History of EarPods Any discussion on what would eventually become Apple EarPods began in 2001 when Apple started producing and selling in-ear headphones for its then-popular iPod lineup. These first headphones were marketed as “iPod headphones” and “the iPod’s earbud-style headphones,” and were available as a stand-alone product and also bundled with iPods. Apple’s first in-ear headphones came with two pairs of foam covers, although this changed with subsequent models. The second-generation pair added a plastic slider to the middle of the two wires for a more comfortable feel....

The stylish smartphone, featuring (according to an independent test) the brightest display on the market, is getting the update starting today, and it is set to continue across the globe in the next few weeks. If you own one, you should note that although you’ll get a notification, the update might only be available via the PC or Mac software in some areas. The update includes new media apps, allowing you to play content – there are WALKMAN, Movies and Album apps now....

Update: Windows RT is no longer supported. Adjust Microsoft Surface Power Settings Use the keyboard shortcut WinKey + X to bring up the power user menu and select Power Options. Power Options opens in Desktop mode; click Change Plan Settings. Here’s where you can change the amount of time that passes before the Surface goes to sleep. Configure the amount of time you want when it’s running on battery or when plugged in....

Block Get Windows 10 Using Never 10 Never 10 is a small, easy to use app that’s portable, so no installer is required. The utility works on Windows 7 and Windows 8. After downloading it, double-click never10.exe and then select the Disable Win10 Upgrade button. When it’s enabled, it will display a green notification, “Windows 10 OS Upgrade is DISABLED on this system.” On the other hand, enabling it is just as simple....

Update: Story Remix is no longer part of the Photos app on Windows 10. There is still a Video Editor, however. It works much in the same way that Windows Live Movie Maker worked but with easier-to-use controls. Story Remix for Windows 10 To start, launch the Photos app, and right away, you’ll notice a new look at the interface overhauled with the Microsoft Fluent Design System (formerly codenamed Project NEON)....

I think it’s been made pretty clear that most people don’t like iTunes. But what if you still need to transfer things from your computer to your iOS device? Syncios is a handy iTunes alternative for Windows. It’s completely free and but is just one downside. Unfortunately most of the software tools like this require that iTunes still be installed and Syncios is no exception. The good news is once it is installed you won’t ever have to deal with iTunes interface again....

In this article, we discuss some of the tips and tricks for preparing at home, arriving at the airport, checking in, going through customs and immigration. Tech Travel Tips: Before You Leave For journeys long and short, preparation is essential. These travel tips apply before you even set foot outside your home. 1. Buy Tickets Directly Online How you purchase your air ticket can save you some money. If you are even moderately tech-savvy, consider skipping the travel agent....

Technology is starting to show its influence in video too. For example, the video you’re about to watch. What it shows is so fantastic that at first you think it must be a product of CGI. But the scenes are real–fantastic in their own reality, and given a special touch with high definition, time lapse photography. This is a trailer for Times Scapes, a movie by Tom Lowe scheduled for release in 2012 and available now on disc....

Recently I had a lengthy discussion on this topic, so I decided to write down the best ten tips I’ve come across over the years. Granted, I’m sure there’s a few more out there so if I miss one of your favorites, please spend 30 seconds and leave a quick comment below! Ten Simple Tips to Help You Lose Weight, and Keep it Off! 1. Drink a glass of water before every meal Extra credit, late at night if you get the munchies, grab another glass of water vs....

About the BLUETTI EP500 and EP500 Pro Providing power you can depend on, the BLUETTI EP500 Pro features rugged hardware that’s been rigorously tested with one goal in mind: to provide power for your home and family when the unexpected happens. Ideally suited to help you get through any emergency, such as a storm or power outage, the EP500 series can provide power for up to three days for the most critical appliances in your home....

This comes in order to promote Green Day’s new album trilogy, called ‘¡Uno!, ¡Dos!, ¡Tré!’ (and no, I don’t like the name, either). The game is already available to be played on Facebook, just like any other Angry Birds Friend episode. What’s special about it, you ask? Well, all three members of Green Day make appearances as bad pig characters, and the game features two tracks by Green Day – “Oh Love”, the band’s latest single, as well as exclusive track “Troublemaker”....

What Is It? We’ve covered another Toca kid’s game before, Toca Hair Salon 2. In this game, the player interacts with five different locations in a small town. In each setting, kids get to pick people and explore what stuff does. Tap a light and it turns on. This app reminds me of those Colorform sticker stories. It’s fun and silly. The game has no text and no instructions. It’s all about the adventure of what’s new....

When transferring photos from your phone to your PC, you can always plug your phone directly into your computer. Of course, there are other ways to do it, like using an automatic backup to OneDrive or Google Photos. But Microsoft has created an interesting new app called Photos Companion that is available for both Android and iOS. It allows you to transfer photos and videos on your phone over Wi-Fi directly into the Windows 10 Photos app....

In the Google Play Music realm, there are only a few Google Labs features. The lowest risk and highest payoff one are probably the Chromecast Fireplace Visualizer. This does exactly what it sounds like: it turns your Chromecast into a virtual fireplace when you’re playing music to it. You’ll see the fireplace instead of the normal album artwork, etc. I’ll show you how to enable it. How to Enable the Experimental Chromecast Fireplace Visualizer Important:Google Music is no longer supported....

Update Roku to New User Interface I’m using shots from my Roku 2 XS, but the interface is the same across all devices. If you don’t see the new interface yet, go to Roku Player Settings > Software Update. After the update, you’ll see a new refreshed interface that’s much easier to navigate than the previous one. Instead of having to scroll diagonally through long lists of channels, they’re now listed in vertical columns of three....

What is 5G? The 5G band is the next generation of broadband connection being rolled out by wireless mobile carriers globally. It will replace the existing standard, 4G LTE. While carriers upgrade existing network equipment to 5G, it will live alongside your 4G mobile wireless service but will evolve over time to become a stand-alone network. At its full maturity, we will eventually see wireless network speeds at or above 10 Gbps....

Good news, Client/Server Runtime Subsystem, or csrss.exe, is a critical Windows operating system component. The process is designed to handle the end-user side of Windows, including console and interface windows, as well as threading. You’ll find csrss.exe in Windows XP, 2003, Vista, Server 2008, and Windows 7. Is csrss.exe dangerous? By default, csrss.exe is a standard Windows component put there by Microsoft. It shouldn’t use very much memory, and it will just run in the background and happily keep your computer going....

What is data roaming, exactly, and should you leave it on or off? How do you even turn it on or off on your phone? Keep reading for the answer to all of these questions, and more. What is Data Roaming? Data roaming is when your phone connects to a different network than your usual carrier. When you are unable to connect to your carrier because there is no coverage in that area, your phone can connect to other networks instead....

What Is HTML? HTML stands for Hyper Text Markup Language. It defines the layout and structure of a web page using formatting “tags” inside of brackets made up of less than “<” and greater than “>” symbols. Every web page element includes a specific label that tells the browser how to format or structure that section of the page. Thus, an entire web page is simply a series of those elements....

Apps The Apps section is where you will find free and paid UWP apps designed for the Windows 10 experience. There are apps in every category, from productivity to entertainment and everything in between. You can find apps by category, bundles, app specials, or search for a specific name. There are more than just UWP apps, too. For example, you can install the desktop version of iTunes from the store....