Wireless Xbox One controllers are great, but experiencing a disconnect in the middle of a game sucks all the fun right out of the room. The good news is that most of the problems that can cause an Xbox One controller to not connect, or cause a connection to fail, are pretty easy to fix. And even in a worst-case scenario, you can always turn your wireless controller into a wired controller with a micro USB cable....
At Make Tech Easier, we hope you come to the experts here when you’re looking for technology help. Our goal has always been to help you solve your problems and to make things… easier. The obvious next question is where do we go for our help. While our experts are very knowledgeable on all technology topics, there are types when we, too, are in need of some help. We posed this question to our writers, also known as our experts....
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 10 build 10122 via the Fast ring of updates. Even though, the new build includes a few new changes and improvements around the Start menu, Continuum, Microsoft Edge, and throughout the operating system, Microsoft is making available build 10122 with a “big known issue” that could cause “frequent crashes” in Microsoft Edge if using a computer with AMD graphics. According to the company, aside from the crashing issue, the new build should be “more stable and polished” than Windows 10 build 10074, because Windows 10 RTM is closing in and the company needs to start getting ready for summer launch....
As part of the Redstone 5 development, Windows 10 build 17661 is now rolling out to testers with PCs enrolled in the Fast ring as well as for those people using the Skip Ahead option. This is the first significant release that Microsoft is making available for participants of the Windows Insider Program, because it delivers a number of new smaller features, changes, and improvements that users will get with version 1809 sometime in October 2018....
In the Dev Channel, Microsoft recently made available build 21364 for Windows 10 with new features and several improvements expected to arrive with version 21H2. In this hands-on video, we will look at the most significant changes, including the updated version of the Windows Subsystem for Linux, which now includes support for Linux GUI apps. Task Manager Eco mode to limit system sources access on apps to improve performance and energy efficiency and see the process classifications for Microsoft Edge....
As part of the Patch Tuesday rollout for November 2018, Microsoft is making available update KB4467708 for device already running Windows 10 version 1809 (October 2018 Update) addressing several problems. KB4467708 bumps the version number to build 17763.134, and according to the company includes mitigations for security vulnerabilities with AMD processors. It also fixes sign-in problems with a Microsoft account, Microsoft Edge, and issues with the on-screen keyboard. In addition, earlier version of Windows 10, including the April 2018 Update, Fall Creators Update, Creators Update, Anniversary Update, and the initial release are also receiving updates....
Windows 11 22H2 (or Windows 11 2022 Update) has the same hardware requirements as version 21H2 (the original release). If your device is already running Windows 11 21H2, it’ll be compatible with version 22H2. On the other hand, if you plan to upgrade from Windows 10, you’ll need to ensure that the hardware meets the minimum requirements. For example, 64-bit dual-core processor, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2....
Nmap, also known as Network Mapper is a tool that is used to check port scanning. Along with it, this free and open-source software also does network mapping and vulnerability checking. The tool scans IP addresses and detects installed applications. It also helps network admins to find out which devices are running on their network. As mentioned already, port scanning is one of the fundamental features of Nmap and thus today’s topic is based on Nmap scan UDP port....
SCSI is a once-popular type of connection for storage and other devices in a PC. The term refers to the cables and ports used to connect certain types of hard drives, optical drives, scanners, and other peripheral devices to a computer. The SCSI standard is no longer common in consumer hardware devices, but you’ll still find it used in some business and enterprise server environments. More recent versions include USB Attached SCSI (UAS) and Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)....
Loop Hero is a game of unique and uncharacteristic gameplay. It is full of completely unique mechanics that redefine the game and genre completely. Due to this, the game has caught on quite a bit. One such hint of a unique game mechanic is the completely confusingly named Maze of Memories. But what is the actual purpose of this so-called Maze of Memories? This guide will tell you everything that you will need to know about the Maze of Memories Field Card in Loop Hero....
The PlayStation Network (PSN) is an online gaming and media content distribution service. Sony Corporation originally created PSN to support its PlayStation 3 (PS3) game console. The company has expanded the service over the years to support other Sony devices, plus streaming of music and video content. The PlayStation Network is owned and operated by Sony Network Entertainment International (SNEI) and competes with the Xbox network. Using the PlayStation Network You can access the PlayStation Network through:...
A file with the ANNOT file extension is an Adobe Digital Editions Annotations file. It’s saved in the XML format and used to store auxiliary data for EPUB files like notes, bookmarks, highlights, and other sorts of “meta” data. Some files that end in this extension may instead be annotation files used with the Amaya web editing program. How to Open an ANNOT File ANNOT files are best opened with the free Adobe Digital Editions program....
The MP3 format is the most popular lossy audio format in use today and has been around since the early 1990s. Its success is mainly attributed to its universal compatibility. Still, several factors determine the quality of an MP3 file, as well as how it is encoded. Pay attention to these settings when converting a file to the MP3 format. Audio Source Quality To select the optimum encoding values, consider the nature of the audio source....
The Muscle Band is an item that can be held by a Pokemon. Items are an integral part of this franchise. Veteran trainers know how they can change the course of a battle. Each item has its purpose like increasing damage, boosting elemental type, healing, and much more. If you have a Pokemon with good Attack stats, then you should consider handing it this item. In this article, we will tell you where to find the Muscle Band in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet....
Apple’s monitors are beautiful, but if you want any kind of ergonomically good setup, you have to screw a big, ugly VESA arm onto the back. Most VESA mounts are janky compared to Apple’s beautiful hardware. A good, adjustable monitor stand is essential for healthy ergonomics. Apple’s monitor stands are beautiful, but don’t go far enough. VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) is a fantastic standard, but even the best arms don’t cut it....
Love is the guiding force for Dylan Cottle, the namesake behind the popular Twitch channel, DylanCottleMusic. Cottle’s brand of radical love influences everything she does. With the help of her husband, Doug, the performer has created her lane in the Twitch music space that is sure to capture audiences for years to come. The Twitch streamer boasts nearly 16,000 followers on the popular platform where she and JamFamBam congregate to be enchanted by the musical stylings and artistry of Dylan Cottle....
Desktop publishing and strong graphic design make documents look better, but there’s more to desktop publishing than just appearance. Used properly, desktop publishing enhances visual communication and streamlines the process of disseminating information of all kinds. It’s also the method of file preparation that ensures files print properly so that communications get out in a timely manner. Desktop Publishing Is Affordable Desktop publishing makes it possible to efficiently produce printed and electronic—online or onscreen—documents without the expertise and expensive equipment that was once required....
Apple Fitness+ is pretty great if you’re happy working out in front of a screen, but what if you want to take things outside? In iOS 14.4, apparently you can. Key Takeaways Time to Walk appears to be a new feature coming in iOS 14.4.New workouts are delivered automatically to your Apple Watch.Guided walking workouts use augmented reality to help get more out of your walks. Though there hasn’t yet been an official announcement, Time to Walk appears to be a beta Apple Watch feature that, though not yet live, will be able to grab audio tracks, then offer you guided audio workouts....
UK film company Harman’s new EZ-35 non-disposable camera is plastic, cannot focus, and has no way to adjust the exposure. And it probably will sell a zillion units. Key Takeaways Harman/Ilford’s new EZ-35 is a plastic point-and-shoot camera with a motorized winder.These cheap reusable cameras are a growing trend.The prints from these cameras will probably outlast all your digital photos. Film photography is undergoing a serious revival. Part of that is retro-hipster fashion, but today film photography has a solid and growing base....
Microsoft recently moved the Windows 10 Anniversary Update build 14366 to the Slow ring. Now the company is making available the same test version of Windows 10 for everyone to download in an ISO form. While since the release of build 14366, the software giant has also rolled out three additional previews, including build 14367, 14371, and 14372. However, these test version of Windows 10 are available through the Fast ring, and they’re not eligible to be available for download as ISO files....
