Summary As a former iPhone SE 3 owner who half heartedly switched to an iPhone 14 Pro solely for a bigger screen, I knew right from the moment Apple unveiled the new iPhone 16e that I’m the target market. Here’s why I’ll be buying an iPhone 16e instead of upgrading to an iPhone 16 or iPhone 15. Bigger Screen in Virtually the Same Housing The iPhone 16e announcementgot me particularly excited about dropping the iconic Home button because doing so meant Apple’s engineers could blow up the display while retaining the compact form factor....

Quick Links There are several possible reasons your printer is displayed as Offline. In most cases, the problem is easy to fix, as long as you know where to look. Here’s why your printer is offline, and how to get it online and printing again. What Does “Printer Offline” Mean? When a printer is showing as offline, it means it isn’t currently connected to a computer, either through a cable or over a Wi-Fi network....

Quick Links As you plug a streaming box into your TV and connect a game console, there’s another piece of tech you’re likely to miss—a phone dock. In fact, your phone may be the only addition to your TV you actually need. Phones Are PCs, Gaming Consoles, and Streaming Boxes Modern phones have the power to match many of our laptops, and a growing number have an interface to match. If you have a premium Samsung Galaxy or Motorola device, you might be carrying around a desktop mode without even realizing it....

Internet security is more important than ever these days, and to keep yourself secure online,using the latest protocolsis a must. You’d be surprised by the amount of software that uses older TLS protocols, but Microsoft is looking to cut down on that, as the company would like to remind you that old TLS specifications are about to be deprecated — and some of your older software might break as a result....

Reddithas been a popular source for news and community discussions for years, fueled by the wide variety of third-party clients for iPhone, Android, Windows, and other platforms. Unfortunately, that’s now coming to an end. The announcement immediately sparked controversy with Reddit users, as it wasn’t clear if third-party clients likeApollo for Reddit,Sync for Reddit,rif is fun, and other apps would be allowed to stay in their current form. Eventually, Reddit shared specific pricing information with some app developers, which was significantly more expensive – the creator of Apollo for Reddit said it would cost almost $2 million per month to keep the app running....

Quick Links The Windows 11 taskbar has been the subject of much discussion. It’s adrastic change from Windows 10, andlacks many older features. Still, there’s a lot it can do, and you should know about the best tips and tricks. Move the Icons to the Left Side One of the biggest visual changes in Windows 11 is the centered taskbar icons. By default, the Start Menu and all the apps pinned to the taskbar sit in the center of the taskbar—more like macOS than past versions of Windows....

Quick Links You don’t have to be an expert writer to compose an email. However, there are many things to consider when writing emails, especiallyfor business communications. Here are several email etiquette rules to keep in mind for your professional messages. The Email Fields It may seem simple to fill out the fields for your email, but these tips may save you some embarrassment and help your recipients at the same time....

What does your choice of smartphone say about you? You may be asking that question if you’re shopping for an Android user. The good news is people who like Android will probably like awide variety of techy gifts. The one thing you should avoid is buying them an actualAndroid phoneor tablet. They either already have the one they want or will want to pick out a new one themselves. However, you’re able to add some peripherals to the mix and make their Android devices work even better....

Quick Links OLED monitors are finally a thing, and you can order one today if you like. They are undoubtedly the pinnacle of image quality and performance for most things you’d want to do on a PC, but I’m still not convinced the time is right to make the leap. The Obvious Reason: Price Some people don’t like talking about money, but even they would balk at the asking price for a modern OLED monitor....

Looking for some gifts for Dad? These five gifts are perfect for tech-savvy and tech-curious dads alike. Of course, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer for a Father’s Day gift. But depending on what your dad likes to do, it can be easier to whittle down what to get him. The five gifts we’ve picked below can help! 5For the Health-Conscious Dad An Apple Watch gives them all the metrics they need—and more If your dad is keeping an eye on his health (or is the outdoorsy type), a smartwatch can go a long way....

Summary If you’re looking to upgrade your home theater setup, you’ve likely encountered the terms 5.1 and 5.2 (or 7.1 and 7.2) being tossed around. So, what’s the difference between these two systems, and more importantly, does it actually matter? What’s the Difference Between 5.1 and 5.2? The primary difference between a 5.1 and 5.2 home theater setup is that the 5.2 has an extra subwoofer. In surround sound setups, the first number indicates the number of regularfull-range speakers, and the second indicates the number of subwoofers....

Quick Links If you recognize and dismiss all these SSD myths and misconceptions for what they are, you’re ahead of most people. And if not, there’s no time like the present to update your SSD knowledge. SSDs Are Too Expensive When compared to their mechanical hard drive (HDD) counterparts,solid-state drives (SSDs)still cost more per gigabyte of storage, it’s true. But if you haven’t gone parts shopping recently, you might still think that SSDs are a too-costly upgrade you should skip....

Last year, Anker debuted its new SOLIX line ofportable power stations, expanding its already excellent offerings to serve homeowners and outdoor enthusiasts better. Kicking off CES 2024, it’s doing just that with the all-new Anker C800 Plus Portable Power Station with built-in lighting and accessories. We came away impressed when wereviewed the Anker SOLIX C1000late last year. Then, the company followed up with the massive F3800 that canrun RVs and charge EVs....