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If you’re a concerned parent who is yet to get your child a smartphone, or you’re a parent dealing with the tangled web of various parental controls – you are not alone. Now HMD – the maker of Nokia phones – has debuted the HMD Fuse, designed to be easy to manage for parents. Crucially, the Fuse is a smartphone rather than a dumb phone, so the child can get access to all the key apps they’ll want. Parents can install a partner app on their own smartphone (iOS or Android) which enables them to set time limits, block apps…

It’s always been easy to mirror an Android phone or Windows PC to an Android TV, but now iPhone, iPad, and even Mac users can enjoy the same convenience. Best of all, there’s no need for third-party apps or complicated workarounds—AirPlay now works natively on Google TV and Android TV. Enabling AirPlay on Google TV or Android TV For years, one of the biggest frustrations for iPhone users with an Android TV or Google TV was the lack of AirPlay support. That limitation is now starting to fade. Many newer Google TV and Android TV models now support AirPlay, so…

Netflix makes itself harder to love amidst rising subscription costs, multiple tiers, second-season cancellations, and account-sharing crackdowns. The problems seem to be getting worse each day. But even so, I’m not ready to cancel my subscription, and won’t be for some time. 5 The Exclusive Content Is Hard to Beat Netflix started streaming in 2007, and heavily relied on licensing content from existing networks and studios like Disney, Warner Bros., and Sony to fill its library. After it racked up the subscriptions, it transitioned into producing its own content, with the first one being House of Cards, released in 2013.…

There are countless TV shows with a Rotten Tomatoes score of under 30%. Guess what? Some of them aren’t nearly as bad as you might expect. 6 What Makes a “Rotten” Tomato? Rotten Tomatoes When a new TV show or film comes out, it isn’t long before the website Rotten Tomatoes gets to work and assigns it a rating. Called the Tomatometer, this score is based on a consensus of professional critics’ reviews and represents the percentage of reviewers who liked the content. If something receives a score of 60% or higher, it’s considered “Fresh” and is awarded a bright,…

James Gunn’s Superman reboot featuring David Corenswet is upon us, and legions of fans are feeling the buzz. From the excited response to its goofy yet colourful trailer to the welcomed course correction from the DC Extended Universe’s disastrous missteps, the reception and box office receipts for this suped-up spectacle have set the franchise up in good stead now that it’s available to buy or rent from streaming service stores. With a list of actors playing the live-action Big Blue Boy Scout as long as that iconic red cape, Supes has a colourful history, so let’s take a trip down…

Netflix has been slowly turning into an anime goldmine with some of the biggest and most popular hits in the genre. If you’re wondering where to start, consider some of these. 7 Haikyuu! Watch Haikyuu! on Netflix Haikyuu! is one of those perfect gateway anime that gets you hooked before you know it. The story follows Hinata Shoyo, a short but determined high school student who dreams of becoming a great volleyball player. The premise is quite simple, but Hinata’s constant struggle against taller players and determination to come out ahead beat some of the best sports movies I’ve seen.…

After ten series and several spin-offs, the Apple Watch is now the smartwatch equivalent of a TV box set. But when it comes to choosing the best Apple Watch for you, it’s not as simple as starting with the latest episode. From connected apps to fitness tracking to contactless payments, every recent Apple Watch has the smarts to embarrass traditional timepieces. But there are also important differences between each edition. They don’t all share the same screen size, dimensions or sensor setup, for starters. There are GPS sports watch-type features, too. And the price varies considerably depending on which ticker…

We fall in love with our ideas rather quickly. Creative wisdom tells us to kill your darlings, i.e., throw away the first obvious ideas. Now, I am trying something different. I am using these five prompt types as a no-nonsense sparring partner. Have fun with your own thinking and reasoning prompts. Also, remember to use this AI Prompting Formula to give AI all the help it needs. The prompts below are examples you can use to develop detailed ones of your own. 1 Play the Devil’s Advocate We can get glued emotionally to our ideas. It gets tough to see…

We often hear about the great soundtracks of blockbuster films. However, there are also soundtracks to lesser-known films that sometimes surpass those scores in artistry. 6 The Last American Virgin (1982) This 1980s film follows a group of high school friends as they navigate their way through awkward body changes, relationships, and the quest to lose their virginity. Although it was rightly marketed as a teen comedy, The Last American Virgin concludes with one of the most emotionally serious endings for a film of its era. What elevates that powerful ending and the film’s sometimes choppy dialogue is its soundtrack,…

If your soundbar is cutting out, try these changes before you replace it—it’s much easier and cheaper than buying a new one! 7 Reseat or Swap Out the Cables A surprising number of audio problems come down to the cables. Loose or poor-quality HDMI or optical connections can interrupt the signal, causing sound to cut in and out. Even if the cables look fine, it’s worth disconnecting and firmly reseating them to ensure they’re properly plugged in. Image by Oluwademilade Oluwademilade Afolabi/MakeUseOf If the problem persists, consider upgrading to a new cable. For HDMI ARC or eARC, certified high-speed HDMI…