If you want to get rid of ads on Hulu, here’s what you’ll need to do. Note: If you have Hulu + Live TV, the following tips will block ads for Hulu (the video-on-demand service), but not Live TV streams. If you record a live TV show to the cloud-DVR, you can sometimes skip through the ads, but not always. It depends on the show and the device you’re watching it on....

Podcasts can buffer, skip, or stop playing altogether in those situations. Luckily, most podcast apps on iPhone or Android offer the ability to download and listen to a podcast offline. Having podcasts available for offline listening comes in handy if you travel a lot, go jogging, or you drive in areas with no data. If you’re unsure, here’s how to listen to a podcast offline. How to Listen to a Podcast Offline on iPhone or iPad To listen to a podcast offline on an iPhone or iPad, you need to download it first while connected to the internet....

On the other hand, you can make a playlist private on Spotify. To make a playlist private on Spotify, you need to do more than remove it from your profile. If you want to make a playlist private on Spotify and hide your music tastes from your friends, here’s what you’ll need to do. How to Make a Playlist Private on Spotify If you listen to Spotify on your PC or Mac, you can quickly make a playlist private by using the Spotify desktop app....

Luckily, making it happen through Windows 11 settings is a straightforward process. You won’t need to keep manually changing the time zones whenever you travel across a different time zone. To change time zone settings automatically on Windows 11, follow the steps below. How to Change Time Zones Automatically on Windows 11 Having the ability to keep track of time zones so you can keep your calendars and communications across time zones is a time saver....

For example, you might need a printed copy of text messages for legal or medical reasons. Whether you have a wireless printer that connects to your Wi-Fi network, or an older printer attached by a cable, you can print out texts. You can’t print a text directly from the Messages app, but with this helpful workaround, you’ll learn how to print text messages on Android. Print Text Messages on Android Note: Each version of Android looks and acts differently....

By setting an expiration date for your document, spreadsheet, or slideshow, you can share it with clients, customers, or vendors for a short period of time. This is a great way to limit access, and the feature only allows view and comment permissions. If you want to try the temporary access feature for a document you’re getting ready to share, here’s how to set it up. Set an Expire Date for a File Open the application where the file you want to share is located....

Intended to help people keep daytime and evening hours straight anywhere in the world, time zones don’t really matter to a computer. It’s usually best to set your Linux time zone to match yours or the one most of your users observe. Fortunately, it’s easy to configure the time zone on Linux even after installation. Here’s how. Why Does the Time Zone Matter in Linux? There are a number of tasks that Linux handles according to a schedule....

From the main screen, tap Settings (gear icon), then More. On the next screen tap Parental Controls. Next, you’re prompted to create a Parental Controls Password and tap Finish. Now you’ll have the full set of Parental controls on the Kindle Fire. You can block the Silk Browser, password protect purchases, and video playback. The controls are straightforward, and one to point out is Block or Unblock Content Types....

Before you start, make sure you have a charger nearby. Nothing messes up a new device setup quite like losing power in the middle of it. I like beginning with the device fully charged to avoid any mishaps. Since you’ll be downloading apps and updates, make sure you have a quality internet connection. For example, a Starbucks or Hotel wifi connection should be avoided. Also, don’t tether from another Internet device....

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What do you do when Instagram music isn’t working? You may find that you’re not able to add music to your Instagram posts. This could be for a number of different reasons, from your location to the type of account that you’re using. If your Instagram music isn’t working, we’ll explore some fixes you can try below. 1. Update Your Instagram App If you’re struggling to add music to your Instagram posts, it may be because you’re running an outdated version of Instagram....

1Password: Subscription or Stand-Alone? If you’re on the subscription plan, you’re upgraded. Nothing more you need to do. That’s the beauty of a subscription. I debated about switching to subscription. The advantages are primarily automatic upgrades to the latest version. They also do the syncing for you with the service. The service gives you more control if something goes wrong and gives you access to your passwords on other devices....

Why is the front door open? My home was never burglarized, but my car was a few years ago. I’ve seen enough movies to know where the story starts. You put the key in the door and then realize the door is already open. Something is not right. Just like with your online account, you need to be mindful of anything out-of-place. Sure Facebook changes all the time, but you should still keep an eye out for things that don’t make sense....

Why Two Factor Authentication? Although we’ve covered it before, passwords alone aren’t secure enough to protect you and your data. Databases get hacked, people get tricked with email phishing, and sometimes you (gasp!) reuse passwords. Two Factor systems rely on something you know, like a password, and something you have, like a special code. That code can be texted to you, can appear on a keyfob, or you can use software to create that code....

VLC Media Player The VLC Media Player is an open-source media project developed by the VideoLAN team. The design is a modular framework that allows it to easily feature multiple plug-ins and codecs, boosting its compatibility without making it a resource hog. We could spend all day talking about the myriad of features packed into this app, but the central point to share is that VLC can play nearly every media format known to man....

What’s Changed in Twitter’s Privacy Policy? A lot of changes have been made to the privacy policy, but there are three key changes to point out. More data sharing. Twitter is changing the way it shares data with what the company refers to as “partners” but what it really means is advertisers. “We’ve updated how we share non-personal, aggregated, and device-level data, including through some select partnership agreements that allow the data to be linked to your name, email, or other personal information – but only when you give your consent to those partners” the company writes in its blog post about its data sharing policy....

What Is It? This game is similar to other racing games we’ve covered, like AG Drive. The hook here is the ability to “drift” popularized in movies like The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift. The race scenes have backgrounds based in Japan. One feature I liked about the game is you can control it with either the accelerometer or thumb controls. I’m always a fan of steering by moving the iPhone or iPad; I feel more involved in the game....

There are a number of reasons why it might occur. If you’re struggling to fix a ‘we couldn’t connect to Instagram’ error, follow the steps below to fix it. Ensure Your Device is Connected to the Internet Your internet or data connection is one of the first places to start troubleshooting. It might sound obvious, but double-check that you have Wi-Fi and cellular data connectivity enabled on your mobile device....

Your CPU is actually one of the most important parts of your PC or Mac and it’s a term that’s been in use since the 1950s. There are actually CPUs in many of the electronic devices that you’ll use, including mobile phones and other smart devices. What is a CPU, exactly? What does a CPU do, and what do the different CPU specifications mean? Let’s explore this topic below....

What happened in 2004? Google introduced Gmail, and as Google often likes to do with their products, they totally up-ended the industry. Pre-Gmail, you got a paltry amount of space for emails, and you were expected to suck it up and like it. But now Gmail was offering one gig of space on an invite-only basis. I was ready to sell my grandmother that day for a Gmail invite (and I love her dearly)....