1. Raspbian If you’re looking for a good place to start, Raspbian is it. It’s the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s official supported operating system, so you’ll find plenty of documentation. It also has a lot of software installed so you can get started right away. Raspbian, as the name implies, is based on Debian, but with a few modifications. It uses the PIXEL as its main desktop, which is lightweight, so it runs faster on the Raspberry Pi....
The native Apple podcast app is mostly barebones, but there are some great podcast apps for iOS that you can use to scroll through the endless library of audio content available. In no particular order, here’s a roundup of the best apps to use with your iOS device to listen to your favorite podcast. 1. Overcast Overcast is a beautifully-organized podcast app for iOS only, which is designed for curious listeners that seek new podcast discoveries....
If you don’t enjoy driving, all you have to do is look down your phone and keep track of a car’s arrival. Prepaid rides also free you from the ordeal of hailing a taxi when they won’t even bother to stop for you. While on a vacation abroad, hitching a ride with other tourists can also save valuable money. Here is a list of useful ride-share apps popular in different parts of the world....
This limitation means RSS readers won’t work on any static webpages or dynamic websites without RSS components. Fortunately, you can use third-party tools to monitor website changes and receive notifications for any new changes. Possible Use Cases of a Website Monitor Website monitors may also eliminate the need for subscribing to email newsletters. For instance, if you want to figure out whether an updated version of a software or game is out, you can set the monitor to track changes in the version number of the change log....
1. ezPDF Reader Multimedia PDF Some of the PDF files out there do not allow markup. However, there are some apps out there allowing you to add arrows, circles, text notes and other annotations to a PDF. That’s what ezPDF Reader does. While ezPDF Reader isn’t specifically made for the use with a stylus, when annotating a PDF, using a stylus will make the mark-up a lot easier and more accurate with a pen....
In case you are wondering, you can access Administrative tools via the Windows control panel, or you can search for it in the Start menu. Depending on the Windows version you are using (Basic, Pro or Enterprise), you will see a different set of tools in the Administrative Tools folder. Note: Most of the tools listed in this folder are MMC (Microsoft Management Console) snap-ins and require administrative privileges to use them....
That’s a 50% saving on this 512GB card and the cheapest we’ve seen it fall to recently. If you want some extra storage for a Switch, digital camera or Android phone then this is a fantastic deal that’s hard to resist. This is a SanDisk micro SDXC card, with 512GB worth of storage and up to 150mb/s speeds. Many of the Trusted Reviews team use this specific card in their personal devices, and while it’s not the fastest around it is the perfect addition to a Nintendo Switch....
1. Advanced Responsive Video Embedder Advanced Responsive Video Embedder is a very popular WordPress video plugin for a reason. In addition to drag-and-drop video placement of responsive embedded videos, it has a ton of other useful features, such as a WISYWIG editor, custom aspect ratio, autoplay (if supported by the provider), shortcodes, customization via CSS, etc. The paid version has more perks such as the ability to disable links in embeds of lazyload mode (load only an image, not the video itself on pageload), but even the free one is good enough....
Plex Alternatives to Consider While Plex is quite popular, its free tier offering may not be the best option. Unless you shift to Premium Plex Pass, a few issues might sour your experience. For one, a lot of the “free” content is ad-supported which feels annoying if you have something interesting to watch. To watch trailers and reviews on Plex, you’re always led through to an external page. Unlike other streaming aggregators, Plex doesn’t have many interesting widgets such as “Love,” “Want to see,” free options availability for a movie title, and a dedicated comments section....
At here, we will do what we do best, by recommending 7 different applications—some web based and some desktop— that make Flickr even better. Searching 1. Flickr Hive Mind My biggest complaint about going through lots of pictures on any site is the predetermined number of photos shown. Searching pictures for blog posts is easier when I use Flickr Hive Mind. Not only does Flickr Hive Mind let you search up to 500 pictures anytime you search, you also can search by license....
1. Clean Unused Temp and Log Files with BleachBit or Your Terminal The first step in speeding up your computer is to clean up the fluff left behind by daily use. This can be your temporary files or log files that can take up plenty of storage space. When storage space gets filled up, the system becomes slow. You can solve this problem with BleachBit. Using the Terminal Although BleachBit may be useful to clean up your system, you may be hesitant to install extra software on your system....
In this roundup, we introduce you to the best Linux distributions for Windows users looking to switch to Linux. 1. Kubuntu We have to admit that we like Ubuntu but understand that its default Gnome desktop might look too strange if you’re switching from Windows. Unlike other Linux variants, Ubuntu prioritizes simplicity, and this approach isn’t restricted to its desktop. It percolates through its every bit. Kubuntu is the same OS as Ubuntu but with a KDE Desktop Environment....
The following tools are useful in stress testing your CPU. Before you begin, you need to know that these tests at peak load can cause overheating of your computer. 1. HeavyLoad True to its name, HeavyLoad by Jam Software can subject your computer to an extremely high stress. When it is running at full capacity, you will have a better grip of your computer’s other fading resources such as RAM....
In fact, you may find some of these repurposing ideas so intriguing that you may want to buy a used or inexpensive tablet and try them anyway. Note: before using the tablet for any of these purposes, completely clear your device. Erasing all the data is especially important if many different people will be using it. 1. Alarm Clock Take your tablet and install an alarm clock app such as Timely Alarm Clock or Alarm Clock Xtreme....
While there is no official Google Drive client for Linux, you can still browse your Google Drive files in the File Manger if you’re using a GNOME-based desktop, thanks to the integration within the Files app. Otherwise Linux users would have to resort to third-party options to access Google Drive. Below is a complete list of the known methods and proprietary services you can use to access Google Drive in Linux....
You may have heard at some point from someone that it’s an anonymous coin, and therefore your financial activities are out of the eyes of your government or any potential snoopers. Then you might do a little research and maybe come across a piece like this that explains that this isn’t necessarily the case. Counter-arguments get thrown around, the discussion heats up, and suddenly Bitcoin’s case for anonymity is unclear again....
Getting the Google Now feature is only an install away. After the install, the new tab page will open with the Google Now look. Google Search and Google Now banner The first thing you can do with New Tab Page is utilize Google search. You can search the old-fashioned way by typing in a query or using voice search. Your results will be displayed in the same tab in the usual way you see Google search results....
You can fit two DualSense controllers into the charging dock, which also serves as a handy place to stow them and keep them tidy once the gaming session is over. It also means you won’t need to plug the controllers into the console manually with a USB-C cable in order to replenish them. This price matches the lowest we’ve seen for this official product, which neatly matches the penguin-like design of the Sony PS5 console, which is now more widely available ahead of the festive season....
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your existing model or unsure whether it’s worth plumping for the new version over the old, this guide will outline all the notable differences so you can make the right decision. The Siri Remote has an important change As with recent iPads, MacBooks and probably the iPhone 15, Apple has ditched the Lightning port from the Apple TV 4K (2022) Siri Remote, replacing it with the far more standard USB-C charging port that’s become ubiquitous across the industry....
In light of this news, it’s time we had another look at Windows’ automatic updates and question if they’re the best course of action. In this article we’re examining what the advantages and disadvantages are of automatic Windows updates? The Good Bits Automatic updates are great for quickly fixing up holes in the operating system. Every so often someone with malicious intent finds a hole through which they can exploit Windows operating systems....
