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Anyone running the current stable build ofGoogle Chrome (version 114)on desktop knows the UI doesn’t make it easy to tell the currently active tab apart from the others. It is usually just a shade darker or lighter than the others, but as much as we love dynamic theming, one of the world’smost popular web browsersought to have a better UI. Google seems to have received the memo because it’s now testing a mix of dynamic theming and Microsoft’s Mica material to differentiate the active tab....

Google finallypulled the plug on the confusing Play Movies & TV appon October 5, giving yourAndroid TVdevice a much-needed decluttering. While the move cleared up a bit of the video app chaos, Google is still juggling too many places where you can buy or rent movies and TV shows. For instance, video content is still available to buy through YouTube, Android TV,and Google TV. Starting January 17, these platforms will also serve as the home of your past purchases from Google....

The days of forgetting your passwords are over, at least according to Google. Yes, there are numerous password managers out there, like Google Password Manager, that serve as a way to save your written passwords across various platforms, but Google wants to get rid of passwords altogether withPasskeys. The tech conglomerate calls it the “easier, safer alternative to passwords,” and it’s now available on Google Pixel phones and the Pixel tablet with mega brands getting in on the action....

Weather forecasting has greatly benefited from advancements in technology over the past century, but many believe there’s still room for improvement. Knowing what to expect can be the difference between life and death in instances ofsevere weather. For this reason, experts are searching for ways to make more accurate predictions, and AI is proving to be a helpful tool. Now, Google’s DeepMind — the company’s AI research laboratory — has developed a machine-learning model (MLM) that is demonstrating just how helpful it can be....

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for House of the Dragon season 2, episode 4. Summary House of the Dragonseason 2, episode 4 is a brilliant installment that evokesGame of Thronesat its most spectacular. The prequel has been smoking for a while now, threatening to catch fire but never quite doing so. It feels like we’ve long heard claims such as “the real war starts now,” without quite getting it, despite some big moments like Aemond Targaryen killing Lucerys Velaryon inHouse of the Dragonseason 1’s ending....

How to Do a Word Count in Microsoft Word Sometimes it is vital to know the number of words in a document, especially where the word limit is pre-defined. It could be when you are submitting some online forms or writing answers. Knowing the word count is also necessary when you’re writing an article, a book, or an essay for a school project. Fortunately, Microsoft Word allows you to do a word count easily on any document....

How to Fix Netflix When You Can’t Watch 4K Content There’s no better way to enjoy your favorite Netflix shows than streaming them in 4K. Especially if you’re watching on a bigger screen. But if Netflix has suddenly decided to stream in poor picture quality, it might ruin movie night. Netflix’s inability to play content in 4K might be caused by a hardware or software issue, so it’s difficult to pinpoint the exact cause....

We’ve all been there. Staring at a cluttered spreadsheet, trying to find a piece of information. It can be frustrating, time-consuming, and lead to mistakes. Google Sheets allows you to hide columns and rows, decluttering your workspace and making the experience smoother. This article shows how to go about it, whether you’re working on atop-of-the-line Chromebookor Android phone. 6 simple ways to search in Google Sheets Quickly find relevant data in Google Sheets!...

How to Play Old Championship Manager for Free on Your Windows PC Championship Manager 01/02 was one of the highlights of the Championship Manager series, the precursor to the Football Manager franchise. Many soccer fanatics and more casual players still adore that retro game because it’s both an accessible yet in-depth soccer management simulator that’s not overly complex, with many playable leagues and a big database of players. Eidos Interactive made Championship Manager 01/02 a freely available download from 2008, and online communities have kept this classic retro game alive and kicking ever since....

Summary Stephen King’sThe Dark Towerseries is his magnum opus, but with such a sprawling series of novels and multiple short stories across decades, it can be difficult to know the best reading order for those just jumping in.The Dark TowerandStephen King’s macroverse, is sprawling and vast. What originally started as just the seed of an idea in King’s mind in the 1970s eventually grew into his magnum opus and the series through which so many of his other books and stories are interconnected....

The Interplanetary File System (IPFS) is designed to make data sharing decentralized and resistant to censorship. It’s different from blockchain technology but has much in common and could form the basis of Web3. To access and use the IPFS, you need to set up an environment that supports the protocol on your computer, and this is how you do it. How to Set Up IPFS All you need is a computer and an internet connection to set up theIPFS....

S&Q, or Slow and Quick mode, is one of the most overlooked camera features for many budding video creators. It seems complicated at first, which is why most people avoid it. However, this article will demystify S&Q settings, so you’re able to start shooting slow motion and timelapses with ease. What Is S&Q Mode? For a normal 30fps video project, a 120fps video file can be slowed down to 4x slow motion while remaining smooth....

Quick Links A Live Linux USB is one of the best rescue tools every computer user should have. Not only can it help restore your computer in a jam, but it also has several other substantial benefits and uses. Oh, and did I mention that it’s completely free? 1Backup Operating System A Live Linux USB stick is a portable USB flash drive that contains a Linux operating system (OS). The word “live” here means that this USB stick can boot and run the OS directly without installing it on a computer hard drive....