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, but there are loads of other sizes in use too, such as the 14500, 16340, and 26650. These batteries are incredibly safe if treated properly, especially when you consider how much power they contain, and can last for many years and hundreds of discharge cycles before needing to be replaced. Also: The best rechargeable batteriesDespite being so reliable, things can go wrong with these batteries. One of the most common issues is that they can become so discharged that they refuse to charge altogether. While these…

Video: How to safely share photos of your kidsHow to safely share photos of your kidsWe’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later.DismissSkip to sections navigationSkip to contentSkip to footerSocial media has made protecting a child's digital footprint much more complicated. How can parents safely store and share photos of their kids? Credit: eSafety Commissioner, Australian GovernmentMarch 8, 2024 — 1.54pm Video: How to safely share photos of your kidsHow to…

Community-driven navigation app Waze has announced the rollout of 6 new features to help drivers navigate safely and responsibly. The platform was acquired by Google in 2013 and has been serving as an alternative to other navigation apps such as Google Maps and Apple Maps. Taking on these big giants takes some effort and the platform keeps on getting more and more features. Now, the latest Waze update has rolled out 6 new features that are aimed at making trips safer and more comfortable.Waze rolls out 6 features: All…

The Gaganyaan astronauts can be safely rescued during the return mission from 48…

In a digital era where privacy concerns are paramount, many users are increasingly wary of platforms like Truecaller, which aggregate contact information and phone numbers. If you're among those concerned about your privacy and wish to remove your phone number from Truecaller, rest assured that the process is relatively simple. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to safely delete your Truecaller account and ensure your phone number is unlisted from the database.Steps to Delete Your Truecaller AccountTo…

Apple has recently dispelled the long-standing myth that placing a wet iPhone in a bag of rice can save it from water damage. Contrary to popular belief, this method can actually exacerbate the problem by allowing rice particles to infiltrate the device, potentially causing additional harm. Additionally, employing external heat sources, compressed air, or inserting foreign objects into the phone's connector are strongly discouraged by Apple.Apple's New Advisory for Wet iPhonesIn a recent advisory to its customers, Apple…

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We all know we should back up our computers in case something goes wrong, but many people are put off by what seems like a complicated process. Luckily, it’s very easy to back up your Mac, and there are plenty of options open to you, meaning you can find one that suits you best. One of the easiest ways to back up your Mac is to use Time Machine, which is a free backup app that’s included with your Mac. Once you’ve set it up, it will automatically do hourly backups for the last 24 hours, daily backups for the…

Herbicides were touted as ‘miracle’ chemicals when they changed farming practices forever in the late 1940s, but researchers are now desperate to find a more sustainable, soil-friendly and non-toxic way of wrangling weeds while promoting crop growth. Now, researchers out of China believes they've made a major breakthrough that could give wheat crops an eco-friendly future.The team from Huazhong Agricultural University has developed novel lab-cultured synthetic microbial communities, also known as SynComs, which…

The Apple App Store has nearly 2 million apps for any and all types of tasks imaginable on iPhones. While the number doesn't quite match the figures on the Google Play Store, these often tend to be more than enough to fulfil users' needs. However, the EU has now forced Apple's hand and the iPhone maker has issued an update that brings an alternative way to install apps on iPhones - a process known as sideloading. And although Apple has brought sideloading to the iPhone by allowing alternative app stores, the Apple App…