According to the latest stats, Windows XP still has a 28.98% market share. That’s a lot of computers running on last-last-last gen OS. The fact that so many users are reluctant to move on for XP means there must be some reason behind it. You can either hold on to XP for as long as you can or move on and embrace the new world of Windows. If You Plan to Hold On to XP… Get A Strong Anti-Virus Suite If you absolutely can’t stop using XP, the first thing you need to do is to protect it from vulnerabilities....

Earlier, if you wanted to use WhatsApp for your business, then you had to do that by using your number or install two WhatsApp on the same device with Parallel Space or other methods. Thanks to the new WhatsApp Business app, you can use two WhatsApp accounts (WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business) on the same phone. But how does WhatsApp Business differ from the WhatsApp app? What additional features do you get?...

Microsoft has two primary levels of support that for its operating systems — Mainstream, which lasts for the first five years after release, and Extended, which lasts for five years after the Mainstream support ends. In the duration of the mainstream support, Windows receives security updates, support via telephone or chat and other bug fixes. The extended support only includes security updates for the next five years while support via telephone or chat is no longer free of cost....

There is no personal enmity I have against any of the password managers, but the concept of a separate app just to manage your passwords seemed out of place to me. I know it may not make much sense, but I have my aberrant reasons. But I gave LastPass a try. Having used it for two weeks on my smartphone, laptop, iPad & desktop PC, I have had a mixed experience....

maximize my device’s battery life . Prevoiusly, when Android was still a fledgling OS, this used to be a manual task that required me to disable the Wi-Fi after use and enable it when required. But now we have apps to automate this process . Using the first of the two apps linked to above, we can toggle Wi-Fi on or off based on the location (acquired from GPS), and using the second app one can create time based rules to schedule the process of enabling or disabling Wi-Fi....

So, have an instance of KMPlayer open and try each one as you read through. It’ll take time and practice, but once you are used to it, you’ll find it makes your life incredibly easy. And like any other such sets of shortcuts, some of these are common and some not so known. Hopefully, there’s something for every KMPlayer user out there in this list. Spacebar to Play/Pause While you can always use the mouse double click to play or pause a media on KMPlayer knowing the keyboard shortcut will only help....

So why is Apple omitting the 3D Touch? It’s cost of complex electronics needed for 3D Touch, which also takes up precious internal space. The Origins of 3D Touch Apple introduced Force Touch for trackpads of MacBooks and Apple Watch. Later, 3D Touch made a debut with the iPhone 6s in 2015. After that, it became a standard feature of all iPhones until last year’s iPhone XR. With the announcement of iOS 13, Apple is yet to explicit mention of phasing out 3D Touch in favor of the Haptic Touch....

If you, like me, have been looking for alternatives to SHAREit app, you have come to the right place. In this post, we will explore the Android apps that offer similar features to SHAREit. Let’s get started. 1. Xender Similar to the SHAREit app, Xender is cross-platform. It is available on a wide range of platforms such as Android, iOS, and Windows PC. You can also transfer files using the web share feature where the second party doesn’t require the app and transfer takes place through the browser....

browser add-ons and use quite a few of them to improve and make our browsing experiences better . Though Firefox and Chrome lead the race, there are certain advantages associated with Firefox when it comes to customizing the program. Besides using extensions you can make the browser behave exactly the way you like if you master the about:config preferences. Today we will have a glance at the must know ones and check out the connected features....

More and more developers are listing their apps on the Microsoft Store. It makes it so much easier to find and download apps. It’s also a great way to push updates and find new customers. Let’s see what we can do. We will begin with some simple solutions first. 1. Update OS You knew this was coming. Press Windows key+I to open Settings and click on Updates & Security. That’s where you can look for new OS updates and install them....

It’s not essential that we know all the tricks that a particular tool has in its arsenal. Knowing the few important ones is all one needs for a smoother experience. Features — big or small — play a big role in enhancing productivity. And while it was an arduous task of picking and testing them, we have done it and filed it. Phew! Though you might know some of these, why take the chance of not going through this entire article and missing out on some cool ones, right?...

Turning back the Time Wheel: In the past we had shared some Chrome extension to make web pages eye-friendly at night, a break reminder app to reduce eye strain and some screen filter apps for Android. So, do check them out. The apps here will make you screen go even dimmer. It will basically create an overlay on the top of each android activity. Thus, working like a filter. Let’s see what they have to offer....

27 billion messages in one day (yes, that’s billion with a ‘b’) so that should remove any doubts you might have about its popularity. WhatsApp has actually become the de facto text messaging tool for many. ‘Whatsapp me’ is the new ‘text me’ it seems. If WhatsApp is how you communicate with others most of the time then it must have become a big repository of your conversations, both important and trivial....

Unlike the lectures we sit laboriously through in schools and colleges (or at least used to), these ones here on the browser make for stimulating listening. You can always close your browser, but I don’t think you will. So, let’s check out these two online ‘idea’ sites and understand how the world is evolving. TED That’s Technology, Entertainment, and Design for you. TED is actually a global conference that brings together thinkers and doers on a common platform....

While installing ROMs takes a few minutes as long as the bootloader in unlocked and a recovery is installed, it’s the initial setup and the apps that takes most of the time. Installing the backed up apps, from the server or a local computer can take a while installing manually. Titanium Backup provides an option for uninterrupted batch installation, but the cost for the feature is around $5.99 which is pretty high....

Smart bike locks are available in many different forms. While some let you unlock the bike via Bluetooth, other locks alert you via phone notifications. But unlike smart home locks, they are not controlled by voice commands. At the same time, the app doesn’t give you the flexibility to unlock it from afar. You’ll have to be within the Bluetooth range. They are smart in the sense that they give you a couple of additional options more than the conventional locks....

There are several solutions available that help you with thought organization, however, if you’re looking to supercharge your process, you may want to consider mind mapping. This article is not meant to bash solutions such as a to-do list software or a project management software like Asana. No. This is merely meant to show you the power of mind mapping and how it could be beneficial to your organizational routine....

Well, guys, that is what you’re going to learn today. So, let’s dig in. How to Perform Advanced Tasks with the Text You Copy in Android You can perform advanced tasks with copied text using the app called Text Aide. Well, this app is like a personal assistant for your text. Though, we are going to specifically explore one of its feature called Copy Aide. So, going straight into the guide, download the app from the Play Store and enable Copy Aide....

To get around this, you could manually go into your device’s settings and turn off the auto-lock period but this can be quite tedious. Luckily there are apps out there that will allow you to quickly adapt to situations where you don’t want your phone screen to automatically lock. There are also apps out there which offer helpful features such as locking the screen when you make a motion to put it in your pocket in order to prevent pocket dials....

These Bluetooth thermometers, also known as smart meat thermometers, make your food easier. So even if you have a BBQ party out in the yard, you can come inside your house until the cook finishes. You’ll need to ensure that the battery is full, and you will be set. So, without further ado, let’s check some quality Bluetooth thermometers. But first, Here are the best rechargeable under-cabinet lights Wash your hands with style with these automatic soap dispensers Manage your cables like a pro with these cable management sleeves & boxes...