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I finally automated my messy downloads folder

I finally automated my messy downloads folder with these 3 “hidden” Windows features – howtogeek.com
For years, my Downloads folder was basically a dumping ground. Screenshots, random PDFs, driver installers, ZIP files I opened once and forgot about. They all landed there and never left. It wasn’t that I didn’t know how to clean it. I just didn’t have a process. Every browser defaults to Downloads. Every quick save ends up there. Over time, it turns into a permanent archive of temporary files.

– March Pixel Watch Feature Drop is a Huge Update

March Pixel Watch Feature Drop is a Huge Update – droid-life.com

Google isn’t only bringing new features to Pixel phone owners today – the Pixel Watch is getting its own Feature Drop. While not as robust as the phone side of things, Google is still handing out 8 features or expansions to their watch line. This might be the biggest Pixel Watch Feature Drop to date.


Old Wear OS Trick Will Update Your Pixel Watch

The Pixel Watch is getting a December update alongside the Pixel line of phones and that likely means you’ve checked for it. Since these things tend to rollout slowly, you may have come away disappointed after doing so and seeing a “Your watch is up to date” message. Thankfully, an old trick from our Fossil days happens to work on the Pixel Watch when an update is available.

How to search with your voice in Google Chrome

How to search with your voice in Google Chrome

To search with your voice in Google Chrome, go to google.com, click the microphone icon in the search bar, and speak your query. On a desktop, you may need to allow microphone permissions. On Android, tap the microphone in the Google app or widget. You can also use “Hey Google” if enabled in settings.

How to Search with Voice in Chrome:
  • On Desktop (Windows/Mac/Chromebook):
    • Open Google.com in Chrome and click the microphone icon in the search bar.
    • If prompted, click “Allow” to give the browser permission to use your microphone.
    • Speak your search query.
    • Note: If the microphone icon does not appear, ensure your browser settings allow microphone access under Settings > Privacy and security > Site Settings > Microphone.
  • On Android (Phone/Tablet):
    • Open the Google app or the Google search widget on your home screen.
    • Tap the microphone icon.
    • Speak your search query.
  • Troubleshooting:
    • If voice search is not working, check that no other applications are using the microphone, or try an incognito window to rule out extension issues.
    • Ensure your system-level permissions (in Windows/macOS Settings) allow Chrome to access the microphone.

For more advanced voice options, you can also use extensions like “Voice Search” from the Chrome Web Store, which allows searching across various engines.

I stopped using Wi-Fi for my TV and I’m never going back

I stopped using Wi-Fi for my TV and I’m never going back – MUO
Wi-Fi networks in many homes are strained by bandwidth, interference, and range limits. Theoretically, modern wireless networking standards like Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 can match wired Ethernet speeds, but those theoretical ratings are almost impossible to replicate in the real world. That’s why, with tens of Wi-Fi devices connected to my home network at any given time, I’ve gone all-in on wired networking wherever possible.

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