Check If Local Stores Are Open Using Google Home or Assistant
Rather than rush out only to find a store (or restaurant) is already closed, you can check with Google to make sure it's still open -- just by asking a question out loud.
How to Set Up Multiple Users on Google Home
In April, Google finally introduced multi-user support and it's way better than how the Amazon Echo supports multiple accounts.
How to Get 2% Off of All Amazon Prime Purchases Right Now
Amazon recently launched a new program for Prime members which makes it possible to save 2 percent on all purchases.
How to Save Battery in iOS With This Low Power Mode Trick
While your phone will prompt you to turn low power mode on once your battery hits 20 percent, there's no reason to wait that long when you can just do this instead.
How to Create Spotify Playlists With Friends on Facebook Messenger
Spotify now allows you to create collaborative playlists directly in the Facebook Messenger app.
Do This Now to Keep Your Location Hidden in Snapchat's Snap Map
Snapchat's latest feature can be a bit of a security and privacy nightmare. Here's what you need to know and how to protect yourself.
Wikipedia's Mobile App Is the Travel Companion You Didn't Know You Needed
There's a lesser-known use for the online encyclopedia: as a way to discover interesting locations and nearby landmarks that you should visit.
4 Ways to Send Direct Messages on Instagram
You've been able to send direct messages on Instagram for a while now, but did you know that there are four different ways you can do it?
How to Block People From Calling You Through Alexa
The Amazon Echo has long had a serious flaw: the inability to block incoming calls or messages. Luckily, a recent update to the Alexa app takes care of that.
How to Always Open Online PDFs in the PDF Viewer of Your Choice
If you hate reading PDFs directly in your browser, here are the steps you can take to make sure all future PDFs open in whatever PDF viewing app you want to use.
How to Remove "Most Used Apps" From Windows 10 Start Menu
If you want to reclaim screen space in the Start Menu, one thing you can do is disable the Most Used Apps list or remove individual apps from the list.
This Nifty Windows 10 Trick Frees Up Disk Space
If you're running short of space on your main drive, you can shift apps and media to an external storage device and free up some much needed space.
How to Use Different Wallpapers for Each Monitor in Windows 10
If you have two monitors and you're on Windows 10, you should consider setting a different wallpaper for each screen.
How to Disable Microsoft Edge's Prompt for Saving Downloads
If you always save your downloads in the same folder, the Microsoft Edge prompt that asks what to do with downloads can get a bit annoying.
How to Update Shared Files on Dropbox Without Breaking Links
Dropbox makes it very easy to replace or update files that you've already shared without breaking the link.
Microsoft's Immersive Reader Helps You Read More Effectively
Microsoft's Immersive Reader is a little-known learning tool that can help with common learning disabilities like dyslexia.
These Popular Apps Support Night Mode on iOS
Not all iOS apps offer night mode, but the important ones do. Since night mode can work wonders for your eyes and your sleep, you should use it whenever you can.
10 Simple Spotify Tips You Really Need to Know
Spotify is one of the best music streaming services around. But here are 10 simple Spotify tips you may not know about, which will make Spotify better than ever.
Experience How Terrible the Web Could Be Without Net Neutrality
Net neutrality might be going away, and this Chrome extension shows just how bad that rollback could be. The internet might never be the same again.
How to Ask Alexa Questions in Your Browser (Even If You Don't Have an Echo)
Did you know you can ask questions to Alexa from right inside your browser? This is an excellent way to perform remote actions, among other benefits.