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Fortune does a nice look back on how long Apple has waited from announcement (which seems to be October 4th at this point) and actual launch of the iPhones and iPads. Initial launch windows are huge because there weren’t really competitors in the space quite yet. Importantly, the general trend is towards a smaller window. Ten days out, October 14th, seems like a reasonable projection, doesn’t it? Ahead of the launch, Samsung wants iPhone 5 banished from Korea (9to5mac....

It’s your last chance to guess what Apple Watch will cost ahead of today’s ‘Spring Forward’ event where CEO Tim Cook and company are expected to fill us in on pricing, availability, and hopefully preorders. We know Apple Watch will start at $349, likely for the Sport model, but what we’re really interested in is the starting price for the most expensive model(s): the 18k gold Apple Watch Edition and the stainless steel Apple Watch with stainless steel band (pictured above)....

Microsoft wants everyone to use PowerShell instead of the Command Prompt. So, in the Creators Update, they changed the Open command window here option to Open PowerShell window here on the folder context menu. They also changed the Command Prompt options on the Power User Menu (Windows key + X) to PowerShell. But we already showed you how to switch that back. Today we’ll show you how to add the Open command window here option back to the folder right-click menu and to the right-click menu when you’re in a folder....

Update: Picasa is no longer a service. Google is moving to Google Photos. Here is what the company says: Step 1 – Download and Install iTunes or Quicktime No real magic here. Just head over to http://www.apple.com/itunes/, and you should be able to grab a copy. If your not an iTunes (iPhone/iPod etc..) user, don’t install iTunes. Just grab a copy of Quicktime here: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/. Once downloaded, install the app....

Many Apple Watch owners don’t know how to back up their Apple Watch and the process isn’t entirely obvious. Read along as we walk you through how to back up your Apple Watch. This will be especially useful if you’re looking to upgrade your iPhone any time soon. Your iPhone automatically backs up your Apple Watch, but it is unclear when or how often it backs up. This guide will walk you through how to force your Apple Watch to back up....

TikTok is a trend-driven creative social media app for watching, sharing, and creating short video clips. It was launched in 2017 and has gathered staggering 689 million monthly users. However, its persistent use has brought various issues for the people using it. From overuse of the app to hate speech or clickbait scams, today, TikTok has more shortcomings rather than endless entertainment. Moreover, it is showing adverse effects, especially on children....

Nintendo Switch is gaining popularity among youngsters these days due to the increasing craze of video games. It is famous because of the spontaneous interface as well as the effortless usability. But, the only issue about which people complain is that it offers ease in accessing inappropriate content too. Majorly, children and youngsters access unsuitable content with the use of YouTube. It is the reason people madly want to know the ways with which they can block YouTube on Nintendo Switch....

HBO Max is yet another streaming service offering HBO’s programming and content from WarnerMedia. It was released on May 27, 2020, and offers around 10,000 hours of content for its subscribers. HBO Max is similar to other streaming services in terms of the features it has to offer for the user. If you share your HBO Max subscription with others in your family or your friends, you might want to change your profile image in HBO Max....

Imagine if Nathan Apodaca never took TikTok by storm with his combo of cranberry juice, skateboarding and Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” or if Jalaiah Harmon never created the Renegade. Social media would be kind of boring because, let’s be honest, your photo of what you ate for lunch doesn’t quite capture my attention like the content these creators put out. Creators are also capturing the attention of brands and social networks, who see opportunities to expand their consumer base and collaborate on content....

Let us now look at C++ Hello World Code: Step 1) On configuration page. Select create the cache now option. You should see a screen something like this In some computers and operating systems, it asks whether to include all the libraries. If the option is selected, it will install all the libraries. Step 2) Create a new source file. Once the program opens, you need to create a new source file, so you can start writing your first C++ program....

For instance, say you have a Windows 7 PC and want to transfer the ones from Windows 10 to it. Here’s how to find them. Windows 10 Wallpapers Location in Version 10586 Simply head to C:\windows\web and there you should find a bunch of folders for 4K, Screen, and Wallpaper. The 4K folder has the Windows 10 hero image. It’s worth noting that the manufacturer of you PC might have put more wallpapers in these folders, these are just the defaults....

Holiday photo books have always been well-received gifts, whether it’s photos of the vacations and other fun experiences you’ve had with your significant other, or photos of your kids as a present for their grandparents. But they also take some time and effort to put together. I’ve created a number of photo books over the years, and I’ve noticed that people seem more appreciative of them now that most photos are only ever seen digitally....

Philips Hue is the gold standard of HomeKit bulbs, and I am delighted with the ones I own. They’re bright, rarely need to be rebooted to fix a disconnection, and offer many color combinations. On the other hand, they’re somewhat expensive since it requires a purchase of a hub. If you want a low-cost way to switch over to HomeKit bulbs, check out these two options. HomeKit Weekly is a series focused on smart home accessories, automation tips and tricks, and everything to do with Apple’s smart home framework....

Popular HomeKit accessory maker Lutron has acquired smart LED company Ketra. The announcement was made via a press release today, with Lutron touting the acquisition as a “natural extension” of its existing smart accessory efforts… In the press release, Lutron co-CEO Mike Pessina touts that Ketra’s range of lights will perfectly complement the Lutron smart accessories. “Ketra’s range of quality light complements the Lutron light control product offering and enables our customers to create a more comfortable, productive and pleasant environment at home and at work,” he said in the release....

A total makeover. That’s what Dunlap discovered when she walked through the doors of Dress For Success (DFS) Indianapolis. She was looking for clothes because she couldn’t afford an interview suit; she ended up clothed in something that suited her much better. The mission of Dress for Success Indianapolis is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life....

Like most ‘attractive young people in New York’ sitcoms, How I Met Your Mother is all about the friendships. Yes, it’s about romance (and the never-ending search for it), but while boyfriends and girlfriends come and go, it’s the core group of friends that give the show its heart and soul. Except that, when you start to look at little closer at some of these ‘friendships’, they aren’t quite as heartwarming as that opening montage of bar photos would have us believe....

With TikTok, you’ll soon realize that limited cellular data plans are not enough. But before you decide to upgrade with your carrier, have you tried all other options? In this article, you’ll find out how much data does TikTok use and the simple steps to reduce this usage. Let’s dive in! How Much Data Does TikTok Use? There are more than 1.1 million TikTok users in Australia, with Gen Z accounting for over a million of them....

Keyboard shortcuts that allow for quick entry of longer strings of text were introduced with iOS 5. The feature allows users to enter a short bit of text and have it automatically converted to a longer message. Now with iOS 7 and Mavericks, keyboard shortcuts will sync between iOS devices and the Mac through the “Documents and Data” setting in iCloud. In this how-to you’ll learn how to create and sync sync keyboard shortcuts in iOS 7 and Mavericks....

Today, there are a plethora of social media platforms that have managed to create their own niche on the internet. However, Facebook still remains one of the prominent social networking apps. Millions of people use it daily for hours to keep in touch with the whole world. Many of these users access Facebook from smartphone apps. Others log into the application from a web browser. Those who use Facebook for web, they have a lot of work to do....

Discord Nitro is a premium service for Discord that allows users to access several enhanced features. If you’re a Nitro subscriber and want to cancel your subscription, you can do so from within the Discord app on your mobile device. But how do you go about that? With the steps above, you’re good to go! However, you need to know more about canceling a Discord Nitro subscription. Hence, this guide will show you how to cancel your Discord Nitro subscription on your mobile device....