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The 2021 BlizzConline, the virtual version of Blizzard’s annual BlizzCon, was a quiet show, with little more than proof of life shown for highly anticipated games like Overwatch 2. It did give fans a few solid looks behind the scenes at the modern Blizzard, and perhaps a little hope that the veteran developer will eventually release its promised games. Key Takeaways As more major shows announce they’re going virtual for 2021, BlizzConline provides a look at the shape of the new normal....

See a small red x next to a hardware device in Device Manager? You may have made a change on purpose that resulted in that red x showing up, or there may actually be a problem. However, don’t worry about it being difficult to fix—most of the time there’s one really easy solution. What Does the Red X in Device Manager Mean? A red x next to a device in Device Manager in Windows XP (and back through Windows 95) means the device is disabled....

Using computer components made of recycled materials could help save the planet, experts say. Key Takeaways Gadgets are a significant contributor to global warming.Logitech says that 65 percent of the mice and keyboards are made with recycled plastics.The European Union recently proposed banning integrated batteries in phones and other gadgets. Logitech says that 65 percent of its mice and keyboards are made with recycled plastics. It’s part of a growing effort by manufacturers to cut down on electronic waste....

Microsoft’s Windows 10 operating system is preceded by Windows 8 and succeeded by Windows 11, currently the most recent version of Windows available. It introduces an updated Start Menu, new login methods, a better taskbar, a notification center, support for virtual desktops, the Edge browser, and a host of other usability updates. Cortana, Microsoft’s mobile personal assistant, is part of Windows 10, even on desktop computers. Windows 10 Features Rather than continuing with the Windows 8-style “tiles” menu, which wasn’t well-received, Microsoft has reverted to a Windows 7-style menu in Windows 10....

The leaked version of Windows 10 (build 10125) includes the first preview of Windows Hello. Microsoft recently rolled out a new version of its operating system, but only a few days after the release, Windows 10 build 10125 manage to escape the walls of Redmond. The new build include a few changes, including the arrival of Microsoft new security feature called Windows Hello. Windows Hello is a new feature in Windows 10 that allows users to sign-in using facial recognition eliminating the need of passwords....

Microsoft is now releasing Windows 10 build 19008 for devices enrolled in the Fast ring of the Windows Insider Program. This is the preview number 35 releasing as part of the Vibranium (20H1) development. Windows 10 build 19008, according to the company, it is a minor update that resolves several problems, such as devices getting stuck on restart and shutdown on builds 18999 and 19002, Settings not restoring after minimizing the window, “Can’t turn camera on” error message with Windows Hello, and problems with optional updates....

Windows 10 version 1709 (Fall Creators Update) is getting update KB4093112 as part of the April 2018 Patch Tuesday to fix a number of issues. KB4093112 bumps the version number of Windows 10 to build 16299.371, and it delivers a security fix for AMD processors, addresses problems with Microsoft Edge, and much more. What’s new with Windows 10 build 16299.371 Microsoft has announced KB4093112 in the Windows support site, and it’s referred as “April 10, 2018—KB4093112 (OS Build 16299....

Lately Microsoft has been releasing a handful of updates for its built-in Windows 8-style apps including Mail, Calendar, People, Xbox Games, SmartGlass and pretty much every other modern app designed by Microsoft, now is the turn of the Weather app. The new update was released on Sunday, June 28th, and includes a new interactive weather map that is continuously updated. It provides access to visual information on precipitation, temperature, cloud cover, satellite, and radar for different regions, including North America, Asia, Africa and, Europe....

There are some good days when the word of the day is easy but then there are those days when even 6 attempts aren’t enough. If you are stumped and are looking for hints, clues to solve the May 18 Wordle Puzzle 333, this article will show you the way. Note that there will be the answer and its meaning at the end of this article. Wordle 333 (May 18) Hint for Today Check out these hints and plan your next move in Wordle....

If you are looking for the May 3 Wordle hint or answer for today (5/3), then here’s everything you need to solve the puzzle # 318. Keep scrolling to get suggestions and the word of the day that will help you continue your streak. And of course, there are spoilers ahead! May 3 Wordle Hint (318) These are some clues that you help you reach the final answer in the fewest number of guesses....

Even though we already know the technical specifications of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, there is still a number of things we do not know about the consoles. Of course, we are referring to the price both consoles will have when it releases at the end of this year. For the time being, the only speculation can be made about it, and accordingly Michael Pachter, renowned and controversial industry analyst, spoke about this data that could tip the balance either in favor of Microsoft or Sony....

Sony has a couple of new Walkmans out. Yes, Walkmans, and when you see them, you’re going to want one. Sony’s new NW-A306 Walkman can also stream. Sony’s design skills are still amazing as they were in the 1980s.You might not need a new device—maybe you just need a better music app. It’s 2023, and most of us stream our music, probably from Spotify or Apple Music. But the experience is lacking....

A new generation of AI-powered webcams could make your video calls better than ever, but they also bring privacy risks, experts say. Key Takeaways AI webcams offer features that can boost the sound and picture of your next video call.However, experts say that AI webcams bring a host of privacy risks. Smart webcams could even be used to remotely monitor the behavior of employees who are working from home. The cameras, including those recently released by Anker and Remo Tech, use artificial intelligence (AI) to track users and ensure they are always in the center of the frame....

Most of the apps in the Android market only do one thing and do it well. Few of them can combine plenty of features together and do them extremely well. ZDbox is an exception. It comes with plenty of features in one app and allows you to easily maintain your Android phone and keep it in good shape. Often, we have to install several apps to keep our phone clean and stable....

Reverse boost Call of Duty Modern Warfare is something that you should pay attention to, it can make the difference in you being beamed in every match and suffering to dominating matches. If you are wondering what reverse boost is and how to use it, this guide will show you exactly that. How To Reverse Boost Successfully In Call of Duty Modern Warfare Before you get in matches and using the reverse boost you should know what it really is....

Spotify has almost everything that a music streaming app needs to be at the top. Using Spotify, users can listen to millions of songs, customize their playlist picture and even set alarm using their favorite songs. Although Spotify is quite easy to use and appears to have a simple interface, there might be some cool features that you are surely missing. One such feature is Spotify Connect. Probably, most Spotify users are unaware of this feature and even if they know, they don’t know how does it work....

Loop Hero is really taking a different approach to games as we know it. The game is unconventional for the most part with its unusual mechanics as well as its class-based gameplay system. One of these classes is the Necromancer Class in the game. This class is one of the most powerful ones in the game and is handy as it is the computer that handles combat for you. So where does Summon Quality come into play in Loop Hero?...

MobileMe and the mac.com domain were transitioned and replaced by iCloud, and their services ceased as of June 30, 2012. If you had a working @mac.com email address as of July 9, 2008, kept your MobileMe account active and moved to iCloud before August 1, 2012, you can use @icloud.com, @me.com, and @mac.com email addresses with your iCloud account. What Were the MobileMe Mail Me.com IMAP Settings The MobileMe IMAP server settings for accessing your @me....

Much of an Apple Watch’s functionality depends on pairing it with a smartphone via Bluetooth. Still, you can do many things on your watch even when your phone’s not handy. This article describes a few of them. Play Music From a Synced Playlist To pair your Apple Watch with Bluetooth headphones to stream music from Spotify without your iPhone, go to the Music app and select Apple Watch as the source....

The 2011 iMacs are a popular choice for those looking for a used iMac with all the trimmings.2011 saw a lot of improvements to the iMac, while still retaining a high degree of expandability making them a good candidate for customization. Later years saw some options such as user-installable RAM go by the wayside in the name of cost reductions. It was also the last year for the CD/DVD drive which was removed to allow the slim design introduced with the 2012 models....