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Learn about the history of emoji.","noIndex":0,"noFollow":0},"content":"These days, it’s all but impossible to deny the cultural sway of emojis. The beloved pictographs have accomplished quite a lot, from winning Oxford Dictionary’s 2015 Word of the Year to starring in their own feature film. Emojis even have their own day of appreciation: July 17 (the date immortalized by the calendar emoji in iOS). To celebrate, let’s look back at how emojis found a permanent place in our hearts, minds, and texts.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_294116\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"630\"]<img class=\"wp-image-294116 size-full\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/domingo-alvarez-e-Cs3y8Mn6-Gk-unsplash-1.jpg\" alt=\"Smiley face emoji\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" /> © Domingo Alvarez E / Unsplash.com[/caption]\r\n<h2 id=\"tab1\" ><strong>The prequel: emoticons</strong></h2>\r\nBefore emojis could run, emoticons had to walk. Emoticons rose in popularity during the chatroom boom of the 1990s, allowing early Internet users to add emotional context and tone to their words. Common emoticons included :) for happy and :( for sad, :o for shock and :p for teasing, ;) for wink and :* for a smooch. Variations on eyeballs, such as =) or 8) — and the optional addition of noses — :o) or :^), provided an extended range of self-expression. Though emoticons were quite popular online at this time, there were few opportunities and little incentive to use them in other contexts.\r\n<h2 id=\"tab2\" ><strong>The first emojis</strong></h2>\r\nThe emojis we know and love today have their roots in Japan (<em>emoji</em> is Japanese for “picture character”). They were created by artist Shigetaka Kurita, who was on the development team for an early mobile Internet platform created by the leading mobile carrier at the time, DoCoMo. Kurita’s first batch of emojis was released in 1999 and consisted of 176 pictographs, which were meant to convey information more so than mood. There were symbols pertaining to weather, traffic conditions, locations like hospitals and gas stations, and even the 12 zodiac signs.\r\n<h2 id=\"tab3\" ><strong>The spread and standardization of emojis</strong></h2>\r\nThe popularity of emojis in Japan eventually caught the attention of DoCoMo’s Japanese competitors, as well as international companies, like Apple and Google. These companies saw opportunity in the new picto-language, but there was a problem: If developers each created their own emojis in a vacuum, the pictures wouldn’t translate from carrier to carrier. That’s because computers rely on numerical code to find and display emojis on our screens. So, if one carrier assigns code #123 to “smiley face,” but another carrier assigns #123 to, say, “dolphin,” emojis would create more communication problems than solutions.\r\n\r\nIn 2007, Google petitioned the <a href=\"https://home.unicode.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unicode Consortium</a> — the body responsible for the international standardization of computer code for text — to recognize emoji as a language. This would ensure that the numerical code for “smiley face” was consistent across carriers, developers, servers, and countries.\r\n\r\nApple quickly joined Google’s cause, and the two became collaborators in advocating for an international emoji “alphabet.” While Unicode had previously considered emoji out of scope for its organization, its popularity in Japan convinced them to reverse course and, in 2009, they began the process of identifying a standard set of emojis. The joint effort, involving representatives from Japan, Europe, and the U.S., resulted in a standardized set of almost 1,000 emoji, which debuted in Unicode 6.0 in October 2010.\r\n\r\n \r\n<h2 id=\"tab4\" ><strong>Total emoji takeover</strong></h2>\r\nOver the following decade, Apple and Android would release emoji keyboards that catapulted their use across the world, Unicode continued to refine specifications and grow their emoji lexicon, and a new language would come to define and reflect culture as we know it. Highlights include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>2012: Three years before same-sex marriage became legal in all 50 states, Apple releases emojis depicting same-sex couples holding hands in its iOS 6 upgrade.</li>\r\n \t<li>2015: Responding to user feedback regarding emoji’s “white guy as default” bias, Unicode begins to diversify its offerings. Updates include support for five skin tones, expanded representation for LGBTQ couples, and emojis depicting women as doctors, scientists, and other professionals. Unicode also begins to fill additional culture gaps at this time, adding flags and food items that recognize the diversity of emoji users worldwide.</li>\r\n \t<li>2015: Just two years after the word “emoji” was added to the dictionary, “Face with Tears of Joy” — or the laugh-cry emoji — wins Oxford Dictionary's 2015 Word of the Year. The same emoji was later reported to be the most used in the world.</li>\r\n \t<li>2016: Apple responds to growing despair over gun violence by redesigning its revolver emoji as a bright green water gun. Google, Microsoft, Samsung, Facebook, and Twitter will follow suit over the next two years.</li>\r\n \t<li>2017: New York’s Museum of Modern Art acquires Shigetaka Kurita’s original set of 176 emojis for its permanent collection, a nod to the lasting cultural impact of his creation.</li>\r\n \t<li>2017: Sony releases <em>The Emoji Movie</em>. While largely considered a critical flop, the picture — which cost $50 million to produce — grosses $217.8 million at the box office.</li>\r\n \t<li>2019: The first documentary telling the story of emoji, <em>Picture Character</em>, debuts at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York. (The film has since been retitled <em>The Emoji Story</em>.)</li>\r\n \t<li>2020: In recognition of the trans community, Unicode 13.0 includes the trans flag, a non-binary Santa Claus, and “woman with a beard,” emoji, among others.</li>\r\n \t<li>2021: Unicode 14.0 introduces 112 new emojis, for a total 3,633 since they first premiered in Unicode 6.0 (as of September 2021).</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhile purists may never accept emoji as a language unto itself, its evolution over time shows that it’s earned the title. Not only does it allow us to communicate with people around the globe, its growing number of icons reflect change and evolution in our cultural attitudes and expectations. In that way, emoji is more than a language: It’s a time capsule.","description":"These days, it’s all but impossible to deny the cultural sway of emojis. The beloved pictographs have accomplished quite a lot, from winning Oxford Dictionary’s 2015 Word of the Year to starring in their own feature film. Emojis even have their own day of appreciation: July 17 (the date immortalized by the calendar emoji in iOS). To celebrate, let’s look back at how emojis found a permanent place in our hearts, minds, and texts.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_294116\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"630\"]<img class=\"wp-image-294116 size-full\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/domingo-alvarez-e-Cs3y8Mn6-Gk-unsplash-1.jpg\" alt=\"Smiley face emoji\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" /> © Domingo Alvarez E / Unsplash.com[/caption]\r\n<h2 id=\"tab1\" ><strong>The prequel: emoticons</strong></h2>\r\nBefore emojis could run, emoticons had to walk. Emoticons rose in popularity during the chatroom boom of the 1990s, allowing early Internet users to add emotional context and tone to their words. Common emoticons included :) for happy and :( for sad, :o for shock and :p for teasing, ;) for wink and :* for a smooch. Variations on eyeballs, such as =) or 8) — and the optional addition of noses — :o) or :^), provided an extended range of self-expression. Though emoticons were quite popular online at this time, there were few opportunities and little incentive to use them in other contexts.\r\n<h2 id=\"tab2\" ><strong>The first emojis</strong></h2>\r\nThe emojis we know and love today have their roots in Japan (<em>emoji</em> is Japanese for “picture character”). They were created by artist Shigetaka Kurita, who was on the development team for an early mobile Internet platform created by the leading mobile carrier at the time, DoCoMo. Kurita’s first batch of emojis was released in 1999 and consisted of 176 pictographs, which were meant to convey information more so than mood. There were symbols pertaining to weather, traffic conditions, locations like hospitals and gas stations, and even the 12 zodiac signs.\r\n<h2 id=\"tab3\" ><strong>The spread and standardization of emojis</strong></h2>\r\nThe popularity of emojis in Japan eventually caught the attention of DoCoMo’s Japanese competitors, as well as international companies, like Apple and Google. These companies saw opportunity in the new picto-language, but there was a problem: If developers each created their own emojis in a vacuum, the pictures wouldn’t translate from carrier to carrier. That’s because computers rely on numerical code to find and display emojis on our screens. So, if one carrier assigns code #123 to “smiley face,” but another carrier assigns #123 to, say, “dolphin,” emojis would create more communication problems than solutions.\r\n\r\nIn 2007, Google petitioned the <a href=\"https://home.unicode.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unicode Consortium</a> — the body responsible for the international standardization of computer code for text — to recognize emoji as a language. This would ensure that the numerical code for “smiley face” was consistent across carriers, developers, servers, and countries.\r\n\r\nApple quickly joined Google’s cause, and the two became collaborators in advocating for an international emoji “alphabet.” While Unicode had previously considered emoji out of scope for its organization, its popularity in Japan convinced them to reverse course and, in 2009, they began the process of identifying a standard set of emojis. 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Luckily, it only takes a few easy steps to move a PDF file from your PC or Mac to your Kindle.\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Locate the PDF file either on your desktop or within the file browser.</p>\r\n<img src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/270267.image0.jpg\" alt=\"image0.jpg\" width=\"535\" height=\"302\" /></li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><b>Connect the Kindle to your computer via USB cable.</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"child-para\">It should appear in your file browser (such as Finder on Mac or Explorer on Windows) as if you attached an external USB drive.</p>\r\n<img src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/270268.image1.jpg\" alt=\"image1.jpg\" width=\"535\" height=\"305\" /></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><b>Locate the \"documents\" folder within the Kindle.</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"child-para\">You can do this within your file browser by opening the Kindle icon/folder and then navigating to the \"documents\" folder.</p>\r\n<img src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/270269.image2.jpg\" alt=\"image2.jpg\" width=\"535\" height=\"306\" /></li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Drag and drop the PDF file from the original location to the Kindle \"documents\" folder.</p>\r\n<img src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/270270.image3.jpg\" alt=\"image3.jpg\" width=\"535\" height=\"308\" /></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p class=\"Tip\">If you have an older Kindle, you can still read the text from PDFs on your e-Reader — after you convert them. Amazon will do this for a small fee, or you can look for freeware utilities online. For newer Kindles, you may still want to convert the PDF so that you can take advantage of the Kindle's text manipulation features (like increasing/decreasing font size).</p>","description":"Amazon's Kindle e-Reader does a great job of displaying eBooks — including your own personal PDFs, if you are using a Kindle 2 or Kindle DX. The only problem is finding out how to copy a PDF from your computer to the Kindle. (And few things are more frustrating than having an e-Reader that doesn't read your own documents!) Luckily, it only takes a few easy steps to move a PDF file from your PC or Mac to your Kindle.\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Locate the PDF file either on your desktop or within the file browser.</p>\r\n<img src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/270267.image0.jpg\" alt=\"image0.jpg\" width=\"535\" height=\"302\" /></li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><b>Connect the Kindle to your computer via USB cable.</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"child-para\">It should appear in your file browser (such as Finder on Mac or Explorer on Windows) as if you attached an external USB drive.</p>\r\n<img src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/270268.image1.jpg\" alt=\"image1.jpg\" width=\"535\" height=\"305\" /></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><b>Locate the \"documents\" folder within the Kindle.</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"child-para\">You can do this within your file browser by opening the Kindle icon/folder and then navigating to the \"documents\" folder.</p>\r\n<img src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/270269.image2.jpg\" alt=\"image2.jpg\" width=\"535\" height=\"306\" /></li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Drag and drop the PDF file from the original location to the Kindle \"documents\" folder.</p>\r\n<img src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/270270.image3.jpg\" alt=\"image3.jpg\" width=\"535\" height=\"308\" /></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<p class=\"Tip\">If you have an older Kindle, you can still read the text from PDFs on your e-Reader — after you convert them. 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All you need to get started is a wireless access point.\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Turn off all your <a href=\"https://www.dummies.com/computers/computer-networking/networking-components/how-to-choose-wireless-home-networking-equipment/\">network equipment</a> (modem and router) as well as the PlayStation 3.</p>\r\n<p class=\"child-para\">Leave all equipment off for two full minutes.</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Turn on your modem and router. Make sure that your wireless router is connected to the Internet and broadcasting a signal.</p>\r\n<p class=\"child-para\">Use a PC to ensure that all router settings are complete before turning on the PS3.</p>\r\n</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Turn on the PS3. 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For the latter, the complexity comes from offering dozens of account settings. Many of these settings are obscure and rarely needed. You also have some Fitbit apps that can add even more to your Fitbit experience.</p>\n<div class=\"figure-container\"><figure id=\"attachment_262483\" aria-labelledby=\"figcaption_attachment_262483\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 545px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-262483\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/fitbit-user.jpg\" alt=\"Fitbit user\" width=\"535\" height=\"357\" /><figcaption id=\"figcaption_attachment_262483\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">©By George Rudy/Shutterstock</figcaption></figure></div><div class=\"clearfix\"></div>\n<p>Here are ten Fitbit settings that you should definitely tweak as needed:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Personal:</strong> This setting controls all the personal data that Fitbit stores about you, including your gender, age, height, and weight, all of which are crucial for getting accurate Fitbit metrics. In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account, click your profile name, and then click Personal.</li>\n<li><strong>Wrist:</strong> It’s vital that Fitbit know on which wrist you’re wearing your tracker. In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account, click your Fitbit device, and then click Wrist.</li>\n<li><strong>Reminders to Move:</strong> One of the most important fitness and health ideas to emerge in recent years is the notion that you need to move regularly throughout the day. To help with that goal, configure Fitbit’s Reminders to Move, which nudge you to achieve 250 steps each hour. In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account, click your Fitbit device, and then click Reminders to Move.</li>\n<li><strong>Goals:</strong> Keep yourself motivated and progressing by using the commands in the Goals section to set your all-important goals. 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To control this often-intrusive feature, you can turn off any notification you don’t want to receive. In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account→Notifications, and then click the switch to Off beside any notification you don’t want to see.</li>\n<li><strong>Exercise Tracking:</strong> Cues are a handy way to receive feedback (such as current distance and pace) during exercises. In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account→Exercise Tracking.</li>\n<li><strong>Heart Rate Zones:</strong> If you’re serious about losing weight or getting fit, take advantage of Fitbit’s heart rate zones for training. You can set up either a custom maximum heart rate or a custom heart rate zone in the Fitbit app by clicking Dashboard→Account→Heart Rate Zones.</li>\n<li><strong>Stride Length:</strong> If you want more accurate pace and distance measurements during exercise, forget Fitbit’s default stride length calculations. Instead, determine your true stride length by walking a route of known length (such as a running track) and dividing that length by the number of steps you took. Then enter this value in your Fitbit account as follows: In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account→Advanced Settings→Stride Length. Repeat by running the same route to get your running stride length.</li>\n</ul>\n"},{"title":"Get and stay healthy and fit with your Fitbit","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>If you read the newspapers or blogs, you probably think that getting fit and healthy (and staying there) is a complex business that requires special equipment, arcane diets, and subscribing to the latest guru’s newsletter. Forget all that. With your Fitbit strapped to your wrist, getting and staying fit and healthy requires only the following techniques:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Do <em>something</em>.</strong> When it comes to getting fit and healthy, doing anything is always better than doing nothing. Even the slowest stroll is way better for you than sitting on the couch watching TV.</li>\n<li><strong>Get enough weekly exercise.</strong> Most people should get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity (or greater) activity each week. That’s just 22 minutes a day, or 25 minutes six days a week. You can do it!</li>\n<li><strong>Move throughout the day.</strong> Don’t stuff all your daily movement into a single exercise session. Instead, move at least a little every hour. Fortunately, your Fitbit will automatically remind you to do at least 250 steps each hour. That’s just a few minutes of walking, so no excuses!</li>\n<li><strong>Don’t sit too long.</strong> It’s a sad and unfair fact that long periods of inactivity can <em>negate</em> any benefits you accrue by moving. Therefore, try to get up from your chair and stretch (or, even better, move around) at least every half hour or so.</li>\n<li><strong>Get enough sleep.</strong> Our bodies and minds suffer when we don’t get enough slumber, so set up a sleep schedule to ensure that you get all the sleep you need.</li>\n<li><strong>Weigh yourself every day.</strong> Everybody’s weight fluctuates up and down a bit day-to-day. If you weigh yourself only, say, once a week, you might be weighing yourself on an “up” day, which could be discouraging. Instead, it’s better to just weight yourself every day to get a better sense of your true weight trend.</li>\n<li><strong>To achieve a weight goal, monitor your calories in and calories out.</strong> Losing or maintaining weight couldn’t be simpler, at least from a math point of view: Subtract the calories your burn each day from the calories you consume. If the result is negative (that is, you’re running a calorie deficit), you will lose weight; if the result is zero (give or take a few calories), you will maintain your current weight.</li>\n<li><strong>Eat well.</strong> Your body really wants nutritious food such as grains, legumes, vegetables, and fruit. If you’d like to feel great every day (and I know you do), give your body what it wants. You can still have junk food or red meat, if that’s what you crave. Just make sure you give yourself these treats in moderation.</li>\n<li><strong>Drink enough water.</strong> The benefits of being hydrated run from keeping your innards lubricated to keeping your energy levels high. So, if you feel thirsty, forget the soda pop: Drink a glass of refreshing water, instead.</li>\n<li><strong>Do something to reduce your stress.</strong> Do you want a guaranteed way of making sure that none of the previous techniques do you much good? Live a stressful life <em>and</em> don’t do anything to reduce or relieve that stress. Hey, I get it: Modern life is inherently nerve-wracking. But do yourself, your body, and your mind a favor and take up some kind of regular practice designed to reduce stress: exercise, deep breathing, meditation, yoga, and tai chi can all help you chill.</li>\n</ul>\n"}],"videoInfo":{"videoId":null,"name":null,"accountId":null,"playerId":null,"thumbnailUrl":null,"description":null,"uploadDate":null}},"sponsorship":{"sponsorshipPage":false,"backgroundImage":{"src":null,"width":0,"height":0},"brandingLine":"","brandingLink":"","brandingLogo":{"src":null,"width":0,"height":0}},"primaryLearningPath":"Explore","lifeExpectancy":"One year","lifeExpectancySetFrom":"2022-03-15T00:00:00+00:00","dummiesForKids":"no","sponsoredContent":"no","adInfo":"","adPairKey":[]},"status":"publish","visibility":"public","articleId":262494},{"headers":{"creationTime":"2016-03-26T07:07:52+00:00","modifiedTime":"2022-03-15T16:46:13+00:00","timestamp":"2022-06-22T19:37:27+00:00"},"data":{"breadcrumbs":[{"name":"Technology","_links":{"self":"https://dummies-api.dummies.com/v2/categories/33512"},"slug":"technology","categoryId":33512},{"name":"Electronics","_links":{"self":"https://dummies-api.dummies.com/v2/categories/33543"},"slug":"electronics","categoryId":33543},{"name":"Smart Devices","_links":{"self":"https://dummies-api.dummies.com/v2/categories/33554"},"slug":"smart-devices","categoryId":33554},{"name":"Amazon Fire","_links":{"self":"https://dummies-api.dummies.com/v2/categories/33556"},"slug":"amazon-fire","categoryId":33556}],"title":"How Does the Amazon Fire TV Stick Work?","strippedTitle":"how does the amazon fire tv stick work?","slug":"what-is-the-amazon-fire-tv-stick","canonicalUrl":"","seo":{"metaDescription":"The Amazon Fire Stick plugs into your TV’s HDMI port giving you access to your favorite TV shows, movies, music, photos, and games.","noIndex":0,"noFollow":0},"content":"What is the Amazon Fire TV Stick? The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a device joining the ranks of home entertainment streaming technologies. The Fire Stick plugs into your <a href=\"https://www.dummies.com/consumer-electronics/home-theater/hdmi-digital-video-home-theater-connections/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TV’s HDMI</a> port giving you access to your favorite TV shows, movies, subscription services, music, photos, and games. The Fire TV Stick houses all of your favorite content and is easily transportable, so you can take your media anywhere!\r\n\r\n<div class=\"imageBlock\" style=\"width: 264px;\">\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"264\"]<img title=\"how does a fire stick work\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/504353.image0.jpg\" alt=\"how does a fire stick work\" width=\"264\" height=\"250\" /> Courtesy of Amazon.com[/caption]\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<h2 id=\"tab1\" >What you get with the Fire TV Stick</h2>\r\nImagine being able to take your TV with you when you go on vacation. That’s the functionality you get with the Fire TV Stick. The Fire TV Stick houses all of your content and is completely portable. Simply remove your device and take it with you when you travel. Plug it into any compatible TV to gain instant access to all of your favorite videos.\r\n\r\nIf you are an Amazon Prime member, your Fire TV Stick comes pre-registered to your account. You have immediate access to all of your Amazon Prime content as soon as you plug your Fire TV Stick into your HDMI port. Being a Prime member also lets you choose from a cache of Amazon Originals that cannot be accessed by the average user.\r\n\r\nWhen you receive your box from Amazon, you will have everything you need to make the Fire TV Stick work. In the box you will find your new Fire TV Stick, the remote, a USB cable and power adapter, HDMI extender, 2 AAA batteries, and a guide to get you started.\r\n<p class=\"Tip\">In addition, you get the following features:</p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">1 GB of memory</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">8 GB of internal storage</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Optional voice support</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Dual-band, dual-antenna Wi-Fi</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">A dedicated VideoCore4 GPU</p>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2 id=\"tab2\" >How the Fire TV Stick works</h2>\r\nThe Amazon Fire TV Stick rivals other popular streaming devices like the Roku and Chromecast. How does the Amazon Fire TV Stick work? Your Fire Stick plugs into your HDMI TV via USB port, connects via Wi-Fi, and comes equipped with a Bluetooth remote. Simply plug your Fire Stick in and you will be directed through the setup process and prompted to sign into your Amazon account.\r\n\r\nThe Fire Stick is a central repository for all your content. Once logged on, you will have access to any music and videos purchased through your Amazon account. In addition, you can view any pictures uploaded to your Amazon Cloud service.\r\n\r\nUsing your device, you also have access to thousands of apps and games. For instance, you can use your Fire TV Stick to open the Netflix app and watch trending Netflix videos. Or, open YouTube and browse the latest uploads from your favorite vlogger. Other services like HBO Now, ESPN, and Hulu can also be accessed with your Fire TV Stick at a cost. However, even with the fee, you get the advantage of being able to choose your preferred services instead of being tied into a cable package.\r\n<p class=\"article-tips remember\">Games are also available. But, you will need a controller which is only available for purchase through Amazon.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"tab3\" >Fire TV Stick vs. Fire TV</h2>\r\nAmazon offers a Fire Stick and Fire TV. These products offer the same services and both come equipped with a Bluetooth remote. So, what's the difference?\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Size:</strong> The Fire TV Stick is far smaller than the Fire TV. The Fire Stick is about three inches long and plugs into your TV. Fire TV is a square console that, while sleek, is about four and half inches long on each side. If you prefer the minimalist look, the Fire TV Stick is the winner.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Cost:</strong> You will find that the Fire Stick is the cheaper option. The Fire Stick costs $39.99 while the Fire TV will set you back $99.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Speed:</strong> The Fire Stick will give you 1 GB of RAM, while the Fire TV offers 2 GB of RAM, making the Fire TV more responsive. If you're a serious gamer, you might want to go for the Fire TV to avoid lags and frustration in loading speeds.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Additional ports and storage:</strong> With the Fire TV Stick, you won't have options for expansion. The Fire TV console has a USB port, Ethernet port, and microSD slot, making it easier to store and access content.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Capabilities:</strong> The Fire TV stick can support your watching habits up to 1080p. Fire TV is enabled for 4K streaming. With the trend leaning toward 4K TVs, the Fire TV might be a better option if you are looking to upgrade or already have. Although, if you haven't (or don't plan) to go the 4K route anytime soon, the Fire TV's capabilities and portability factor make it a perfectly adequate choice for those just wanting to stream their favorite shows. Evaluate your needs and budget before determining which Fire TV option is right for you.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2 id=\"tab4\" >Why you need the Fire TV Stick</h2>\r\nWhen people hear the phrase “streaming technology,” most groan and think about how they just want watching TV to be easy. Well, the Fire TV Stick makes it simple. Only now, instead of searching through those horizontal bars of endless TV shows, you can access what you want to see, when you want to see it.\r\n<p class=\"Tip\">For easier searching, the Fire TV Stick offers voice control using Amazon's Alexa. You can get this capability two ways. Simply press the black button and speak your choice. If that extra cost doesn’t appeal to you, you can download the free Fire TV Remote app on your phone. Using your phone’s native voice prompts, you can speak your choice and your phone will relay your choice to the Fire Stick.</p>\r\nWhy else would you want the Fire TV Stick? Well, it learns. Or rather, it uses your preferences to make predictions about what you might like. Using ASAP (Advanced Streaming and Prediction), the Fire TV Stick offers you choices of related programming based on your previous watches.","description":"What is the Amazon Fire TV Stick? The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a device joining the ranks of home entertainment streaming technologies. The Fire Stick plugs into your <a href=\"https://www.dummies.com/consumer-electronics/home-theater/hdmi-digital-video-home-theater-connections/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TV’s HDMI</a> port giving you access to your favorite TV shows, movies, subscription services, music, photos, and games. The Fire TV Stick houses all of your favorite content and is easily transportable, so you can take your media anywhere!\r\n\r\n<div class=\"imageBlock\" style=\"width: 264px;\">\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"264\"]<img title=\"how does a fire stick work\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/504353.image0.jpg\" alt=\"how does a fire stick work\" width=\"264\" height=\"250\" /> Courtesy of Amazon.com[/caption]\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<h2 id=\"tab1\" >What you get with the Fire TV Stick</h2>\r\nImagine being able to take your TV with you when you go on vacation. That’s the functionality you get with the Fire TV Stick. The Fire TV Stick houses all of your content and is completely portable. Simply remove your device and take it with you when you travel. Plug it into any compatible TV to gain instant access to all of your favorite videos.\r\n\r\nIf you are an Amazon Prime member, your Fire TV Stick comes pre-registered to your account. You have immediate access to all of your Amazon Prime content as soon as you plug your Fire TV Stick into your HDMI port. Being a Prime member also lets you choose from a cache of Amazon Originals that cannot be accessed by the average user.\r\n\r\nWhen you receive your box from Amazon, you will have everything you need to make the Fire TV Stick work. In the box you will find your new Fire TV Stick, the remote, a USB cable and power adapter, HDMI extender, 2 AAA batteries, and a guide to get you started.\r\n<p class=\"Tip\">In addition, you get the following features:</p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">1 GB of memory</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">8 GB of internal storage</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Optional voice support</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">Dual-band, dual-antenna Wi-Fi</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\">A dedicated VideoCore4 GPU</p>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2 id=\"tab2\" >How the Fire TV Stick works</h2>\r\nThe Amazon Fire TV Stick rivals other popular streaming devices like the Roku and Chromecast. How does the Amazon Fire TV Stick work? Your Fire Stick plugs into your HDMI TV via USB port, connects via Wi-Fi, and comes equipped with a Bluetooth remote. Simply plug your Fire Stick in and you will be directed through the setup process and prompted to sign into your Amazon account.\r\n\r\nThe Fire Stick is a central repository for all your content. Once logged on, you will have access to any music and videos purchased through your Amazon account. In addition, you can view any pictures uploaded to your Amazon Cloud service.\r\n\r\nUsing your device, you also have access to thousands of apps and games. For instance, you can use your Fire TV Stick to open the Netflix app and watch trending Netflix videos. Or, open YouTube and browse the latest uploads from your favorite vlogger. Other services like HBO Now, ESPN, and Hulu can also be accessed with your Fire TV Stick at a cost. However, even with the fee, you get the advantage of being able to choose your preferred services instead of being tied into a cable package.\r\n<p class=\"article-tips remember\">Games are also available. But, you will need a controller which is only available for purchase through Amazon.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"tab3\" >Fire TV Stick vs. Fire TV</h2>\r\nAmazon offers a Fire Stick and Fire TV. These products offer the same services and both come equipped with a Bluetooth remote. So, what's the difference?\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Size:</strong> The Fire TV Stick is far smaller than the Fire TV. The Fire Stick is about three inches long and plugs into your TV. Fire TV is a square console that, while sleek, is about four and half inches long on each side. If you prefer the minimalist look, the Fire TV Stick is the winner.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Cost:</strong> You will find that the Fire Stick is the cheaper option. The Fire Stick costs $39.99 while the Fire TV will set you back $99.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Speed:</strong> The Fire Stick will give you 1 GB of RAM, while the Fire TV offers 2 GB of RAM, making the Fire TV more responsive. If you're a serious gamer, you might want to go for the Fire TV to avoid lags and frustration in loading speeds.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Additional ports and storage:</strong> With the Fire TV Stick, you won't have options for expansion. The Fire TV console has a USB port, Ethernet port, and microSD slot, making it easier to store and access content.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Capabilities:</strong> The Fire TV stick can support your watching habits up to 1080p. Fire TV is enabled for 4K streaming. With the trend leaning toward 4K TVs, the Fire TV might be a better option if you are looking to upgrade or already have. Although, if you haven't (or don't plan) to go the 4K route anytime soon, the Fire TV's capabilities and portability factor make it a perfectly adequate choice for those just wanting to stream their favorite shows. Evaluate your needs and budget before determining which Fire TV option is right for you.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2 id=\"tab4\" >Why you need the Fire TV Stick</h2>\r\nWhen people hear the phrase “streaming technology,” most groan and think about how they just want watching TV to be easy. Well, the Fire TV Stick makes it simple. Only now, instead of searching through those horizontal bars of endless TV shows, you can access what you want to see, when you want to see it.\r\n<p class=\"Tip\">For easier searching, the Fire TV Stick offers voice control using Amazon's Alexa. You can get this capability two ways. Simply press the black button and speak your choice. If that extra cost doesn’t appeal to you, you can download the free Fire TV Remote app on your phone. Using your phone’s native voice prompts, you can speak your choice and your phone will relay your choice to the Fire Stick.</p>\r\nWhy else would you want the Fire TV Stick? Well, it learns. Or rather, it uses your preferences to make predictions about what you might like. 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General Cell Phones How We Came to Speak Emoji

Article / Updated 06-24-2022

These days, it’s all but impossible to deny the cultural sway of emojis. The beloved pictographs have accomplished quite a lot, from winning Oxford Dictionary’s 2015 Word of the Year to starring in their own feature film. Emojis even have their own day of appreciation: July 17 (the date immortalized by the calendar emoji in iOS). To celebrate, let’s look back at how emojis found a permanent place in our hearts, minds, and texts. The prequel: emoticons Before emojis could run, emoticons had to walk. Emoticons rose in popularity during the chatroom boom of the 1990s, allowing early Internet users to add emotional context and tone to their words. Common emoticons included :) for happy and :( for sad, :o for shock and :p for teasing, ;) for wink and :* for a smooch. Variations on eyeballs, such as =) or 8) — and the optional addition of noses — :o) or :^), provided an extended range of self-expression. Though emoticons were quite popular online at this time, there were few opportunities and little incentive to use them in other contexts. The first emojis The emojis we know and love today have their roots in Japan (emoji is Japanese for “picture character”). They were created by artist Shigetaka Kurita, who was on the development team for an early mobile Internet platform created by the leading mobile carrier at the time, DoCoMo. Kurita’s first batch of emojis was released in 1999 and consisted of 176 pictographs, which were meant to convey information more so than mood. There were symbols pertaining to weather, traffic conditions, locations like hospitals and gas stations, and even the 12 zodiac signs. The spread and standardization of emojis The popularity of emojis in Japan eventually caught the attention of DoCoMo’s Japanese competitors, as well as international companies, like Apple and Google. These companies saw opportunity in the new picto-language, but there was a problem: If developers each created their own emojis in a vacuum, the pictures wouldn’t translate from carrier to carrier. That’s because computers rely on numerical code to find and display emojis on our screens. So, if one carrier assigns code #123 to “smiley face,” but another carrier assigns #123 to, say, “dolphin,” emojis would create more communication problems than solutions. In 2007, Google petitioned the Unicode Consortium — the body responsible for the international standardization of computer code for text — to recognize emoji as a language. This would ensure that the numerical code for “smiley face” was consistent across carriers, developers, servers, and countries. Apple quickly joined Google’s cause, and the two became collaborators in advocating for an international emoji “alphabet.” While Unicode had previously considered emoji out of scope for its organization, its popularity in Japan convinced them to reverse course and, in 2009, they began the process of identifying a standard set of emojis. The joint effort, involving representatives from Japan, Europe, and the U.S., resulted in a standardized set of almost 1,000 emoji, which debuted in Unicode 6.0 in October 2010. Total emoji takeover Over the following decade, Apple and Android would release emoji keyboards that catapulted their use across the world, Unicode continued to refine specifications and grow their emoji lexicon, and a new language would come to define and reflect culture as we know it. Highlights include: 2012: Three years before same-sex marriage became legal in all 50 states, Apple releases emojis depicting same-sex couples holding hands in its iOS 6 upgrade. 2015: Responding to user feedback regarding emoji’s “white guy as default” bias, Unicode begins to diversify its offerings. Updates include support for five skin tones, expanded representation for LGBTQ couples, and emojis depicting women as doctors, scientists, and other professionals. Unicode also begins to fill additional culture gaps at this time, adding flags and food items that recognize the diversity of emoji users worldwide. 2015: Just two years after the word “emoji” was added to the dictionary, “Face with Tears of Joy” — or the laugh-cry emoji — wins Oxford Dictionary's 2015 Word of the Year. The same emoji was later reported to be the most used in the world. 2016: Apple responds to growing despair over gun violence by redesigning its revolver emoji as a bright green water gun. Google, Microsoft, Samsung, Facebook, and Twitter will follow suit over the next two years. 2017: New York’s Museum of Modern Art acquires Shigetaka Kurita’s original set of 176 emojis for its permanent collection, a nod to the lasting cultural impact of his creation. 2017: Sony releases The Emoji Movie. While largely considered a critical flop, the picture — which cost $50 million to produce — grosses $217.8 million at the box office. 2019: The first documentary telling the story of emoji, Picture Character, debuts at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York. (The film has since been retitled The Emoji Story.) 2020: In recognition of the trans community, Unicode 13.0 includes the trans flag, a non-binary Santa Claus, and “woman with a beard,” emoji, among others. 2021: Unicode 14.0 introduces 112 new emojis, for a total 3,633 since they first premiered in Unicode 6.0 (as of September 2021). While purists may never accept emoji as a language unto itself, its evolution over time shows that it’s earned the title. Not only does it allow us to communicate with people around the globe, its growing number of icons reflect change and evolution in our cultural attitudes and expectations. In that way, emoji is more than a language: It’s a time capsule.

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Kindles How to Transfer PDFs to a Kindle

Article / Updated 05-27-2022

Amazon's Kindle e-Reader does a great job of displaying eBooks — including your own personal PDFs, if you are using a Kindle 2 or Kindle DX. The only problem is finding out how to copy a PDF from your computer to the Kindle. (And few things are more frustrating than having an e-Reader that doesn't read your own documents!) Luckily, it only takes a few easy steps to move a PDF file from your PC or Mac to your Kindle. Locate the PDF file either on your desktop or within the file browser. Connect the Kindle to your computer via USB cable. It should appear in your file browser (such as Finder on Mac or Explorer on Windows) as if you attached an external USB drive. Locate the "documents" folder within the Kindle. You can do this within your file browser by opening the Kindle icon/folder and then navigating to the "documents" folder. Drag and drop the PDF file from the original location to the Kindle "documents" folder. If you have an older Kindle, you can still read the text from PDFs on your e-Reader — after you convert them. Amazon will do this for a small fee, or you can look for freeware utilities online. For newer Kindles, you may still want to convert the PDF so that you can take advantage of the Kindle's text manipulation features (like increasing/decreasing font size).

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PlayStation Connect a PlayStation 3 to a Wireless Network

Article / Updated 05-27-2022

Connecting your PlayStation 3 to a wireless network is the first step to joining in the world of online gaming. Almost all versions of the PS3 (all except the 20GB) have a built-in wireless capability. Many of today's most popular games operate entirely over online game servers and those that don't usually have an option for online game play. When you connect your PS3 to a wireless network you can play against other online gamers around the world. Online gamers can participate in tournaments and operate in team with each other for a whole new game experience. All you need to get started is a wireless access point. Turn off all your network equipment (modem and router) as well as the PlayStation 3. Leave all equipment off for two full minutes. Turn on your modem and router. Make sure that your wireless router is connected to the Internet and broadcasting a signal. Use a PC to ensure that all router settings are complete before turning on the PS3. Turn on the PS3. Select Settings→Network Settings on the XMB and click the X button. Now you’ll need to provide your router’s security settings. If the PS3 is connected to a modem using an Ethernet cable, the wireless function will be turned off. Choose Internet Connections and select Enabled. Then scroll to Internet Connection Settings and press the X button. If you receive a message saying that you'll be disconnected from any current Internet Connection, say Yes to move on. Select the Easy option and press the X button. Try the Easy setup first; if that fails then you can always go back and try the Custom settings. Select Wireless and press the X button. Then select Scan and press the X button. The PS3 will scan the surrounding area and produce a list of all the nearby wireless access points. If you have an AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) router, select Automatic instead and follow the onscreen commands. Select your access point from the list and press the X button. If you're not sure which SSID is yours, check with the person you set up your router. Confirm your SSID and press the X button. Select the security type that your router uses and press the X button again. You may need to ask the network administrator for the appropriate information. Enter the necessary security key information and press the Start button. Press the Right Arrow button to move to the next screen. The security key will always look like eight asterisks (*) regardless of how long it actually is. Enter any additional security information required by your router. When you're finished, press the X button to save the settings. This will store the settings on your PlayStation 3 permanently, so that next time you just have to choose you network and you're ready to go. Press the X button again to test the network. Your PS3 will attempt to connect to the Internet. Hopefully, you'll see Succeeded beside each attempt. If you receive a failed signal, turn everything off and try the set up again.

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Samsung Galaxy Samsung Galaxy S10 For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-28-2022

Your Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphone allows you to do many of the same things as previous versions of the Galaxy. You can change the font size for texting conversations and take selfies. You can also access Galaxy applications while you’re talking on the S10. Use this Cheat Sheet as a handy reference for some of its popular functions.

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Samsung Galaxy Samsung Galaxy S22 For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-28-2022

Your Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone allows you to do many of the same things as previous versions of the Galaxy. You can change the font size for texting conversations and take selfies. You can also access Galaxy applications while you’re talking on the S22. Navigating your Samsung Galaxy S22 doesn’t have to be difficult. This Cheat Sheet will help you remember some of the most popular functions.

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Drones Drones For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-21-2022

Drones are high-technology devices that are constantly evolving thanks to a burgeoning community of enthusiastic technologists. Technology has made it possible for multi-rotor drones to be controlled by beginner pilots. But don’t be fooled; while modern drones are much easier to control, they are still dangerous and require the user to pay attention to even the smallest of details. This is where pre-flight and post-flight checklists come in handy.

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Fitbit Fitbit For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-15-2022

Having a Fitbit is all about getting fit and living a healthier lifestyle by tracking what you do and what you eat each day. Sure, you can try keeping all your activities and meals in your head, but believe me that doesn’t work. It’s always better just to let your Fitbit handle the hard part, which leaves you free to focus on the bigger picture. This Cheat Sheet helps you with that broader view by telling you everything — yes, everything — you need to know to get and maintain health and fitness. You also learn the most useful Fitbit account settings.

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Amazon Fire How Does the Amazon Fire TV Stick Work?

Article / Updated 03-15-2022

What is the Amazon Fire TV Stick? The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a device joining the ranks of home entertainment streaming technologies. The Fire Stick plugs into your TV’s HDMI port giving you access to your favorite TV shows, movies, subscription services, music, photos, and games. The Fire TV Stick houses all of your favorite content and is easily transportable, so you can take your media anywhere! What you get with the Fire TV Stick Imagine being able to take your TV with you when you go on vacation. That’s the functionality you get with the Fire TV Stick. The Fire TV Stick houses all of your content and is completely portable. Simply remove your device and take it with you when you travel. Plug it into any compatible TV to gain instant access to all of your favorite videos. If you are an Amazon Prime member, your Fire TV Stick comes pre-registered to your account. You have immediate access to all of your Amazon Prime content as soon as you plug your Fire TV Stick into your HDMI port. Being a Prime member also lets you choose from a cache of Amazon Originals that cannot be accessed by the average user. When you receive your box from Amazon, you will have everything you need to make the Fire TV Stick work. In the box you will find your new Fire TV Stick, the remote, a USB cable and power adapter, HDMI extender, 2 AAA batteries, and a guide to get you started. In addition, you get the following features: 1 GB of memory 8 GB of internal storage Optional voice support Dual-band, dual-antenna Wi-Fi A dedicated VideoCore4 GPU How the Fire TV Stick works The Amazon Fire TV Stick rivals other popular streaming devices like the Roku and Chromecast. How does the Amazon Fire TV Stick work? Your Fire Stick plugs into your HDMI TV via USB port, connects via Wi-Fi, and comes equipped with a Bluetooth remote. Simply plug your Fire Stick in and you will be directed through the setup process and prompted to sign into your Amazon account. The Fire Stick is a central repository for all your content. Once logged on, you will have access to any music and videos purchased through your Amazon account. In addition, you can view any pictures uploaded to your Amazon Cloud service. Using your device, you also have access to thousands of apps and games. For instance, you can use your Fire TV Stick to open the Netflix app and watch trending Netflix videos. Or, open YouTube and browse the latest uploads from your favorite vlogger. Other services like HBO Now, ESPN, and Hulu can also be accessed with your Fire TV Stick at a cost. However, even with the fee, you get the advantage of being able to choose your preferred services instead of being tied into a cable package. Games are also available. But, you will need a controller which is only available for purchase through Amazon. Fire TV Stick vs. Fire TV Amazon offers a Fire Stick and Fire TV. These products offer the same services and both come equipped with a Bluetooth remote. So, what's the difference? Size: The Fire TV Stick is far smaller than the Fire TV. The Fire Stick is about three inches long and plugs into your TV. Fire TV is a square console that, while sleek, is about four and half inches long on each side. If you prefer the minimalist look, the Fire TV Stick is the winner. Cost: You will find that the Fire Stick is the cheaper option. The Fire Stick costs $39.99 while the Fire TV will set you back $99. Speed: The Fire Stick will give you 1 GB of RAM, while the Fire TV offers 2 GB of RAM, making the Fire TV more responsive. If you're a serious gamer, you might want to go for the Fire TV to avoid lags and frustration in loading speeds. Additional ports and storage: With the Fire TV Stick, you won't have options for expansion. The Fire TV console has a USB port, Ethernet port, and microSD slot, making it easier to store and access content. Capabilities: The Fire TV stick can support your watching habits up to 1080p. Fire TV is enabled for 4K streaming. With the trend leaning toward 4K TVs, the Fire TV might be a better option if you are looking to upgrade or already have. Although, if you haven't (or don't plan) to go the 4K route anytime soon, the Fire TV's capabilities and portability factor make it a perfectly adequate choice for those just wanting to stream their favorite shows. Evaluate your needs and budget before determining which Fire TV option is right for you. Why you need the Fire TV Stick When people hear the phrase “streaming technology,” most groan and think about how they just want watching TV to be easy. Well, the Fire TV Stick makes it simple. Only now, instead of searching through those horizontal bars of endless TV shows, you can access what you want to see, when you want to see it. For easier searching, the Fire TV Stick offers voice control using Amazon's Alexa. You can get this capability two ways. Simply press the black button and speak your choice. If that extra cost doesn’t appeal to you, you can download the free Fire TV Remote app on your phone. Using your phone’s native voice prompts, you can speak your choice and your phone will relay your choice to the Fire Stick. Why else would you want the Fire TV Stick? Well, it learns. Or rather, it uses your preferences to make predictions about what you might like. Using ASAP (Advanced Streaming and Prediction), the Fire TV Stick offers you choices of related programming based on your previous watches.

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Graphing Calculators TI-89 Graphing Calculator For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-25-2022

Your TI-89 graphing calculator (along with the TI-89 Titanium, TI-92 Plus, and Voyage 200) help you graph and so much more. You can do higher math functions, include symbols, and format equations as well as make use of the basic calculator functions — and some odd ones, too!

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Samsung Galaxy Samsung Galaxy S20 For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-25-2022

Your Samsung Galaxy S20 smartphone allows you to do many of the same things as previous versions of the Galaxy. You can change the font size for texting conversations and take selfies. You can also access Galaxy applications while you’re talking on the S20. Navigating your Samsung Galaxy S20 doesn’t have to be difficult.

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