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15 Apple Watch Tips and Tricks That Will Change the Way You Use it

Apple launched the Apple Watch in April 2015 and since then the wearable device has become one of the best accessories for the iPhone, second only to the Airpods. The earlier versions of the Apple Watch faced some issues and were met with harsh criticism over their relevance. However after almost 5 years, the Apple Watch has become the favourite of Apple fans along with adding new features to its arsenal with every update. Using an Apple Watch is fairly easy but using it to fullest may require you to learn some tricks. Here are a few of them to get you started. Track your sleep Worried about your sleep schedule? Apple Watch’s new update allows third party apps like Pillow and Auto Sleep to monitor your sleep schedule so that you can get insights on your sleeping activity. Unlock your Mac If you have a Mac released in 2014 or later with the new macOS Sierra 10.12 or higher, you can directly unlock your Mac from your Apple Watch. Head over to your Mac and select System Preferences

Rainbow Six Siege Will Be Getting A Battle Pass

The host of Season 9 champions and Creator’s Cup main event, Raleigh Major, announced that Rainbow Six Siege is all set to get a royal battle pass. This is similar to what PUBG and Fortnite do to earn revenue, but Ubisoft’s revelation received many negative reviews. The mixed reviews were the result of Six Siege already being an expensive game, which charges for annual seasonal passes. The reveal at the Raleigh Major 2019 received somewhat adverse reactions as seen at the live stream on Twitch. 1.    The First Battle Pass The first battle pass in Phase 1 is going to be free as it is a test. It will be released in the upcoming third season named Operation Ember Rise. It will be in the form of Mini battle pass that will balance things along with optimizing the monetization. 2.    Phase 2 Season 4 will get a full-fledged royal battle pass which will contain both premium and free tracks. There will be more story elements injected into the story as the game does not allow

How to Fix Instagram Not Working Issues

Facebook now owns Instagram, that is one of the largest social media brands in the world. Yet, Instagram can occur with issues where it stops working or creates other errors while you try to load the page. Surely, there is a guide to fix these issues, so let us get started! Check if the website is down Sometimes, you try to open and land on the main page of Instagram, but it doesn’t load or keeps crashing. In such a situation, the problem might lie in its server. But before getting to that, try logging into your account from some other device. You can always check the status of the Instagram by visiting ‘DownDetector Instagram’ page, that will inform you if the Instagram is down for everyone or it’s a problem occurring only with you. Check your Internet connection If you use Cellular data, check if all the data is used already, that can be a cause of Instagram not loading. On the other hand, if you’re connected to the Wi-Fi, you can unplug and then try connecting it again af

How to Troubleshoot Zoom Call Issues

A lot of individuals or businesses have started using Zoom call as a source of connectivity. It has become a popular platform as it helps in video conferencing with a lot of participants at once, therefore, making it easy for you to interact as well as save time. Zoom call can occur with audio or video issues sometimes that can be fixed instantly with the right guidance. Thus, below mentioned are the tips for troubleshooting your Zoom application: Check for system requirements It doesn’t matter if your device is working fine and you have the application, the system demands more than that. It is essential to keep your application up-to-date for a better and smooth experience. The steps to update the Zoom app on an Android are: Open the ‘Play Store.’ On the top left side of the window, click on the ‘Options’ icon. Tap on ‘My apps & Games’ to look for the pending updates of the apps downloaded in your phone. Locate the ‘Zoom’ option and tap on the ‘Update’ button next to

How to Organize Your Spotify Library

A big collection of Spotify can be a challenging task to organize. A variety of music with so many genres, hundreds of playlists, and a vast choice to make. Not only music, but Spotify also provides you with podcasts in a huge range. A Spotify library can hold 10,000 tracks, and you can separate or arrange these libraries based on the artists, genre, albums, etc. Let us first talk about the advantages of creating Spotify Playlist/Library: Connect with the audience Social media is a great influence to make new connections and start a conversation over anything and everything. But Spotify brings together people who are music lovers and you can find people of your own kind. Each time you discover new music As mentioned earlier, Spotify has hundreds and thousands of tunes you can listen to. And every time you want to discover, you can’t get enough of what it provides. You can build a huge playlist for every occasion and mood and get to the swing of it. Promote artists You mig

How to Fix Rust Keeps Crashing?

Rust is one of the best survival games. If it allows you to chat with other gamers while playing, but some players may face crashing issues. It may crash on startup or in the middle of an intense gaming session. Read on to learn more about how to fix Rust keeps crashing issue. Run Steam as an Administrator Firstly, you have to shut the Steam right now. Then select the Steam button and choose the Properties option. You should select the Compatibility section and mark the ‘Run this program as an administrator’ box. Thereafter, select the Apply and then OK button. Opt-Out of the Steam Beta You should run the Steam on your device. After that, select the Steam and then choose the Settings option. Go to the button of CHANGE and click on it. Click on the ‘Beta participation’ drop-down and choose the ‘NONE – Opt-out of all beta programs’ then select the OK button. Now, reopen the Steam and choose Rust. Stop Background Programs on Windows 10 Navigate to the taskbar, and right-

How to Fix Spotify won’t open on Windows 10?

Spotify is one of the best digital music streaming services that allow access to lots of songs and different types of audio content. But some Windows 10 users reported that they couldn’t access Spotify on their system. Read on and learn how to fix Spotify not opening on Windows 10 issue. Run Compatibility Mode Here is how you can run Spotify on compatibility mode. Go to the Spotify desktop shortcut and right-click on it. After that, click on the Properties option. If you don’t see a Spotify shortcut, go to the pursuing location: C:/Users/tashreef/AppDataRoaming/Spotify Or C:/Program Files/Spotify Navigate to the file of ‘Spotify.exe’ and choose the Properties option. You should reach the properties screen, launch the section of ‘Compatibility.’ Select the button of ‘Change settings for all users’ on the lower side of the screen. Beneath the ‘Compatibility mode,’ mark the ‘Run this program in compatibility mode’ box. You have to choose the recent Windows version. Undernea

Borderlands 3: Patch Notes and Hotfixes

Borderlands 3 is one of the best games available in the virtual market and recently, the game developers have released some updates and hotfixes to improve the gameplay. So, here is a list of updates that you will attain by connecting the game to the internet. Borderlands 3: Stability Solved several crashes that usually occurs when accessing the ECHO menu. Solved a bug that usually arises after leaving to the main menu. Resolved a crash that occurs during a four user multiplayer session when transitioning to Athenas. Fixed the error that arises when an iron bear was eliminated. Solved an issue that generally occurs in the networked games. Resolved a problem that usually occurs during Marcus intro when split-screen party unites another game. Solved a break down related to the Minimap Widget. Solved numerous errors arise when the gamers fast traveled. Stopped the benchmark elements when in a coop group. Borderlands 3: User Interface Enhanced the overall performance in the

How to Use your iPhone as a Webcam

iPhone’s have a high-quality camera due to which it is one of the leading brands today. An iPhone camera could be used for professional photography in absence of DSLRs, but there is another use of an iPhone camera. Webcams are not easy to find under current circumstances, so why not use an iPhone camera as a Webcam? It could be used in a simpler way by just putting iPhone applications to use. In case you’re using your iPhone as a webcam, it would require you to install an application on your iPhone while an alternative one on your PC or system. Undoubtedly, this is quick, simple, but rather than doing this, why not use installed apps like Zoom, WhatsApp or, Skype. These applications are meant to work just great on small screens and easy to use. For handsfree experience, Tripods are a great option to opt. There are a lot of affordable Tripods available in the market which could be purchased for an easy event. Above mentioned was a simpler trick to use an iPhone for a good webcam

10 Best Free Internet Calling Apps

Luckily, users can call free of cost by using an internet connection. It is worth noting the fact that people need to download a program or application for making and receiving calls. Here are the best internet calling apps. Google Voice The best thing about this app is that it not only works on computers but also on phones. And it comprises of voice calls as well. However, there is a restriction on the time duration of every call. FreedomPop It allows you to make calls on any of the phones in the US. One feature that distinguishes it from the rest of the apps is that it makes calling utterly free of cost even if the next person doesn’t have the application on their cells. It is used on both i.e., Android and iPhone. WhatsApp There is no location restriction in the app. In simple words, people can use it in any part of the world. Majority of people love using it because it allows people to connect to others from the phone contacts itself. It works on plenty of gadgets like ph

How to Speed Up Your Home Internet

Thinking of fixing Home Internet issues? If such is the case, then this blog is for you. The internet is the most vital part of our digital life as everybody is using it for various purposes. If you are using the Internet and it is running slow, then it’s a serious issue and needs to be fixed. Generally, ISP requires much money as a subscription fee for providing a reliable, stable, and fast internet connection, but sometimes it fails to run smoothly as usual. In this case, it needs to fix this issue to do your task more quickly as usual. Follow the under-mentioned instructions to troubleshoot Internet issues for your home internet connection: Easy Steps for Comparing the Speed of the Internet to Your Plans The first and foremost process is to compare your plan with your internet speed. Then, cross-check that the internet speed is coming as per your subscription plan. If it’s getting low then your plan, then it needs to troubleshoot the issue. For Example: In case you are rece

How to Promote Your YouTube Channel

This free of cost application lets users across the world watch videos regarding news, sports or entertainment. Founded in 2005, YouTube has now become one of the most visited sites. Currently, there are around 2 billion active users on YouTube making it the second largest search engine after Google. You can watch or create videos regarding entertainment, knowledge, health, tech and more through this platform and share with your audience. But to gain widespread attention requires a broad audience. To grow your channel on YouTube, you will have to find out ways by which you can reach a more significant number of viewers. You can do it by trying out new formulas every time to check whichever works well for your channel. Although there are various websites which are offering paid promotions including YouTube itself, if you are a beginner and have recently started your page, then you should always put your efforts first to increase your page reach. It is because the content is what matt

How to Deactivate Your Instagram Account Permanently

All the millennials must be aware of Instagram -the most liked social networking app. It allows you to share your videos and photos for free from any device smartphone or PC. If you are unaware of the app, this is an excellent platform for not only personal use but for marketing your brand as well. There are more than 550 million active users per month on these apps. You can share your photos, videos, GIFs, etc. on your stories, and it will be visible for up to 24 hours only. Create highlights, and it will appear on the news feed or the main page of the user’s profile. This is such a secure and safe app that no unknown person can send you messages, tag you in pictures, etc. without your permission. However, you need to follow Instagram’s community guidelines to continue using your ID, or else your ID can be marked as spam, reported and blocked by the users, and eventually, Instagram will remove your account from the app. No matter how engaging, colorful and full of information this

Subway Surfers: 5 Tricks, Tips and Strategies to Stay Ahead

Playing Subway Surfers in free time is quite entertaining and addictive. But sometimes this game makes you beg for the coins. Why? Because only coins will provide you the opportunity to buy some fantastic tools and gadgets in the game, which makes it even for exciting and joyful. I am playing this game for a while now, and I have discovered some awesome tricks and strategies in the game. Today, I am sharing these tricks and tips with you to make your gaming experience more fun. Let’s get started! 1. Hoverboard-the life-saving gadget You may think that the hoverboard is just for making the run more joyful, but it is more than just that. It can save your life when you get trapped between all three trains. You can instantly get a hoverboard by only double tapping at your mobile screen. It will destroy the train in front of you result in saving your life, which will allow you to continue your journey. By doing this trick, you can make a lot of money in a single run. It is the mos

How to Open ODBC Data Source Administrator on Windows 10

ODBC is a database protocol used to connect the Microsoft Access database to another outbound source such as Microsoft SQL Server. ODBC is a specific driver having the capability to fetch various data from Database Management Systems through SQL. Large number exchangeability of various information through computer devices and software is possible through Open Database Connectivity. A single application or software may retrieve multiple Database Management Systems. It’s a windows component that you will need to use the same in order to manage and generate an ODBC data source. Below are the instructions to launch ODBC Data Sources on Windows 10: Starting ODBC data Sources through Taskbar Search First and foremost, hit the search tab situated at the taskbar. Then, enter “odbc” into the provided search section. Once the data sources related to ODBC launches into the search result section that consists of both 32 and 64 bit, then hit the most matched option to expand it. Startin

How to Draw on Photos and Videos on Windows 10

Windows 10 is well furnished with several exciting features, and it also provides unique and upgraded features for those who want to add some creativity to their desired image or videos. Using the Photos app, Adobe Photoshop, and some other third-party tools provides the accessibility to create the desired image. Microsoft provides plenty of interesting options for drawing on Photos and Videos apps on Windows 10. If you want to create your imagination and to share your best of your creativity, then you should follow these guidelines: Editing and Creating via Photos App Photos app also provides various editing tools that a user can use to draw their imagination on their respective desired image. You can boost up your drawing capability with easy and precise manners. The Photos app also provides various sharing options that a user can use to share their desired image or video. This app also provides various pen-type gradient and colouring options that you may customize your imag

Complete Guide to Send Files Over Bluetooth from Windows 10 PC

These days, Bluetooth is one of the amazing modes to send and receive files from computer system to phone, tablet or other device, especially, for the time when users don’t have internet network around. However, this process is too slow among other latest technology, but it is completely free for all users. Although sending or receiving files over Bluetooth haven’t modified a lot in Windows 10, but make sure that it is enabled. Once you enabled it, a Bluetooth icon will appear on the screen by which you can go to the Bluetooth Control Panel just to looking for the device with which user want to connect. Furthermore, Bluetooth is the most convenient and quickest way of sharing files between the two devices. Bluetooth simply signifies that one can utilize this method to share with a wide range of products, from any Windows devices to old feature phones whereas Wi-Fi sharing is faster and more strong as it doesn’t match with  Bluetooth for simplicity and compatibility. Underneath we di

How to Fix the Error Code 0x0001 on GeForce Experience

If your system requires NVIDIA graphics, then you might be using the GeForce Experience utility. This application is created by the NVIDIA itself and can manage the NVIDIA graphics configurations. However, a new error may popup sometimes while using the app. The Error Code 0x0001 is showing up whenever users are trying to access and modify the settings in the program. Here is how to fix the Error Code 0x0001 on NVIDIA Experience with several solutions. Solution 1: Check the NVIDIA Driver Services In this method, we are looking for misconfigurations in the NVIDIA driver services to fix them and then solve the GeForce Experience Error Code 0x0001. See the below guidelines to solve the ongoing issue on your computer: Head to Start Menu. Type services and then right-click on Services. Choose the Run as administrator option. Now you will see all the services of your whole operating system, including the NVIDIA driver services. You have to find these services in the Windows Servic

How to Delete All of Your Instagram Direct Messages

Instagram doesn’t allow users to delete all the direct messages at once. But you can delete all the messages at once. If you want to know the steps to delete all of your Instagram direct messages, then go through the instructions mentioned in this article. Steps to delete all your conversations at once ·        Click on the Direct Message option. ·        It is located at the upper right-hand side of the home screen. ·        Select the conversation which you wish to remove. ·        Pull it to the left-hand side of the screen. ·        Click on the Delete option. ·        After completing these steps, the conversation gets removed from the inbox, ·        Make sure that the other person still can view the conversation. ·        In case you want to remove a particular conversation, then start using the Search bar to get that chats instead of scrolling to the Direct Message inbox. ·        Enter the name of the person. ·        It is given in the text field. · 

How to Fix Microsoft Account that Doesn’t Exist?

If you are attempting to log in to a few Microsoft Services like Outlook or MS 365, then you may end up facing an unexpected error that will stop you from accessing the account. Maybe it occurs when you attempt to login using an alias rather than the name of the account or you forgot the MS account name. If you are facing an error stating that the MS account does not exist, then there are several methods to solve it. Here is how it can be done: Check the Name of Account Firstly, you have to check the spelling of your account name twice. If the spelling is typed correctly, then check your email ID or password. After that, don’t forget to check your email ID domain. Now, attempt to sign in via the previous email ID or contact number, whether they were modified. Locate the Name of Account from the Xbox or Windows 10 PC Go to the Windows menu and select the Settings option. Thereafter, reach the Accounts option then select the ‘Email and accounts’ option. Then look at the MS a

How to setup the Google Stadia Controller?

Stadia is one of the best services for game streaming given by Google. It offers you the newest games on your preferred gaming device like Phone, PC, or Chromecast Ultra. For Stadia, you don’t require high-level PC or any special hardware because of its compatibility with any third-party controllers. It gives you the best gaming experience with a lot of methods to play. So, if you would like to configure the Google Stadia Controller, then here are the instructions given below. Link Stadia Controller to Wi-Fi First of all, you have to open the Stadia application on the matchable tablet or phone. After that, press the button of Stadia on the controller till the controller vibrates. You should select the controller button on the top right-hand side of the application of Stadia. In the case of the pop-up, turn on the location access, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. You have to wait for the application to locate the controller then choose it over the list. Then wait for the controller to vi

How to Set Custom Backgrounds on Microsoft Teams

Ever thought of moving background images or any changing to any other background than the ordinary one, while you’re video calling? For instance, if you have a messy room and do not have time to clean it up, on the other hand, you have got a meeting fixed, what would you prefer? Changing the background or cleaning the room? Of course, changing the background will help. This is very easy to do with Microsoft Teams, that enables you to change the background from a list it provides, while on a video call. Not only this, but you can also browse and select the background of your choice as well. Let us begin with discussing how to set up a custom background on Microsoft Teams. How to set a custom background of your own choice? The steps to upload a custom background by browsing on your computer is a complex process, but you can set it up if you exactly go through the method mentioned below. Go to the ‘File Explorer’ and click on the ‘This PC’ button. The windows will appear with

How to Fix Sound Not Working on Instagram?

Can you imagine a day without Instagram? A day without posting good stuff, or merely scrolling to interesting feeds? Well, this sounds impossible. A picture and video sharing platform, Instagram has never stopped winning millions of hearts since its inception. But what if you decide to watch a video on the platform and the sound goes off? How disappointing would it be! You have indeed faced this situation many times before, didn’t you? The key to solving this problem is here. Read on. The Basics Instagram videos generally have a sound icon somewhere on the bottom left of their videos. You will need to tap on this icon to be able to hear the sound whenever you come across a good video. While some consider it a bad feature, many appreciate it too. Sometimes, loud sounds may be inappropriate to be played automatically. Imagine yourself in a crowded metro, and some loud music immediately brings all eyes to you. Thus, tapping on the icon according to your convenience saves you with su