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Summary Framework, the company making slick yet modular and repairable laptops, is finally ready for you to get your hands on the all-new Framework Laptop 12. In an effort to make small entry-level laptops great, pre-orders are live starting today, April 9th, but we have some bad news. Ahead of pre-orders opening, Frameworkrevealedthat the launch and order system is being delayed for customers in the United States. Unfortunately, that’s about all we know right now, and it sounds like price increases or fewer options could accompany its arrival....

Sony announced that it would merge Funimation and Crunchyroll after acquiring the latter service in 2021. But the merger didn’t begin until 2022, and Funimation has continued to operate as a standalone service with a regular flow of new content. Presumably, prior licensing agreements and a technically difficult merging process kept Funimation on life support. But the grace period has ended, and Funimation is now alerting customers of the April 2nd shutdown....

The Linux Terminal app was an unexpected but welcome addition to Android. Now, a Google developer confirms that the Linux Terminal isn’t intended to provide a desktop experience. It simply brings Linux apps into the Android ecosystem. Google quietly included the Linux Terminal app with theMarch 2025 Pixel Drop. It wasn’t accompanied by a big announcement or blog post, and its pre-release development mostly flew under the radar, so Android fans were quick to make assumptions about its purpose....

Summary After a big Google Photos revamp in May that cleaned up the user interface and simplified the bottom bar buttons, Google just added a new “Create” tab to Photos packed with a ton of helpful AI features. If you’ve ever wanted to turn a photo into a video or easily create animations, now you can. Last month, we learned that Google wanted to make Google Photosmore than just a photo storageand light editing tool....

Summary Tired of having to open 20 tabs just to plan one trip? Google’s new AI travel features might just be your next favorite travel assistant—and it won’t argue over the itinerary. Here’s how the search giant’s latest AI tools can take the pain out of your holiday plans, leaving you to simply enjoy the trip. AI Overviews in Search If you’ve usedGoogle searchin the past year, you’ve likely come across AI Overviews when you do a search on Google....

So, you have a 3D printer, but you’re not super happy with the results of your prints. Well, have no fear! Tuning your printer used to require searching for and downloading tons of models, but OrcaSlicer is here to save the day. Follow me as I walk you through all the steps you’ll need to completely dial in your printer for near-perfect prints every time. Why Choose OrcaSlicer? There are many slicers out there, and your 3D printer might even have one that it came with....

Quick Links Summary Add more HDMI ports to your TV with an HDMI switcher, which allows you to connect multiple devices to a single input and switch between them as you need. Does your TV not have enoughHDMIports for your needs? You don’t have to replace the TV. Fix the problem with an HDMI switcher! Just make sure you get the right one. Add More Ports With an HDMI Switcher An HDMI switcher is like a USB hub but for HDMI devices....

Quick Links Summary To multiply columns in Excel, use a formula that includes two cell references separated by the multiplication operator (asterisk). Then, use the fill handle to copy the formula to all other cells in the column. you may also use the PRODUCT function, an array formula, or the Paste Special feature. Microsoft Excel is full of useful features, including those forperforming calculations. If there comes a time when you need to multiply two columns in Excel, there are various methods for doing so....

Quick Links Summary If you share your phone or computer with children or minors and want to monitor their browsing activity, consider turning off the private browsing mode. Let’s explore how you can turn it off in Google Chrome for Windows and macOS, Microsoft Edge for Windows, and Safari for iPhone and macOS. Turning Off vs. Disabling Incognito Mode If you’ve opened private browsing mode and only want to leave it,turning it off is simple in all major browsers on desktop and mobile devices....

Quick Links Summary WhatsApp has a screen lock feature that allows users to password-protect their conversations onWhatsApp Web. This is a great thing to enable if you’re looking to keep prying eyes off your WhatsApp conversations, especially if you share a computer with other people. How to Put a Password on WhatsApp Web To enable screen lock on WhatsApp Web, click on the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of your chat list and open “Settings....

Quick Links Summary To use TikTok’s voice changer, open the TikTok app, record a video and tap “Audio Editing” or “Voice.” Choose a voice effect at the bottom of the screen, and select “Save” in the top-right corner. Want to sound like a dog or robot in your TikTok videos? The app’s built-in voice changer option lets you have some fun replacing your original voice with many voice effects. It works on both iPhone and Android, and we’ll show you how....

Minecraftis a fantastic game. Not only has it defied the odds and survived 16 years as a game, but it’s still thriving today. Like many expansive multiplayer experiences, mods are a big part of what has kept this game alive. These tweaks add valuable quality-of-life improvements, add new materials and items, and help you become an even more creative player. Here are my favorites that I simply can’t playMinecraftwithout. 5FallingTree Makes Chopping Trees Less of a Chore Let’s face it: chopping trees is both integral toMinecraft, and also one of the most annoying things you have to do in the game....

Summary Widgets on a desktop computer have always seemed like more of a nuisance than a helpful feature to me, but over the years widgets have become both more useful and more usable—which is why I’m finally buying in to them. macOS Sonoma Finally Sold Me on Widgets I’m a stickler for a minimalist and clean desktop. When I wrote that it was time tostop using desktop icons, it certainly ruffled the feathers of people who seem to enjoy the clutter....