Correct Your Spellings Using Python A spell checker is a vital tool to help improve the accuracy of your written communications. When writing, you can easily overlook typos or misspellings that a spell checker can easily detect for you. This not only saves time and effort but also helps you to avoid embarrassing mistakes. You can easily develop a GUI application in which you can type a word and get its corrected spelling using Python’s Tkinter module....
DuckDuckGo rallies users against Google’s latest replacement for cookies The way big businesses make money on the internet, by and large, is to track your activity across the web with cookies and sell ads against that information. Google has been looking for something better than cookies to enable that tracking — the company hasn’t found it yet. Privacy advocates, though, would really like to see the search giant just give up....
How to Update Your Xbox One Controllers and Series X|S Controllers Ensuring that your Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S controllers are updated to the latest firmware is a great way to ensure your controller’s performance and iron out any potential problems you may be experiencing. If you have ever wondered how to update your Xbox controller, we can help. How to Update Your Xbox Controller Aside from the original version, every Xbox One and Series X|S controller can be updated wirelessly....
Samsung’s paltry Galaxy S23 preorder bonus sends the wrong message to its most loyal customers As Commerce Editor for Android Police, balancing the myriad array of price histories and deals for anything and everything tech-related you can buy isn’t just part of the job, it’s a skill I’ve spent a decade honing. And more important than being able to spot a good deal is being able to recognize an inadequate or disingenuous “deal” — promotions that masquerade as deals (while just being what a 2019 product should be sold at in 2023), jacking up the “list price” in order to make the normal cost look discounted, or trying to sell you something you should not be buying at all in 2023 (like basicallyanythingthat charges over micro USB)....
The Samsung Galaxy S23 series flaunts its signature colors in these leaked promo images Samsung’s hotly anticipated Galaxy S23 serieshas not been keeping a particularly low profile for a still-unannounced phone, and between the leaks and rumors, we’ve already got a pretty solid read on what to expect. We know that the upcoming flagship series is aiming forsome subtle design changesand have heard a bit about how Samsung might show those off in its marketing materials....
Why Dual-Clutch Transmissions Better Than a Regular Automatic When it comes to automobiles, many people have a preference for drivetrain selections, and for a good reason. Vehicles today are equipped with manual or automatic transmissions catering to different drivers. With auto-tech advancements came dual-clutch transmissions, which are drastically different from traditional automatic transmissions. From Porsche’s PDK System to VW/Audi’s DSG, it’s clear that dual-clutch transmissions are better—but why? What Is a DCT?...
EV Extended Warranties: What to Consider and Are They Worth the Money? Whether you’re buying your first or fifth EV, chances are you’ve wondered about long-term maintenance and repair costs. What components of your EV can you cover with an extended warranty, and is it worth it? How do you decide if an extended warranty makes sense for you? How Protection Products Differ Between EVs and ICEs When you purchase a vehicle from a dealership, the penultimate step (before driving away) involves sitting down with the Finance & Insurance (F&I) Manager....
Google adds fitness and bedtime tracking to At a Glance for Pixels Although a sweeping overhaul of At a Glance was supposed to arrive alongside Android 12, it just wasn’t meant to be — especially when Google wasbusy fixing the widget after it broke in beta testing. In the intervening months, we’ve seen some signs of upcoming features planned for future releases, with some users even getting access toautomatic doorbell previews....
Google TV could be working on smarter Nest speaker connectivity and Wear OS integration The pandemic changed the way we live, and tech companies like Google are no exception. One of the more significant changes is an increased focus on convenience, fitness, and integration across major services. An unlikely offering is at the center of Google’s upcoming changes sharpening this focus:Google TV. It could soon get features like Wear OS integration, smart home features, and wireless audio capabilities....
How to Fix the “Not Enough Physical Memory Is Available” VMware Error in Windows VMware Workstation is one of the best virtualization software packages for Windows. However, some users see an error message when they try to start virtual machines in VMware Workstation. That error message says, “not enough physical memory is available to power on this virtual machine,” and virtual machines won’t start up. This VMware issue can arise when there’s more than enough RAM available on a PC....
How to Fix Windows Update Error 0xCA00A009 The Windows Update Service is a built-in application responsible for managing the installation of Windows updates. Microsoft uses this service to release Windows updates and security patches. However, in some cases, Windows Updates may not work as they should and instead return an error message with a code, and one such error code is 0xCA00A009. You may encounter this problem if you have upgraded Windows to the latest version....
Samsung’s August 2022 security patch is available for the international Galaxy A32, F41, and more If you own a high-end Samsung phone, then you are probably used to getting the latest security patches before everyone else — yes, the Korean company has gottenthatgood at delivering software updates, routinely beating Google at their own game. Heck, they’ve gotten so fast at it that you might even receive patchesseveral days ahead of schedule, allowing customers to rest easy knowing that the newest security holes have already been taken care of....
The 5 Best Free Apps to Strengthen Your Smartphone’s Security Just a decade ago, the vast majority of internet traffic came from desktop devices. The situation is radically different today, with smartphones dominating the market. As they always do, cybercriminals have adapted to this new reality, coming up with fresh tactics and developing malware aimed at mobile devices. Whether you prefer Android or iOS, securing your smartphone should be your top priority....
