Until recently, Instagram didn’t have a direct way to turn off read receipts. Now they’ve implemented this feature, but not in the most convenient way – you have to go through all of your chats to turn off read receipts for them individually. In this article, you’ll find out how to turn off read receipts using the new feature as well as how to use different workarounds to read direct messages on Instagram without alerting the sender....

On both the YouTube website and in the YouTube mobile app, you can enable and use these handy features. Plus, if you use the YouTube site, you can customize the appearance of the captions. Captions and Translations on the YouTube Site Because Auto-Translate is part of the closed caption feature on YouTube, let’s begin with turning on and customizing the captions. Enable Captions on the Web Visit the YouTube site and select the video you want to watch....

If you’re outside the United States or can’t attend the event, we’ll show you where/how to watch the Kentucky Derby online. When Is the 2023 Kentucky Derby? The 2023 Kentucky Derby is the 149th edition of the event, which traditionally holds on the first Saturday of May. This year’s edition is slated for May 6, 2023. Although the race post time is 6:57 P.M. Eastern Time (E.T.), live TV broadcast starts at noon and ends at 7:30 P....

In this article, we want to show you that you can smarten things up around your house without breaking the bank. In fact, you can add some smart home functionality with as little as $50 by purchasing a smart home assistant like the Google Home Mini. Of course, it’s not the same without integrated smart technology around the house, so we’ve included some other options that will add more functionality for cheap....

The question on everyone’s mind is simple: Do you purchase on day one, or is it better to wait a few months and try to snag a bundle? This article will look at both the next-gen PlayStation5 and the next-gen Xbox Series X, their launch lineups, backwards compatibility, and more to help you decide which, if either, is worth your money. Release Price At the time of writing, neither Microsoft nor Sony has announced the exact release date or launch price of their next-gen consoles....

Best of all, Sony has said the current model of the PSVR headset will be compatible with the upcoming PlayStation 5. Whether you plan to buy a VR device now or you currently own one, these are the PlayStation VR games you owe it to yourself to check out. Beat Saber Rhythm games are always fun, but there’s just something about slashing oncoming objects in half with virtual lightsabers that other experiences can’t match....

This article will show you the best ways to convert PNG to JPEG files on different devices. And if you’re also dealing with BMP images, check our guide on how to convert BMP to JPG. What’s the Difference Between PNG and JPEG? First things first, let’s discuss the differences between these two image file formats, and why you may wish to convert your images. Also, make sure to check out our article on the difference between HEIC and JPG....

A paid subscription to Fitbit Premium costs around $10/month and unlocks guided programs, workout challenges, and guided meditations. It also provides detailed breakdowns of your sleep habits and stress levels along with deep insights into other health metrics. We’ll look at what you get with Fitbit Premium so you can decide if it’s worth signing up for this subscription service. What Is Fitbit Premium? Fitbit Premium’s value proposition is that when it comes to health and fitness, you’ll achieve more if you know more....

Sure, you can just use the Kindle app on a tablet or smartphone to access your collection, but thanks to the Kindle Cloud Reader, you can access all your Kindle books from any device that has a compatible browser. For the most part, the Kindle Cloud Reader app lets you do pretty much everything you’d do on your Kindle device or in the app. You can see your entire library, read any of your books and see any notes or marks that have been in a particular book....

Some other reasons you can’t log out of your account are that your Facebook app’s cache is corrupted, the app itself is damaged, your phone’s operating system has a minor glitch, and more. Check if Your Internet Connection Is Faulty One reason you can’t log out of your Facebook account is that your phone’s internet connection isn’t working. Facebook needs access to the internet to sign you out of your account, and an inactive connection prevents that from happening....

There are two main options: XSplit and Open Broadcaster Software, or OBS. Both offer streamers a lot of customization and functionality, but they both have so much to offer that it can be tough to determine which one is the best fit for you. Pricing If you’re a budding streamer, then chances are you don’t want to sink a lot of money into this endeavor until you see some return on your time....

So here are some new (and old but updated) tips for how to use Dropbox more effectively. If you’ve apathetic to your cloud-based hard drive, one of these hot tips might just make you feel excited about it again. Restoring Dropbox Files Although you only see one copy of your data in Dropbox at first glance, the service actually has a rolling window that you can revert to for any file....

Yes, the popular “find a way out of the room in Xx minutes by solving puzzles” games are also available online. You can play them solo, or host a Zoom meeting with your friends and enjoy looking for clues together. Have a look at our list of the best free escape room games online that we categorized by interests. Choose one that suits your mood the most, or play them all one by one....

There are many specific channels on YouTube dedicated to providing great free movies that your kids will love. You may be tempted to seek out free movies anywhere other than YouTube, but you likely won’t find as many safe options. 1. Use Google Search The easiest solution to find free movies on YouTube for kids is Google search. Just search for “YouTube movies for kids”, and you’ll see a featured bar at the top of search results listing free family-friendly movies on YouTube....

A common computer virus is a program that attempts to self-replicate by modifying the code of other programs. When the virus succeeds, the computer is then said to be “infected.” A virus can cause all manner of harm to the target computer, or sometimes none at all. The effect of the virus depends on the type. Effects Of Computer Viruses You might not think a virus can do much harm, especially with modern antivirus software....

There are lots of instances that warrant taking screenshots of YouTube videos. For example, you may want to capture that perfect moment from a trending video for social media, save stunning scenery to use as your computer’s wallpaper, save complex instructions and diagrams in image format offline, and so on. YouTube does not provide a built-in method that allows its viewers to take screenshots. Instead, here are several alternative ways to screenshot YouTube videos on desktop and mobile devices....

These home security cameras can help protect your online shopping deliveries and give you a 24/7 view into what’s going on around your home. If you’re looking for a smart security camera this holiday season that will keep your property safe without breaking the bank, consider some of these options. Keep in mind that many of these cameras will be discounted for Black Friday, too. EZVIZ C3X Outdoor Security Camera — $130 The EZVIZ C3X is an outdoor home security camera that has an IP67 weather-resistance rating, allowing it to be placed nearly anywhere outside (or inside) your home....

The good news is that there are websites that provide fast and knowledgeable help to troubleshoot and correct almost any PC error you encounter. Some are paid services, but others provide help free of charge. These are some of the best remote computer repair options on the web. 1. r/TechSupport Reddit is a treasure trove of information on a variety of subjects, and the Tech Support subreddit is one of the best in terms of solving even the most difficult computer errors....

You can find any TV series or movie you feel like watching on multiple streaming platforms, easily cutting Netflix out of the equation. Whether you’re looking for free or low-cost streaming, or want a lot of content to choose from, there are plenty of options. 1. Tubi Tubi is a streaming service that has a huge library of free movies and shows to watch. They span across all genres, including action, comedy, horror, documentaries, thrillers, anime, and much more....

In this article, we’ll walk through how monetization works on YouTube, ways to become monetized, when monetization might be taken away, as well as how to make money on YouTube in other ways. Also, keep in mind that making large amounts of money on YouTube is quite rare and really comes down to chance and persistence in making videos. How YouTube Monetization Works Content monetization on YouTube begins when you are able to join the YouTube Partner Program....