There are several ways to prevent Google Chrome from launching a file in its default program once it finishes downloading to your PC or Mac. You can either reconfigure the browser to stop it from launching a certain file type, clear all auto-open download preferences, or use Guest mode to override profile-specific download settings. Let’s check them out. 1. Stop File Type From Opening Automatically Chrome’s download shelf lets you automatically launch files by type as soon as they’ve finished downloading locally....

Vine is a unique video app based on a very clever idea: Shooting videos of just six seconds that can then be shared with the world . It seems now though, that more and more users are realizing how fun and addictive Vine can be, which has turned this already popular app into a real phenomenon that is inspiring new web services and tools just based on it. Let’s take a look at the ones that really let you take full advantage of every Vine video you come across or that you shoot yourself on your iPhone....

But if you own a Samsung Galaxy S7, there are 3 specific apps that you must install and try on the device to increase its feature and performance. These apps are designed for Samsung devices and I am sure you will love the feature enhancements it will bring in. So let’s have a look. 1. App Lock: Fingerprint&Password App Lock: Fingerprint&Password is one of the most important you must install on your Samsung Galaxy S7....

This is where Morse code comes into the picture. It was initially designed for communicating over long distances using dots and dash over electrical lines back in the 1800s. Nowadays, it is seeing a resurgence in the form of assistive technology. For example, blind people can easily type using dots and dash but using a QWERTY keyboard can be challenging for them. Seeing the potential of the Morse code, Google recently launched a Morse code crash course that promises to teach this language in one hour....

So if your house has a majority of Google Home devices, here are the best smart locks that you can invest in. But first, Take a look at these cool outdoor smart lightsSmarten up your front door with these nifty peephole cameras 1. Wyze Lock WiFi & Bluetooth Enabled Smart Door Lock The highlight of this Wyze smart lock is its quiet mechanism. At the same time, setting it up is a piece of cake, just like any Wyze device....

But at some point, they have to put on their big boy pants and think about revenue. And each developer deals with it differently. Some do it well, some don’t. ES belongs to the latter category. Over the last couple of months, ES has been changing steadily. It started with a half-assed, not really sensible Material Design coat of paint. Then some interface changes, and finally the obvious – a built in “cleaner utility” (read: bloatware) and spam notifications....

Cool tip: Learn about how to improve the security on your Apple devices. Read along to learn about the most glaring of these misunderstandings so you can avoid them and have a much more pleasant experience using your iPhone or your Mac. Ready? Let’s get started. 1. Photos in Photo Stream Are Not Locally Stored This is perhaps one of the most common misunderstandings among new users of iOS devices....

Considering that, let’s use this entry to find out about a few really cool features that you can enable using the Terminal app to supercharge your productivity on your Mac. Note: If you are unfamiliar with Terminal, here’s a great article on how to get started with this incredibly useful Mac tool. Ready? Here you have them. 1. Select Text Right From the QuickLook Preview Window I’m sure this has happened to you before: There’s a text file or document that has some important information you need, so you scroll through several ones using QuickLook until you find it....

And in case you were wondering, Twitter updates do get deleted sometimes. So that’s another solid reason for backing up your tweets, apart from the main reason – ability to easily access your old tweets. Thanks to the various Twitter backup tools (and tricks) available, you could effortlessly archive your Twitter updates. Lets discuss these 4 cool tools and tips one by one. Backup Tweets with RSS Reader Twitter lets you generate RSS feed for every Twitter profile....

The combination of Pebble smartwatch and useful apps make it quite a capable device. In order to fully appreciate the Pebble experience, you should explore the Pebble app store. On doing so, you will undoubtedly find several gems but here are 5 essential apps that Pebble Time smartwatch users should explore 1. Real Weather Real Weather is an awesome watch face which provides users with the ability to view the weather along with the time and remaining battery life....

So let’s have a look at the additional 4 ways in which a user can speed up his rooted Android device. Note: All these tips require skilled hands. If you have no idea about rooting Android phones and installing custom patches, it’s better to stick with the tips we mentioned for the non-rooted phones. Don’t blame us if something goes wrong with your device in the process. 1. Use App2SD app with Root Support....

And I’m sure it has. Autocorrect in iOS – especially after the predictive text came in with iOS 8 – has the uncanny talent of getting on your nerves. Sometimes it refuses to acknowledge a word you’ve typed again and again, other times it autocorrects slang into a dictionary word. If you’ve been facing the same problems, we have some solutions for you. 1. Create a Shortcut for the Word In iOS, you can create shortcuts for words....

The menu button on the Fire TV Stick remote is crucial for navigating and managing some of the device’s Settings. For example, in the Notifications center, the menu button is used to dismiss notifications. And in the Network menu, the menu button is used to disconnect the Fire TV Stick from a Wi-Fi network. Bottom line is, the menu button is important and can be used for a ton of stuff....

You may find the hardlock.sys file in the folder location below. What’s notable is that the file is not essential for running your Windows10 computer. It was developed by a third-party vendor but has been signed by Microsoft. That doesn’t mean that you should delete the file altogether. There are ways to fix the issue, and we will discuss all of them below. Let’s begin. 1. Registry Editor Always make a restore point before making system-level changes or even installing a major Windows update....

There are some nice websites where you can learn touch typing for free. If you can already touch type a bit, you could use these sites to practice, and perfect the art. Check them out and bookmark the ones you like. 1. Keybr Keybr is probably the simplest of the sites that teach touch typing for free. It has a colorful and easy to understand interface that can help you get started really quick....

Have no fear, though, there are several great options available to you which will be outlined below. 1. The Calculator for iPad – Standard & Simple If you are looking for a bare bones basic calculator check out The Calculator for iPad. 2. Calculator An alternative bare bones solution is Calculator. Please note, however, that the ads with Calculator can be quite annoying at times. 3. Calculator Pro for iPad Free – Standard and Scientific Calculator Calculator Pro by Apalon gives users basic standard and scientific calculator functionality as well as a currency converter and the ability to customize the look of the app....

We have compiled a list of solutions to troubleshoot the issue by putting the basic checks first and then proceeding with the tricky ones. Let’s get started. 1. Go Through Basic Check Routines Before proceeding with advanced troubleshooting methods, you should certainly try the basics solutions. Here the most common ones to fix Windows 11 not detecting HDMI TV or Monitor. Make sure the HDMI cable seats properly in the HDMI port of the TV or monitor....

Most smart plugs are affordable and do not burn a hole in your pocket. The clever thing to do is get a bunch of them to automate several electronic devices all at once. So if you are looking for affordable smart plugs under $50, you have come to the right place. We have compiled a list of the best smart plugs under $50 that you can buy in this post....

With all this technology, casual smartphone users may find LG’s camera usage a bit intimidating. Therefore, we’ve put together a list of the top tips to get the most out of your LG G4 or V10 shooting experience. 1. Simple Mode Many smartphone users may not care about camera features, and that’s okay. LG thought about these cases and implemented a Simple shooting mode. What it does is minimize the on-screen options, only down to the Gallery shortcut and Back button....

image credit – Urban Isthmus I made numerous attempts to download the game using both mobile data and Wi-Fi. I then hunted the wild web for over two days looking for a solution but failed. Finally, I understood the problem and found a concrete solution that will work for every one of you who are facing this error, irrespective of your make and model. The Dreaded Error Code 495 This error is not new....