You’ve been doing some research and have found that cell signals from your wallet, phone, and computer can be exposed to cybercriminals. You wouldn’t be too concerned, but these devices store a lot of private data, from important information about confidential work projects to sensitive banking details. The last thing you’d want to happen is …
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Yesenia Achlim
You’re unpacking in your new home, and of course, your trusty TCL TV has made the move with you. You already have the perfect place in mind to put it, but after half an hour of nervous searching, you realize that you’ve completely lost the TV stand’s screws. The good news is that screws are …
Did you know that some TCL TVs have a built-in Chromecast feature? It’s true! This handy feature allows you to cast your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or browser’s screen to your TV without having to fuss with an external Chromecast device. So, if your TCL TV doesn’t support any streaming apps you want to use or …
You’re in the middle of finding the perfect internet plan for your new home. You work remotely and your job consumes a lot of data, so you need to make sure that your Wi-Fi plan can support your work’s data consumption. A lot of internet providers boast “unlimited data plans,” while others vaguely reference their …
Nothing is quite as distracting as a constantly blinking light, especially when you’re trying to focus on your favorite TV series. Unfortunately, you know this situation all too well, as your TCL’s status light has been blinking non-stop for the past few days. While this could be the result of software or hardware problems, there …
You’ve been watching Netflix on your laptop screen for the past few years, but just this weekend, you finally bought a TV. It’s not in the best condition and can barely stay connected to a network, if at all. However, you’d still like to mirror your smartphone, tablet, or laptop’s screen on the display. But …
The other day you found yourself in BestBuy’s electronics section staring at their endless TV options. Hundreds of TV brands seem to boast the same features: a 4K pictures resolution, stellar surround sound, and a low input mode. However, you notice that out of all these brands, Sony TVs seem to be some of the …
Have you been trying to display a USB, video, image, or audio file on your Sony TV, but much to your disappointment, are only met with a blank screen or error page? Many smart TVs, including Sony models, only support specific USB, video, image, and audio formats and will not display incompatible media files. This …
Your Sony TV was a big investment, but it’s started frequently rebooting and is making you question your financial decisions. Whether you’re watching a show or playing a game, you can expect your TV to turn off for a few minutes before restarting. What are the first steps you should take if your Sony TV …
The past few years have turned you into an absolute Spectrum fanatic, and you spend every free minute you have binge-watching their seemingly endless content options. You’ve also upgraded your entertainment center to include a new and improved Sony TV. You eagerly scroll through your TV’s app store to install the Spectrum app, but much …
While smart TVs should flawlessly stay connected to Wi-Fi when you’re using them, sometimes things don’t always go as planned. You know this situation all too well, as your Sony TV keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi. Your TV and router are both relatively new, so you’re hesitant to chalk it up to old age. Don’t worry. …
If you love sports, news broadcasts, or any other live TV programs, it can be difficult to watch them in real-time, especially if you work odd hours. So, figuring out a way to record them is key to watching your favorite live broadcasts whenever works for you. While some Sony TV models have a recording …
You’re in the midst of building a custom supercomputer and will spare no expense to purchase the highest-quality parts available. You plan on mainly using your computer for competitive online gaming, so you must ensure it has the fastest Wi-Fi connection possible. But you’re not sure if the CPU, RAM, or SSD will affect your …
You’re pumped to start using your Sony TV as soon as possible, so we’ll cut to the chase. You can control your Sony TV both with and without its included remote. The Sony smart remote features a variety of buttons that allow you to control every aspect of your TV, from its power status to …
Who doesn’t love mindlessly browsing what cable TV has to offer after a long day at the office? Today, you needed that bit of relaxation more than most, but when you turned your TV on, you found that you couldn’t change the channel. The current channel your TV is set to is showing a dull …
Every time you try to watch TV, it won’t turn on until you unplug it for a few seconds before plugging it back in. While you didn’t mind doing this process once or twice, it’s beginning to get a little frustrating. Your TV does seem to work perfectly fine once you’re able to turn it …
Your PS4 has to be the most-used electronic in your home. Day and night, your family and friends can find you gaming to your heart’s delight in your decked-out gaming room. However, your PS4 has started randomly disconnecting from Wi-Fi, even though your other electronics stay connected to the network. Needless to say, these network …
Your TalkTalk router has been your saving grace while working remotely. While it usually works flawlessly, it’s been exhibiting some strange symptoms lately. The Wi-Fi signal frequently cuts out and you’ve been trying to decipher the cause by observing the router’s lights. However, this has proven to be a challenging feat. What do your TalkTalk …
You’ve just downloaded the latest Marvel movie onto your USB and can’t wait to plug it into your LG TV, kick up your feet, and start watching. You plug your USB into your TV but are only met with an error message. This isn’t the first time your LG TV has informed you that a …
The BBC iPlayer app has hundreds of great, British classics from Doctor Who to Sherwood. You’ve been itching to start watching it on your Sony TV, but you’re not sure if it even supports BBC iPlayer. Can you install the BBC iPlayer app on Sony TVs? If your TV doesn’t natively support the app, is …