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How to get Google's Weather app on your Android phone home screen
14 Jan 2019, 10:30 | by
Victor Hristov
Google's weather app is brilliant. Free of ads, plenty of detailed information and an accurate weather...
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iPhone XS True Tone: how to get rid of the yellow hue
10 Jan 2019, 06:56 | by
Preslav Kateliev
The new iPhones are great but there's something wrong with their True Tone feature — it's a bit too warm,...
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How to open a SIM card tray when an ejector tool isn't around (the MacGyver way)
10 Jan 2019, 06:06 | by
Nick Todorov
So, how would MacGyver eject a smartphone's SIM card tray if its ejector tool isn't around? A paper clip...
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How to connect an iPhone or iPad to a TV or a computer monitor
09 Jan 2019, 06:53 | by
Nick Todorov
There are moments when the screen on an iPhone or iPad just isn't big enough – when you want to show...
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How to send photos and videos from an iPhone to an Android phone
08 Jan 2019, 07:35 | by
Nick Todorov, Georgi Zarkov
Sending images from an iPhone to an Android smartphone or tablet can be a bit tricky. You can't just...
Apps Optimized: Google Maps tips & tricks for Android and iOS
08 Jan 2019, 07:14 | by
Plamen Dimitrov
This week, we're here with Google Maps tips for iOS and Android. Read this if you'd like to learn how...
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How to use an Android phone as a compass
07 Jan 2019, 04:58 | by
Nick Todorov
Compass functionality in phones and tablets is enabled by something a bit more sophisticated - a sensor...
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Apps Optimized: Facebook Messenger tips & tricks for iOS and Android
03 Jan 2019, 10:18 | by
Plamen Dimitrov
This week, we're here with 9 Facebook Messenger tips for iOS and Android. Read this if you'd like to...
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Apps Optimized: YouTube tips & tricks for iOS and Android
02 Jan 2019, 07:25 | by
Plamen Dimitrov
This week, we're giving you 7 neat YouTube tips for iOS and Android. Read this if you'd like to learn...
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Apps Optimized: Google Chrome tips & tricks for better browsing on Android
01 Jan 2019, 10:54 | by
Plamen Dimitrov
Our first Apps Optimized article provides 9 essential tips for Google Chrome users on Android. Read this...
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How to turn off Facebook Messenger notification sounds (Android, iOS)
31 Dec 2018, 14:33 | by
Florin T.
It's a good thing that Facebook Messenger has notification sounds, but sometimes you simply don't want...
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How to take photos of fireworks with a smartphone camera (iPhone and Android tutorial)
31 Dec 2018, 11:04 | by
Nick Todorov
New Year's Eve is nearing, which means a few things: lots of fun, lots of food, and lots of fireworks!...
How to change the notification sounds in Facebook Messenger, Hangouts, Viber, and WhatsApp (Android tutorial)
28 Dec 2018, 09:27 | by
Nick Todorov
There's one thing about IM services that's mighty annoying – pretty much nobody bothers to change their...
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How to access the SIM card applications and services on iPhone
27 Dec 2018, 08:14 | by
Nick Todorov
A SIM card is a tiny chip found inside most cell phones, but most of you are probably aware of this....
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How and why to disable fast charging on your phone
24 Dec 2018, 07:57 | by
Plamen Dimitrov
Did you know that fast charging may harm your phone or tablet in the long term? See how to disable the...
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Android: how to make your phone's camera LED flash when receiving calls, messages, or notifications
21 Dec 2018, 09:24 | by
Nick Todorov, Georgi Zarkov
You often get important calls but the usual notification methods just can't grab your attention? There...
How to find a phone's IMEI number
21 Dec 2018, 09:07 | by
Nick Todorov
Every GSM phone, be it a basic, dirt-cheap handset or a pricey, powerful smartphone, has its own International...
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Can't uninstall an Android app? This could be your problem
20 Dec 2018, 06:54 | by
Nick Todorov
Downloading an Android app is usually a straightforward process – you find it at the Play Store, hit...
How to hide files and folders on Android without installing paranoid apps
19 Dec 2018, 06:31 | by
Luis D. & Peter K.
For those times your smartphone ends up in foreign hands, having the ability to keep certain content,...
Here's how to easily fake your GPS location on Android
19 Dec 2018, 05:15 | by
Chris P. & Peter K.
The internet is a wonderful place, even when viewed from the small window of your smartphone. Unfortunately,...
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When will your Galaxy S8/9 or Note 8/9 get their Android Pie One UI? Samsung to update us on the 'wide release' today
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How to quickly switch to your previous app on Android
17 Dec 2018, 10:29 | by
Plamen Dimitrov
Ever wondered if there's a quicker way to switch between apps on Android? Well, there is - the quick...
How to activate an AT&T plan on the eSIM of the iPhone XR, XS or XS Max
13 Dec 2018, 07:49 | by
Daniel Petrov
Need an AT&T plan on the eSIM of the dual-SIM iPhone XR, XS and Max? Here's how to set it up and activate...
How to set up and activate eSIM with Verizon plan on the dual-SIM iPhone XR, XS or Max
12 Dec 2018, 08:23 | by
Daniel Petrov
Verizon has made eSIM setup and activation for the dual-SIM iPhone XR, XS or Max very easy, and it can...
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How to delete your Google+ account
11 Dec 2018, 05:25 | by
Milen Yanachkov
Here's how to remove your Google+ profile without affecting your main Google Account.
How to check how many battery cycles is your Apple iPhone battery on
07 Dec 2018, 07:55 | by
Victor H.
The Apple iPhone battery usually lasts through a full workday, but rarely much more than a full day,...
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How to set up your iPhone as a personal Wi-Fi mobile hotspot
07 Dec 2018, 06:34 | by
Victor H.
Have you ever been in a situation where you are on the go, staying at a hotel or just camping outdoors...
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How to clear your iPhone XS or iPhone XR's RAM
06 Dec 2018, 08:05 | by
Preslav Kateliev
The iPhone XS doesn't have a home button... so how do we do that RAM cleaning trick we used to do before?
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How to force landscape or portrait mode in apps like Instagram and others (Android)
04 Dec 2018, 04:17 | by
Florin T.
Want to know how to display everything on your Android device in portrait or landscape mode (even apps...
How to turn off auto correct on Google Keyboard (Android and iOS)
03 Dec 2018, 09:12 | by
Florin T.
Google's own Keyboard app for Android is one of the simplest and easiest to use - here's how to turn...
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Android: How to disable Facebook Messenger chat heads
29 Nov 2018, 14:47 | by
Florin T.
Facebook Messenger's chat heads may be fun and useful to some, but not everyone likes them. Fortunately,...
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Samsung One UI has a system-wide Night mode, here's how to enable it
21 Nov 2018, 06:52 | by
Milen Yanachkov
Wondering how to enable the new system-wide Night mode in Android Pie for Samsung phones? Here's quick...
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Samsung One UI allows you to lock your home screen layout
21 Nov 2018, 05:35 | by
Milen Yanachkov
Samsung's Android Pie-based One UI brings a setting that aims to prevent accidental deletion of icons...
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How to buy the iPhone XR unlocked
19 Oct 2018, 03:38 | by
Daniel Petrov
If you have been rushing to pre-order the iPhone XR, you might now be watching with confusion the lack...
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How to sell your phone and get the most money for it
15 Oct 2018, 06:08 | by
Georgi Zarkov
Wondering how to go about selling your phone? From trade-ins to online auctions, there are multiple ways...
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How to transfer contacts, photos and data from Android to iPhone
09 Oct 2018, 01:54 | by
Georgi Zarkov
Switching from Android to iPhone? This guide will take you through the process of moving your personal...
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How to un-sync the browsing history on your iPhone from your iPad or other iDevices
26 Sep 2018, 06:03 | by
Preslav Kateliev
Storing information on the cloud is truly a great thing, especially when it comes to closed ecosystems,...
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How to move contacts, photos and data from iPhone to Android
20 Sep 2018, 09:28 | by
Georgi Zarkov
Wondering how to move from iPhone to Android? Follow one of our step-by-step guides to easily transfer...
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How to preorder iPhone XS or XS Max (and get it as fast as possible)
13 Sep 2018, 16:33 | by
Nick Todorov
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max preorder floodgates open in less than 10 hours. Here's how to preorder...
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How to watch Apple's new 2018 iPhone announcement livestream
12 Sep 2018, 11:29 | by
Victor Hristov
Apple will hold its biggest event for the year this Wednesday and the company is expected to unveil three...
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The Galaxy Note 9 S Pen lets you take pictures from a distance, and it's great fun!
11 Sep 2018, 07:32 | by
Nick Todorov
The Galaxy Note 9 doesn't just have the best camera on a Samsung phone yet. It also offers a neat little...
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How to easily set up a custom ringtone on your iPhone with iTunes and Zedge
10 Sep 2018, 08:30 | by
Peter K.
Changing your ringtone in iOS is not exactly a painless process. True, it is not hard either, provided...
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How to delete the browser history on your Samsung phone (clear browser cache)
10 Sep 2018, 07:45 | by
Plamen Dimitrov
So, you bought yourself one of them flashy new Galaxy S8/S8+ smartphones, eh?
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How to back up an iPhone
05 Sep 2018, 09:42 | by
Georgi Zarkov
A quick guide on the different ways you can make sure your personal data remains safe, even if something...
How to scan QR codes and barcodes using Google Lens
27 Aug 2018, 04:53 | by
Milen Yanachkov
Forget about all those QR code scanners available on Google Play! You can do the same thing and more...
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How to take professional quality portraits with your iPhone X
17 Aug 2018, 07:35 | by
Victor Hristov
As the old saying goes, the best camera is the one you have with you, and if you own the latest Apple...
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How to buy apps without a credit card
17 Aug 2018, 05:44 | by
Georgi Zarkov
A quick overview of the payment options that smartphone users in the US have, if they want to avoid using...
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Google still tracks you even if you turn off Location History, here's how to limit this
14 Aug 2018, 06:40 | by
Milen Yanachkov
Google is still able to track your location, even after turning the location history feature off. Here's...
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How to install Fortnite on your Android phone
14 Aug 2018, 03:17 | by
Milen Yanachkov
Here's how to install Fortnite Battle Royale on your Android phone...
Interested in streaming? Start broadcasting from your phone with this three-step guide
03 Aug 2018, 07:01 | by
Georgi Zarkov
A quick look at what apps and hardware you need to stream live from your smartphone.
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How to play Fortnite on your Android device right now for free
01 Aug 2018, 04:29 | by
Peter Kostadinov
Fortnite is easily one of the most popular games out there, and it's up and coming Android release is...
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