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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, <em>everything</em> — you need to know to get and maintain health and fitness. You also learn the most useful Fitbit account settings.","description":"Having a <a href=\"https://www.dummies.com/consumer-electronics/getting-started-with-your-fitbit/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fitbit</a> 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. 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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. In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account, and then click each goal-related command: Activity, Exercise, Nutrition &amp; Body, and Sleep.</li>\n<li><strong>Auto-Recognized Exercises:</strong> You can make your Fitbit life much easier if you set up the device to automatically recognize certain exercises, such as a walk of at least 15 minutes. In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account→Exercise, and then click each exercise type in the Auto Recognized Exercises section.</li>\n<li><strong>Privacy:</strong> Your Fitbit account stores a ton of sensitive personal data, so it’s crucial that you control who can see what online. In the Fitbit app, click Dashboard→Account→Privacy, and then configure each type of info to one of the following: Private (seen by only you), Friends (seen by only your Fitbit friends), or Public (seen by anyone).</li>\n<li><strong>Notifications:</strong> The Fitbit app can send notifications both to your device and to your email account. 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":"2022-03-15T18:01:09+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. 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The most likely reason for needing to do this is to calculate how much resistance you need for a given situation, how much current a circuit will pull, or how much voltage will be dropped between two points in a circuit. All these calculations can be made using one of the following formulas derived from Ohm’s law:</p>\n<p><strong>V = I x R</strong></p>\n<p><strong>I = V/R</strong></p>\n<p><strong>R = V/I</strong></p>\n<p>In these formulas, <em>V </em>represents voltage (in volts, naturally), <em>I </em>represents current (in amperes), and <em>R</em> represents resistance in ohms.</p>\n"},{"title":"555 and 556 timer IC pinouts","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>The 555 is one of the most popular integrated circuits (IC) ever made. When you use it, you’ll need to be aware of the purpose of each of the eight pins in the 555 package. You may also occasionally use a 556 IC, which consists of two 555 timers in a single package. 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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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TVs & Home Theater Cord Cutting For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-24-2022

It's time to cut the cord (the cable cord, that is). The world of online streaming is positively teeming with services that offer everything from anime (see Crunchyroll) to zombies (see Shudder). However, outside of the standard TV and movie fare that you find on the likes of Netflix and Hulu, what most of us really want is stuff to keep our kids entertained, our sports cravings satisfied, and our thirst for news quenched. Here you'll find lists of streaming services that cover all of these bases.

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iPhones iPhone Photography For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-24-2022

Believe it or not, most of the technical and creative innovation in photography today is coming not from the big DSLR manufacturers but rather from mobile phone makers. Your Apple iPhone is a brilliant mixture of art and science, and its camera is ready and able to help you capture your next stunning photo. Discover how to create bold, strong compositions that hold your viewer’s attention. Master the technical side of iPhone photography. And as the word photography literally means light-writing, immerse yourself in the exciting possibilities for manipulating light. The future is bright for iPhone photographers such as you.

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General (Electronics) Electronics All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-24-2022

As you design and build with electronic circuits, you’ll invariably find yourself scratching your head trying to remember what color stripes are on a 470 Ω resistor or what pin on a 555 timer integrated circuit (IC) is the trigger input. Never fear! This handy Cheat Sheet will help you remember such mundane details so you can get on with the fun stuff.

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