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Developer Pathea Games’ and publisher Pixmain’s popular human civilization rebuilding sim, My Time At Portia, has made the leap to mobile devices. Android and iOS ports for what Pixmain refers to as “the PC blockbuster” are available now, with their prices temporarily reduced to $5.49 and $5.99, respectively. These new versions tease special mobile-only “housewarming gifts,” available for the game’s first week only. These gifts include a mystery gift box from My Time At Sandrock (Portia’s upcoming sequel), mobile-exclusive swimwear, a massage chair, and whatever a mushroom cabin is....

Available in black, white, blue, and red, the earbuds look sleek with color options that will match your style. At 6.3 grams, the earbuds are compact and won’t protrude too much from your ear, and even the battery case is eminently pocketable at 39.6 grams. They come with IPX2 splash resistance, allowing them to handle sweat at the gym and maybe some light rain, but I wouldn’t immerse them. The big winner here is battery life....

Samsung just announced that they are giving some Galaxy owners the tools and skills to fix common smartphone and tablet issues. The company has teamed up with iFixit to start a self-repair program, complete with official tools and replacement parts. Here is how it works. Those who wish to make their own repairs can head to Samsung’s self-repair splash page and purchase consumer-friendly tools and official replacement parts. These parts are sold at cost, and Samsung is also providing official repair guides for a suite of common problems, complete with visual and written step-by-step instructions....

SiriusXM has announced its plans to cover the 2022 NFL Draft in its entirety, live, with additional player and coach interviews, along with listener call-in segments. According to SiriusXM, the coverage will be anchored by Jason Horowitz, with former scout and coach Kirwan, former quarterback Jim Miller, and former coach Rick Neuheisel joining as analysts. All seven draft rounds—spread out over three days—will be covered, and at the end of each day, there will be a live call-in segment for fans to share their thoughts and reactions....

The Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service promises “an improved, faster, reliable, and super modern-looking Skype” is coming over the next few months, according to the company’s blog post. Skype said the new changes were based on customer feedback and requests. Perhaps the biggest change is that Skype now supports all browsers, whereas before, you only could use Skype if you had Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Opera. Skype also detailed that the latest update would include more color and new themes and layouts to its call stage—you’ll be able to find yourself on the main view during a call since all participants are now visible on the call stage....

Well, Cisco has created just that, acting in partnership with UK soccer great Manchester City. The pair has developed a smart scarf that measures physiological data and translates these measurements into an assessment of fans’ emotions as they watch Man City face off against competitors. The scarf features a proprietary EmotiBit sensor that rests on the neck when worn. This sensor includes several integrated smaller sensors, including a PPG sensor for heart rate, accelerometer, temperature sensor, and electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor....

Troubleshooting Speaker Channel Problems For example, if the problem exists only with DVDs and not any other source, such as a radio or CD player, then it’s possible that either the DVD player or the cable connecting it to the receiver or amplifier is bad. Replace that cable with a new cable or swap it with a known-good cable to see if that works. If you encounter splices, make sure that the splice is maintaining a safe, proper connection....

The stolen data apparently included names, dates of birth, driver’s license information, and even Social Security numbers for about 7.8 million current postpaid customers, as well as over 40 million former or prospective customers who had applied for credit with the company. Phone numbers, account numbers, passwords and financial information was not compromised, the company said. Payment information like credit card numbers was not stolen either. T-Mobile also confirmed that 850,000 prepaid customers had their names, phone numbers, and PINs stolen, as well....

Here are ten of our favorite apps for high school students who want to improve their education or enhance their school experience with the latest tech. Google Docs also allows students to turn in assignments and receive feedback directly within the document they worked on. The collaborative nature of Google Docs also lets students work together on an assignment in the same document in real time. Download For: Like the rest of Google’s apps, Keep lets you take notes on one device and access them anywhere....

Download the Speakd Add-on for Google Docs If you write many similar types of documents that use similar verbiage, like contracts or pitches, Doc Builder will save you a ton of time and help prevent costly mistakes when reusing portions of your documentation. Download the Doc Builder Add-on for Google Docs Download the Text Cleaner Add-on for Google Docs Table of Contents: Automatically creates a Table of Contents slide that links to each other slide in your presentation....

Word is available for macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android devices. You can start with a free trial of Microsoft Office, which includes other Microsoft applications as well. If you choose to purchase, packages range from $69.99 a year to a one-time payment of $149.99. If those prices are too high for you, you can also use Word for free. Download For: Evernote is free to download for both Android and iOS devices, or you can use it online....

People don’t really like USB-C adapters so much as they need them. If you want to connect your modern laptop to a peripheral device, there’s a good chance you’ll need an adapter. Adapters come in all forms and have all manner of ports on them; it’s just a matter of what you need. We’ve got a roundup of our favorites here for you. Bottom line, this is all the I/O you could possibly ask for and it works with Windows and macOS....

With the use of triggers, actions, and constraints (macros), automation apps can help you get the most out of your phone or tablet. If you want to automate gaming actions, system maintenance, or practically any function or action your device can perform, these auto-tapper apps can deliver without requiring root access. Reducing battery usage, managing data connectivity, and creating custom sound profiles are just a few of the many tasks MacroDroid can handle....

Sortly is easy to use and has a simple design for people of all ages. The app is free to download for iOS and Android devices with the option of in-app purchases. Download For: Scan your product’s barcode or enter the product yourself, and you’ll see product manuals, maintenance information, how-to instructions, and more about your product. Plus, it’s saved inside the app for future use. You can download Centriq for both iOS and Android for free....

Most streaming devices on this list offer most, if not all, of the same apps and features. The best Fire TV Stick alternative is largely a matter of personal preference. That said, some come with extras like built-in voice assistants. What Can I Use Instead of a Fire Stick? Here are some of the most popular streaming devices that are similar to Fire TV Sticks: Unlike the original Fire Stick, the Fire TV Cube supports 4K video, HDR, and Dolby Atmos....

You’ll receive any and all alerts provided by the National Weather Service, USGS, or FEMA. Once the alert is over, you’ll still be able to view the alert from the app’s feed. Download For: It’s important to note that many features such as map layers, lightning tracker, and advanced precipitation tracker require a premium subscription. You’ll also need premium to see weather alerts for all of your saved locations. That said, there is a 7-day free trial to see if this is the app for you....

The Most Likely Reasons Bluetooth Won’t Connect When you can’t pair a Bluetooth headset to your phone or Bluetooth car kit, there are several potential causes. These problems range from compatibility issues to interference from other devices. Before you investigate further, it’s always a good idea to restart your device. If it’s still acting up, here are some likely culprits. A notable exception is when one device uses something called Bluetooth Smart....

Spam Bully offers a 14-day free trial, after which you can buy a one-year subscription. SPAMfighter blocks spam and protects against phishing, identity theft, and other email fraud. You can report spam with a one-click alert that removes it from the rest of the SPAMfighter community, as well. SPAMfighter is free for home use. There is an option for a one-year SPAMfighter Pro subscription that offers other features, including use on all an organization’s PCs....

The new feature, called “Heads Up,” is the company’s latest attempt to curb harassment and abuse on Twitter. The official Twitter Support account shows off the two different prompts; one is a simple notification stating the conservation is intense and the other encourages empathy and fact-checking. The second prompt has three rules reminding people there’s a human on the other side, that facts are important to a conversation, and to be mindful of different perspectives....

How UMA Works UMA is, in fact, a commercial name for a generic access network. When a handset already in communication through a wireless WAN enters the area of a wireless LAN network, it presents itself to the WAN’s GAN controller as being on a different base station of the WAN and shifts to the wireless LAN network. The unlicensed LAN is presented as a part of the licensed WAN, and thus the transition is smoothly allowed....