With the death of MP3 greatly exaggerated, many people have wondered what the seemingly superior format, AAC, is all about. But AAC is not the only format available; there are many other widely available audio compression formats. Contents Is MP3 Dead? How Does MP3 Work? What About CAA? How Do Lossl

We often spend a lot of time staring at monitors, but how often do we consider the damage they can do to our eyes? Fortunately, there are many ways to prevent eye strain, and some of them are just small habits you can implement in your daily life! Contents1. Perform eye exercises2. Make your monitor

Many TVs these days offer smart features, but maybe thats not the case or its not your preferred platform. If so, dont worry, you have tons of choices. What if you werent looking to spend a lot of money, though? SummaryAmazon Fire TV StickRokuChromecast Streaming StickConclusion That rules out Appl

TikToks Text-to-Speech is both a great accessibility feature for people with visual and reading disabilities and a tool for creating engaging content. While Text-to-Speech is available on devices like tablets or phones through the operating system, its relatively forward-thinking for a social app li

Summer may be winding down, but that doesnt mean youll be going into hibernation just yet. Whether youre lounging by the pool or sunbathing at the beach, youll probably want to listen to your favorite music or follow podcasts. Of course, youll want to make sure your speaker can brave the elements. C

RAM is a basic computer component, but we dont talk about it much. If it doesnt have a rad heat sink design and RGB accessories, the RAM rarely spends a day in the sun. The CPU sets the condition in which the rest of your build runs, but you can squeeze a little more speed out of your PC with faster

Like music, surround sound formats come in many standards. The two most popular supported by a wide range of high-end audio systems are DTS and Dolby Digital. The battle of DTS sound versus Dolby sound is a hotly debated issue. Some audiophiles argue that DTS is capable of delivering better sound qu

Every consumer-grade monitor you buy has its default image settings set by the manufacturer to look absolutely terrible in your office. Indeed, monitor makers know that properly calibrated screens look washed out under bright showroom lighting. To get the most out of your monitor, therefore, dim the

Want to make your next quarterly Zoom review a little more interesting? Want to exasperate your colleagues with virtual bare hands? If so, why not turn yourself into a spooky, living cartoon, using Snapchats desktop app? Weve talked about the Snap Camera app before because its fun, free, and easy t

Closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras are increasingly available for all budgets and needs. If you havent bought one yet, now is the time to change your mind, because youll be spoiled for choice online. This creates its own set of problems, however, as many first-time buyers are prone to choosing

In a previous article, we talked about HDMI ARC and why you need it in your home entertainment setup. Today were going to cover a new HDMI specification, HDMI 2.1, and how this upgrade is set to revolutionize your entertainment life. But before we dive into the basics of HDMI 2.1, lets take a look b

While we might disagree with each other on a variety of different topics, theres one thing we can all agree on:kids love touchscreens. Their little fingers might not be nimble enough to write their own name, but they can tap, slide and pinch better than most adults. SummaryWhat to consider1. Amazon

If youve been home for more than a year, you might have taken the opportunity to browse through all that tech, books, old clothes, and other trash thats accumulated over the years . Or maybe you recently upgraded a bunch of your belongings and suddenly realized you didnt have room for the things you

When was the last time you played an audio or video tape? Many werent even born when VCRs or Sonys iconic Walkman were all the rage. In fact, you can find tutorials online that teach you how to play a hilarious, if a little sad tape. Since those bits of nostalgia arent coming back anytime soon, you

If you have an HDTV, home theater, soundbar, or A/V receiver, you may have noticed a small symbol on one of your devices HDMI inputs that says ARC. What does that mean? Hint:This doesnt refer to your system architecture as in anti-reflective coating (ARC), or that mystical reactor that powers Iron M

This is a sponsored post and was made possible by Fairywill. The actual content and opinions are the sole views of the author who maintains editorial independence, even when an article is sponsored. ContentsWhy cant toothbrushes be beautiful?Using Fairywill toothbrushCharging the toothbrushAdvantag

Buying the right PC case is important. If youve built your PC and are in the very final stages of choosing the perfect case to hold all your hardware, there are a few things to consider. At a minimum, you want to get the right size for your needs to accommodate all of your hardware and USB devices.

TikToks algorithms can be very discerning about the types of videos you want to see in your For You feed. But when that doesnt work, you may find yourself dealing with a constant stream of the type of video you really dont want to deal with. Im not just talking about something blatant, like, say, p

If youre looking for screens, especially smartphone screens and HDTVs, youll often hear about a screen with the AMOLED feature as a selling point. But what does this actually mean? SummaryLCD vs OLED vs AMOLED:Meet the ContendersACLOLEDAMOLEDLCD vs OLED vs AMOLED:Pros and ConsACLOLEDAMOLEDLCD vs OLE

The world of technology is constantly changing, and it can sometimes be difficult to keep up with new terminology. The latest USB technology is no exception. When people use jargon like USB-C, USB 3, and Thunderbolt, what does that really mean? Lets try to clear up some of the confusion. ContentsWh