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Author: Hazel Lynn
Hazel Lynn is a tech blogger who loves nothing more than diving into the latest and greatest in the world of technology. She's always on the lookout for new gadgets, apps, and trends to write about, and she's passionate about helping people learn about all the amazing things that technology has to offer. When she's not blogging or working on her next big project, Hazel enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Did you know that the iMac is one of the best monitors for your PC? In fact, with a little tweaking and configuration, it can be your exclusive monitor. It’s all thanks to the Thunderbolt ports on an iMac. You can connect your iMac to another computer — like a PC — and use it as the primary display. There are multiple ways to accomplish this task, but they all have one thing in common: they only require a few cables and zero third-party software. In this article, we will show you how to use iMac as a monitor for…
Windows updates are a double-edged sword. In some cases, they help to keep your PC secure and running smoothly by fixing bugs and bringing new features. On the other hand, if you’re in the middle of something or don’t have an Internet connection, it can be quite inconvenient. This article details how to stop or pause Windows update in progress so that it won’t disrupt your workflow again. Staying on the current version of Windows is essential for security and performance reasons. However, with that being said, we all have times when we cannot finish what we’re doing because of…
When watching TV, different programs can have very different lighting conditions. Many shows and movies have darker scenes, which can make it difficult to see what’s happening on the screen. To address this issue, almost all modern televisions have a brightness setting. This makes it easier to watch darker shows by increasing the visibility of the screen. If you find yourself in a similar situation when watching your new television, keep reading to learn how to turn up the brightness on your TV. Increasing the light output of a TV is as simple as finding that option on your remote…
Macs are powerful machines with almost no limits on how much data you can store. External storage like hard drives, SD cards, and other flash media are great options to increase your Mac’s storage capacity. They are also the go-to locations for many users who need to free up space and optimize their local storage. The system storage on Mac is where everything related to OS X and its extensions goes. When it comes to freeing up space or troubleshooting another issue, it’s usually good to know where everything is stored. Overall, there is not much of a process for…
Did you ever wish your TV could double as a second monitor for your laptop, PC, or Mac? Or that it could act as a picture-in-picture secondary screen so you can keep an eye on something else while watching your favorite sitcom? You’d think this may require some magic, but it’s not that difficult to make this a reality. All you need is wireless connectivity between the two devices and a little bit of know-how about how to use the TV as a second monitor wirelessly. Read on to find out how. How To Use Tv As Second Monitor Wirelessly…
Today, we are so connected that even our watches need to be connected. The Apple Watch is a smartwatch developed by Apple Inc. It is the company’s first wearable device and comes in 3 different editions: Apple Watch, Apple Watch Sport, and Apple Watch Edition. Each of these comes with a variety of features and benefits depending on your needs. Moreover, the apple watch battery drain is one of the common problems among all users. Does your Apple watch battery drain faster than you expect? Do you feel like your watch drains more juice than it should? If yes, then…
It’s not uncommon to have a love-hate relationship with your earphones. While they come in handy when you’re out and about, trying to listen to something while simultaneously ignoring the hustle and bustle around you can be tricky. It’s for this reason that a large number of people tend to keep their earphones at home, or in a bag separate from their other belongings. However, for those who are partial to listening to tunes on the go, there are certain downsides. One such downside is keeping your earphones in a place where they are bound to get dirty sooner rather…
When you’re listening to music on your headphones, you probably want to hear every single note and lyric. Unfortunately, that might not always be the case. In some cases, it can feel like you’re listening to background noise instead of your favorite song. If this is the case for you, then you may be interested in learning how to make headphones louder. An earbud or headphone volume that isn’t loud enough is quite common because most people listen to audio on their devices at around the same volume all the time. While this makes things feel comfortable so you don’t…
Today’s computers are more versatile than ever. In addition to the traditional functions, many personal computers also have additional features that allow you to stream movies and music, access the Internet, organize your personal files and documents, and even connect with friends and family members through social media networks. These features aren’t the only thing that makes today’s computers so versatile, however. Many also come with a secondary monitor output in the form of an HDMI port. This means that you can use your computer almost like a gaming console or a home theater system by connecting it to an…
Samsung produces some of the best smart TVs available, with a wide range of models to suit every budget and space. In fact, Samsung produces more than just one line of smart TVs, but several. Even still, all those different series can make it confusing to figure out exactly which model you want to buy and whether it has Chromecast support or not. Add Chromecast support to any TV in just 5 minutes With that in mind, here’s everything you need to know about whether a Samsung TV has Chromecast built-in and if not how you can get the Google…