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All the downloads here are legal. They’re either public domain or, in most cases, the artists have permitted downloads. That means you can feel great about listening to the music and discovering some hidden gems you might have otherwise passed on. You can discover new music by viewing the most popular music and the songs that trending. The Latest music filter lets you see recently added songs, and you can search for artists that you know to see if their music is available for download....

Yes, there really are no-strings-attached, free online storage services out there. Many of them, actually. While nearly all have premium offerings that provide more space, the free options are usually more than enough for most people, especially if you use more than one. Better yet, many of these providers give you even more free space for referring friends or performing other tasks. One interesting feature is the ability to share links in a way where the recipient needs a second part of the URL, basically like a password, before they can decrypt the information....

Here’s how Siri can improve your productivity at work, at home, or just by using your device. Launch an App Perhaps one of the most simple tasks Siri can perform and often one of the most overlooked. Just think of the number of times you’ve gone through page after page of app icons searching for the right one when all you needed to say was “Launch Facebook.” Answer Questions You can use Siri to search the web by prefacing your question with “Google,” which lets you “google the best iPad games,” for example....

There are many wallpapers for this time of year, such as free Thanksgiving wallpapers and free Halloween wallpapers. Search for festive autumn wallpapers at the best free wallpaper sites or immerse yourself in autumn with fun free autumn and fall computer fonts. Download this background in several sizes that fit a variety of monitors, including widescreen monitors. Download this wallpaper in a variety of sizes. Download it for any size monitor, tablet, or phone....

It makes sense to reduce the amount of data you use if you aren’t on an unlimited plan. Here are some tips and tricks for limiting your data usage on your mobile device. Restrict Background Data Most operating systems, including iOS and Android, allow you to restrict background data with the flick of a switch in the network settings. When you restrict background data, some apps and phone services don’t work unless you have access to a Wi-Fi network....

Intel and classroom software maker Class are developing software that will watch over digital students’ faces and body language. The system can reportedly detect whether students are bored, distracted, or confused, but some experts are concerned that the software could lead to invasions of privacy. “Such AI-based monitoring products should be transparent about how this data is being used,” Michael Huth, co-founder of the company Xayn and head of the computing department at Imperial College London, told Lifewire in an email interview....

The headline features are better sound, better noise canceling, better battery life, and so on, but there are also a bunch of smaller improvements that will probably make a bigger difference, in the end. And the biggest update doesn’t even look like much of an update at all until you understand what it means. “I hate to say the word ‘perfect,’ but at least on paper, these look damn close for what they are,” AirPods Pro fan Macduke says in a MacRumors forum thread....

Android 12’s full release isn’t expected to arrive until sometime later this year. A recent look at the second developer preview revealed new privacy indicators that will let you see if an app is accessing your camera, microphone, or location. Apple recently released a similar feature with iOS 14, though it looks like Google’s will offer more in-depth information, as well as showcase full context about all the system features currently being used....

TV antennas, like the Antop AT-127, are a great way to get local channels without paying a monthly fee. As streaming services have become commonplace, some subscribers don’t have access to live TV and broadcast channels. Some of the best TV antennas provide advanced features, but their designs leave something to be desired. I tested the attractive Antop AT-127 Antenna for a week to see if its design, setup, and performance make it a worthy option....

When tech enthusiasts and music lover Dave B emailed Tim Cook to complain about the state of the Music app on the Mac, he didn’t expect a reply. But his email ended up with a phone conversation with “someone in Tim Cook’s office,” and Cook sent Dave B’s advice to the Music design team, which must have made them very happy. In related news, the latest macOS Monterey beta includes a newly-built music app that might solve a lot of Dave B’s problems....

From the addition of 5G support to a higher-resolution OLED display and attractive design refinements, the iPhone feels properly refreshed with this edition—and more importantly, the core, non-Pro iPhone no longer feels like a “lesser-than” model, unlike the last couple versions. In fact, given the similarities between them and the $200 price gulf, the iPhone 12 might be the better pick than the iPhone 12 Pro for many users this time around....

Cupertino’s mapping app now has a stunning new look and dozens of features that make it more useful than ever. The new Apple Maps offers more details and better directions. There’s also a new 3D feature that provides users with a more immersive way to explore major cities. “When you are arriving at a new destination using maps, it is often a bit difficult to recognize the right building even after you reach,” tech expert Aqsa Tabassam told Lifewire in an email interview....

In 2020, Apple bought popular weather app and weather data provider, Dark Sky. Dark Sky’s gimmick was extremely accurate, hyperlocal forecasts. For example, the app could give a rain warning for your precise spot, warning you of a shower that will start in 5 minutes and last 15 minutes. In iOS 15, that technology got rolled into the iPhone weather app. It’s so good that nobody needs to buy a third-party weather app....

When Did the 6th Generation Apple TV Come Out? Apple officially announced the Apple TV 6 in April 2021 and said it would be available in late May. The company is taking orders starting April 30. Because Apple announced the 4th generation Apple TV in September of 2015 and the 5th generation model in 2017, we expected news about a 6th generation model by the fall of 2020. Since industry rumors and countless tweets were wrong about 2020, our bet was on Spring 2021 (probably April), which turned out to be true....

When a scrappy startup needs to solve a problem, it creates a clever, low-budget solution. When a worldwide megacorp has the same problem, it throws money at it. No company has more money than Apple, which makes iOS 14.5’s new Apple Watch Unlock feature all the more impressive. It takes what is already there, and MacGyvers it to do something else. Yes, we just used “MacGyver” as a verb. This is the kind of hack Apple usually seems to have trouble with....

However, after a few months, the Activity and Workout apps on the Watch become two of their favorite Apple Watch features. People who wear these devices every day focus more on the activity readings from the Apple Watch than those from the​ Fitbit. We reviewed both devices, and they differ in several areas. Overall Findings Both the Apple Watch and the Fitbit are useful devices for individuals who are interested in their fitness levels....

A new survey finds that more than a third of scientists doing AI research believe that the decisions made by AIs could trigger a debacle as bad or worse than nuclear war. The research highlights growing concern that AI could have unintended dangerous effects and produce many benefits. The way to stop computers from harming people? “Develop principles for safe and trustworthy AI,” Michael Huth, the head of the Department of Computing at Imperial College London and a senior researcher at the AI company Xayn told Lifewire in an email interview....

Dual-band wireless routers are fairly affordable now that the 802.11ac wireless standard has become more of the norm in routers and other devices. If you’re hoping to upgrade from a single-band router or you’re simply interested in leveling up to a device that’s at the forefront of the latest router technology, consider the Asus RT-AC68U. It has enough power to support large homes and boasts parental controls, gaming support, and AiMesh home networking....

There’s been a massive resurgence of analog music in the past few years and the popularity of vinyl records has continued to rise. The Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB-BK is a beautifully designed, premium turntable that not only plays your favorite records but can digitize your record collection. We tested Audio-Technica’s latest way to ride the vinyl trend to find out if it was easy to set up, play records, and convert your favorite albums into digital files....

Beacons Support Proximity Marketing Beacons are used in various environments, such as retail stores, to track customers’ movements, via their smartphones, and deliver relevant information and offers. This type of interaction between businesses and consumers is known as proximity marketing. Beacon technology has been used by businesses in every industry since the Apple iBeacon was introduced in 2013. The widespread use of smartphones creates these opportunities for location-based advertising and other services....