In this article, I’ll show you the steps you need to perform to create your own custom USB drive icon. Note that this procedure will work for anything that uses the Autorun feature in Windows like CDs, DVDs, external hard drives, etc. Step 1: The first thing you’ll need to do is either find an .ICO file on your computer or online that you would like to use or create your own ICO file from an image....

When you fire up Google Search on your browser or open the Google App, you’ll immediately see the most popular searches and search suggestions for your region underneath the Search box. They can be about anything—celebrity gossip, sports, politics, you name it. Google calls them “trending searches.” Can You Disable Trending Searches on Google? It goes without saying, but Google’s trending searches can easily cause you to lose your concentration....

In this article, we’ll teach you how to find contacts from your phone and your Facebook friends and turn them into your Instagram followers. How to Sync Your Phone Contacts on Instagram Before you can find and follow people you know on Instagram, you need to connect your Instagram account with your phone’s contact list. Contacts Syncing is the feature that allows you to do that on the Instagram app....

Some possible reasons you can’t download your MMS message include an inactive internet connection, faulty SMS app cache data, incorrect APN settings, and phone system bugs. Switch Your Data Connection Mode When you face issues downloading an MMS message, switch your internet connection mode and see if that resolves the issue. You can switch to cellular data if you’re on a Wi-Fi connection or use a wireless network if you’re on mobile data....

Disney+ isn’t alone in doing this, as all major streaming services actively try to block VPN connections to prevent you from streaming content that isn’t accessible in your region. VPNs aren’t the only cause, however, so if you’re seeing a Disney+ error code 73 error that you can’t troubleshoot, here’s what you’ll need to do to fix it. What Is Disney+ Error Code 73 and What Causes It? Disney+ is a service that is only available in a limited number of locations....

For the most part, a printer will appear “Offline” if your computer is unable to establish communication with the device. This could be due to factors like loose cable connections, outdated printer drivers, problems with important system services, etc. Follow the recommended fixes below to get your printer online. Check the Printer’s Cable or Network Connection Before you jump to tweaking your PC’s settings, make sure the printer is correctly plugged into the power outlet and powered on....

Once you have your Discord server, you can invite your friends, set permissions, and customize your text and voice channels. Don’t worry if you’re inexperienced with Discord, this guide will make sure you know everything important about setting up a server. How To Make a Discord Server Whether you’ve installed the Discord Android or iPhone app, have the desktop app, or you’re using the browser version, creating a Discord server follows the same steps....

You can play Minecraft together by setting up a dedicated server (called a Realm) in Minecraft, or you can open a simple peer-to-peer game through the multiplayer menu. There are benefits and downsides to both methods, and different ways to connect to your friends depending on your platform. How to Play Minecraft on PC Through the Multiplayer Menu When you launch Minecraft on your PC, you can choose to play Singleplayer, Multiplayer, or Minecraft Realms....

The good news is that there’s a way to reset the VR headset if it does freeze and a way to factory reset the entire device if everything goes wrong. Note that factory resetting will remove all saved files from the device and restore it to its out-of-the-box state, but you won’t lose any purchases. Of course, you can always redownload games to your account. How to Soft Reset the Quest 2 For minor glitches and software problems, you don’t need to factory reset....

Below, you’ll find all the Oscar nominees for Best Picture. We’ll tell you which streaming services carry the films below so you can watch the movies and make your predictions about which ones will win. Also, read our guide on how to watch the Oscars without cable. Belfast Set in Northern Ireland in 1969, Belfast follows the life of nine-year-old Buddy and his family during The Troubles. Kenneth Branagh has made history with his Oscar nominations in seven categories, including Best Director and Best Original Screenplay....

The friend wanted to know whether this was a phishing email or was it legitimate, but sent to them incorrectly by Apple? Well, it ended up being a fake email that was trying to get the user to click on a link so that they would enter their Apple ID credentials. Luckily, the friend didn’t click the link, but instead opened his browser and typed in iCloud.com and logged in that way....

Getting started with a wired security camera system can seem daunting, but once you know how wired security camera systems work, it will all make perfect sense. The Two Types of Wired Security Camera Systems The first order of business is to cover the two main types of wires security camera systems. The traditional wired camera system uses analogue coaxial cables and offers a relatively lower quality image. More modern systems use cameras that transmit data digitally over Ethernet cabling....

What is Mobile Hotspot Tethering? Most phones or devices that can connect to the cellular network to access the Internet can share that connection. It can share it with devices in a very small area via WiFi or Bluetooth connection. The part where you connect your device to a phone is the tethering part. Technically, anytime you connect two devices, wirelessly or with a wire like a USB cable, you’re tethering them....

Overall, I would give the remote play feature a 4 out of 5 stars, docking one star for the lower-than-desired 720p resolution that the feature maxes out at. The setup is very easy and everything just worked well, which is surprising whenever you have to stream something across a network. Just streaming a movie from my Synology NAS to my HDTV downstairs usually results in some sort of troubleshooting on my part, so I expected to run into at least a couple of issues....

1. The Battle for Wesnoth This turn-based high-fantasy strategy game takes you to the world of Wesnoth. The game looks as polished as anything you’d get from a traditional publisher in this genre, and the amount of content is staggering. There are 17 official single-player campaigns to plow through, and that’s before you get to the user-made content. As for the gameplay itself, Wesnoth sports over 200 unit types, spread across seven factions....

It’s not just classic Western RPGs that are getting strong representation. Classic RPGs from Japan (JRPG) now have a second life on mobile devices. Many Western gamers missed out on some of these gems when released on their original platforms, which is a real shame. Now anyone who owns an iOS or Android device can experience what so many JRPG fans have loved for years. So, may your battles be turn-based and your hair ever-spiky....

Please remember that some apps may include in-app purchases. Ensure that your children cannot make purchases without your permission by adjusting the appropriate settings in your Google account. Educational Apps These apps are mainly educational, but with a fun twist that will hold your child’s attention. They won’t even realize they’re learning in between all the fun! Endless Alphabet – In-app Paid Unlock (Ages 8 and Under) Endless Alphabet has 100 interactive word puzzles that are brought to life by a cast of colorful monsters....

I’m not going to go through what the new features are in iOS 10 because you’ve probably already read about that. Instead, I’m going to talk about some tweaks you can make to the settings and how to get the most out of some of the new features. Tip #1 – Revert Home Button The most jarring aspect of iOS 10 was the removal of Slide to Unlock. Even more so than that was the fact that you now have to press the home button rather than just rest your finger on it to unlock the phone....

The mobile phone made that a thing of the past, but smartphones have taken the ability to keep tabs on the people you care about to the next level. Whether you have an Android or iOS device, you can now permanently share your location with another person and have them do the same for you. What this means is you can check where they are at any time using the Google Maps app or by visiting the website....