WhatsApp app crashes with this link

Messages containing a specific URL linking to Whatsapp settings are causing the app to crash. We first noticed this in the 2.23.11.12 WhatsApp Beta version when a link to the URL http://wa.me/settings posted on a group chat crashed the app immediately. We can confirm that sending the link to group and personal conversations caused the …

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Android Phone suddenly asking for password

Android phone suddenly asking for a password? Here’s why

Ever notice your Android phone randomly disable biometrics, forcing you to enter a password or pattern for “additional security.” The phrase says it all, but entering a long password or complex pattern to unlock your phone can be frustrating when you are in a tricky scenario. Passwords, patterns, and PINs are more secure forms of …

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SAS Expander and HBA

SAS Expander vs. HBA: Which one is right for you

HBAs and SAS expanders are integral to any storage solution, whether consumer or enterprise. While both devices accomplish the same task of connecting storage media to a host computer, they play fundamentally different roles. Understanding the differences between these two devices is important when configuring a storage solution for your needs. HBAs and SAS Expanders …

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SAS Expander without a motherboard

How to use a SAS expander without a motherboard?

In our article on what a SAS expander is, we saw how it could be a valuable tool for extending the number of storage devices in a server or home PC. However, a common issue when installing them is a lack of ways to power them without a motherboard. Although a SAS Expander does not …

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SAS Expander with hard disk

What is a SAS Expander? Everything you need to know

Storage demands for personal and professional use have grown quickly in recent years. Take a video editing workstation, for example, where large quantities of raw footage must be saved, or a home media server storing high-resolution movies and shows for on-demand entertainment. SAS expanders are a cost-effective plug-and-play solution for your home server or PC, …

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galaxy watch 4 overheating

Is your Galaxy Watch 4 overheating? These fixes worked for us

Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 4 is a popular fitness-focused smartwatch powered by WearOS. We’ve noticed several reports of the Galaxy Watch 4 overheating, with users complaining of discomfort and minor burns while wearing it. Our retail 40mm model with LTE was also prone to frequent overheating during calls and occasionally while charging, so we decided to …

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How long does it take to charge an Apple Pencil?

How long does it take to charge an Apple Pencil? Let’s find out

An Apple Pencil running out of charge in the middle of a meeting or just when you have had a stroke of creativity can be frustrating. So, knowing how long it takes to charge an Apple Pencil is essential if you use your Apple Pencil regularly. The Apple Pencil is a deceptively simple-looking stylus. But …

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ipad gets hot when using apple pencil

iPad gets hot when using Apple Pencil? Try these easy fixes

The Apple Pencil is an essential accessory for note-taking and drawing, frequently used by students and artists. An overheating iPad is uncomfortable and distracting to use with an Apple Pencil, especially once it starts to lag and stutter. If you’re reading this article, then there is a good chance you’re facing issues with your iPad …

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does your ip address change when you move

Does your IP address change when you move?

A few years ago, IP addresses were a topic briefly discussed during the setup of a broadband connection at home and then forgotten. However, with a surge in VPN services, an “exposed” IP address has been popularized as something that could compromise your identity. So does this mysterious virtual address behave similarly to your home …

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Best Laptops for Mechanical Engineering Students in 2023

If you’re a student planning to major in Mechanical Engineering, you’ll need a laptop for running tasks like Computer-Aided Design, engineering simulations, and programming. These tasks are both graphically and computationally intensive, so you’ll need to choose the suitable processor, graphics, and memory specs. It’s important to realize that you’re not buying a laptop for …

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