One of the most famous celebrations observed mostly in the western countries, Halloween takes place each year on October 31. Some believe that Halloween has pagan origins. It is commonly linked to the Celtic festival of Samhain where Gaelic believers would hold feasts to pay homage to the departed souls at the end of Autumn and the harvest season. It was also believed that supernatural beings visit their kin during this time....

Zoom’s daily active user count rocketed from 10 million to 200 million due to the unfortunate COVID-19 pandemic. While people may be working from home, going through each setting for optimal use of the Zoom app can be time-consuming. Let’s check out some useful video tips to use in Zoom meetings on a Windows PC or Mac. 1. Access Video Settings We will have to tinker around the Zoom video settings several times while working alongside this post....

Let’s dive in. Note: Both apps listed here have a Mac and PC client. The process detailed here is for the Mac client but I’ve tested the Windows ones as well and other than the install process, everything else is exactly the same. Download doubleTwist app for Mac and Windows, the free Android app for wired sync and the AirSync add on that costs just under $2 for syncing music wirelessly over Wi-Fi....

Fortunately, since Instagram has loosened up on its API restrictions, more third-party apps have come to the rescue in recent years. In fact, it’s now possible to have a nearly complete Instagram experience on the Mac. These three apps available in the Mac App Store let you direct message in Instagram, upload your photos and of course browse through your feed. 1. Upload Instagram Photos with Uplet We’ve actually written about Uplet before on Guiding Tech, but it’s still arguably the best way to upload Instagram photos from your Mac....

The background of a Word document can be edited to: Reflect a new color Showcase an image Present a watermark Here’s how to do so: Editing the Background on Word to Reflect a New Color Changing the background color of your Word document is a little similar to the process you would take when changing the font color. Perhaps the only difference is that to make the change, and you need to access the Design tab on the Word Ribbon....

In past entries, we have already taken an in-depth look at Duolingo. This time, let’s have an overview of three other such services that, while perhaps not as popular, are just as great on their own. Memrise Without a doubt, Memrise was the online learning language tool that I was most pleasantly surprised with. This is because it steps outside of the mold to offer a learning experience that is quite convenient and very didactic....

VLC . And in many ways it’s better. It has more features, has just as good codec support and it’s actually faster than VLC. Find out more about why you should go for it in our review here. In this article we talk about how to make GOM better for you. 1. Assign ergonomic Mouse and Keyboard Shortcuts Press F5 to go into Preferences, click the General option in the left sidebar and then choose Mouse or Keyboard from the menubar....

Bluetooth 5.0 is due for open release at the end of 2016 but more likely in 2017. The Bluetooth Special Interest Group has already promised a few improvements to speed and range, but I have a wish list of my own. Take Note from Apple AirPods Bluetooth 5.0 seriously needs to improve pairing and connectivity. The standard has been around for years and you’d think by now it would be a simple, effortless process to pair Bluetooth devices but it’s still a royal pain....

You may wonder why you need to enable LSA on your Windows PC. Well, apart from managing and maintaining security policies, the Local Security Authority provides a secure environment for the apps and services to run and also manages system credentials like passwords or tokens to prevent unauthorized access. We have listed three ways to help you enable LSA on your computer. Follow along. 1. Turn On LSA in Windows 11 Using Windows Security Settings Windows Security holds tools and features that constantly monitor and help protect your Windows PC from viruses, malware, and other security threats....

HTC One X is impeccable, and an eye candy at the same time. There are many noteworthy features in Sense UI and hence most of the developers are working day and night to port it to devices like Samsung and Sony. One such thing to talk about in this UI is the HTC Sense Keyboard. It’s almost like they have peeped into the mind of the users and unified some interesting features to compete with some famous keyboards on the Play Store....

Road To Grammar Road To Grammar is a very simple site that teaches you grammar with the help of practice quizzes. Get some practice if you are preparing for ESL, TESL, EFL, TEFL, and TOEFL tests. You choose a topic from the ones available and then the Flash based quizzes take you through a series of rapid-fire questions. You can also download it as a PDF file and solve them offline....

If Microsoft Teams doesn’t detect any microphone, commence troubleshooting the problem by restarting your Mac. For external devices (headphones, for example), make sure it is properly plugged in to your Mac. Likewise, ensure that the device isn’t damaged or faulty. You can try using the headphone or microphone with another computer and check if it works. Finally, confirm that you haven’t been muted, perhaps by the meeting host or you muted yourself by accident....

Like traditional laptop backpacks, these bags also have dedicated compartments for your laptop and other accessories. And yes, there’s a dedicated rain cover to keep everything away from harm’s way. If you want your laptop to stay safe from rain water damage, here are your top recommendations for the best laptop backpacks with rain covers. But before that, Take a look at these vertical laptop standsAdd more functionality to your laptop with these multi-port USB-C hubs...

You’ll need to look for power backs with Type-C port for laptops like MacBook Air. Also, picking the ones that support Type-C PD (Power Delivery) with atleast 45W output will easiliy charge your MacBook Air and smartphone. 1. HyperCharger Max When smartphone companies are removing chargers from the packaging, it’s good to see HyperCharger bundling a 30W PD adapter with the offering. Most power banks come with a charging cable only....

Before reaching for your power bank, read these best practices to keep your phone’s battery in optimal condition. Of course, these practices are not the ultimate word, and the battery life also varies based on your usage. 1. Maintain Optimal Battery Percentage One of the best habits for keeping your battery in great shape is maintaining your battery percentage between 20% – 80%. That means, don’t wait for your phone to die or run out of battery juice completely....

However, before we get any further, let us clear a few facts. Smartwatches for kids bring a mix of fitness activities and parental controls. For example, some watches let you see the GPS location, while others let you video chat or call your kids. They do have standard fitness tracking features like step tracking, but you won’t be able to see calorie loss or weight loss stats, and rightfully so....

The best part of these indoor exercise equipment is that they are affordable as well as portable. What makes the deal sweeter is that you do not have to squeeze out extra hours from your day to stay fit, thus leaving you with free time on your hands. So, if you are looking for ways to do some exercises while you work, here are our recommendations for the best under-desk cycles or bikes that you can consider buying....

If you have a SIM card with mobile data on it, you can use it on your smartphone and that’s pretty much it. Of course, you can use the mobile hotspot feature on your phone to connect multiple devices but that drains the battery rather quickly. So, the best solution is to pick up a router with a SIM card slot. This way, you can also use the Wi-Fi router when you’re out on a vacation to share your internet with multiple users....

I have already shared some of the amazing recipes IFTTT users can use to log data on Google Drive. Today I will talk about some of the location based recipes one can use to carry out automated tasks whenever the user enters or leaves a set location. So let’s get started. 1. Automatically Control Android Sound Profile We have talked about some Android apps that let you automatically control your Android’s sound profile based on time and location trigger....

In this post, we have compiled a list of the best bass-heavy earphones and headphones. These are priced at less than Rs. 15,000 and will satisfy all the bass lovers out there. 1. Jabra Elite 65T The highlight of the Jabra Elite 65t is the snug fit. The earbuds are sleek and do not stick out from the ear. Yep, no goofy look. These earphones pack a compelling set of features....