Monday, August 26, 2019

How to Fix Apple Mail and BT Internet “Won’t Send Emails”

For many users, the BT internet router, which helps them to share email through the Apple Mail, suddenly stop working correctly on their Mac. Many users are facing this issue and they can be fixed this issue by following the instructions mentioned below.
Here’s how to fix Apple Mail and BT internet “Won’t Send Emails” error
  • Identify the DNS on your Mac
If you want to search for the DNS on your Mac, then follow the steps mentioned below:
  1. Press on the Apple symbol.
  2. It is located at the upper side of the box.
  3. Go to the System Preferences option.
  4. Go to the Network.
  5. Choose if you will get the wireless or Ethernet option.
  6. Press on the Advanced option.
  7. Click on the DNS option.
  8. Press on the button for adding all the DNS servers.
  9. Start adding the two servers.
  • Changing the hostname on your Wifi router
To fix the issue, try tweaking the router’s hostname. You can change the name of the host by using the Wifi router. You just need to launch
the Safari browsing application for this procedure.
  1. Go to the Safari browser.
  2. Enter the Wifi router IP address in the location bar: 192.168.1.254.
  3. Press on the Settings tab.
  4. Type the password.
  5. Click on the Advanced settings tab.
  6. Click on the Business Network or Home Network option.
  7. Now, you will get the menu list of all the systems which you have paired to the Wifi router.
  8. In case you are not able to find yours, then unpair all the devices with which you are paired.
  9. Press on it and provide it a new title.
  • Change the Mac name
Changing the device name might fix the issue. Do you want to know how you can change the name of the Mac? Then the steps which are mentioned below.
  1. Go to the Terminal
  2. It is located on the Finder application.
  3. Click on the Applications option.
  4. After that, press on the Utilities option.
  5. Enter the given command: scutil –set HostName NEW HOSTNAME.
  6. Press on the Apple symbol.
  7. After that, click on the System Preferences option.
  8. Launch in case you are not able to share, press on the Show All option.
  9. It is located on the upper side of the screen.
  10. Press on the Edit option.
  11. Change the Local Hostname to the old Mac name.
  12. Start rebooting the Mac.
Kellie minton is an avid technical blogger, a magazine contributor, a publisher of guides at mcafee.com/activate and a professional cyber security analyst. Through her writing, she aims to educate people about the dangers and threats lurking in the digital world .

Thursday, August 22, 2019

How to Convert a Picture of Data into MS Excel Spreadsheet

Microsoft has a tool for Android and iOS users to convert their pictures of data into MS Excel Spreadsheets. With the Insert Data from Picture tool in Excel, you can click a snap of data in columns and rows on a piece of paper. The Android and iOS Excel app will automatically change the image data into an editable table.
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The conversion tool for spreadsheet sends the data to Microsoft Excel’s online present image-recognition engine. The engine then proceeds to process and change the words and numbers in the form of a table. The tool can convert up to almost two dozen languages. You get the chance to edit any issues before the data is converted.
The Excel app is a part of the MS Office app available for mobile devices along with PowerPoint and Word. The free of cost versions provide standard editing tools, while the MS Office subscription unlocks features like the ability to merge and collaborate with other colleagues.
To convert photos from the phone into Excel Table Data :
1.      Open the Excel app and press the New button. It will be present at the top and will create a new document. You can either create a plain workbook or choose one of the existing templates.
2.      Press the Data from the picture button, which looks like a 3×3 grid icon with a camera. It is located at the bottom of the app. You will be asked for permissions if this is your first time using Microsoft Online Service.
3.      Fix the red rectangle surrounding the data you wish to capture, and then press the circular capture button. It may take you a few tries to successfully do it if you are not familiar with the app.
4.      After capturing the image, press the red check icon to convert it into Excel data. Tap the cross if you want to capture the picture again.
5.      To fill any missing information, press the red highlighted cell and press Edit. Press Done when you are finished.
6.      When you are happy with the data you have captured, press insert from the top. The data will be added in your workbook.
It does not matter what your data is. It could be numbers, words, lists, or even recipe ingredients. The app is really accurate in capturing data from a piece of paper. It also works on PC screens; however, it did struggle with hand-written details.
The tool for iOS and Android is compatible with 21 languages, which include German, French, Spanish, and much more as stated by Microsoft.
Users’ security is Microsoft’s utmost priority, so they try their best to assure that the data remains secure.
Kellie minton is an avid technical blogger, a magazine contributor, a publisher of guides at mcafee.com/activate, and a professional cyber security analyst. Through her writing, she aims to educate people about the dangers and threats lurking in the digital world.

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

How to Make Time-Lapse in a Video using the iMovie App

Time-Lapse is a handy feature, and it is used to boost the playback speed in a movie or video. Think if you want to make a clip of clouds, which are moving rapidly in the sky, to get that effect in your clip, you will need to enhance the playback speed. Time-Lapse is a technique which increases the speed of a clip. iMovie is one of the best video editing software of all time, and it offers many essential functions to its users, such as time-lapse.
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If you want to learn how to use the time-lapse feature in iMovie app, then this article will help you to do just that. Let’s get started.
How to Use Time-Lapse Feature in iMovie on Your Mac?
The iMovie 10 allows you to speed up a video up to 20 times more than your average video speed. If you also got iMovie 10 on your Mac, then it is good news because you can get the fastest time-lapse when compared to its old versions. To start using the Time-Lapse feature on your Mac, see the instructions given below:
  1. Navigate to the iMovie app on your Mac
  2. After the app opens, go to ‘File” located in the upper menu.
  3. Now choose the “Import” option from the list to load the video from your Mac. If you want to import the video directly from your camera, then choose the “Import from Camera” option.
  4. Now you have to hold the video thumbnail inside “My Media” and drag it to the timeline located in the bottom.
  5. After that, you will see that your clip is divided into multiple frames over the timeline. Now click on the clip appeared on your timeline.
  6. Now tap on “clock” icon appearing at the media preview area which is located at the top of the editor.
  7. There you have to decide the speed of your clip according to your choice.
  8. Finally, tap the share button to save the video on your storage. It also allows one to share it over social media channels such as YouTube, Facebook, and more.
How to Make Time-Lapse on iPhone and iPad?
If you have iMovie on your iOS device, then it will allow you to create time-lapse even on your phone or tablet. If you haven’t installed the iMovie app on your device, then do it now by visiting your Apple App Store. See the instructions below to learn how to use this feature on your iPhone or iPad:
  1. Open the iMovie app.
  2. Now go to ‘Projects’ from the top of your screen.
  3. After that press on the “Create Project” option.
  4. Browse and import a video file in which you want to make time-lapse.
  5. Now select your clip located in the timeline. You will see a tiny toolbox at the bottom of your display.
  6. Click on the “clock” button appeared on the bottom-left of your device. Just after that, you will see a speed adjusting slider.
  7. Now adjust the speed bar slider to enhance and decrease the speed of your clip.
  8. Finally hit the ‘Done’ button.
The edited clip will now be saved inside the iMovie album.
Kellie Minton is a qualified IT engineer by education. After working in the IT sector for a decade, she began writing about it two years ago. She loves to write about emerging technology like office.com/setup.

How to Install tvOS 13 Public Beta 6 on Your Apple TV?

If you are looking for a tutorial to help you with downloading and installing tvOS 13 beta 6 to your Apple TV, then you have come to the right place. Currently, we all have the chance to taste Apple’s new OS for its TV streaming devices. tvOS 13 Public Beta 6 is available for free and only requires an Apple account. In order to get tvOS 13 Public Beta 6 on your Apple TV, you need to sign up for the Beta Software program by Apple. tvOS 13 is coming up with many new features, look and feel.
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If you want to give your Apple TV a new look and feel, then trying it out is a good idea. However, this Beta is not a finalized software, so keep in mind that bugs will be there. If you are afraid of losing the original ROM of Apple TV, then this article is not for you. Without wasting any more time, let’s get started.
tvOS 13 Public Beta Release Date
August 15, 2019, Apple released its sixth public Beta for tvOS 13. If you have installed the tvOS Beta before in your device, then you don’t need to sign up again. Go to your Settings> System> Software Update and after that download the sixth public Beta. If you are trying tvOS 13 Beta for the first time, then you need to register first.
Signing Up for Apple’s Beta Program
It is an entirely free process and only requires a few details of your Apple account. Here’s how to sign up for tvOS 13 beta:
1.  Open your browser and then go to the beta.apple.com.nofollow link.
2.  Press the Sign Up button to get started.
3.  Now provide your Apple credentials such as ID and password.
4.  After that, hit the Sign In.
5.  Hit the Accept button after reading the terms and conditions of Apple beta software.
Now you are successfully registered with the Apple beta program, and the next step is to enroll yourself for Apple’s tvOS 13 public beta 6.
Enrolling for tvOS 13 Public Beta 6
The enrollment for the tvOS 13 beta is almost the same as signing up for the beta program. Here’s how to enroll for the tvOS 13 public beta:
1.  Navigate Settings on your device.
2.  Go to Accounts.
3.  After that, you can choose any apps from the App Store, iTunes, and iCloud.
4.  Now you will have to sign in using your Apple ID and password. Same as you did in the previous step.
5.  On your Apple TV remote, hit the Menu key.
6.  Press the same Menu key on your Apple remote one more time.
7.  Now go to “System.”
8.  Head to Software Updates.
9.  Click on the Get Public Beta Updates.
10. Now to confirm press the Get Public Beta Updates option.
11. After that hit the Agree button.
Now the tvOS beta update is activated and you can download and install the tvOS 13 to your device.
How to Download and Install the tvOS 13 Public Beta 6?
1.  Head to Settings on your device.
2.  Go to System and then tap on Software Updates.
3.  Hit the Update Software button.
4.  Press on download and install option.
Now wait until the update finishes. Don’t interfere or use your device between the update process.
Kellie Minton  arrived on the cyber security scene in the early 2000s when virus and malware were still new and slowly evolving. Her longtime affair with writing with an interest in the cybersecurity industry, combined with her IT degree, has contributed to experience several aspects of security suite industry such as blogging at norton.com/setup.

How to Fix No Service Problem on iPhone

If your iPhone is not able to get network signals, then this means you would not be able to get basic tasks like messaging or calling done. Even for using the Internet, you would have to connect to a Wi-Fi network. There can be several reasons as to why the iPhone is not catching any networks, and they could be:
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  • Damaged SIM Card.
  • Areas with low/no network coverage.
  • Software bug.
  • Misplacement of SIM tray.
Before following any of the given steps, you should try to go to an area with better network coverage or make sure that your account is active or not.
Fixes for No Service Problem on iPhone
  1. Switch the Airplane Mode
The most basic fix for the problem could be to switch on and off the Airplane mode. You can go to Settings-General-Airplane Mode. Switch it On and wait for a minute. Then switch it Off. The alternative way is through the control center.
  • Swipe up the screen from the bottom, and you will see the control center.
  • Press on the Airplane icon on the top left side to switch it On.
  • Wait a minute and then switch it Off.
  • Toggle up the Cellular Data
  • Make sure that the cellular data is switched on. If not, then you can go to Settings-Cellular-Cellular Data.
If you are abroad, then make sure that you have turned the Data Roaming Mode On. You can do this through Settings-Cellular- Data Roaming.
  • Date and Time Settings
You should make sure that the Date and Time settings on your device are according to your time zone. You can:
  • Connect the device to Wi-Fi.
  • Open the Settings tab.
  • Locate General and then Date and Time.
  • Switch on Set Automatically.
  • Reboot/Restart the iPhone
One of the most basic solutions for every electronic device is just to restart it. The same goes for your iPhone.
  • Hold down the Sleep button.
  • Drag the slider from left to right.
  • Wait at least a minute after the device is shut down.
  • Turn it back on by holding down the sleep button.
  • Change Network Preference/ Voice and Data
Switching up the network preferences can fix the issue.
  • Open the Settings tab and choose Cellular.
  • Tap on Cellular Data Option and then Voice and Data.
  • Switch the network. If you use 4G, then switch to 3G and vice versa.
  • Carrier Settings Update
The service network provider offers carrier settings for functions like calling, texting, and data connection. To update the settings:
  • Connect to a stable Data Connection.
  • Head to Settings-General-About.
  • There will be a notification if there is an update available.
  • Reinsert the SIM card
You can do the same by:
  • Taking out the SIM tray.
  • Taking the SIM out and putting it back correctly.
  • Reinsert the tray back.
Make sure that the SIM card is not physically damaged. You should also try to put the SIM card in other devices to check if it is actually working or not.
  • Update the Device
You should always keep your iOS updated as it enhances your device’s performance and security. You can update the device by:
  • Connect to a Wi-Fi network.
  • Open the Settings-General-Software Update.
  • Check if there is an update available or not.
  • Tap on Download and install the update.
  • Reset All Settings
This method would not wipe your device’s data or media.
  • Open the Settings-General-Reset.
  • Reset All Settings and enter the password if needed.
  • Confirm the action.
  • Restore the iPhone to Factory Settings
You can connect the device to iTunes and restore it to Factory Settings. This step will wipe the data, so you are advised to back up the data first.
  • Connect to a stable Wi-Fi and make sure you have the latest iTunes version.
  • Connect the device to a PC with a lightning cable.
  • Tap Restore on the Summary option.
  • iTunes will process the Firmware first so you should wait it out.
  • After the process is done, set the device as a new device.
Kellie minton is an avid technical blogger, a magazine contributor, a publisher of guides at mcafee.com/activate, and a professional cyber security analyst. Through her writing, she aims to educate people about the dangers and threats lurking in the digital world.

How to See Your Deleted Tweets on Twitter

If you have been using Twitter for a long time, then you must know how frustrating deleting a tweet accidentally could be. Some missteps and you have deleted your tweet forever, or have you? Some services allow you to recover your deleted tweets. They cannot be restored to your Twitter account but can be restored nonetheless.
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  1. The Standard Way
Even if it sounds creepy, Twitter keeps a record of all its users. The archive is not too hard to access. All you have to do is:
  • Open Twitter and Log In.
  • Tap on your Profile option on the top-right corner.
  • Choose Settings and Privacy there.
  • Locate Content settings.
  • Click on Request your archive.
  • There will be a pop-up notification telling you that Twitter has started preparing your archive.
  • You will get an email from Twitter informing that the archive process is done. Wait till then.
  • Press the Download Now button.
  • The tweets will be in zip format.
  • Extract them using third-party software.
  • Choose a location for the tweets.
  • Press Extract, and you will get your tweets back.
  • Snap Bird
Twitter’s native method is undoubtedly the safest way to recover your tweets; it certainly is not the quickest. Snap Bird is one of those websites that let you find out a specific tweet. It also includes other person’s tweets or your texts.
The website has its several plus points, with the only negative aspect being the security. The app asks for permission to your Twitter profile. This includes your tweets and texts. You have to log in to your Twitter account through the app to provide the access. If you do not have any problems with this, then this is a superior option for you to get your tweets back quickly.
  • Wayback Machine
This works not only for Twitter but for other sites as well. The Wayback Machine saves several states of websites for a period of years. There are over 370 billion pages saved there, and yes, Twitter is there too.
You can use the Wayback Machine:
  • Provide the link and click Enter.
  • The results will be in the form of a calendar. Click on the date you wish to choose from.
  • The website will take you to your desired site while also letting you change any date or website through its menu on the top.
These are one of the most reliable options for you to recover your tweets. The native method still is and most likely will be the safest method to retrieve the tweets. If you know how long before you posted the tweet then Wayback Machine might be an option for you since it has screenshots from the specific dates available.
Kellie Minton  is a self-professed security expert; he has been making the people aware of the security threats. His passion is to write about Cyber security, cryptography, malware, social engineering, internet and new media. He writes for Norton security products at norton.com/setup.

Monday, August 19, 2019

Google Pixel 4: Everything You Need to Know

The sixth beta update of Android Q was released on August 7th, and it is the last beta update for the OS. This means that the official release of the latest Android OS is not that far away. There is a much better understanding of the company’s upcoming flagships Pixel 4 XL and Pixel 4. Google posted an unexpected image for Pixel 4 in June, and then went on to post a video about the device’s face unlock on YouTube.
Google Pixel 4 Specification Leak, Release Date & Everything You
Google’s confidence in Pixel 4 is evident, and Pixel 4’s success is integral for Google. Seeing how Pixel 3 performed in the market despite its fantastic camera and critic acclaim was surprising. Being a Verizon only could be the reason behind it plus the decrease in phone sales could be blamed too.
Pixel 3 was expensive, so Google even went on to release Pixel 3A along with Pixel 3A XL. There were several issues reported by users, and the company settled a lawsuit deciding to pay $500 to every buyer of the first-pixel phone.
Now here are some of the new Google Pixel 4’s features.
  • Confirmed: Existence along with Square Camera Setup
Pixel 4 is going to be a phone from Google as they released a tweet with Pixel 4’s images. The image confirmed Pixel 4 along with the rear square camera setup.
The pic contains two phones, one of them shows the rear with square setup for cameras.
  • Confirmed: Face Unlock with Motion Sensors
These features were rumored back in June and confirmed on August 12th by Google. There was a video posted by Google which stated that there would be a Soli radar chipset. This will allow a Face ID unlock system much like Apple’s Face ID. The feature will be secure to make digital transactions. The feature lets you perform several actions like snoozing alarms, skipping songs, and silencing incoming calls just by moving your hand in front of the phone.
  • Possibly: One selfie camera
There was a supposed spotting of Pixel 4 back in June with two front cameras like Pixel 3. However, Google’s latest tweet had one front-facing camera in it. There is uncertainty as to why Google would lose the second front-facing camera, as the camera was performing nicely in Pixel 3.
  • Possibly: Releasing in October
This is not based on rumors or news; it is based on the recurring release pattern of Google. They have been releasing their flagships in October since 2016, so it is highly likely that Pixel 4 will be released in October.
  • Possibly: Android Q
Like previous Pixel flagships, the Pixel 4 will be one of the first flagships to run on Android latest OS. There are no official names for upcoming Android OS, but seeing as they release the forthcoming OS alphabetically, is temporarily called Q. It is said to come with new permissions features, system-wide dark mode, face recognition, and upgraded security.
Other possibilities contain Dual SIM capabilities and 90 Hz display.
Kellie Minton  is a self-professed security expert; he has been making the people aware of the security threats. His passion is to write about Cyber security, cryptography, malware, social engineering, internet and new media. He writes for Norton security products at norton.com/setup.

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