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On earlier versions of Windows, you could hover the mouse over the system clock and see the estimated battery time available to you. Unfortunately, this was removed this feature from Windows 11 because Microsoft thought the time being shown wasn’t entirely accurate. The time left if you’re playing a game is different from the time left if you’re using a web browser, for example. You’ll only see the percentage of battery remaining on Windows 11, but you can still check the battery time remaining on Windows 11 using the Settings app, along with other battery details....

Now Playing History Google Pixel devices are known for packing a lot of features that are unique to them. For example, you can theme the device to your taste or add a background blur effect, even after you’ve taken a picture. Furthermore, the Google Assistant can recognize songs playing around the device, which a Pixel smartphone will then show on the lock screen. But what if you have a Pixel and would like to remember what that song was that you’ve heard on the radio during your lunch break?...

The screenshots in this article were taken using a Samsung Galaxy, menus and buttons on devices made by other manufacturers may vary. Step 1 From the Android’s Home screen, Press the Menu button and then Tap Settings. Step 2 On the Settings screen, Scroll Down and Tap About phone. Step 3 On the About phone window is where your Android’s version information is listed. Firmware version is the current Android version (e....

Step 1 (from your iPhone or iPod) Tap the Settings app from your home screen. Our end destination is going to be: Settings > General > Bluetooth Once in Bluetooth, Tap the switch to set it to on. Your device should now be discoverable by your computer. Step 2 (from your Windows computer) Click the Start menu orb and type bluetooth into the search box. From the list of Control Panel results, Click Add a Bluetooth device....

Dates, in particular, can be difficult to convert into true date values if they aren’t formatted correctly. If you’re faced with this problem, there are a few ways you can convert text to date values in Excel. Here’s what to do. Using the VALUE Function When your cell contains a date but Excel thinks it’s a text string, you can (in most cases) use the VALUE function to convert it....

We’ll show you two ways to add a watermark in Google Docs. One method uses the Drawing feature within Google Docs, while the other uses Google Drawings. Depending on if you already have an image you want to use or need to create one, use whichever method is best for you. Create and Insert a Watermark Using Google Docs Drawing If you want a simple watermark of text like “Private,” “Confidential,” or something similar, using the Drawing feature in Google Docs takes only a few minutes....

If you would rather not use the Always-On display, you can disable it. We’ll show you how to do this directly on the watch and in the Watch app on your iPhone. Disable Always On Display on Your Apple Watch To disable the Always-On display on your watch, press the digital crown. If you’re viewing the apps as a list, swipe up to scroll down and then tap Settings....

Download YouTube Content with Dripy Find the YouTube video (or song within the video) that you want to download, and then copy the URL in the address bar. Note: Some videos such as those hosted with Vevo may not be available for download. Step 2 Go to dirpy.com and paste in the URL of the YouTube page with the song or video you want to download. Click the “dirpy!” button to continue....

Gmail lets you download an attachment to your computer or, if you’re running out of space, save it to Google Drive instead. For specific image types, you can even save them right to Google Photos. If you aren’t familiar with downloading attachments in Gmail, we’ll walk you through it below. How to Download an Attachment From Your Gmail Inbox If you use the Default density for your inbox, rather than Compact or Comfortable, you should see attachments with the emails in your inbox....

If you don’t have a powerful enough system to run a virtual machine (VM), dual booting is a good choice. Also, while running Windows 8 on a VM works, nothing beats running it on physical hardware. Add a Windows 8 Partition Important Note: Windows 7 is no longer supported by Microsoft. Windows 8.1 was also reached the end of mainstream support. Make sure you have upgraded your machine to Windows 10 for the latest secure version of Windows....

Note: This does not work with Wii-Mini or Wii-U. It is only applicable for the original Nintendo Wii console. External USB hard drive, or a large (32GB+) USB thumb drive. Step 1 Find your Wii’s MAC address. Then visit the [LetterBomb website] and enter in the MAC address to download the customized exploit package. Cut the red wire. Keep the checkbox “Bundle the HackMii installer” ticked when using the LetterBomb site....

You can use more speakers effectively as the audio channels are split across more than two speakers. If you use less than two speakers, however, the audio quality will diminish—half of the audio can’t play. This is usually because your PC is set up for stereo speaker playback with two or more speakers, not mono playback for one. Thankfully, you can quickly enable mono audio on Windows 11 (or disable it again) to take advantage of a single speaker....

Enable Remote Desktop on Windows 11 Note: Other remote connection apps could be handy in different scenarios for other devices. Some that come to mind are Join.me, TeamViewer, Chrome Remote Desktop, and others. To enable RDP on Windows 11, click the Start button and then click the Settings icon. Alternately, you can use the keyboard shortcut Windows key + I to open Settings directly. When Settings opens, click on System at the top of the list on the left panel....

It’s no wonder the service is so popular as it includes the entire Disney vault as many shows and films from its many acquisitions. It includes everything from Walt Disney classics to films and shows from Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios, Pixar, National Geographic, select content from 20th Century Fox, and more. Although many were skeptical Disney could pull it off with a service that rivals the king of streaming, Netflix, I have to admit, Disney has done an excellent job of execution....

By grouping spreadsheets in a workbook, you can change one sheet and have it automatically applied to the others. This is handy when you need to add a formula or format a range of cells on more than one Excel spreadsheet. About Grouping Sheets in Excel The most important thing to know about grouping sheets to make a change is that the sheets should be set up the same way....

The phasing out process for Flash has been moving slow, however. It takes time, effort, and money to develop replacements for Flash-based websites and utilities, and many major destinations on the web still rely on it, even as support for Flash begins to wane. When it comes to modern operating systems, like Windows 10, which is bundled with a modern web browser, like Microsoft Edge, this introduces some unpredictability with older technologies like Flash....

Microsoft is releasing the November 2021 Update as a staggered rollout with new compatible PCs seeing it first. A slower release candence will follow for users with older system specs. Devices already running the May 2021 Update (21H1), October 2020 Update (20H2), or the May 2020 Update (2004) will get the new version via Windows Update. New Windows 10 21H2 Features According to Microsoft, some of the new productivity and security features include the addition of WPA3 H2E for better Wi-Fi security....

PlayStation Vue with Apple TV App PlayStation Vue can now be integrated with Apple’s TV app included with tvOS on 4th and 5th generation Apple TV boxes and iOS. Previously, it only worked with content from popular streaming services like Hulu, HBO Now, and CBS All Access. It even works with apps you sign into with your cable provider (which can also be PlayStation Vue) like ABC, FOX, AMC, or FX....

The issue is most noticeable on Mac with dynamic wallpapers. First introduced with macOS Mojave in 2018, dynamic wallpapers automatically change to match the time of day. It’s a great concept. Unfortunately, it’s one Apple hasn’t embraced. Including macOS Big Sur, which arrives this fall, Apple has released only four dynamic wallpapers. Yes, only four. Luckily, third-parties have stepped up to provide additional dynamic wallpapers. 24 Hour Wallpaper is one of my favorites....

Keeping track of all of the things you need to do in your life isn’t always easy. You have family demands, work tasks, health maintenance, and much more. By integrating ToDoist with other online services, you can automate much of the work it takes to maintain your busy life schedule. Note: While the screenshots for this article are from Android, it is also available for iOS. ToDoist and Google Home & Assistant Once you’ve connected Google Home and Assistant to ToDoist, you can use voice commands to add, complete, and hear your next task....