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As the famous saying goes: “smart people back up”. OK, we just made that up, but it should be a famous saying, and it’s very much the right thing to do. So here’s how to back up your iPhone and/or iPad. Our advice is to back up your Apple devices today, and keep doing so – automatically to iCloud and/or regularly to your Mac or PC. Many devices fail every single day, often without warning. Don’t let your data be consigned to oblivion when there’s really no need. This is especially important if you run beta software. There’s loads of…
Are you searching for the top free VPN services? You’re in the right place — we’ve compiled a list of some of the best options available. While many VPN providers charge for their services, there are also several excellent free choices out there. In this guide, we’ll focus on those free options and highlight what they have to offer. A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a useful tool that allows you to browse the internet securely and anonymously. Whether you’re streaming on Netflix and other services, watching live sports, or just surfing the web, a VPN can help protect your…
Setting up my soundbar was relatively straightforward: I simply connected it to the TV via Bluetooth, and it worked right away. However, to achieve the best sound, I found that it needed to be optimized to suit my TV—and one setting is especially crucial. The One Setting That’s Affecting Your Soundbar Audio Quality Jack Mitchell/MakeUseOf Soundbars typically support various audio formats, so if your TV sends a signal that the soundbar doesn’t handle well, it can cause issues such as latency (a lag in sound and dialogue), missing sound effects, or poor audio quality. It can also cause improper decoding…
Spotify Discover Weekly always drops fresh tunes each Monday, but what if your music picks could get even better? With a simple free app, you can make Spotify’s recommendations a lot smarter, turning your weekly playlist into your own personal music radar. Boost Spotify’s Discover Weekly With Last.fm Scrobbling Discover Weekly already delivers good recommendations, but connecting Last.fm to your Spotify account takes music discovery to another level. Last.fm scrobbles (logs/tracks) everything you play on Spotify and other supported music streaming platforms. When you create a Last.fm account and connect it to Spotify, scrobbling everything you play, you’ll not only…
Budgeting for a physical media collection is so much simpler when you know where to find the best deals, because they’re not always the best in stores. Instead, you have to look between the buildings of your community. 5 Stick to Blu-ray and DVDs I love the sharpness and resolution of 4K as much as the next person, but it isn’t life-changing. That’s why when I’m on the hunt for physical media, I target Blu-rays and DVDs. The price gap between DVDs and 4K isn’t worth the investment, but I’d argue Blu-ray has better value. 4K UHD looks great, but…
Introduction Are you one of the small portion of petrolheads that refuse to put the whole “electrification means the death of combustion” argument in the rear view mirror? Have a blast in the latest 911 GTS. Porsche’s new T-Hybrid powerplant will soon change your mind. OK, so one of the world’s most recognisable sports cars isn’t actually ditching petrol for protons entirely just yet. Porsche’s familiar flat-six engine has instead been mated with a single turbocharger – rather than the two seen on the last-gen model – that slots an electric motor between its compressor and turbine. The resulting extra…
Want to enjoy streaming TV and movies while keeping your personal data to yourself? You do not have to trade privacy for great entertainment. These apps and devices help you keep your habits private every time you stream. Stremio stands out as a privacy-focused streaming app that puts privacy back in your hands. This open-source media center operates differently from traditional streaming services by using add-ons to discover content from various sources across the web. What I particularly find unique about Stremio is its transparent approach. The entire codebase is available on GitHub, meaning security researchers can audit the software…
I’m always on the lookout for a new streaming service I can roll into my rotation, but to be on that list, it has to be worth my time and money. So, when I’m judging a streaming platform—and I judge with extreme prejudice—these are my demands. 7 When Navigation isn’t Tedious Starting with one of the most defining factors of a good streaming service: navigation. If the UI makes it frustrating to get around, it isn’t a streaming service worth paying for, plain and simple. Something as nagging as a weird side menu transition can affect my chances of returning.…
With just a couple of platforms dominating the streaming service pie, it’s hard to see the smaller pieces in between. But if you push away well-known names like Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu, you’ll find streaming services that deserve more love, with even better movies and shows just waiting to be uncovered. 9 Plex’s Free Content If it’s been a while since you’ve used Plex, it’s changed in a big way: Plex now has content. It’s completely free, but ad-supported. Free services have to keep the lights on somehow, right? My kneejerk reaction was that it would make it harder to…
I’ve used Spotify for years and have it configured to deliver the ultimate level of quality and best performance possible—and this is how you can do it, too. Boost Audio Quality to Maximum Spotify can automatically adjust audio quality based on your internet connection, meaning you might not always get the best sound experience possible. To enjoy Spotify at its highest fidelity, especially if you’re using quality headphones or speakers, change your settings to the maximum available quality. It’s a simple tweak, too, on either your desktop or mobile device. On Windows/macOS: Head to Settings > Playback > Audio Quality,…