Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Ah, dark mode — the charcoal gray color palette associated ...

QUESTION: Are there any reasons not to use dark mode on my smartphone all the time? ANSWER: The default display theme for smartphones and computers is generally a white background with black text, but ...

Windows 11 includes a wide range of traditional and AI-powered features with plenty of customization options. However, one capability has been notably missing, which is the option to switch between ...

Light or dark? One of Wikipedia's most requested features has finally reached the light of day. Dark mode is now available to all on the free online encyclopedia after topping the community wishlist ...

Dark or light mode: Some people prefer one over the other all day, every day, and they're wrong. The enlightened among us know the truth: It's best to use light mode when it's light and dark mode when ...

Earlier this month, Microsoft released a new update for PowerToys, bumping it to version 0.95. The update shipped with a couple of new features and a host of improvements and fixes. The most notable ...

Microsoft is slowly making dark mode better on Windows, but these tips will give your dark mode a big upgrade today. Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 have a dark mode, but it’s not perfect. It’s missing ...

TL;DR: Windows 11 will soon support automatic switching between light and dark modes based on the time, so when evening comes, you won't have to turn on dark mode manually. This isn't a native feature ...

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TL;DR: Microsoft PowerToys for Windows 11 now includes Light Switch, allowing users to schedule automatic light and dark mode changes with customizable settings. This feature enhances user experience ...

If there’s one thing I’ve learned about my fellow Android appreciators in recent years, it’s that folks who love the dark really love the dark. I’m not talking about night owls, mind you, but rather ...

Apple in iOS 26 has introduced a third display appearance option called "Clear Look," expanding beyond the traditional Light and Dark Mode choices that have defined the iPhone experience in recent iOS ...