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According to Dell, the Latitude 5000 series is its most popular PC, so it would provide the largest impact when using sustainable and recycled elements, which feeds into Dell’s goal to significantly reduce its environmental impact by 2030. A short breakdown from Dell goes over many of the Latitude 5000 series’ sustainable components, which include reclaimed carbon fiber and using a larger amount of ocean plastics than before. The “feet” of the laptops are also being made from a renewable rubber substitute made from castor bean oil....

The program itself is clutter-free and supports a number of features, all of which you’d expect from a program like this. More About Driver Talent Driver Talent is a feature-rich driver updater that even lets you reinstall drivers that don’t have an update, something that can really be helpful if you’re trying to solve a driver issue. Here are some other facts: Finds drivers for Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP, as well as Windows Server You can see an updated driver’s version number, file size, and release date to make sure you’re getting a genuine update Before updating a driver, you can choose a different version than the most recent one if you’d like to install a specific version of that driver instead of the most recently released one Driver Talent can reinstall any installed driver even if it doesn’t require an update Peripheral devices that are misbehaving can be corrected through the Peripheral Drivers tab Use Driver Talent for Network Card to install an offline version of Driver Talent that includes network drivers, which is useful if you don’t have the network driver needed to install updates You can adjust the maximum download speed to save bandwidth...

Moving vs. Copying That works fine when you want to duplicate a file in the same folder as the original, but what if you want to copy the file to another folder on the same drive? ​If you select the file or folder and drag it to another location on the same drive, the item is moved, not copied. When you need a copy in another location, make use of the Finder’s copy and paste capabilities....

EVE Online is the kind of online roleplaying game that everyone seems to know about, but haven’t actually played it. It’s been jokingly referred to as a ‘spreadsheet simulator’ for a reason, after all, which isn’t all that farfetched as many players use spreadsheets to keep track of the intense volumes of data the game throws at them. And soon, that data collection will be made easier, as CCP Games has announced a partnership with Microsoft for Excel support....

If you like to keep up on your football/soccer games, FIFA’s new FIFA+ streaming platform might make that a little easier for you. According to FIFA’s press release, the service will provide streams of thousands of games throughout 2022, along with many added bonuses. So what do you actually get with FIFA+? Assuming it makes good on its promises, you’ll have access to thousands of live games throughout the year, as well as FIFA’s entire archive of Men’s and Women’s World Cup footage....

Catching up: Other services like HBO Max, Netflix, and Hulu already support multiple profiles on one account, so it’s really about time Prime Video did the same. How it works: There will always be one default primary profile, while additional profiles made for either adults or kids will exist under the same account. Movie and TV show recommendations, season progress, and watchlists will be based on individual profile activity, so people rewatching Game of Thrones won’t see someone else’s deep dive into Doctor Who....

If you’ve ever wished to use Google (or any of its other services) directly from your iPhone’s lock screen, you’re in luck. Google just announced it is adding lock screen widgets to many apps that will take advantage of the new iOS 16 feature. It won’t just be for Google searches, either, though you will have the option of checking the internet via text, voice, or camera without unlocking your phone....

Google is looking to change that, however, and the company’s opening salvo is a major update to its built-in password manager. This update brings many improvements to the service, including grouping multiple passwords for the same sites or apps together in one field. There has also been a spate of improvements to the Android version of the password manager, as it now looks and feels the same as its Chrome-based counterpart, and settings automatically transfer between the two....

The app won’t install or launchSky Map is pointing in the wrong directionThe app isn’t identifying any stars or constellations at all While these issues can be frustrating, a straightforward fix will usually get Google Sky Map working correctly again. Cause of Google Sky Map Not Working Google Sky Map was created in 2007 but has received many updates since then. However, since there are so many varieties of Android devices, many issues cause the app not to work correctly....

With Facebook skewing toward older users, what are the social networking and messaging services drawing younger people? Here’s a look at the top social app trends for teens. Snapchat isn’t just a media-sharing app. You can even use it to send money to your friends. Privacy, sexting, and screenshot saving have posed some issues for Snapchat, but it remains one of the hottest apps with teens. While Instagram is primarily used as an app on iOS and Android devices, it’s also possible to view your account via a web browser....

How Does Fitbit Calculate Calories Burned? Calories are calculated using a variety of data provided by the user and information collected by the Fitbit tracker. Here’s what Fitbit uses to measure your daily calorie burn. Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) Your BMR, or basal metabolic rate, is an estimate of how much energy your body uses while at rest, or when not performing any extraneous activity such as playing sports or running....

The roaming situation changes when you travel internationally. Roaming charges can mount up quickly. If you’re a Verizon customer, understand the carrier’s roaming policy to prevent surprise roaming charges when you travel outside the United States. Domestic Roaming Charges Domestic wireless roaming is free on all nationwide Verizon plans. That means your mobile device can connect to a non-Verizon network in the United States, U.S. Virgin Islands, or Puerto Rico at no additional cost....

How to Adjust the Brightness in the Control Center The iPad Control Center is a convenient way to adjust several settings regardless of which app you have open. Here’s how to use it: How to Adjust the Brightness in Settings You can also adjust the iPad’s brightness through the Settings app. Here’s how: How to Use Night Shift The Display & Brightness setting provides access to the Night Shift feature. While Night Shift is activated, the color spectrum of the iPad shifts to limit blue light to help you get a better night’s sleep after using your iPad....

Backing Up iPhone 5 to iCloud Backing up to iCloud is the easiest way to back up your iPhone 5, but here are a couple of things you need to consider before using iCloud for backups: iCloud only offers 5 GB of free cloud storage. If you need more than 5 GB, upgrade your storage plan for a fee and subscribe for more storage space. 50 GB costs $0.99 per month, and more space is available for a higher fee....

Like any cloud-based service, iCloud is susceptible not only to local server-based problems that can cause brief outage issues but also to wide-area interconnect problems that can cause it to be unavailable when you need it the most. These types of problems can be beyond Apple’s control. They can involve your local ISP, network gateways and routers, Internet connections, peering points, and half a dozen other points of failure that can occur between you and the Apple cloud servers....

How Do I Stop Spam Calls Permanently? Unfortunately, permanently stopping spam calls is not possible. New numbers may always be able to get through, or in some cases, the call blocking only works for a certain amount of time. The best way to mitigate your exposure to telemarketers and spam callers is to limit how often you give out your number to third parties. However, there are a few different ways to stop or block spam calls on Android devices for an extended time....

How to Change Android Notification Sounds Notification sounds are just one of many ways you can customize your Android, and each version of Android refines the process. Your Android has a setting for the default notification sound for all apps; you can also change sounds app by app. Here’s how to change the default sound, and how to change the notification sounds for Google Messages, Gmail, and the Phone app....

How to Change the Wallpaper on your iPhone Start by finding the image you want to use on your iPhone. You can use a wallpaper that came pre-installed on the iPhone, any image in your Photos app, or a picture you took with the camera. Here’s what to do: If you set the image as wallpaper for the Home screen, press the Home button (or swipe up from the bottom of the scree on iPhone X and newer), and you’ll see it beneath your apps....

How to Check AirPods Battery Life Using the Case In the same way you initially paired your AirPods to your iPhone, lifting the lid of the AirPod case brings up a display on the phone that shows the battery life for each AirPod and the case. How to See AirPod Battery Life From the Lock Screen You can also check the AirPods battery life from the Lock screen widget. Using the widget shows both the AirPods and the case, depending on which of the items are within range....

How Do You Clean Keycaps? As keycaps are essentially just plastic, you can be much more thorough while cleaning them than you would with the mechanical keyboard base. Some people prefer to wash keycaps with dishwashing liquid and a brush while others like to soak them in a bowl of soapy water. Cleaning wipes can also be used though make sure not to use any cleaning liquids containing acids or bleach as this can change the color of the keys and remove the lettering....