News December 28, 2024
Cloud storage done right: FolderFort’s 2TB lifetime plan is on sale at 78% off
FolderFort’s 2TB storage plan is available at a discounted price of £87.54 (regularly £398.02) for Mashable readers. This deal includes 2TB of secure, fast, and reliable cloud storage with 99.99% uptime, fast upload speeds, and BackBlaze encryption. The plan also offers file versioning, a built-in file viewer, and seamless integration with popular apps. With this deal, you can create as many users and workspaces as needed, making it a flexible solution that grows with your storage needs. Whether you’re working solo or managing a team, FolderFort adapts to your storage requirements effortlessly. This is a great value for secure, reliable cloud storage that provides peace of mind and long-term savings.
14 Best USB Flash Drives (2024): Pen Drives, Thumb Drives, Memory Sticks
It’s important to format your flash drive before using it to ensure that it can store and transfer large files without any issues. Most devices recognize the FAT32 format, but it has a file size limit of 4 GB. If you have larger files, exFAT is a better option. Formatting a flash drive will completely erase all data stored on it, so make sure to back up your important files before doing so. On Windows and Mac computers, you can format the drive by right-clicking on it in File Explorer or Disk Utility, respectively. On Chromebooks, you can do this through Files. To avoid data corruption, make sure to safely remove the drive from your computer before formatting it. On Android devices, you can find an Eject option in the USB notification. On iPhones and iPads, you must ensure that no data transfer is in progress before pulling the flash drive.
Healthier Cities Will Require a Strong Dose of Nature
In 2025, around 41 million people will die from noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide, representing 74% of all deaths. Despite advances in medicine, the numbers dying from NCDs are still on the increase. Urbanization is a major factor for the rise of NCDs, with people living in urban areas without access to green spaces having a higher incidence of NCDs. However, research suggests that people who live in greener areas have better physical and mental health, and there is robust scientific evidence that direct interaction with nature can trigger beneficial health impacts. This includes the use of indoor vegetation and unscented roses on desks to lower blood pressure and bring about physiological and psychological calming.
Break free from subscriptions with a lifetime of Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac
Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac is on sale for $39.99 (regularly $229). This includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote, all optimized for Mac. It’s a lifetime license, so you only pay once and get access to the software forever. The software is designed for both business and personal use and integrates seamlessly into macOS 13, 14, and 15. You can download it instantly and receive continuous updates with lifetime customer support. This is a great deal for anyone looking to streamline their work or personal projects with Microsoft Office.
Last chance: Babbel is $130 with our unbeatable New Year’s sale
Final days to get Babbel lifetime access for $130 with our sale. Through December 31, you can save 78% on a Babbel lifetime subscription with our unbeatable end-of-year sale price. Learn 14 popular languages, including Spanish, French, Italian, German, and more, all within a single subscription. Explore practical conversational skills, communicate with native speakers in real-life situations, and download lessons in advance to continue learning even without an internet connection. Our end-of-year sale ends December 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT. No coupon is needed. Sign up for the Mashable Deals newsletter to get more hand-picked deals from our shopping experts.