By default, Superfetch is set to run automatically on boot. However, you can disable the service in a few different ways. In this post, we’ll walk you through all of those methods. Before we begin, let’s understand when it is appropriate to disable Superfetch on Windows. When Should You Disable Superfetch (SysMain) Under ideal conditions, you wouldn’t need to disable Superfetch on Windows. However, if your PC is constantly overheating or feels slower than it should be, disabling the Superfetch service might help....

You can use the Hidden album in the Photos app or use third-party cloud storage apps like Google Drive and OneDrive to lock photos with Face ID on your iPhone. We will start with the default trick and move to other options. 1. Use Hidden Album to Lock Photos With Face ID on iPhone The ability to protect the Hidden Album with Face ID is only available with the iOS 16 software....

Do not be disappointed, however. Google Docs may not have native means to display documents in dark mode, but you can instead use workarounds in Chrome to forcibly enable the functionality. They aren’t perfect, and nor are they the most convenient. But they should help you out whenever you want to work on a document late at night without having your eyes blinded. Let’s get started. 1. Enable Chrome Flag Chrome supports a dark theme on Windows 10 and macOS—we all know that....

Then version 3 happened. The uTorrent app was no longer simple and lightweight. It started with a simple change in the icons and ended up with employing a lot of ads. Banner ads, sidebar ads and then promotional content. Ads aren’t necessarily bad. It’s what keeps apps and websites like ours going. And we’ve already told you how to disable ads in uTorrent. But for me at least, they always seep back....

I recently attended a group meeting on Microsoft Teams, and one of the attendees was showing a PowerPoint presentation using screen sharing. On one slide, he used the word Copyright instead of © symbol. That reminded me of the struggle of adding special characters to documents or even in general conversation in Windows 10. I bet it is equally troublesome for many of you to find and use special characters in Windows 10....

Fortunately, it’s possible to fix this error by reducing the size of the Microsoft Outlook data file. Another option is to raise the maximum file size limit for Outlook PST using the Registry Editor. In this post, we’ll walk you through all the possible ways to fix the ‘Outlook data file has reached the maximum size’ error. 1. Compact the Microsoft Outlook Data File Compacting your Outlook data file on Windows is the most effective way to fix the ‘Outlook data file has reached the maximum size’ error....

So, I tested out some RSS Feed Reader apps. And, here’s a quick rundown on the best RSS Feed readers available on the Windows store for Windows 10 PCs. Let’s dig in. 1. NewsFlow If you like simplicity then you’ll love NewsFlow. Following the Windows app design guidelines, Newsflow has given enough space between elements to breathe. It is not that charming but it’s simple, easy to read and navigate....

To create a local account, you’ll need to sign in with an administrative account. After that, you can use any of the following methods to create a local account on your Windows 11 computer. 1. Create a Local User Account Using the Settings App The Settings app provides an easy way to add new users on Windows 11. Here’s how you can use it to create a local account. Step 1: Press the Windows key + I to launch the Settings app....

Thankfully, you can resolve most of the causes for high CPU usage on Mac to bring back your Mac to optimal working conditions. If you are also experiencing the same problem, here are five ways you can use to fix high CPU usage on Mac. Quit Unnecessary Apps While you don’t need to quit apps on your iPhone, leaving several apps open on your Mac can cause high CPU usage....

Any major iOS update arrives with an expectation of some issues and bugs. That’s only natural since Apple is serving millions of iPhone users with a major annual update. While Widget support is a new gateway to customize the homescreen, the hiccups with updating location for the weather widget makes people feel a bit underwhelmed. So, if your iPhone suffers from the same problem, go through the steps below to troubleshoot the iOS Weather widget showing the wrong location on the iPhone....

Fortunately, you don’t have to put up with any of that as it is pretty easy to correct an out-of-sync clock on your Android or iPhone. In this post, we’ll share solutions to help you do the same. So, let’s start. 1. Restart Your Phone Restarting your phone effectively resolves any temporary issues with the operating system and gives it a fresh start. So, before you try any advanced troubleshooting tips, try restarting your Android or iPhone to fix the clock....

When you open the Messages app on your Galaxy device, it will display old messages first, followed by the latest ones at the bottom. It’s a mess to navigate as all your messages are in the wrong order. If not fixed quickly, you will waste a lot of time finding the relevant message based on the date and time in the app. Why Does Your Samsung Phone Have Wrong Order of Messages The biggest culprit behind the wrong order of messages in Samsung is the wrong date and time....

In situations such as this, it’s best to opt for a clear or transparent case. These cases help retain the form factor and your phone’s color while protecting the surface from scuff marks and regular wear and tear. If you seek a clear case for your new iPhone Mini, you have come to the right place. In this post, we have compiled a list of the best clear case for your iPhone....

Worry not, there are quite a few wall mounts available online using which you can mount the HomePod Mini on walls. One of the main advantages of wall-mounting the speaker is that it gets out of the way. At the same time, the omnipresent mics ensure that the speaker hears you loud and clear. So if you want to mount your speaker, here are our recommendations for the best wall mounts for Apple HomePod Mini....

Just like all other instant messaging services, iMessage also has the option to send photos to your contacts. While this feature works as intended most of the time, some times the photos you send via iMessage appear blurry. If you are facing this issue where need to fix blurry iMessage photos, and there some solutions for that. Why Is Your iPhone Sending Blurry iMessage Photos There can be several reasons why the photos you’re sending via iMessage appear blurry....

But sometimes users are not able to make their calls because the camera stops working on the Mac. This post covers all possible solutions to fix the built-in camera not working on Mac. 1. Check App Permission to Use the Webcam We sometimes install apps in a hurry and often skip to assigning proper permissions, especially those meant for video calls. If you aren’t sure if you’ve denied the camera permissions for any app you want to use, it’s a good idea to check that....

Yahoo’s search engine is inferior to Google and Bing’s. With Yahoo as the default search engine, you are left spending more time during research on the web. You can always change the search engine to Google, but Microsoft Edge reverting it to Yahoo can irritate and confuse you. Before we talk about troubleshooting steps, let’s first understand why the Microsoft Edge search engine automatically changes to Yahoo. Why Microsoft Edge Search Engine Changes to Yahoo When you download third-party apps, music, media, and movies from unknown sources on the web, you expose your device to potential threats and corrupt files....

There are several reasons why this might happen. So, there’s no one sure-fire way to fix the problem. We’ve compiled a list of troubleshooting tips to fix USB device disconnection issues on Windows 11. So, let’s check them out. 1. Reconnect the Device The first thing you need to do is unplug your USB device and plug it back in. The idea is to rule out any issues caused by a loose connection....

Microsoft has added a bunch of personalization options. The default settings are fine, but you might want to change the look, feel, and function of the Start menu in Windows 11. We will show you the default behavior in Windows 11 Start menu and how to change it in the OS. 1. Disable Translucent Effect The default Windows 11 elements such as the Widgets panel, new notification area, quick toggles, and the Start menu carry a translucent effect....

The best part about wall Wi-Fi extenders with an Ethernet port is that you can have an interruption-free connection. For instance, if your laptop can’t connect to the 5 GHz band, you can connect a LAN wire to the extender. Not only will you get better speeds but you’ll also have an interference-free connection. Plus, you get the flexibility of choosing your own place to sit and work without looping the LAN wire through your whole house....