Ounce for ounce, their batteries use the same chemistry as the equipment in your purse or pocket. They lastuntil they don’t. After a few years, that fancy phone won’t stay on as long or run as fast anymore. That can make buying a used EV very appealing. Overnight, the older EVs will be outdated in the market. This doesn’t make them bad cars. The Battery Age Factor Age isn’t easy to accept for anyone....

There’s more to think about than just the price and size. They’re great for email, web browsing, and travel. Many people also use tablets as a portable gaming platform. 97 / Getty Images These devices substitute for many laptop tasks when high performance isn’t required. This guide looks at the key specs and features you should consider before buying a tablet. The old maxim you get what you pay for applies here....

Tips for using Evernote are routinely shared on social media (just search #evernotetip). Bottom line: storing unencrypted data on an internet-facing server is not a great idea. Store Credit Card Statements Credit card statements often include the account number. Tim Robberts/Getty Images Exposure could lead to an increased risk of credit card fraud. Keep Family Social Security Numbers Exposure leaves your entire family at risk of identity theft. This pop in of sensitive information is best kept in a locked file cabinet, not on the internet....

There’s a variety of easy-to-use video mergers and some simple editing tools that can help out. Clideo: A Simple Online Tool Streamlines the process to only the most basic steps. Automatically handles many of the options in other apps. Artal85 / iStock / Getty Images Plus Uploading and downloading large clips can take ages. Default compression option can’t be changed. Clideo is a free web-based tool for joining multiple video clips....

Check the iPhone ringerandvolume. On the side of every iPhone are three buttons: the ringer/mute switch and two volume buttons. To get your iPhone speakers working again, toggle the ringer switch. Apple Inc. Also, raise the volume on the phone as high as it will go. Check the sound options. Go toSettings>Sounds & Hapticsand check the options there. see if the iPhone is stuck in headphone mode. The iPhone can only send audio output to one place at a time....

How to Fix a TV That Looks Blue Turn the TV off and back on again. Doing this rarely helps but only takes a second and has a slight chance of resolving the problem. Press theMenubutton on your television’s remote. A list of options should appear on the television. Look for a section labeledImage Mode,Picture Mode, orDisplay Mode. This section will include preset modes with labels such asCinematicorBright. Flip through these modes to see if the resulting image is more to your liking....

In that case, you’ll have to wait until you get home to play. If the server is down, you’re free to only wait until it’s fixed. Check Roblox’s official social media accounts for updates on system outages. A quick reboot can resolve any temporary technical issues preventing you from connecting to Roblox. reboot your router and modem. Rebooting your internet equipment will reset your internet so that you have the best connection possible....

This error means Android wasn’t able to install an app. How to Fix a Parse Error Below are our best suggestions for fixing an Android parse error. After completing each fix, try installing the app once again. If you still see the error, move on to the next step. Update to the latest version of Android. The app you’re trying to install may not work with an older OS version....

Accessories and iCloud are key players in making this happen. And luckily, you might find plenty offree textbooks onlineif you know where to look. If youre interested in downloading books to your gear, you dont necessarily need to commit to purchasing them. AmnajKhetsamtip / Getty Images Plenty of sites offerfree book downloadsto your iPad. Numerous iPad apps can help you keep up with all the moving pieces. Other options, like myHomework Student Planner, work specifically to track classes and assignments....

Weight lifting without a personal trainer can be complicated and overwhelming. Best for Weight Lifting Beginners: Fitbod Workout & Fitness Plans Beautiful design. The AI guide makes it intuitive to use. Young woman lifting weight.T.T./Getty Images It builds on earlier workouts to suggest new ones. The AI can suggest wrong weights. Lack of detailed instructions to guide proper form. Too simple for intermediate or experienced lifters. Use an algorithm to build your personalized weight lifting plan....

Many products conform to the802.11a,802.11b/g/n, and802.11acwireless standards, collectively known as Wi-Fi technologies. Other wireless technologies, such as Bluetooth, also exist, fulfilling specific networking functions. For quick reference,802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), approved in 2024, is the most recent standard. Lifewire These are routinely updated, much like how software is updated on smartphones or computers. What Is 802.11? In 1997, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers created the first WLAN standard. They called it802....

It replaced older802.11a,802.11b, and802.11gWi-Fi technologies but was superseded by the802.11acin 2013 and802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)in 2019. 802.11ay (Wi-Fi 7) is up next. Each standard is faster and more reliable than the one that came before it and is generally backward-compatible. TheWi-Fi Alliancerefers to the various technologies by a simplified Wi-Fi version number. In this scheme, 802.11n is known as Wi-Fi 4. The packaging of any Wi-Fi gear you purchase reflects which of these standards the gear supports....

On Wednesday, the company announced the $25Retro Receiver for PS. Nearly every modern gamepad is supported, including thePS5s excellent DualSensecontroller. That same port also allows you to update the Retro Receiver with the latest firmware from 8BitDo. A closeup of 8BitDo’s Retro Receiver for PS.8BitDo The Retro Receiver for PS is available to purchase starting today through8BitDos websiteandAmazon.