The Task Manager is a great way to see what’s using up the resources on your PC. You may not be aware but it’s possible to have a small widget that displays the performance data from the Task Manager at all times on your desktop. There’s also a version available from the Xbox Game Bar, so gamers can monitor how their PC is coping with the latest graphically-demanding releases. We’ll show you step by step how it’s done....
This tutorial is a step-by-step guide on how to digitally draw an eye, taken from the book Make Great Art on Your iPad by the British, Texas-based artist Alison Jardine. We’ve used Adobe Photoshop to complete this process, which is available separately or as part of Adobe Creative Cloud . Some students are eligible for an extended free trial of Creative Cloud , and there are also ways to get Photoshop for free ....
If you have a Fitbit with a screen, then chances are it can receive call and text notifications from your phone. This is handy if you want to be alerted with a buzz on your wrist when someone is calling or sending you a message. In fact, even Fitbits without a screen like the Flex 2 can give notifications with its flashing lights and vibration. Sometimes your phone won’t play nice with your Fitbit though, and notifications might stop coming through....
If you know that your default gateway is missing, then you’re probably trying to connect to your router, or fix a PC or laptop that won’t connect to the internet. It also means you’ve probably tried to use the Command Prompt to get the default gateway by running the command: ipconfig /all Regardless of whether those assumptions are correct or not, here’s how to go about fixing the problem. Why is my default gateway blank?...
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We know what you’re thinking: you can’t get Photoshop for free so what exactly is this all about? Actually, there are many different Photoshop apps, not just the subscription-only CC version most people assume you mean when you say “Photoshop”. Since 2013, the full version of Photoshop has required an Adobe Creative Cloud subscription. A combined plan with Lightroom, your cheapest option, costs $19.99/£9.98 per month or $239.88/£119.21 if you pay annually....
Video calls are more important than ever as more countries around the world go into lockdown during the Coronavirus pandemic. But while many people rely on FaceTime to chat with individual friends and family during this tough time, not many people are aware that you can actually chat with up to 31 other people in a FaceTime video group chat. Who said quarantine had to be lonely? There are a few caveats of course – you’ll need iOS 12....
Your IP address might be just a sequence of numbers, but it tells the world more about you than you might think. Those numbers aren’t random: they’re a bit like car registration plates and can be used to glean such information as your physical location, with surprising accuracy. Put together all the information that a website receives from your web browser, and advertisers (and basically anyone that wants to) can even identify who you are....
Jailbreaking your Nintendo Switch isn’t for the light-hearted, but it does let you do a lot more with your Switch, from installing loads of additional games (including plenty of retro titles) to running unofficial apps that add new functionality. Of course, it’s not without risks – you could turn your Switch into an expensive paperweight, and void your warranty along the way. If you’re feeling brave, here’s how to jailbreak your Switch, and our advice on how to minimise the risks to your console....
Accidentally deleting the wrong photos can be a nightmare, as you watch those irreplaceable memories disappear from your library with little hope of return. But all is not necessarily lost, as there are a few ways to recover those images. We show you how to get back deleted photos on your iPhone. Check the recently deleted album in Photos When you delete images from Apple Photos they aren’t immediately disposed of by the app....
It might seem like quite a lot of hassle to move from one broadband provider to another, but it’s surprisingly simple. Plus, it’s usually the best way to get the best value for money. Customer loyalty doesn’t seem to count for too much these days, so it’s worth getting somewhat mercenary when it comes to any subscription-based service. Here’s how to switch your broadband and find the best packages and speeds available in your area....
Google has added a Guest Mode for its Nest and Home products. The idea is to make your smart speakers and displays safe to share with guests as well as other members of your household (such as if you rent with friends) without risking them accidentally accessing your search history, calendar or contacts. Here we explain how to turn on and use Guest Mode on your Google Home or Nest devices....
Subtitles usually come in handy when watching a foreign film or TV series, but there are other situations in which they may be needed. Most notably, they allow people with hearing impairments to enjoy a show or movie. Closed captions are also invaluable help for identifying when a character is speaking, or if an important sound effect is happening. This guide has everything you need to know for enabling subtitles or closed captions on Netflix....
If you’ve been using your iPhone screen as a dim light to stumble your way to the bathroom in the middle of the night, we’ve got good news for you: your iPhone has a built-in flashlight. If you’re using iOS 7, you can quickly activate a feature on your phone that turns the camera flash into a constant stream of bright light. It’s pretty easy to access, but it’s also easy to miss if you don’t know where to look....
BlackBerry has been losing a lot of market share in the ever growing competitive market, where according to Gartner, BlackBerry only holds 0.2 percent of the global market share. In comparison to Android which has 80.7 percent, iOS with 17.7 percent and with Windows at 1.1 percent. It therefore comes to no surprise for WhatsApp to drop its support and expenses on the BlackBerry’s platform. Despite being a huge disappointment for certain BlackBerry users who use WhatsApp, it will be interesting to see if other app developers follow....
A smart speaker that places the power of Google Search and its associated services in your home and from which all the family can benefit, Google Home is one of the best consumer devices to hit the UK – and it’s now available in several models . Getting to know Google Home and what you can and can’t do with the Google Assistant takes a bit of trial and error and getting to know each other, though....
When it comes to free broadcasting software, there’s only one contender: OBS, or Open Broadcaster Software . Though until 2018 the open-source app looked like it came straight from Windows 98, a UI update has provided a much-needed facelift. It also makes OBS easier to use, especially for those new to the world of livestreaming. It still doesn’t come with any kind of tutorial though, and sorting through sources and scenes might be confusing for some....
Bridget Jones’s Diary is one of the most iconic British rom-coms out there. Not only does it feature a clumsy, hilarious and relatable lead character for many people out there, it also has Huge Grant and Colin Firth quite literally butting heads for the affection of Bridget. Whilst the first film is the most well-known, there are three films in the Bridget Jones series. These are Bridget Jones’s Diary, Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason and Bridget Jones’s Baby....
We’re now in full swing of awards season, and music fans will be pleased to hear that The Brits is nearly here – known for its iconic numbers and awkward moments alike. This year, there’ll be performances from the likes of Sam Fender, JADE and Sabrina Carpenter, so it’s set to be a night to remember. Here’s everything you need to know about The Brits 2025 including the TV channel, performers and nominees....
It all comes down to this. While many favourites have exited the competition early, England have made it to the final of the Women’s World Cup. Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses have grown into the tournament, overcoming plenty of adversity along the way. But in their quest to add a World Cup triumph to last year’s Euro 2022 victory, England won’t have it all their own way. Opponents Spain have bounced back from a 4-0 defeat to Japan in the group stages, and have some of the world’s best players in their squad....
