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How to Test a Suspicious Link Before Clicking It

We’ve all received strange messages either in emails or via chat apps that claimed to be from friends, family, or familiar businesses, urging us to click a link. Is there a way to check these links without clicking them so you can figure out what’s up? Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3sHn3n9

Tesla Cyberquad for Kids Recalled After an Adult Crashed One

Radio Flyer has recalled the Tesla Cyberquad for Kids it built in partnership with Tesla for failing to meet safety standards. The company will issue full refunds to any buyers. To make matters worse, it looks like this all happened because an adult crashed one. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3SOQCO7

How Wireless EV Charging Works

We’ve all grown pretty used to wireless smartphone charging by now, but what if you could charge an electric car the same way? The technology is currently being developed — pretty soon, all you might need to do to charge your Tesla is park it. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3fktSYI

Apple Gives iCloud Web Interface a Makeover

Apple’s iCloud interface has always been a great backup resource to access anything related to your Apple services. However, its simple design held it back as a primary hub for using things like email, calendars, photos, cloud storage, and applications like Pages and Numbers. But that’s all changing with a new interface. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3NihiFO

Where Does Google Maps Get Its Traffic Data From?

Google Maps is arguably one of the best services to have been created in the internet era. It’s stuffed to the brim with helpful features, including real-time traffic congestion information. Where exactly is Google getting this data from, though? Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3fl3fCX

Apple Watch Walkie-Talkie Not Working? 6 Fixes to Try

Walkie-Talkie is an Apple Watch feature that allows you to chat with others without having to initiate a phone call. Unfortunately, the feature often doesn’t work as advertised. If you’re struggling with the Walkie-Talkie app, you’ll find potential solutions below. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3feUQRu

Apple Watch Won’t Unlock Your Mac? Try These Fixes

Your Apple Watch can automatically unlock your Mac and be used to approve authentication requests across the operating system. Unfortunately, the feature doesn’t always work as advertised. Here are some fixes to try if you’ve run into trouble. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3f7XYOW

Samsung’s Budget Android Tablet Has Never Been Cheaper, Plus More Deals

It’s hard to believe, but it’s officially the final Wednesday of October. As you prepare to venture out in search of candy and other Halloween festivities this weekend, here are some great deals on gadgets you can grab today from Samsung, SanDisk, LG, and more. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3Da0iwV

How To Cook Bacon in an Air Fryer

If you love everything about bacon, and your air fryer just so happens to be your favorite appliance in the kitchen, boy, are you in for a treat! Read This Article on LifeSavvy › https://bit.ly/3DcbRUc

One of Rivian R1T's Most Broken Features Gets a Redesign

The Rivian R1T electric truck has a ton of exciting features, but one that received a lot of negative attention is the powered tonneau bed cover. After months of complaints about faulty or breaking bed covers and promises of a replacement, it looks like Rivian is finally ready to redesign it. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3D4hnIv

New LG Display Pulls Double Duty for Work and Personal Purposes

If you’ve been looking for a 4K display, but can’t decide if it’s for personal use or your home office, the LG Smart Monitor (32SQ780S) may be the solution. This 31.5-inch screen delivers the best of both worlds. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3TyjIm4

DirecTV Will Avoid Disruptions with New SignalSaver Feature

If you’re one of the many considering the switch from traditional cable and satellite TV to streaming apps, DirecTV has a new feature that might make you stick around. It’s called SignalSaver and will help you keep watching your favorite shows, movies, or sports, even during reception issues and disruptions. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3F8xYxE

How to Check Your BIOS Version and Update it

You probably shouldn’t update your BIOS, but sometimes you need to. Here’s how to check what BIOS version your computer is using and flash that new BIOS version onto your motherboard as quickly and safely as possible. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3gyBzuk

How to Check What Graphics Card (GPU) Is in Your PC

All computers have graphics hardware that handles everything from displaying your desktop and decoding videos to rendering demanding PC games. Most modern PCs have graphics processing units (GPUs) made by Intel, NVIDIA, or AMD, but remembering which model you have installed can be difficult. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3yZGpaA

Microsoft Reveals Its Android App Plans for Windows 11

Windows 11 introduced the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA), a way for Android apps to run on top of Windows PCs, usually downloaded through the Amazon Appstore. Microsoft now has a public plan for making the feature even better. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3TAvlse

What Happens if You Eat an Apple Seed?

Some seeds can be a delicious addition to your diet, like pomegranate or sunflower seeds. Have you ever wondered about apple seeds? Read This Article on LifeSavvy › https://bit.ly/3VIqvuL

How to Use the IF Function in Microsoft Excel

Whether you’re grading exams or simply trying to make sense of a spreadsheet full of data, Microsoft Excel’s IF function can help. You can also use an IF function inside of another IF function to run deeper tests, too. We’ll show you how. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3VEPCi3

How to Blur Your Background in Zoom

Do you have yesterday’s laundry piled behind you? Worried about your cluttered office space? No problem. You can easily blur your surroundings during your Zoom meetings with the background blur option on desktop and mobile. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3D6eOag

How to Use Waypoints and Backtrack on an Apple Watch

Find your way back to locations, retrace your footsteps, or set a bearing and follow it with Apple’s redesigned Compass app in watchOS 9. Here’s how waypoints and backtrack work and what you need to use these features. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3TsI8gs

What Is an Audio Crossover?

Crossovers are common features in audio equipment like speakers, but their purpose can seem like a mystery. Whether you’re wondering what the crossover knob on your subwoofer does or whether you should look for a speaker with a specific kind of crossover, here’s everything you need to know. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3D0SBKt

How to Automatically Turn On Wi-Fi on Android

Turning Wi-Fi off when you’re away from frequently-used networks can save some battery life on your Android phone. The annoying thing is you have to remember to turn it back on—or do you? Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3Vrx4BY

Netflix With Ads Arrives Next Month for $7

Starting next month, you’ll be able to enjoy a new Netflix Basic with Ads plan for only $6.99 per month. It’s an affordable option for users, but it’s not all good news. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3CF8SUi

Roku Expands into Smart Home Tech With New Cameras, Lights, and Plugs

Roku, a company best known for streaming media players and smart TVs, is expanding its product offerings to include smart home devices. Today, the company announced a partnership with Wyze and Walmart to sell a suite of products, including security cameras, video doorbells, smart lights, and plugs. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3evYNkb

How to Sum a Column in Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel offers multiple ways to sum the values of a specific column. You can use the status bar, AutoSum, and the SUM function to add up the values in your column. Here’s how to use them. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3MErCYF

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Review: Dynamically the Same

If something isn’t broken, don’t fix it. The saying is true enough but leads to a different issue: if nothing is new, why upgrade? The iPhone 14 Pro is barely different than the 13 Pro. And that’s both great and sad. But if you love Apple, you’ll love the 14 Pro. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3TdCzCw

What Is an Integrated Amplifier?

If you’re shopping for stereo or home theater components, you might have heard the term “integrated amplifier.” While these may sound like a specialized piece of equipment, they’re more common than you may think and have some benefits over regular amplifiers. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3RPofPh

How to Make a Cinnamon Roll in a Mug

You’ve probably heard of mug cakes, but there’s a new microwavable dessert you can try: microwave cinnamon rolls. Read This Article on LifeSavvy › https://bit.ly/3TaIcRB

How to Create Custom Functions in Google Sheets

While Google Sheets provides you with hundreds of functions, it also allows you to create your own. Before, you could only do this using Apps Script. Now, there’s a user-friendly tool in your spreadsheet called Named Functions. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3T6Bo7H

What Is “Watch Only” Mode on a Galaxy Watch? (and How to Use It)

Battery life and notifications are two of the features you might care about the most when it comes to your Samsung Galaxy Watch. Did you know there’s a “Watch Only” mode that can improve both of those areas? Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3CC0aar

How to Use Gmail’s Advanced Search Features & Create Filters

Gmail is a Google platform, so of course, it has powerful search features. But some of Gmail’s search features are hidden and don’t appear in the “Search Options” pane. Learn Gmail’s search tricks to master your massive inbox. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3eavZh7

How to Remove Borders in Microsoft Word

Many elements in a Word document can have borders, whether by default or added by a collaborator. From a page to a text box to a table, we’ll show you how to remove these types of borders in Microsoft Word. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3eexf2C

Leaked Pixel 7 Pro Ad Reveals a New Camera Mode

We’re only a few days away from Google’s Pixel 7 launch event. Still, last-minute leaks taste the sweetest. And thanks to SnoopyTech, we now have leaked advertisements for the Pixel 7, the premium Pixel 7 Pro, and the Pixel Watch. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3CcWISm

How to Make Custom iPhone Wallpapers (No App Required)

Changing your iPhone lock screen and home screen wallpaper is probably the most effective way of making your phone look and feel unique. Now you can take your wallpaper to the next level by creating or modifying your own designs in just a few taps—no app required. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3dV9xIV

How to Use Your Apple Watch’s Hidden Web Browser (and Why You Shouldn’t)

The Apple Watch might not feature Safari in its list of apps, but the browser is indeed there, just waiting to render web pages. While browsing your favorite websites from your wrist may seem convenient, some hurdles still exist. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3SMKVk1

How to Calculate Workdays With a Function in Microsoft Excel

With Microsoft Excel’s NETWORKDAYS function, you can count the number of workdays that fall between two specified dates. This function excludes Saturdays, Sundays, and optionally the specified holidays. We’ll show you how to use it. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3CqLXNz