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How To: Create an Elegant WordPress Blog from Scratch Without Being Noticed That You're A Beginner
To create an elegant WordPress blog or website from scratch without being noticed that you're a complete beginner, you need that drive and pairs of eyes and ears. It may seem difficult at first but it can truly be fun and exciting.
News: Can't Sleep? This App by US Navy Veteran Can Help
Despite what you may have heard, sleep is NOT for the weak. It's essential, not to mention it makes us feel a hell of a lot better in general. But for some, getting to sleep is easier said than done. In fact, about 50 million to 70 million people in the US have a sleep or wakefulness disorder, according to the CDC.
How To: Save and restore tabs in the Google Chrome web browser
Want to know how to save and restore important tabs in Chrome? This clip will show you how it's done. With the Session Buddy addon, it's easy! So easy, in fact, that this handy home-computing how-to from the folks at Tekzilla can present a complete overview of the process in about two minutes' time. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
News: Apple Releases First iOS 14.6 Public Beta, Introduces Easy Way to Update from RC to New Test Software
Apple released the first public beta for iOS 14.6 today, Friday, April 23, one day after the company seeded iOS developers 14.6 beta 1. The update introduces an easy way for testers to update from an iOS RC (release candidate) to the latest beta, via a simple option in Software Update.
How To: Jailbreak an iPhone 2G/3G on 3.0 firmware with redsn0w
This how to video will show you how to jail break the iPod Touch or iPhone to the 3.0 firmware with Redsn0w. First, download Redsn0w and the firmware. Open the file and double click the program. Click browse and navigate to the firmware. Open it and let it load. Once this is done, press next. Let the data load and then make sure Cydia is clicked. Click next and then turn off your device and plug it in. Click next and then hold the power button for 3 seconds. Without releasing the button, hold...
How To: Etch copper
To etch copper, an acidic solution of copper chloride and hydrochloric acid may be used. Gather copper etching materials with tips in this free electronics video. Etch copper - Part 1 of 15.
News: This Snap Spectacles Game Lets You Grow a Digital Pet in Augmented Reality
While the rest of Big Tech is still moving relatively slowly on augmented reality smartglasses, Snap continues to supercharge its own experimental AR wearable called Spectacles.
Market Reality: Oculus Quest Fuels AR Apps, Why Spatial Audio Is the Killer App, & Xerox Becomes a Major AR Player
Amid a troubling resurgence in coronavirus cases, led by the new Delta variant, augmented reality is once again moving back into the spotlight as a solution, especially now that the move to return to offices has been stalled.
News: Apple Releases iOS 13.7 for iPhone, Includes COVID-19 Exposure Notification Support Without Using an App
Apple released iOS 13.7 for iPhone today, Tuesday, Sept 1, upgrading iOS' existing COVID-19 exposure notification feature. Now, US states no longer need to create an app to take advantage of exposure notifications. Instead, they can simply offer supports right to compatible phones.
How To: Take apart and replace the LCD screen on the HTC 8525
This how to video shows you how to take apart an HTC 8525 and replace the LCD screen. First, remove the SIM card and the battery. Next, remove the screws in the back. Using a pry tool, slide it along the edge of the phone at the bottom to release the clips. Once they are released, remove the back piece. To remove the motherboard, release the ribbon connector with the pry tool. Carefully lift the motherboard from the case. Remember that it is still connected to a ribbon that must be released. ...
News: Google Maps Expands Live View AR Navigation Capabilities to Airports & Shopping Malls
The AR walking navigation feature in Google Maps, which is arguably one of the most useful mobile augmented reality to available to consumers, is about to get even more indispensable for travelers.
News: OnePlus CEO Possibly Confirms Pricing for the OnePlus 5T
It was a good weekend for OnePlus 5T rumors — it looks likely the 5T will be first appearing in New York, and we got a spec leak that supports the rumors we've already heard. However, perhaps the best 5T news came from OnePlus' CEO himself: The OnePlus 5T may cost $600 or less.
News: iPhone X's Most Technically Advanced Feature Might Just Be Animojis
Animoji, short for animated emoji, was a focal point of the iPhone X presentation at the Sept. 12 Apple event. The reactions were split, to be sure, as some considered the attention to this feature on a $1,000+ smartphone to be a bit, well ... too much. As goofy as Animojis may seem at first, the tech behind them is undeniably impressive. In fact, it's possibly the most technically advanced feature of the iPhone X.
How To: Personalize the home screen on a Nokia N97 smartphone
Learn how to personalize the home screen: add widgets and applications, and your favourite contacts to the home screen. It's an easy process. And this clip will teach you everything you need to know. For all of the details, including complete, step-by-step instructions, watch this brief, official N97 owner's guide from the folks at Nokia!
How To: Make your Facebook profile less public
In this video, we learn how to make your Facebook profile less public. First, log onto your Facebook account, then go to your privacy settings. Through there, go to search and choose who you want to allow to search for you on your site. After this, save your settings and move on to the other sections to change more privacy settings. If you do not want people that aren't your friends to see your information or to be able to search for you on Google, this is a great way to go. Making your infor...
Blackphone: The Answer to NSA Snooping
Every day it seems like new information comes to light about how the National Security Agency creeps into our lives. Knowing that they can backdoor into our seemingly private devices is a scary thought, whether you have information to hide or not.
How To: Make a BlackBerry discoverable to other Bluetooth devices
Learn how to make your BlackBerry phone visible to other Bluetooth-enabled devices. This clip will show you how it's done. Whether you're the proud owner of a BlackBerry smartphone or are merely considering picking one up, you're sure to be well served by this video guide. For detailed information, including step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Use Swype to text on an Android WVGA enabled phone
In this tutorial, learn all about Swype. Swype is a new program available for your Android phone that will allow you to text in half the time. By not ever taking your fingers off the keypad, you can type at lightening speeds. Swype is perfect for the lazy guy in a hurry. Check out this clip and get started on your WVGA enabled Droid.
How To: Use FaceTime over 3G on the iPhone 4 using Fring
Fring is an app availble through the Apple store which will let you use your iPhone 4 to conduct FaceTime video chats over 3G. You can also use Skype or other chat programs with Fring. Make sure you pay attention to how much data you're using, it's easy to go over!
News: Manscaped's Brand Hype Grows into Augmented Reality via Snapchat Lens
If you're a man and subscribe to podcasts or YouTube channels that cater to masculine interests, then you've almost certainly encountered sponsorships from Manscaped. And that means I don't have to explain what the company is selling you (for the uninitiated, it's a company dedicated to helping you trim your body hair—most notably, your nether regions, in addition to other areas).
News: Apple & Tim Cook Back Civil Rights Augmented Reality Experience & Tech Education in Alabama
As a native of Alabama, Apple CEO Tim Cook has a special place in his heart for the state. He also empathizes with the struggles that African-Americans have historically faced in the state, particularly during the 1950s and '60s civil rights era.
How To: Create an iPhone or Android App without knowing any code for free
You need an app to be competitive, but you don't know any code. Don't let that stop you. Watch this video and learn about buzztouch a website that will make your app for you. Expand your presence with an app in the App Store or Android Market.
News: New Google App Locates Chilean Earthquake Victims
Wow, what can't Google do? Check out the winter Olympics, ride the Trans-Siberian railway, explore the world's largest airplane graveyard, and now, locate Chilean earthquake victims.
How To: Convert Microsoft clipart (wmf) graphics
In this video tutorial we look at how to quickly and easily convert a file using the great free service at www.Media-Convert.com
How To: This Powerful Deep Dive into Linux Could Change Your Life
Linux has been one of the most popular desktop operating systems for nearly three decades, ranking fourth in the world behind Windows, macOS, and Google's Chrome OS. The open-source operating system is loved for its quick, powerful, text-based interface and efficient communication tools.
News: Aryzon Joins the Race to Be the Cardboard of AR
Another entrant — Aryzon — has joined the competition to be crowned as the "Cardboard of AR." The Netherlands-based startup launched their Kickstarter campaign Monday (May 29) and the campaign has already surpassed its funding goal. The company expects to ship units to backers in September.
How To: Manage contacts on a LG KF700 Virgo mobile phone
The LG KF700 Virgo is designed to maximize convenience, enjoyment and productivity, LG’s advanced UI brings new meaning to the word convenience. The KF700 is the only place to get hands-on experience with the magic of its touch as you control your mobile life with simple gestures.
Exclusive: Meta Company Patent Lawsuit Takes New Turn as Plaintiff Asks Court for Injunction
Months after Next Reality broke the story surrounding the financial troubles at Meta Company, there's a new update in the company's ongoing patent lawsuit.
How To: Create a WordPress sidebar widget that displays links by category
In this clip, learn how to create a smart sidebar WordPress widget to display your links. Every version of WordPress brings with it new features, new functions and new ways of doing things. Fortunately, the very same technology that allows an open-source blog publishing application like WordPress to exist in the first place also makes it easy for its users to share information about the abovesaid things through videos like this one. Take a look.
Market Reality: Techstars Sees Easing the Cognitive Load as Killer AR App for Enterprise & Consumers
When a firm like Techstars believes that augmented reality is an attractive industry to invest in, there's a high probability that it's right.
How To: Install GAIM instant messager on Ubuntu Linux
A quick primer on how to use Gaim with Ubuntu Linux to instant message.
How To: Send an email, PIN or SMS message on a BlackBerry phone
Learn how to use the various messaging features available on a BlackBerry phone. This clip will show you how it's done. Whether you're the proud owner of a BlackBerry smartphone or are merely considering picking one up, you're sure to be well served by this video guide. For detailed information, including step-by-step instructions, take a look.
News: USA Today Teams Up with 8th Wall to Launch AR Basketball Game for March Madness
Just as the NCAA men's basketball tournament is set to start later this month, USA Today has decided to trot out an augmented reality mini-basketball game to promote its bracket competition.
How To: Root the Droid Bionic using a Mac or Linux computer
You have a brand new Droid Bionic smartphone, but you can only find guides on how to root it with a PC. Never fear, for this guide is here! This will walk you through the process of rooting your Motorola Android smartphone on a Mac or Linux computer.
How To: Improve SEO for your website (search engine optimization tips)
Everyone who owns or runs a website needs to know how they can improve traffic, and search engine optimization is the answer. This 13-part video series on SEO basics and strategies will give you more traffic for your site. It's jam-packed full of tons of great SEO tips! Check out each video in the series:
How To: Send and receive photos between two iPhones
Just take an amazing photo with your iPhone? Want to share it with a fellow iPhone user? Who wouldn't? Learn how to send and receive photos between two iPhones with help from this tutorial. Learn everything you need to know about sending and receiving photos right here.
News: Thinking of Ditching MoviePass? Directly Compare Movie Ticket Subscriptions with This Chart
It's no secret that MoviePass is a shell of the service it once was. The primary $9.95/month plan for three movies each month is inconsistent and can change drastically depending on your location. Thankfully, MoviePass isn't the only movie ticket subscription service available. We've compared all the best plans on the market to help you find the one that's right for you.
Market Reality: AR Display Companies Cash in as Apple Acquires Akonia & Avegant Closes $12M in Funding
For the augmented reality hardware industry to progress towards the consumer segment, display technology needs to get better. Investors recognize that, and they are showing AR display makers the money.
How To: Take fantastic scenery/landscape photos with an iPhone
There's no need to lug a big, heavy camera around all day when you have a perfectly good one already sitting in your pocket. In this tutorial, learn how to set up your iPhone so that you can capture high quality landscape shots. If you find yourself staring at a beautiful sunset with no camera in sight, just reach for your phone and follow these easy tips to get a great snap. No one will even be able to tell you used a cell phone if you do it right, so give it a try tonight!
How To: Publish your podcast through iTunes
After you’ve uploaded your XML and audio files, then your podcast is, technically speaking, available for anyone to subscribe to. Just like if you had a URL for a web page, you could just type it in to your web browser to get there, you can use iTunes to get to your podcast with just a URL.