Samsung has unveiled a new Temporary Cloud Backup feature for Galaxy S and Z series smartphones running One UI 6 that should make it a lot easier to backup and restore data when repairing or switching phones. Basically it offers unlimited cloud storage for your files… for a limited time. You can take up as […]
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Windows Insiders on the Dev Channel can now test Windows Copilot, a new Settings homepage, and updated Backup and Restore app
2 Comments on Windows Insiders on the Dev Channel can now test Windows Copilot, a new Settings homepage, and updated Backup and Restore appMicrosoft is rolling out a major Windows 11 update to members of the Windows Insider Preview program running Dev Channel builds of the operating system. Among other things, it brings a big update to the Backup and Restore tool introduced last month, a new Settings homepage, a new volume mixer experience in Quick Settings, accessibility […]
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Microsoft introduces Windows Backup app, available now to Insiders on the dev channel
Windows has had a pretty decent set of security tools for years, with firewall protection, virus scanning, and other features to help keep users safe from malware without the need for third-party software. And the built-in File History utility provides a decent way to backup your data to an external device for safe keeping. But […]
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Lilbits: Clubhouse gets a little less clubby (and open to everyone)
When Clubhouse made its debut as an audio-only social app for joining or listening into group conversations, it was an invite-only, iOS-only app released at a time when millions of people were stuck at home and perhaps craving social contact. It was a hit even before the app expanded to Android. And then signups started […]
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Google Photos is pulling plug on free unlimited photo storage
One of the best reasons to use Google Photos is that Google can automatically back up all of the photos you take with your smartphone for free. Or at least that used to be one of the best reasons to use Google Photos. Starting June 1, 2021 Google is removing that feature – you’ll still be […]
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Chrome OS 74 dev channel brings Linux app improvements (Crostini)
When Google first launched Chrome OS, it was only able to run web apps. A few years ago the company added support for Android apps. And last year Google introduced Crostini, a tool that allows you to install and run Linux applications on a Chromebook. For the most part, it works as promised — allowing […]
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Microsoft puts Windows 10 October 2018 Update on hold
A few days after starting to roll out the Windows 10 October 2018 Update to users, Microsoft has temporarily stopped distributing the latest feature update for its desktop operating system. The company says it’s “paused the rollout … for all users as we investigate isolated reports of users missing some files after updating.” Update 10/09/2018: […]
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CrashPlan is pulling the plug on its cloud backup service (for home users)
Want to make sure your photos, music, and other data stored on your computer are safe even if something happens to your PC? Then it’s a good idea to either back everything up to another device manually or automatically. And it’s an even better idea to have an off-site backup in case it’s not just […]
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Wannacrypt ransomware halted (for now), Microsoft patches Windows XP and up
On Friday a ransomware attack hit tens of thousands of computers around the world before it was (at least temporarily) stopped by a security researcher who found and activated a killswitch. But it’s possible the developer of the malware could tweak the code and try again, so the best protection is to make sure your computer’s […]
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Seagate Duet is a portable hard drive that syncs with Amazon Cloud Drive
Backing up your data is always a good idea. But you know what’s even better? Making two backups including one that’s stored remotely so that if your house or office burns down with your computer and backup drive in it, you won’t lose all your data. Now Amazon and Seagate have introduced a new portable hard […]