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How To: Use quick apostrophes for common words in Swype
Swype is lightening fast, so don't let a little thing like an apostrophe slow you down! In this clip, learn how to add an apostrophe as quickly as you would add a letter and never slow down your texting speed. Send text messages with ease with the new Swype app for your smart phone.
How To: Get the Galaxy Note 20's Leaked Wallpapers on Any Phone
New wallpapers for new smartphones are basically a tradition at this point. That tradition doesn't change with the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra — Samsung is introducing five fresh wallpapers for the new devices. Of course, Samsung would like these wallpapers to remain Note 20-exclusive, but that's not how we roll. Here's how you can get them on your iPhone or Android right now.
News: Pokémon GO Fans — Niantic Is Updating the Game in a Big Way
Pokémon GO has been making the news since it was released last summer. But throughout the past year, the core gameplay has remained mostly the same. We're learning today that is about to change, as Niantic is gearing up to release a major update for the popular AR game.
News: The Tools @Sennheiser Uses to Build a Pro-Quality Instagram Feed
Andrew Mucci, a New Jersey-based vlogger who is also Social Media Coordinator at Sennheiser, likes to use Instagram not only as a platform for the brand but also as a place to experiment with content on his own account.
How To: Enable MMS on iPhone 3G/3GS on 3.0 3.0.1 3.1
Check out this video iPhone tutorial and learn how to enable MMS pciture messaging on your 3G/GS. Windows XP/Vista 32 Bit Tutorial
News: Leaks Reveal a Bigger, More Powerful Version of the HTC One for September Release
The new HTC One M8 is barely two months old, and we've already got a leak on its predecessor. Dubbed as the M8 Prime, or more likely the One Max (Two?), the larger, faster device should debut sometime in the fall (September is most likely), not too far away from the M8 Mini that's set to release later this month with degraded specs.
Apple AR: Our World Meets Minecraft's with AR Scanner
This is one of the coolest applications of Apple's ARKit that we've seen so far. The 3D software product studio gradientspace has created a Minecraft 3D scanner using ARKit.
Exclusive: Judge in Meta Patent Lawsuit Sets Deadline for Default Judgment, Meta's Founder Moves to Save Startup
The saga of augmented reality startup Meta appeared to be at end, but there are new developments unfolding in real time that may either sink Meta deeper into trouble, or provide a tenuous lifeline for the beleaguered augmented reality company.
How To: Check your internet speed using Cnet
The following are the steps to be followed to know the internet speed using CNET. 1. Go to google.com
News: Camera IQ Gives Cosmetics Brands the Power to Push Virtual Try-on Effects to Snapchat, Facebook, & Instagram
Cosmetics brands have a long love affair with augmented reality, embracing virtual try-on effects as a means to help sell eyeliner, hair color, lipstick, and the like.
News: Google's Modular Smartphone Project Ara Is Alive & Well & Coming This Year
This week has been quite a successful one for Google, thanks to non-stop news coverage of their developer-focused I/O conference.
News: Augmented World Expo Sets the Example for What an AR Conference Should Be
I have spent a good portion of this year traveling between cities and various emergent technology conferences and events. Most of these events have been really good, but in terms of augmented and mixed reality, the Augmented World Expo, in its eighth year running, definitely stood above the rest.
Market Reality: Magic Leap's Branding Comes into Focus, Google Backs AR Cloud, & L'Oreal Takes Over AR Beauty
Noted poet T.S. Elliot once wrote that "April is the cruelest month." But Magic Leap might argue that March is the most miserable, as the Ides of March brought more legal woes to augmented reality startup. Elsewhere, its closely-held branding secrets have been spilled by way of the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
How To: Beat level 1-11 of Angry Birds Halloween HD for the iPad
Beat Level 11 of Theme 1 in Rovio's Angry Birds Halloween HD for the iPad! This gamer's guide will teach you everything you need to know to beat level 1-11.
How To: Spend Less on Steam Games Using Tracker Discounts for Android
Steam is by far the biggest and best service for getting games on your Linux, Mac, or Windows PC. With their catalog containing everything from the biggest blockbusters to indie games created by one-man development teams, it's no easy task to keep track of their best values—until now.
News: Snap Simplifies Lens Studio with 'No-Code AR' Tools & New Templates, Invests $3.5 Million in AR Development
At the opening of its virtual Lens Fest, taking place Dec. 8-10 and open to the public, Snap is furthering its facilitation of AR development with new tools for Lens Studio version 3.3 and a planned investment into its AR creator community.
Brief Reality: AR Hits the Conference Circuit
Every Tuesday, Next Reality will give readers a rundown of the augmented and mixed reality news briefs from the preceding week that we didn't cover already. This way, you'll never miss anything of importance in the Next Reality landscape, and will always know what's going on with new augmented and mixed reality tech and applications.
News: Apple Releases iOS 14.3 Public Beta 3 for iPhone
Apple released iOS 14.3 public beta 3 today, Wednesday, Dec. 2. The update comes three hours after Apple released 14.3 developer beta 3, and 15 days after Apple released iOS 14.3 beta 2 for developers and public beta testers. The latter introduced a change that bypasses the Shortcuts app when using a custom icon on the home screen.
HowTo: Spooooky Illuminated Fingers
A little early for Halloween, Instructables user faridbayan88's glowing fingers seem to somehow belong in a Daft Punk video. Whatever direction you decide to take the project, the effect is spooky and surreal. Learn how to do-it-yourself.
News: Make a homopolar motor
Weekend fun. Foolproof. An ingenious melange of idiocy, electrical currents, arts and crafts.
How To: Replace the screen of a Palm Tungsten T, T2, and T3
Learn how to take apart a Palm Tungsten T, T2, or T3 in order to repair or replace the screen. A helpful voiceover guides you through the process.
News: These Devs Are Making Awesome Voice-Activated Magic Spells for the HoloLens
LARPing, or live action role-playing, can look a little silly because it requires a lot of imagination to suspend reality. But mixed reality technology like the Microsoft HoloLens can change all of that with voice commands and special effects.
How To: Send an update to the fans of your Facebook page
In this how-to video, you will learn how to send an update to the fans on your Facebook fan page. First, go to your fan page. Go to the top and press edit page. Now, click send an update to fans. Now, click edit to change who will receive this update. This includes sending it according to gender or location. Enter the subject and message of the fan page. Click send to complete the process. This update will be shown in the sub category in the messages page called updates. Click it to read the ...
How To: Create your own ringtone
Check out this electronics tutorial video that provides step by step instructions on how you can create your own ringtones. Learn how to make ring tones from your personal music files. Surprise your friends when they ask where you downloaded your ringtones by telling them you made them yourself.
How To: The Easiest Way to Discover New Music on Your Phone
Resources for finding new music are at our disposal in all corners of the internet; the only problem is deciding which one is the best for you. Spotify, Pandora, and Rdio all have options to discover new music on your smartphone, but they tend to expose mostly established artists, making the process of finding lesser-known but good music a game of trial and error.
News: Apple Releases iOS 13.4.5 Developer Beta 2 for iPhone Today
Apple just released the second iOS 13.4.5 developer beta today, Wednesday, April 15. The update comes just over two weeks after the release of 13.4.5 dev beta 1, which introduced a new way to share Apple Music songs to Instagram and Facebook stories.
How To: Bypass school or home web filters
This video will show you how to bypass those pesky home or school web filters Bypass school or home web filters.
News: The iPhone 7 Just Became the Spiritual Successor to the iPhone SE
After announcing the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max, one thing was noticeably absent from Apple's Sept. 12 event — the iPhone SE 2, the long-awaited upgrade to 2016's niche yet popular 4-inch model. Not only does Apple have no apparent plans for an update, it has also officially dropped the SE from its online store. Looking for a small iPhone that packs a punch? You might have to try the iPhone 7.
How To: View your signal strength on an HTC 7 Trophy Windows Phone 7 smartphone
Want to know how many bars you're getting on your HTC 7 Trophy? Though not immediately intuitive, it isn't so hard as you might fear. This quick, unofficial HTC 7 Trophy owner's guide will walk you through the process. Learn how to see your HTC 7 Trophy's signal strength with this helpful tutorial.
News: China Wireless Giant Oppo Debuts Mainstream-Friendly Smartphone-Tethered AR Smartglasses & Cloud App
One of China's largest smartphone makers, Oppo, just took the wraps off its new design for augmented reality smartglasses called AR Glass 2021.
News: Apple Boosts Augmented Reality Team with Former Twitter Engineering Exec, Report Says
In hopes of strengthening its growing augmented reality team, Apple has reportedly hired Michael Abbott, an engineering and investment veteran with past ties to Twitter, Microsoft, Palm, and others.
How To: Disassemble an HP iPAQ h2210 or h2215 series PDA
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of disassembling your HP iPAQ h2210 or h2215 series pocket PC quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their iPAQs without actually disassembling their units.
News: Our Writers' & Editors' Must-Have New Phone Accessories
It's new phone season — new handsets are releasing every few weeks, we're seeing endless software updates, and the holidays are right around the corner.
News: How to Watch Apple's WWDC 2017 Presentation Today
It's that time of year again — Apple will be hitting the stage in California to talk about new features coming to iOS and macOS devices in the near future. Of course, you're going to want to tune in and be up to date on all the changes coming to your Apple products.
How To: Does Your iOS 6 or 6.1 Device Have a Tethered Jailbreak? Covert It to Untethered with This Hack
Ever since the release of iOS 6 for the iPhone in late September last year, people had been itching for the subsequent jailbreak. While the untethered jailbreak was released on Super Bowl Sunday this past February 3rd, many others couldn't wait and jailbroke their iPhones with a tethered version from Redsn0w.
How To: Do the lead-free multi-lead soldering technique
In this soldering tip video brought to you by BEST, Inc. Norman Mier demonstrates the lead-free multi-lead soldering technique.
How To: Check your email on a Motorola Droid phone
Want to know how to check your email accounts using a Motorola Droid phone? This clip will show you how it's done. Whether you're the proud owner of a Motorola Droid Google Android smartphone or are considering picking one up, you're sure to benefit from this hands-on guide. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
News: Google Docs Meets Instagram in Google's Next Social App
When it comes to social media, Google has had it a bit rough. But its next big app in this category is apparently steps away from completion, with a platform that allows small groups of users to edit and organize photos in unison.
How To: Root your Motorola Droid, fast and easy
In this clip, learn how to root your Motorola Droid phone. By rooting your device, you will be able to access new files and apps as well as create your own ROMS and enable WiFi tethering. This process is super easy and should take no more than 5 minutes to do.
How To: Get three stars on level 1-22 of Cut the Rope HD for the Apple iPad
Pulling out your hair trying to beat Theme 1, Level 22 of Rovio's Cut the Rope HD with three stars? See how it's done with this gamer's guide, which presents a complete walkthrough of the stage. With the right strategy and technique, you'll find it quite easy to beat. For more information, and to get started beating level 1-22 of this whimsical puzzle game on your own iPad, watch this helpful video guide.