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With the Surface Duo’s launch date closing in, you may be wondering what it can achieve and how it can help you. Fortunately, Microsoft has released a video demonstration that lets you see it in action. How to Watch the Microsoft Surface Duo Demo The video comes to us from Microsoft, with the company publicly releasing its press briefing demonstration on YouTube. The demo covers everything the Surface Duo can do, from its fold-up design to its ability to run an app on each screen. Even though the original intent of the video was to give information to the press, it also doubles as an in-depth breakdown of what the Surface Duo can do. As a result, whether you’re a journalist or not, if you’re curious about Microsoft’s dual-screen device, you owe it to yourself to watch the demo. Preparing for the Surface Duo’s Launch This video comes hot on the heels of Microsoft’s launch date confirmation. We covered this in our article revealing that the Surface Duo is being released on Septemb...

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, working from home is a part of life for many in 2020. And Google wants its suite of services to be the one you rely on most while working remotely. As such, the company is rolling out its G Suite Gmail integration across both the web and Android. Basically, from now on, when you find yourself using Gmail, you’ll also get a heavy dose of Meet, Chat, and Rooms. This only applies to G Suite customers, so regular Gmail users won’t see any changes for now. Meet, Chat, and Rooms Get Integrated Into Gmail Google posted about the heavy G Suite Gmail integration on its G Suite Updates blog . The company revealed that Gmail will now feature four distinct components, the first of which is Mail. This is the Gmail experience users already know and love. Google says nothing will change about the email experience for G Suite users with this update. Where things change is the addition of Chat, which is G Suite’s service for sending messages to friends and colle...

Google Search is already incredibly powerful, but Google is making it even more useful. The company is adding some incredibly helpful features for anyone who regularly watches sports or entertainment on TV. The new features are all about showing users where they can watch whatever they search for. It was always easy to find what time your favorite team was playing using Google, but you had to dig a little deeper to find out what channel was carrying the game. This update answers that. What’s New in This Google Search Sports Update? As announced on The Keyword , Google has made it so you can simply search for where to watch an upcoming game on your phone to find out what channel is carrying the game in your area. For example, you could type “where to watch the Clippers game” to find live TV options and how to tune in across a variety of cable services. You could also search for something like “Yankees game” to see all of the usual features like live scores, top stories, and standi...

Those who enjoy puzzle games should count themselves lucky, as the genre offers a lot of variety. From the classic puzzle games to matching games and mazes, there is a wide selection of titles available for the puzzler in you. So, if you like to sit down at your Mac and put your mind to work (without spending a fortune) we have a list of free puzzle games for you. These puzzle games for Mac are all free, fun, and definitely worth your time and attention. So, grab your thinking cap and get ready to hone your puzzle-solving skills! For Traditional Puzzlers If you enjoy classic puzzle games, these freebies are for you. Match pairs, work with numbers, and assemble the pieces. 1. Mahjong Free Customize your game and play a traditional puzzler with Mahjong Free. Begin by choosing from 25 background options and a variety of tile styles. Then, sit back and enjoy the classic gameplay of Mahjong. Mahjong Free provides options to shuffle the tiles, receive hints, and undo your last move....

If you stay on top of gaming trends, you’ll have heard of Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout. It was released in August 2020 to a lot of hype, especially on Twitch. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll explain what Fall Guys is, give you some tips to help you beat the game, and help you decide if it’s worth playing. What Is Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout? Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout (usually shortened to just Fall Guys) is an online multiplayer game. It takes inspiration from real-life obstacle course game shows, like Wipeout and Takeshi’s Castle. You play as a bean-like character who tries to survive as long as they can through a series of challenges. The game comes complete with goofy physics, so your character feels a bit dopey to control and bounces around like a ragdoll when hit. The game has elements of the battle royale genre, as you compete to be the last challenger standing. However, unlike other battle royale games like Fortnite or PUBG , the genre’s influences are pretty light. Y...

Are you sick of TikTok? With the recent call to uninstall TikTok for privacy reasons , it’s understandable why you might want to delete your TikTok account. Whether you want to stop using TikTok over security concerns, or if you’re just getting tired of TikTok trends, it’s easy to delete your account. Here’s how… How to Delete Your TikTok Account To delete your TikTok account once and for all, first, open the TikTok app, and hit the Me tab at the bottom right corner of the screen. Then, when you get to your profile, select the three vertical dots at the top-right side of the page. From here, hit  Manage my account to bring up your account settings. At the very bottom of the screen, you’ll see Delete account . Click that option if you’re positive that you want to delete your TikTok account for good. TikTok will then ask you to verify your account. If you signed up using an email, you’ll have to re-enter your password. Otherwise, you’ll have to verify your account th...

Tired of bots and algorithms recommending “popular” songs you don’t like? Music makes a human connection, so it’s best to hear song recommendations from real humans. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not like AI is terrible at recommending music based on your tastes. But your ‘guilty pleasure’ track suddenly can mess up your algorithm, as can an earworm. There’s nothing like a friend who tells you, “Hey, you might enjoy this, try it out.” So forget about bots, and check out these real people recommending really good songs. 1. Auditory Musings and Song Per Day (Web): Daily Song or Album Recommendation Two music curators are sharing their picks worth listening to on the internet. Song Per Day sends a newsletter to your inbox with a cool track that you probably haven’t heard before. Auditory Musings recommends full albums to stream. Along with the pick of the day, both also write a short blurb about why you should listen to it. Auditory Musings tends to dive into music history and context...

On January 14, 2020, Windows 7 came to the end of its support life; however, that didn’t stop users and businesses from continuing to use it. Because of this, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has published a Private Industry Notification (PIN) telling all Windows 7 users to secure their computers. What Did the FBI Say? In the FBI’s Windows 7 PIN , the bureau explains why security is important for an older PC. The FBI points out that, in May 2017, 71 percent of healthcare organizations used operating systems that became unsupported in January 2020. If those organizations didn’t upgrade before January, it creates an opportunity for hackers to cause damage to improperly-secured systems. The FBI also mentions how Microsoft patched a critical exploit in Windows 7 back in March 2017. Despite this, the same exploit was used in the infamous WannaCry attacks in May of that year. A massive 98 percent of WannaCry (one of the most famous computer viruses ) victims used Windows 7, wh...

Microsoft has worked hard to appease Xbox users in recent months, from the improved Game Pass to the release of the upcoming Xbox Series X. Now, the company has unveiled a new-look Microsoft Store on Xbox that’s “designed to be faster, safer and easier to use than ever before”. What’s Coming to the Microsoft Store on Xbox? Microsoft announced the new Microsoft Store on Xbox experience in a post on Xbox Wire . There, the company details all of the new changes coming to the Xbox Store and how they will benefit you. First, Microsoft states that the Xbox Store will load faster in general. When you start up the store, it will only take two seconds before you’re ready to browse. Each game’s store page also loads faster so that you don’t need to wait to see the screenshots and trailers. The new Microsoft Store on Xbox will also be easier to use. Microsoft has revamped the wishlist feature so that it’s easier to add games and check when they go on sale. The update will also make it easi...

Fans of Google Pixel devices are in for a treat, as the company has announced the Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), and Pixel 5. There’s a lot to be excited about, especially for anyone looking to get their hands on all of the excellent features Pixel devices offer without spending too much money. The Google Pixel 4a Is Coming Soon The bulk of Google’s announcement on The Keyword is focused on the budget-friendly phone. Following up on the reasonably-priced Pixel 3a, the company is packing as many features as possible into an affordable phone. The Pixel 4a will retain many of the camera features offered by the far more expensive Pixel 4. Those features include dual exposure controls, Portrait Mode, Top Shot, Night Sight with astrophotography capabilities, and fused video stabilization. The camera hardware on the 4a isn’t quite as powerful as the Pixel 4, as it lacks the 16MP shooter. However, both do feature the same 12.2MP lens. Taking selfies should be a great experience with the new d...

In a surprising move, Microsoft has declared its intent to acquire the popular Chinese app TikTok. Soon after declaring its interest, the US government almost shut down the deal. However, after a discussion, Microsoft has been given the green light to make the purchase. Microsoft’s Acquisition of TikTok: The Story So Far On Friday, July 31st, The New York Times reported on Microsoft’s desire to purchase TikTok. Microsoft was interested despite the service coming under scrutiny by the US government. At the time, the government considered telling the service to separate from its parent company ByteDance, presumably to cut it off from its Chinese roots. However, as reported by Reuters on the same day, President Trump stated that he planned to ban TikTok from the US. He also claimed he could use an executive order to ban it as soon as Saturday (August 1st). This made Microsoft hesitant to finalize the deal in light of the potential ban. Microsoft to continue discussions on potentia...

For a while, CCleaner was a trusted addition to anyone’s cybersecurity arsenal. Recently, however, Microsoft has made a surprising move and marked CCleaner as a potentially unwanted application (PUA) for its Windows Defender antivirus. Let’s explore why Microsoft made this decision and what it means for you. Why Windows Defender Now Labels CCleaner as a PUA This isn’t the first time that CCleaner has made the news for the wrong reasons. In our article on why CCleaner isn’t safe , we cover some of the past scandals that arose with the program. CCleaner had a tendency to install updates for itself without telling users, as well as monitoring what users were doing. Even worse, the software did the opposite of its job after a hacker used it to spread malware. Despite this troubled history, however, this isn’t the reason Microsoft has taken action. The company did ban links to it from its forums, stating that it believed registry editors did more harm than good. This recent marking as...

Google Drive allows you to collaborate with others seamlessly. Also, it is integrated with lots of other services, and files are always accessible. Best of all, you get an ample amount of storage for free. Despite Google Drive’s excellence, there can be problems in accessing the service. You may not be able to clear out storage space, share files, or are unable to access a document. Thankfully, many Google Drive problems are easy to fix. We’re going to offer some typical Google Drive troubleshooting tips that solve some specific Google Drive problems. General Google Drive Troubleshooting Steps These are some simple steps that you should try first. They can help diagnose and fix a variety of problems with Google Drive. 1. Check Google Drive’s Online Status Visit Google’s app status dashboard . This lists all of Google’s services and tells you if there’s a known problem with them. If you see a “service disruption” or “service outage” indicator on the app you want to use, you can ...

One of the most significant differences between Samsung phones and tablets and other Android-powered devices is the operating system. Sure, it’s Android, but it’s so heavily modified that it’s barely recognizable. Even the digital assistant is different, as Samsung uses Bixby, while most Android devices rely on Google Assistant instead. That might be changing soon, though, as a report from Bloomberg indicates that Google and Samsung are in talks to scale back the use of Bixby and move Samsung devices over to Google Assistant. Samsung and Google’s Bixby/Assistant Discussions According to the report, Google and Samsung are discussing some significant changes to Samsung’s devices. Rather than pushing Samsung’s application marketplace and Bixby, Samsung would put more focus on Google Play and Google Assistant. The report doesn’t indicate that Samsung’s software would be removed, but just that it would be scaled back. When Bloomberg reached out to Google for comment, the representativ...