Brad Stephenson

Melbourne

Writer covering tech, gaming, geek culture, & more. Read my latest on @Lifewiretech. Yogi. Gay not queer. 🇦🇺🏳️‍🌈 Also @moonkittynet Keep calm & meditate.

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Articles

Crop Videos on iPhone: Quick and Easy Video Editing Tips

1 week ago | lifewire.com | Brad Stephenson

The DownloadPhotos app: Select Edit > Crop on any video. Drag the handles to crop it. Tap Done to save. You can also use the free Video Crop app. It includes presets for easier cropping. A third-party app is necessary for cropping videos on some versions of iOS. This article explains how to crop videos on an iPhone using the built-in Photos app or a third-party app called Video Crop.
You’re Making Iced Drinks Wrong in Good Coffee, Great Coffee

2 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Brad Stephenson

Good Coffee Great Coffee is a casual free-to-play video game about running a café, but some of its tasks, such as steaming milk and making iced lattes and iced Americanos, can be really hard to understand.
Struggling With Iced Drinks in 'Good Coffee, Great Coffee?' Here’s the Fix

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Brad Stephenson

Good Coffee Great Coffee is a casual free-to-play video game about running a café, but some of its tasks, such as steaming milk and making iced lattes and iced Americanos, can be really hard to understand.
Make a Custom QR Code That Actually Looks Good (and Does Something Cool)

3 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Brad Stephenson

The DownloadiOS: Install QR Code & Barcode Scanner and then open it to My codes > Create code. Android: Install and open QRbot, then open the Create menu to select a QR code to customize. Barcodes Inc. is one example of a website that lets you generate a QR code that points to text. This article explains how to use custom QR code generators to make your own barcode on a smartphone, tablet, or computer.
Make a Custom QR Code That Actually Looks Good (and Does Something Cool)

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Brad Stephenson

The DownloadiOS: Install QR Code & Barcode Scanner and then open it to My codes > Create code. Android: Install and open QRbot, then open the Create menu to select a QR code to customize. Barcodes Inc. is one example of a website that lets you generate a QR code that points to text. This article explains how to use custom QR code generators to make your own barcode on a smartphone, tablet, or computer.
Our Favorite Facebook Alternatives in 2025

1 month ago | lifewire.com | Brad Stephenson

Tired of Facebook? Other social media options offer similar features without its privacy and security concerns. This article contains our suggestions to help you move on but stay social.
Printer Stuck Again? Here are the Fastest Ways to Clear the Print Spooler in Windows 11

1 month ago | lifewire.com | Brad Stephenson

Printer problems aren't uncommon, even for the geekiest of us. This guide will walk you through a number of proven solutions for how to clear print spooler errors and problems in Windows 11 PCs, laptops, and Microsoft Surface devices when you just can't seem to print what you need. What is a Print Spooler Anyway? Print Spooler is basically an application built into your Windows 11 operating system.
Printer Stuck Again? The Fastest Ways to Clear the Print Spooler in Windows 11

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Brad Stephenson

Tired of your printer freezing up? Learn how to clear print errors in Windows 11 and get back to printing hassle-freeBrad StephensonMon, April 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM UTC4 min readPrinter problems aren't uncommon, even for the geekiest of us. This guide will walk you through a number of proven solutions for how to clear print spooler errors and problems in Windows 11 PCs, laptops, and Microsoft Surface devices when you just can't seem to print what you need. What is a Print Spooler Anyway?
Is the Apple Watch 10 Worth It? 3 Reasons Why You Should Buy One

1 month ago | lifewire.com | Brad Stephenson

The Apple Watch Series 10 boasts a larger screen that’s brighter and viewable at more angles than previous models. But do these improvements justify an upgrade if you already own one, and is it a good model for first-time smart watch users? This guide will help you decide if the Apple Watch 10 is the right smartwatch/fitness tracker for you based on your current tech, your budget, and your intended use. Who Should Get an Apple Watch 10? The Apple Watch 10 is a pretty powerful device.
The Easy Way to Restore WhatsApp Messages and Keep Your Chats Intact

1 month ago | lifewire.com | Brad Stephenson

What to KnowCreate a backup by going to Settings > Chats > Chat backup. Delete WhatsApp on the old device. On the new device, download WhatsApp and follow the prompts. Enter your phone number > Done. Next, tap Restore. Data will download from the cloud service associated with your smartphone. This article explains how to restore WhatsApp messages and account information if you have to reinstall the app or if you're switching to a new device. Instructions cover WhatsApp for iOS and Android.