are often used interchangeably, they describe two very different products—one that’s designed for enthusiasts, and another that’s intended for casual listeners. Now, I’ll be the first to say that this is a weird distinction. Most people aren’t nitpicking about the terms “turntable” … [Read more...] about What’s the Difference Between a Turntable and a Record Player?
Windows 11 KB5017328 hands on – what’s new, improved and broken
Windows 11 KB5017328 has been released for the general public with a couple of nifty improvements, but there are no major changes. KB5017328 offline installers are available for download on Microsoft Update Catalog, but you can always download the update from Windows Update. KB5017328 has been designated as a ‘security, important update’, which means it will download and … [Read more...] about Windows 11 KB5017328 hands on – what’s new, improved and broken
sudo apt update vs upgrade: What’s the Difference?
If you want to keep your Ubuntu or Debian system updated, you use the combination of sudo apt update and sudo apt upgrade commands. Some older tutorial also mention sudo apt-get update and sudo apt-get upgrade. Both apt and apt-get commands work pretty much the same except for some minor differences that I’ll discuss later in this later. Let’s first discuss the … [Read more...] about sudo apt update vs upgrade: What’s the Difference?
What’s the difference between apt-get upgrade vs dist-upgrade?
You’ll often see two of common ways of updating Debian and Ubuntu-based distributions: sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get dist-upgrade The apt-get update part updates the local package cache and thus tells your system about the packages that can be upgraded. However, many Linux users get confused between … [Read more...] about What’s the difference between apt-get upgrade vs dist-upgrade?
Fitbit Versa 3 vs Versa 4: What’s the difference?
C. Scott Brown / Android AuthorityTable of contents01Design02Features03Price and colors04Specs05Verdict It’s been nearly two years since the Fitbit Versa 3 launched to our acclaim, offering a suite of helpful health tracking technology and standard smartwatch fare. But the wearable industry has moved on considerably since. Now under Google ownership, Fitbit has unveiled … [Read more...] about Fitbit Versa 3 vs Versa 4: What’s the difference?
Windows 11 KB5016691 released – here’s what’s new and fixed
KB5016691 is now available for users in the production channel as an optional cumulative preview update. This update doesn’t come with new features, but there are several bug fixes that you can check out. The patch is out via Windows Update, but you can also download the offline installers of Windows 11 KB5016691. The update is marked as ‘optional’ which means it is an … [Read more...] about Windows 11 KB5016691 released – here’s what’s new and fixed
What’s the Difference Between GPT and MBR When Partitioning a Drive?
Set up a new disk on Windows 10 or 8.1 and you’ll be asked whether you want to use MBR (Master Boot Record) or GPT (GUID Partition Table). Today we’re explaining the difference between GPT and MBR and helping you choose the right one for your PC or Mac. GPT brings with it many advantages, but MBR is still the most compatible and is still necessary in some cases. This isn’t a … [Read more...] about What’s the Difference Between GPT and MBR When Partitioning a Drive?
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (2022) vs HP Spectre x360 13.5 (2022): What’s the best 2-in-1?
If you’re anything like me, when you’re thinking of buying a laptop, it’s important that it’s a convertible, also called a 2-in-1 laptop. Laptops that can be used as both a tablet and a standard laptop give you a lot more flexibility, and it’s great to be able to use it how you want when you want. Two prime examples of convertible laptops in 2022 are the HP Spectre x360 13.5 … [Read more...] about Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (2022) vs HP Spectre x360 13.5 (2022): What’s the best 2-in-1?
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and IMAX Enhanced: What’s the difference?
When it comes to at-home recreations of movie theaters, you can either opt for Dolby Vision or IMAX Enhanced. What’s the difference between these two technologies, and which should you choose? We’ll cover what you need to know about these two home theater standards and help you determine which is right for you. Dolby Atmos vs Dolby Vision If there’s one name heavily … [Read more...] about Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and IMAX Enhanced: What’s the difference?