What are AMD’s PBO (Precision Boost Overdrive), and AutoOC (Auto OverClocking)? The 3rd generation Ryzen processors offer both PBO and AutoOC. PBO comes from Precision Boost Overdrive and enables your AMD 3rd Gen Ryzen processor to maintain higher voltages for longer times, if the motherboard’s Voltage Regulator Modules (VRM) can handle them, and if the temperature of the processor does not get too high. Precision Boost Overdrive is not the same thing as Precision Boost, which already handles the stock boost clock of the processor.
NOTE: This guide covers smartphones with Android 8 Oreo and Android 9 Pie. In our screenshots, Android 8 Oreo is always on the left, while Android 9 Pie is on the right. If you do not know what version of Android you are using, read How to check the Android version on your smartphone or tablet?
First, find the settings for your Android keyboard (Gboard or SwiftKey) No matter what keyboard you use on your Android smartphone, you first need to open its settings.
NOTE: You can also check out our guides explaining what is a SIM card or what is Dual SIM for more details.
How to change the Dual SIM settings from the Quick Settings Panel on Samsung Galaxy The Android Quick Settings on a Samsung Galaxy smartphone offer a fast way to set the default SIM for calls, text messages, or mobile data. If they are enabled, you should see the three options in the middle of the extended Quick Settings panel.
1. Create a file on the desktop or using File Explorer The easiest and most common way to create files in Windows is by using the right-click menu on the desktop or in File Explorer. Here are the steps you need to follow: Go to the desktop and right-click or press and hold on an empty space. In the context menu displayed, click/tap or hover over New, then select the type of file you’d like to create.
How It Worked in Windows 8 In Windows 8, when you want to remove a wireless network, you open the Networks pane (this tutorial explains how: How to Manage Wireless Network Connections & Profiles in Windows 8) and right-click or press and hold the network you wanted removed. A contextual menu is opened and it includes the option to “Forget this network”. Easy, isn’t it? Unfortunately, in Windows 8.1 you can no longer right-click in the Networks pane and there is no contextual menu to display.
How to Delete Any Network Connection from Windows 8 & Windows 8.1 First, open the Network and Sharing Center. On the column on the left, click or tap “Change adapter settings”. The Network Connections window is opened. Here you will see all the available network connections: ethernet and wireless adapters, virtual adapters installed by virtualization software, your VPN or PPPOE connections, etc. First, select the connection you want to delete. Then, on the toolbar on the top, click or tap “Delete this connection”.
NOTE: This tutorial illustrates how to pin websites to the taskbar or the Start Menu in Windows 10 and Windows 11. To learn more about pinning to Start or to the taskbar and finding out what else you can pin in each operating system, read:
How to pin to Start Menu in Windows 10: The complete guide How to pin to Start Menu in Windows 11 9 ways to pin shortcuts to the Windows 10 taskbar
How to restore your user folders to their default location (Documents, Downloads, Pictures, etc.) Each user account on a Windows computer has at least a dozen user folders. Some of these are hidden, and the user does not interact with them directly. However, they can be used automatically by Windows or the apps you’ve installed. If you have moved some of these folders to a new location, or you installed and configured OneDrive, which then moved their location automatically to the OneDrive folder, you can change your mind and reset their location to the default user folder.
Save the EU Digital COVID Certificate on your smartphone The safest way to store and get quick access to your EU Digital COVID Certificate is to keep it as a PDF file on your smartphone, locally. Depending on where you live in the European Union, you must first use a browser like Google Chrome to visit your government’s COVID certificates website. Then, follow the steps required to get your vaccination certificate.
Essential aspects about Nearby sharing on Windows Windows’ Nearby sharing feature enables the sharing of content such as files, documents, photos, or website links among nearby devices, using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Nearby sharing works between PCs running either Windows 10 or Windows 11. Any scenario involving the two operating systems is valid: you can send and receive content from a Windows 10 PC to a Windows 11 device, from a Windows 11 PC to a Windows 10 computer, from a Windows 10 to a Windows 10 device, and from a Windows 11 to a Windows 11 computer.
NOTE: This article is about the On-Screen Keyboard feature available in Windows 10 and Windows 11. These operating systems also include a touch keyboard feature. However, while the On-Screen Keyboard is an accessibility tool that can be used with a mouse, touch, a joystick, or even with a single key, the touch keyboard is designed for devices with a touchscreen and can be opened by tapping on a text box or selecting the touch keyboard icon on the taskbar.
NOTE: The screenshots from this tutorial are taken in Windows 10 October 2020 Update (version 20H2). If things look different on your device, you might have an older version of Windows 10.
Where are Windows 10 notifications stored? How do I find the Action Center in Windows 10? “What is the Action Center in Windows 10?” and “Where are Windows 10 notifications stored?” are two related questions. The answer to both of them is this: Windows 10’s Action Center is the place where you get notifications from the operating system and from your apps.
Intel Core i9-14900K: Who is it good for? This processor is a good choice if:
You’re looking for the highest levels of performance You have a generous budget Thermal and power consumption requirements are not something you worry about
Pros and cons These are the positive aspects of the Intel Core i9-14900K:
It’s extremely fast, and the high performance levels it delivers are undeniable It can reach 6 GHz out of the box Compatible with PCI Express 5.
What is included in the free version of Microsoft Teams? The new free version of Microsoft Teams is designed for small and midsize businesses. The product is built on top of Microsoft’s global secure infrastructure, and it brings together chat, meetings, files, and apps. It is also integrated with Office, Skype, and SharePoint - critical products in Microsoft’s portfolio for business users. The free version includes the following distinguishing features:
Razer Seiren V3 Chroma: Who is it good for? The Razer Seiren V3 Chroma is a good choice if:
You’re a streamer and need a pro-grade microphone You’re a gamer and want to chat in high quality with fellow gamers You love devices with RGB lights and minimalistic designs
Pros and cons In my opinion, the main pros of the Razer Seiren V3 Chroma are these:
High-quality sound recording The cardioid pick-up pattern reduces unwanted noise Robust and minimalist design Easy to use - just plug it into a USB port Beautiful and functional RGB lighting Useful touch panel on top and dial on the front Minimal footprint on your desk Can be customized with the Razer app
Razer Stream Controller X: Who is it good for? The Razer Stream Controller X is an excellent choice for:
Streamers who want easy access to all their tools Content creators such as photographers or videographers Anyone who fancies having a deck with all their favorite shortcuts
Pros and cons These are the main positive aspects of the Razer Stream Controller X:
15 programmable buttons Bright, colorful, and high-resolution LCD screen behind every button Good build quality Magnetic 50-degree desk stand included Excellent software (Loupedeck) for customization Works out-of-the-box with all the popular streaming services and content-creating apps
Hardware Specifications I tested a router with the unit part code # F9K1102 v1 which seems to be the latest available on the market at the time of the review. The complete hardware specifications can be found here: N600 DB Wireless Dual-Band N+ Router. The things I found worth highlighting are the following:
It offers a dual band, dual concurrent radio running at 2.4GHz and 5GHz. Therefore you can have two wireless networks running simultaneously: the 2.
Microsoft Comfort Curve 3000 - Unboxing and Specifications The Microsoft Comfort Curve 3000 comes in a red and white box, somewhat typical to Microsoft’s keyboards. The packaging is very similar to that of the Microsoft Sculpt Comfort keyboard that we have reviewed some time ago. Since I didn’t have a proper photo camera around, I used my smartphone’s camera to shoot the pictures below, so please excuse the poor image quality.
Unboxing and hardware specifications The Kingston DataTraveler 2000 comes in a simple plastic wrapping which you will have to cut in order to get to the contents. Inside, you’ll find the USB memory stick, a metallic sleeve for it, and a piece of paper cardboard on which it is printed the quick user guide and the warranty details. The Kingston DataTraveler 2000 is a USB 3.1 Generation 1 memory stick (or simply USB 3.
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G: Who is it good for? The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is a good choice for:
People who are looking for a good mid-range Android smartphone Users who appreciate a good quality screen Anyone who doesn’t want to spend a fortune on a flagship yet prefers a midrange option from a trusted manufacturer
Pros and cons The best things about the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G are:
Super AMOLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate and excellent brightness For a mid-range device, the camera system is quite capable, supporting 4K resolution and OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) It’s protected against dust and water (IP67 certification) It comes with the latest Android 12 and Samsung One UI 4.