Managing playback and subscribing to podcasts with Alexa hasn’t always been the easiest thing to do by default. Luckily the AnyPod Alexa Skill makes it much simpler.
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How to Enable and Use Shared Experiences in Windows 10
Shared Experiences (Project Rome) is a developing feature in Windows 10 that allows you to send links, files, and messages between devices.
Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 16241 Available Now
Microsoft today announced the availability of Insider Preview Build 16241 for PC and Build 15230 for Mobile for Insiders in the Fast ring.
Enhance Windows 10 Security with Controlled Folder Access
Controlled folder access adds extra security to Windows 10 by monitoring protected folders for changes that apps attempt to make. Here’s how to turn it on.
Fire TV Software Update Lets You Use Alexa to Control It
Amazon is rolling out a new update to its Fire TV devices that will allow you to control it with voice commands via Amazon Echo devices with Alexa.
Increase Windows Defender Cloud Protection Level for Windows 10 Home
You can increase the Windows Defender Cloud protection level for Windows 10 Pro via Group Policy; here’s how to do it in Home versions with a Registry edit.
Windows 10 Tip: Disable the Touchpad when a Mouse is Connected
Tired of accidentally moving or clicking the mouse while typing? This tip will help.
Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 16232.1004 Released, Only a Minor Update
Late Thursday afternoon Microsoft released a minor update to Windows Insider Preview Build 16232.1004. If you blink you’ll miss it.
Amazon Starts its Third Annual Prime Day July 11th
Amazon is doing the mega-sale for Prime members again. The company has announced its third-annual Prime Day coming Tuesday, July 11th.
Five Ways to Customize the Windows 10 Lock Screen
The Windows 10 Lock Screen has several new features compared to previous versions. You can tweak its settings to customize it to work best for you.
How to Unsend a Gmail Message with Undo Send
Instant regret on a Gmail message? Take it back with the undo send feature!
Restore Deleted or Previous Versions of Files from Dropbox
If you use Dropbox to share or store your files, here’s a look at how to recover a deleted file or restore a previous version of a document.
Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 16232 Adds New Security Features
Earlier today, Microsoft rolled out a new Insider Preview Build 16232 for PC and Build 15228 for Mobile. These latest versions include several new enterprise-class security features such as Windows Defender Application Guard (WDAG) and more.
Create Reminders and Multiple Timers with Alexa on Amazon Echo
Amazon recently rolled out an update to beef up Alexa’s basic features. Here’s a look at how to create reminders or set multiple timers on your Echo device.