In the list below, we will talk about both the native as well as web-based solutions to get things done. 1. VLC Media Player VLC is one of the popular media players among millions of users. And even though the app looks simple with a blank play­ing screen and some but­tons, it’s much more. Apart from playing almost all audio and video files, VLC has some neat tricks up its sleeves, and one of them includes easily converting videos to audio files....

In this post, we’ll be talking about a couple of these exciting new things that have just made their way onto the platform. And we’ll also take a look at some lesser-known features that you might not have heard of. Let’s jump right into it and take a look at some of those amazing YouTube features. 1. AR Beauty Tool Augmented reality is making its way into everything these days....

Formatting the PC to reinstall Windows 10 was the only option left, however, the time it takes to back up the files, install Windows 10 and reconfigure it for my official needs was holding me back. When I talked about the issue to our Senior Editor on Guiding Tech, Chaitanya, he told me to try Vivaldi browser that runs on the Chromium engine. Considering all tools and extensions of Chrome would work on Vivaldi, was enough for me to give it a shot....

Without doubt, YouTube provides the best features that are necessary in an online video portal but nothing is perfect. Today I will talk about 5 Chrome add-ons that provide some much needed enhancements to the video viewing experience on YouTube. Lets have a look at them. Picture-In-Picture for YouTube Picture-In-Picture (UPDATE: Picture In Picture is no longer available. Use Panel Tabs extension instead) is one of my favorite chrome extensions for YouTube....

But now, times have changed and we can rely on our smartphones for almost anything short of brewing us our morning coffee. So leave the sword and shield at home; there are many personal finance apps available that you can easily use to manage your monthly budget instead. Here are 6 of our favorite budgeting and personal finance apps you can install on your smartphones in order to keep check on your money right from your pockets....

Microsoft Photos is a multifaceted media app that lets you handle a whole bunch of image and video-related functionalities on your Windows computer. The Import feature is my favorite. You can neatly import all or some selected pictures from a smartphone or camera with the click of a button. Of course, you must connect those devices using a compatible USB cable with a computer. A week ago, the Photos app suddenly stopped importing photos from my iPhone on my Windows 10 laptop, and that got me started to look for solutions to fix that snag....

So if you are on the lookout for a leather strap for your Apple Watch Series 6 smartwatch, you have come to the right place. Here, we have curated a list of the best options out there. Let’s get started. But first, Planing to buy the iPhone 12? Here are the best clear casesHere are the best 4k monitors with Thunderbolt 3 ports 1. Ouheng Sweatproof Hybrid Band Size: 44 mm Surely enough, the double stitches running along the length of the straps add to the looks of the strap....

The good thing about the above setup is that you needn’t use any adapters. You need to connect both your laptop and the monitor via the said cable, and that’s about it. This arrangement makes it extremely easy to switch between the laptop-only mode and the conventional monitor setup. What’s more, these wires are extremely portable and can just be wound up and carried along with your laptop. Sounds great, right?...

Now, moving around the worksheet from one cell to the other or selecting one or more cells is not as easy as it appears. Most people use the mouse and that takes a lot of time and effort. Ask any Excel expert worth his salt and he will tell you that the first step of mastering excel is to use the keyboard as much as you can in order to save time....

So, if you are looking to buy a gaming mouse this holiday season, have a look at the compilation below. These mice are touted to have the right balance of specs, performance, and price. And to help you pick a better one, we are including the wireless as well as wired options. What are we waiting for? Let’s get started. But before that, Here are the best FreeSync gaming monitors under $200Laggy Bluetooth?...

A buggy Google App build for Android was crashing for a lot of folks. And if it continues to crash even after updating the app, it’s time to fix it. 1. Reboot Your Android Phone This is one of the basic methods to fix small issues on Android phones. Most Android phones have a reboot/restart function hidden in the power button. Long-press on the power button and select the Restart option to reboot the phone....

While Instagram provides a bunch of features to enhance your images, your device camera is also pretty good. Especially if you own a Samsung phone. You can play with a number of settings to take Instagram-worthy pictures. Without wasting time, let’s check the cool Samsung camera settings to click Instagram-ready photos. 1. Add Filter and Effects Instagram is known for its filters. However, you can only add them after capturing an image....

There is no need to panic, as sound issues on Windows usually occur due to misconfigured settings or malfunctioning drivers rather than faulty hardware. Whatever the reason be, this guide should help you fix all of those sound issues on Windows 11 with ease. So, let’s check it out. 1. Check Volume You can start by checking the volume on your Windows 11. It might sound obvious, but it’s worthwhile to check it before moving on to other solutions....

After my Nexus 4 was stolen, I decided to do an “experiment” and used a dumb phone for a couple of days and then went ahead without a phone for a few more. My almost non-existent social life and the availability of Wi-Fi at all places other than the road got me through those 10 odd days. For you, it might be different. You’re already sad and angry about what happened....

Somewhere around the last quarter of 2012, the Facebook app got a major update which gave Android users some improved app performance. However, still when it comes to Android tablets, the experience is pathetic. Sometime I just wasn’t to slam the door of the Facebook development office and shout out loud, “Is this the best you guys could do?”. For those of you who don’t own a tablet, here’s something that you might want to know....

Before you try restoring the Noise Cancellation feature, verify that your AirPods Pro is authentic/original. If you bought it from an authorized local Apple Store or Apple’s official online store, you have nothing to worry about; your AirPods Pro is most definitely authentic. If, on the other hand, you bought your from a third-party (non-Apple) store, be sure you were given an authentic unit. This is necessary because from personal experiments and online reviews, Noise Cancellation doesn’t work with fake or counterfeit AirPods Pro’s....

Same was the thing with VPN service names Hola. While Hola provides a free and easy way to connect to VPN, users found that it was stealing your bandwidth at the same time. But as a human, I must admit that happiness lies in free stuff and with some non-obstructive ads and limited features, these services can sustain. Now, to prove me right, I would like to introduce you to Betternet, a free VPN service you can use on your Android....

So I’ve compiled those recommended checks and solutions to help anyone facing a similar problem with the Fire TV Stick. There are varying reasons why your TV might fail to recognize the Fire TV Stick. The problem could stem from the streaming stick, the TV, the ports, and the accessories. We expand on the likely problems and solutions in the next section. Check them out. Note: The solutions listed in this guide apply to the basic Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Stick 4K, and the Fire TV Stick Lite....

TweetDeck . There are some other good clients out there too. But for some reason, I could never come to like of them. I always relied on a web based client like HootSuite or Twitter’s own online interface which isn’t bad either. That was until I tried Twitter’s Mac App . I’ve fallen in love with it and haven’t bothered to look elsewhere since then for my tweeting needs. Twitter’s Mac App has a lot of neat features, one of them being the ability to add multiple accounts....

Hence, it begets the common question — which smartwatch is better? What are the differences that make the GTR pricier than its counterpart? Well, that’s what we are going to answer in this post today when we compare the Amazfit GTR against the Amazfit GTS. As it’s going to be a long post, let’s get started, shall we? Specs That Matter Design: Which Watch Is ‘More’ Stylish If you care about a beautiful and sleek smartwatch, the Amazefit GTR and the GTS doesn’t disappoint....