You can now create a highly customizable avatar in WhatsApp WhatsApp has rolled out several major new features to its platform in recent months. In early November, the messaging service rolled outCommunities to supercharge your group chatsand increased the group video call limit to 32 persons. Then, a couple of weeks later,messaging yourself on WhatsApp became a thing. Now, the Meta-owned service has officially announced the rollout of avatars on its platform....

Android 13 DP2 fires the shrink ray at some lock screen notifications We’re covering another in a series of design tweaks thatAndroid 13 Developer Preview 2has brought about. It concerns shrinkage. Okay, it’s not that dramatic. Most notifications appear on the lock screen with header text and its contents, truncated. But notifications which have been classed into the silent channel — take a look at how to do thathere— will only have a bar showing the app’s name and icon with the option to expand or, if the list overflows, just their apps' icons appear in a bottom, full-length row....

Can ChatGPT Save Your Life in the Wilderness? The internet is a go-to resource for when you find yourself in unfamiliar or difficult situations, and quickly Googling an answer can save your skin. But large language models can summarize and give you an answer far quicker than you can find relevant information on a web page, and it’s tempting to ask ChatGPT for advice in wild and unfamiliar situations. We asked ChatGPT a range of survival-critical questions in a fictional wilderness setting and rated its responses....

How Can Google Make Samsung Users Switch to Pixel? When buying an Android phone, Samsung is the obvious choice for most of us. The South Korean giant has a hold over the smartphone market like no other—but that doesn’t make it immune. In fact, in a way, the biggest threat to Samsung right now isn’t Apple, but Google. We know that the Pixel lineup has been gaining serious momentum since the launch of the Pixel 6 in 2021, setting record sales....

How to mute a user on Discord One of thebest Android social appsthat everyday users have installed on theirfavorite Android phonesis Discord.Discord is primarily a social messaging app, but we depend on the app to feed us news and update us with some of our favorite games and hobbies. But sometimes, socialization on a high-traffic messaging app can become noisy and unmanageable, which is why we turn to the handy mute feature on Discord....

How to Stream Apple Music on Linux Using Cider Apple Music is available on most platforms, including Apple’s, as well as Windows and Android. However, there’s no Apple Music—or even iTunes for that matter—on Linux. Sign up forfree Forgot your password? Create an account *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number By continuing, you agree to thePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Use.You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time....

How to Use ChatGPT to Improve Your Entire Lifestyle Since it launched in November 2022, ChatGPT has become a household name. What first started out as a simple chatbot has evolved into something that some use on a day-to-day basis to solve even the most basic of life problems. ChatGPT’s vast library of information can be used to provide users with tips and tricks on how to improve their lifestyles. If you’re looking to promote healthy habits, become more productive, or find exciting ways to enjoy your days off, here’s how ChatGPT can help....

Microsoft joins Apple in freezing product sales and services in Russia FollowingRussia’s invasion of Ukrainelast week, NATO countries andtech companiesalike (including Meta and Google) have taken serious steps to clamp down on Russian access to goods and economic resources. NowAppleand Microsoft are stepping things up, sharing plans to stop sales in Russia. In itsannouncement, Apple expresses concern about the invasion, saying it stands with those in harm’s way and is supporting humanitarian aid to Ukrainian refugees....

Ring in Black Friday with deals on its Stick Up and Spotlight cameras With all the earlyBlack Fridayloot you’ve been buying, who’s going to keep an eye on it all? If you’ve been looking to upgrade your home security with some cameras, now’s the perfect time to do so, with Amazon and Best Buy offering some massive discounts on Ring hardware. TheRing Stick Up Cam, which can be used either indoors or outdoors, is down to its lowest price of $70 for Black Friday — that’s a sweet $30 off its $100 retail price....

Samsung pauses Galaxy Tab S8 pre-orders in the US due to ‘overwhelming demand’ Samsung has long been known to make some of thebest Android tabletsyou can buy, and it seems like its newly announcedGalaxy Tab S8 seriesis generating an appropriate amount buzz: The company says it’s had to stop accepting pre-orders for two sizes of the new tablets in the US due to “overwhelming demand.” Earlier this week, the company unveiled itslatest iPad competitorsin three different sizes alongside theGalaxy S22series....

The 8 Best Places to Sell Your Old Smart Home Gadgets Are you looking to get rid of some old smart home gadgets? Maybe you’re upgrading to newer models or just decluttering your home. Whatever the reason, selling your old smart home gadgets can be a great way to make some extra money. No matter what kind of smart home gadgets you have, there’s a good chance you can sell them and get some money back....

The best Coursera courses in 2023 Spring is in the air! The sweet aroma of freshly bloomed flowers fills the air. Everything is flourishing around us, and it’s the perfect time for self-growth. While there’s no shortage of MOOCs and online courses, the pandemic has pushed the classroom into the electronic domain. Looking to lean something new? Here’s a few of our favorite online courses for May 2022. University of Michigan — Python for Everybody CourseDates: Open enrollment through May...

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is more affordable than ever after a $100 discount Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S and Fold/Flip lineup hog all the limelight, but its mid-range Galaxy A devices are extremely popular as well, especially for users on a tight budget. TheGalaxy A53is among thebest budget Android phones for 2022, with its excellent display, decent cameras, and solid software support. If you are low on cash and have been eyeing the A53 for a while, you’re able to get it for just $350—a sweet $100 off its MSRP....