Your Magic Trackpad is one of the most efficient ways to navigate around OS X. Utilizing these Swipe gestures ultimately allows your Mac to serve you even better. From multi-tasking between work projects to quickly checking your notification center for the latest social update, here are the most popular/utilized swipe gestures for your Mac (OS […]
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Owning several forms of technology is not uncommon in the tech-driven world we live in today. However, our expectation for our tech to always work perfectly is often hindered by whether or not we’re conscious of the health of our devices. Common mistakes tech users make include overuse, accidental damage, or skipping updates—all things that […]
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A life-long PC user may view making the switch to Mac as intimidating. Believe it or not, this anxiety-ridden transition can actually be pretty easy! All you need to ensure success with your new Mac are these shortcuts: Still need Windows? Parallels Desktop is perfect for you. (Bonus: you can start a free trial right now.) […]
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With Father’s Day approaching, it’s time to open the secret “man vault” and tell everyone what every dad really wants for Father’s Day—a little rest and relaxation! This year, give Dad the gift of a full day as a professional couch potato. Dads everywhere might be asking “How?” Being a professional couch potato sounds too good […]
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There’s a perfect stylus for everyone. When inspiration comes knocking at your door, you must wield the right tools to be artistically prepared. I’ve loved Wacom ever since my introduction to their products when starting my undergraduate degree. Somehow, it seemed like all of my friends were boasting about these amazing little pens they used […]
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Have you ever wondered if you could use Parallels Desktop to run CAD (computer-aided design) software? You can! In fact, Parallels recently interviewed Seattle-based designer Jon Ellison, who uses SolidWorks—a widely used, Windows-based solid modeling CAD software—in conjunction with Parallels Desktop every day on his Mac: Parallels: Hello Jon! What do you use SolidWorks for? […]
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School may have just let out, but some students are already snagging the tech they’ll need for next semester. According to the latest annual report by the American College Health Association, roughly 81% of students report extreme exhaustion from their first year of college. Thankfully, with the help of technology, we’ve found the ultimate gadgets to help melt […]
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Being green isn’t just committing to recycling anymore. It’s truly a way of life—and like Kermit once said, it isn’t always easy. Thankfully, more and more green gadgets are popping up, making living green easier than ever: Nest Learning Thermostat ($250) Your thermostat is one of the most important pieces in the low-carbon-footprint puzzle. Lauded by […]
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Earth Day is here! Obviously, we’re encouraging you to jumpstart your e-cycling efforts. Believe it or not, it’s not as hard as you might think to be environmentally responsible when it comes to your electronics. In fact, here’s everything you need to know about how (and where!) to e-cycle: Nationwide Recycling Resources: The best way […]
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