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When it comes to note-taking apps, we all want something simple to jot down ideas, but finding one that shines when working with others can be tricky. Whether youre sharing shopping lists, collaborating on meeting notes, or organizing a project, the following apps are designed to make note-sharing smooth and efficient.

Voice typing has come a long way, and Google Docs voice typing feature is one of the simplest yet powerful tools for turning spoken words into written text. Whether you're aiming to reduce typing strain or simply capture thoughts faster, voice typing can be a game-changer. Here's how I use it daily while drafting and editing documents.

When you use a virtual private network (VPN), your internet activity becomes more private, but not all of your online footprint disappears. Knowing what a VPN hidesand what it doesntcan help you get the most out of this tool for privacy and security.

Consistently taking good smartphone photos in varying lighting conditions is very challenging. Even worse, not all techniques are easily transferable across different scenarios. But a handful are, and today, Ill share how I take good smartphone pictures in any lighting condition.

In academia today, many professors and teachers face the gargantuan question of how to deal with AI in the classroom. Many students use it, often unethically, to replace their own efforts. However, instead of replacing hard work, it can serve as an effective tutorone that helps clarify complex ideas, break down dense topics, and refine study techniques.

While Microsoft PowerPoint is the industry standard, I much prefer Google Slides for whipping up a quick presentation. Both presentation software share several similarities, but I would choose Google Slides over PowerPoint for several reasons.

Another day, another social media fad. Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and their ilk are full of social media challenges and trends, but I wont take part in any of them. And there are so many reasons you should avoid them too.

Dear Eric: I have been in a wonderful relationship for a year now with a man who treats me like a queen, and we have plans to eventually get married. We happen to have a mutual friend, whom I have actually known for many more years than he has. The mutual friend is known by many as a toxic person who is also an egotistical bully, and I believe he uses his friendship with my boyfriend to elevate his own image and legitimize his toxic actions.

I dont like listening to other peoples playlists because most of the time, they arent curated for me. At worst, I find that they result in me getting distracted. Albums, on the other hand, give me a much better return on investment; heres why.

I've used Spotify for more than a decade, and during that time, I've seen countless features come and go. Some removed features even return once they've been tweaked and refined.