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This Underrated Mac Feature Turns Your Screen Corners Into Shortcuts

Hot corners, an underrated macOS feature, helped me save time performing various actions that would otherwise require multiple inputs from my end. I'll show you how to set up this feature in macOS and share some tips to help you make the most of it.

 

Why It's Not Worth Paying Meta to Not Show You Ads

Despite initially thinking that paying Meta not to show ads would improve my Instagram experience, I decided it wasn't worthwhile after a few months. The differences were minimal, and the extra "benefits" didn't appeal to me. Here's why I don't recommend subscribing if the subscription becomes available in your area.

 

Handwriting vs. Typing: Which Is Better for Digital Note-Taking?

If you've finally decided to ditch the bulky backpacks filled with textbooks, notebooks, and binders in favor of digital note-taking, the next decision you'll need to make is choosing between handwritten and typed notes. I've tried both, and here's what I think.

 

Asking Eric: Husband resents wife’s visits with kids

Dear Eric: My husband and I have been married for 10 years. We both came out of long previous marriages (more than 20 years each). I have three adult children and he has two.

 

Here's What Apple Does Right Unlike Android Manufacturers

As both iOS and Android evolve, Apple consistently nails certain aspects of the smartphone experience that leave Android manufacturers playing catch-up. From my years of use, here are the key areas where Apple excelsand what its competitors could learn to up their game.

 

These Are the 5 Best Gantt Chart Templates for Excel and Google Sheets

Gantt charts are one of my favorite ways to gain visual project overviews. Whether you use Google Sheets or Excel, you can enjoy using several beginner-friendly templates for work, studying, and personal projects. Here are some of my top choices.

 

The One Reason Why I'll Never Use AI Text-to-Video Generators

I've tried several AI text-to-video generators, and while the technology is undeniably impressive, there's always something about the final results that feels off. It took a while to pinpoint the issue, but I eventually realized it all comes down to one thing: the uncanny valley effect.

 

Windows 11's Latest Update Broke Clipboard History: Here's a Fix

If you've upgraded to Windows 11 version 24H2, you may have noticed that a few things aren't working as they should. For instance, if you use Clipboard History to store data for later, there's a small chance that it'll stay blank no matter what you try. Fortunately, while Microsoft works on a fix, there's a way to get around it.

 

Google's Extension-Killing Manifest V3 Rollout Is Stepping Up, and It's Time to Jump Ship

Google Chrome is rolling out its long-awaited Manifest V3 update and removing several of your favorite browser extensions with it.

 

Casa Bonita’s divers, entertainers plan to unionize, citing need for a safer workplace, better wages

Cliff divers, magicians and other performers at Casa Bonita are seeking to unionize to address safety concerns in the workplace and negotiate their pay.
Their concerns range from insufficient training, scheduling and safety to “abusive patrons emboldened by alcohol,” according to a statement released Wednesday by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 7, which represents theatrical stage, film and exhibition workers in Colorado, and the Actors’ Equity Association.

 

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