How to Connect Alexa to Your TV for Smart Voice Control
Though it’s commonly used with smart home devices like the Echo Pop and Echo Show 8, the Alexa voice assistant works just as well on most TVs. When connected to …
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How to Drop In on an Echo, Echo Show, or Echo Dot
There’s a lot to love about Echo devices like the Echo Show 8 and Echo Dot, including their support for Alexa and impressive audio capabilities. But one of their lesser-known …
How to download Instagram photos for free
Instagram is amazing, and many of us use it as a record of our lives — uploading the best bits of our trips, adventures, and notable moments. But sometimes you can …
How to download movies from Netflix for offline viewing
If you want to enjoy a Netflix movie while on a plane or other place with poor reception, you can always download a movie for offline viewing. Downloading content to …
How to find downloaded files on an iPhone or Android phone
Believe it or not, finding files you’ve downloaded on your iPhone or Android phone can be tougher than you think. Even the best smartphones can quickly become a handheld electronic …
Stop Closing Your iPhone’s Background Apps
Apple users seem unanimously convinced that closing background apps is a good habit, but it’s more likely a waste of time. For too long, I’ve watched friends and family orchestrate …
The best iPhone and Android apps for Black History Month 2024
Digital Trends February is celebrated as Black History Month to honor Black Americans’ remarkable achievements and contributions. The theme for this year is “African Americans and the Arts,” which shines …
How to turn your old phone into a security camera
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably amassed a drawer of unused electronics over the years. Many of these are probably smartphones — after all, carriers offer great promotions nowadays, …
11 Sonos tips, tricks, and little-known features
Sonos is an excellent multiroom wireless sound system that offers a wide range of speakers to meet different needs. Whether you’re looking for a Wi-Fi-connected single speaker like the Play …
How to replace Google Assistant with Gemini on Android
Google has rebranded its Bard chatbot to Gemini, and not only has it released an Android app for easy access to the GenAI-powered assistant, but it has the ability to …