learning – PSafe Blog https://www.psafe.com/en/blog Articles and news about Mobile Security, Android, Apps, Social Media and Technology in general. Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:49:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cropped-psafe_blog_purple-shield-32x32.png learning – PSafe Blog https://www.psafe.com/en/blog 32 32 <![CDATA[The Best Types of Laptops to Use for College]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/best-types-laptops-use-college/ Fri, 14 Oct 2016 13:20:11 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=4664 A simple Google search for laptops can turn into an overwhelming task when there are so many different features available. Whether you only have a vague idea of what you might major in, or you’re 100% positive in what you’ll do, you want to make sure that whatever laptop you end up with will keep up with your work. Majoring in English is a very different experience for laptop users than, say, majoring in video journalism. The following list breaks down of some of the more popular laptops used in colleges in terms of durability, lightness, battery life, and more.

Apple MacBook Air (13-inch)
It seems like all the cool kids and their mothers have this laptop. Besides being sleek and living on the more expensive side of the laptop spectrum (starting price $999), what gives? As the name suggests, it’s extremely light (just under three pounds) which is great to carry around campus without feeling weighed down. It also has an astoundingly long battery life of 17.5 hours, so you can feel at ease if you forget to bring your charger. This would be the perfect laptop for the English and History majors out there writing their way into Fulbright Scholarships.

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Dell Inspiron 15 3000 Series
On the opposite end of the spectrum lies the reliable Dell Inspiron. This laptop is geared towards those who like to keep things simple and practical. It has 6GB of memory (2GB more than the MacBook), a sturdy amount of battery life (8 hours, 44 minutes) and doesn’t have a million features to keep up with. With a budget-friendly $299 starting price, it’s hard to argue against it. Those who are looking into majors that require multimedia projects can be rest assured that this laptop can handle your workload even when you’re at your wit’s end with deadlines.

Acer Aspire R 14
If you’ve never heard of a convertible-hybrid laptop before, get ready to have your mind blown. The Acer laptop works both as a laptop and as a tablet by simply folding the keyboard back and facing it down. It includes a beautifully large touchscreen with strong, built-in speakers that adjust according to whether you’re in laptop or tablet mode. At the same starting price as a Dell, double the memory of a Macbook (8GB), and 9.5 hours of battery life, Acer is out to slay your assignments and impress your friends during movie nights in your dorm room.

Whichever laptop you decide on, make sure to protect it with PSafe Total Windows. With its unbeatable protection, PSafe will keep your computer virus-free and working as fast as possible.

]]> <![CDATA[How Your Android Can Trick Your Kids into Learning]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/android-can-trick-kids-learning/ Thu, 23 Jun 2016 20:43:23 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=1671 You don’t need boring workbooks and practice sheets to ensure your kids steer clear of the dreaded “summer slide.” Here are some ways you can use your Android to make playing, and learning compatible.

Download Educational Games

Let your kids play all the games they want without fearing for their brain cells. Google Play conveniently has an education category, with hundreds of apps to choose from. Consider downloading Cyberchase 3D builder, an action packed geometry game that will keep your kids’ math skills sharp.

For spelling and language reinforcement, check out Word Wow. This challenging, and fast paced word puzzle will keep the kids entertained for hours. The app BrainPOP features an expansive assortment of short movies on topics ranging from history to current events, followed by brief memory-testing quizzes. Your kids will be happy they’re playing, and you’ll be happy they’re learning.

Read more: 4 Educational Android Apps for Young Children

Get The Kids Outside

While there are enough educational games to keep your kids entertained all day, summer is the perfect time for kids to get outside and explore. It may seem counterintuitive, but there are a wide range of apps that can inspire your kids to learn about nature by going outside.

Plum’s Creaturizer, for example, lets kids build unique creatures, and then encourages them to photograph these creatures in their backyards. When the sun goes down, open the SkyView app to make the most out of a night of stargazing. Simply point your phone camera at the sky to identify stars, constellations, and planets. Day or night, your Android can provide the fun outdoor experiences that are central to summer learning.

Make Reading Enjoyable

The importance of summer reading cannot be overemphasized. Fortunately, your Android has several tricks up its sleeve to make reading fun and engaging for kids. Open Google Play to download kid-friendly books of all genres, from fiction to sports. You can also download reading apps, which present books in an interactive format.

For example, WWF Together tells animal stories by combining reading, animation, and stunning images. For younger kids, the app Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim provides a fun way to practice reading skills while also learning about water safety. By giving your kids books that interest them in formats that engage them, you can help your kids develop a passion for reading.

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