What is an audio codec? A jargon-free explainer
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Compound metalens achieves distortion-free imaging with wide field of view
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3 great free movies to stream this weekend (November 15-17)
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How to watch Bundesliga handball live streams 2024/25
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Apple pulls US-funded Radio Free Europe app from Russia
The Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty news app has been removed from the App Store in Russia, in another case of the state mandating what apps are allowed.The App Store is a powerful digital ecosystem.The move comes less than a month after the Russian.....»»
Student-free days may be tricky for parents, but they can be vital for teachers and schools
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Spotify says that its lossless audio tier is still coming
During a recent earnings call by Spotify, the company has confirmed that they are still working on a lossless audio tier. The post Spotify says that its lossless audio tier is still coming appeared first on Phandroid. Some audiophiles migh.....»»
How to share a Wi-Fi QR code in iOS 18 to help your guests
Sharing your Wi-Fi with family, friends, and guests just got easier in iOS 18 with a new QR code feature for hassle-free connections.Sharing Wi-Fi passwords in iOS 18With iOS 18, Apple introduced a streamlined way to share Wi-Fi access — no more ty.....»»
DMDE review: How good is this free data recovery software?
I reviewed DMDE, a powerful, free, and low-cost data recovery app to test how well it restores files from HDDs, SSDs, and removable drives......»»
The new Level Lock+ includes Matter support, with a free limited-time upgrade available for existing users
has long been known for its unique “invisible” design philosophy, creating smart home locks that blend seamlessly into your home while delivering robust security with deep Apple integration on the software side. Today, Level announced the new Le.....»»
EU fines Meta €800 million for breaking law with Marketplace
EU: Tying the free Facebook Marketplace to the social network undermines rivals. Meta has been fined nearly 800 million euros ($844.6 million) by Brussels after regulators accused.....»»
How to SIM unlock the iPhone 16 Pro Max for FREE!
If you hate having your SIM locked to your carrier, then we’ll show you how to SIM unlock your iPhone 16 Pro Max for free! The post How to SIM unlock the iPhone 16 Pro Max for FREE! appeared first on Phandroid. There are many reasons why.....»»
Best subwoofer deals: Up the bass for as low as $54
A home audio setup isn't complete without some bass, and you can save big on a new subwoofer with these subwoofer deals we've rounded up......»»
Final Cut Camera can now capture Log-encoded HEVC video, more
Following the release of updates for Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro, Apple has also updated its Final Cut Camera app for iPhone. With the new version of the app, users can finally capture Log videos using the HEVC codec, as well as preview Log videos wi.....»»
Apple updates Logic Pro for Mac and iPad with Quantec Room Simulator
Apple on Wednesday released a major update to Logic Pro, its professional audio workstation software. Both Mac and iPad versions of Logic Pro are getting multiple new features, including a Quantec Room Simulator and improvements to Sound Browser on i.....»»
Amazon ends free ad-supported streaming service after Prime Video with ads debuts
Selling subscriptions to Prime Video with ads is more lucrative for Amazon. Amazon is shutting down Freevee, its free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) service, as it heigh.....»»
GOG’s Preservation Program is the DRM-free store refocusing on the classics
GOG still puts up new DRM-free titles, but it sees opportunities in oldies. The classic PC games market is "in a sorry state," according to DRM-free and classic-minded storefront.....»»
Amazon to phase out Freevee, but there’s still a way to watch for free
Amazon is phasing out Freevee, the ad-supported video streaming platform that launched in 2019 as IMDb Freedive before rebranding as Amazon Freevee in 2022......»»
Dehumanizing child-free women in film and TV gives misogyny a stage
"When are you giving us grandkids?" and "You'll change your mind," are familiar lines heard by child-free women around the table at family dinner......»»
Audio Cu’s audio-over-powerline tech that lets you avoid pro installers is only available through pro installers
Fasetto, the company behind the first audio-over-powerline solution, will only sell its Audio Cu products via pro installers......»»
How to SIM unlock the iPhone 16 Pro for FREE!
If you hate having your SIM locked to your carrier, then we’ll show you how to SIM unlock your iPhone 16 Pro for free! The post How to SIM unlock the iPhone 16 Pro for FREE! appeared first on Phandroid. If you bought the iPhone 16 Pro fr.....»»