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tutorial Connect your Android phone to a Windows PC with Phone Link

Connect your Android phone to a Windows PC with Phone Link

Phone Link is Microsoft’s attempt to keep you in front of your Windows computer even while using your Android device. The app syncs your Android smartphone to your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC, helping you get notifications, calls, and texts on your desktop. This tutorial illustrates how to set up and use Phone Link to connect your Android smartphone or tablet and your
tutorial How to use Android Nearby Share with Windows PCs

How to use Android Nearby Share with Windows PCs

Google’s Nearby Share feature offers a convenient way to transfer photos, videos, documents, and other files wirelessly between Android devices without using the internet or a USB cable. But did you know that Nearby Share is available on PC also, not just on Android devices? In this guide, I’ll show you how to use Google’s Nearby Share app to share files between your Android
tutorial How to use Nearby Share on Android

How to use Nearby Share on Android

Nearby Share is a feature available on Android that allows you to share files, photos, links, and more with other nearby devices. It works with or without an internet connection, using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or mobile data to create a secure connection between the devices. Do you want to know how it all works? If you do, here’s how to use Nearby Share on Android
tutorial How to open Play Store on Android smartphones and tablets

How to open Play Store on Android smartphones and tablets

On your Android device, Google’s Play Store is the portal to your favorite content, so knowing how to open it can be useful. You use it to download apps, games, and all kinds of digital content. Furthermore, the Play Store downloads updates for your apps and games too. In this tutorial, I’ll show you all the ways to open the Play Store app on
tutorial How to stop your HUAWEI device from closing apps automatically

How to stop your HUAWEI device from closing apps automatically

Like all Android smartphones on the market, HUAWEI phones also have a built-in battery optimization service that can kill your apps automatically when it deems fit. The purpose of doing this is to maximize your battery life. However, you may want to allow certain apps to run at all times, even if they use a bit more battery. Here’s how to stop your HUAWEI
review HUAWEI P60 Pro review: Unconventional in many ways!

HUAWEI P60 Pro review: Unconventional in many ways!

When publishing this review, HUAWEI just released its latest flagship smartphone in Europe: the HUAWEI P60 Pro. As one of the first people to test it, I can say that it’s an impressive smartphone in many key areas, from its elegant design to the outstanding camera system. And, if you compare it to other flagship devices from Samsung and Apple, the fast charging of
tutorial How to open an unknown file on Android

How to open an unknown file on Android

Did you ever find yourself in a situation where your Android smartphone can’t open a file that you downloaded from the internet or received in an email? Does it have a file extension that you’ve never seen before? Is it an unknown file, and you have no app to handle it? Would you like to know how to open unknown files on your Android?
tutorial How to add a direct dial widget on Android

How to add a direct dial widget on Android

To speed dial on Android or to send someone a message without wasting time going through your contacts, you must first create a direct message or a direct dial widget on your smartphone’s Home screen. It is a simple process, and once completed, you get an Android call shortcut or a message shortcut that lets you get in touch with your favorite contacts with
review Sony WH-CH520 review: Attractive on-ear headphones

Sony WH-CH520 review: Attractive on-ear headphones

If you’re looking for a pair of wireless headphones that don’t require you to break your piggy bank, you might want to check out the Sony WH-CH520. The company advertises them as lightweight, comfortable, and easy-to-use headphones with good sound quality and long battery life. I’ve already tested them for a while, and in this review, I’d like to share my experience with them.
tutorial How to change the screen timeout on iPhone

How to change the screen timeout on iPhone

It’s important to learn how to change the screen timeout on iPhone. Maybe your hands are full while following instructions on your device’s display, so it would be helpful to know how to keep your iPhone screen on. Or perhaps you want to learn how to change Auto-Lock on iPhone to protect your data from unauthorized access or to save battery. Regardless of your
review Realme C55 review: A smartphone for people on a budget!

Realme C55 review: A smartphone for people on a budget!

Realme benefits from less brand awareness than many of its competitors. However, the company has been on an upward trajectory for quite some time, especially in markets where affordable devices are sought after. For example, in India, in 2022, Realme became the second-largest smartphone manufacturer after Xiaomi, which is an impressive feat. The time has come for the company to launch new devices on
review Realme 10 review: Budget-friendly with excellent features

Realme 10 review: Budget-friendly with excellent features

The Realme 10 is one of the latest offerings from the Chinese smartphone brand that aims to deliver high performance and build quality at an affordable price. It sports a stylish design, a stunning display, a mid-range processor, and a set of cameras that promise to be able to shoot beautiful photos and videos. Would you like to know more about it and see
review Topdon TC001 review: A brilliant thermal imaging camera

Topdon TC001 review: A brilliant thermal imaging camera

Thermal imaging cameras can detect infrared radiation and translate it into visible images. Such devices can be useful in a wide range of applications, such as inspecting electrical systems, finding heat or water leaks, or detecting fire hazards. In this review, I’m testing the performance and features of the Topdon TC001 thermal imaging camera. Does it meet the manufacturer’s claims of offering high resolution
tutorial How to change the screenshot format on Android: PNG to JPG & back

How to change the screenshot format on Android: PNG to JPG & back

By default, the Android operating system saves all your screenshots using the PNG file format. But what if you want to change the screenshot format from PNG to JPG? Or what if your phone’s manufacturer changed this default behavior, and your new Android device stores screenshots as JPG files? You may then want to change the screenshot format from JPG to PNG. This tutorial
tutorial How to screen record on iPhone in 3 easy steps

How to screen record on iPhone in 3 easy steps

Knowing how to record your screen on an iPhone can come in handy in a variety of situations. Whether you want to record gameplay, create a tutorial, or document a software bug, an iPhone screen recording is a convenient and straightforward way to capture what’s happening on your display. Furthermore, screen recording on an iPhone is so easy that anyone can do it in
review Samsung Galaxy S23+ review: Large, fast, and light!

Samsung Galaxy S23+ review: Large, fast, and light!

People who are into large smartphones but don’t have the budget to buy the very expensive Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will surely look at the Samsung Galaxy S23+ when doing their research. This model packs the same hardware and features as the smaller Galaxy S23, but it offers a larger screen and increased autonomy. Is this enough to sway you into buying it? To
review Motorola moto g53 review: Good-looking and affordable

Motorola moto g53 review: Good-looking and affordable

Besides high-end Android devices, Motorola also manufactures mid-range and entry-level smartphones. Among them, a recent model is the moto g53, a phone that promises to deliver all you need for everyday use in a good-looking package and for an affordable price. While some compromises have clearly been made to keep the costs low, the moto g53 might prove to be the smartphone that you
tutorial 3 ways to find out your iPhone or iPad screen resolution

3 ways to find out your iPhone or iPad screen resolution

Are you wondering about your iPhone’s resolution? Do you want to know your iPad’s screen size? iPhones and iPads are well known for their bright and beautiful displays, their screens being one of the things people love most about these devices. Knowing your iPhone’s screen size or your iPad’s resolution can help if you’re looking for a wallpaper that fits or wondering whether your
tutorial Samsung’s Battery widget: How to add, use, and configure it

Samsung’s Battery widget: How to add, use, and configure it

In the new OneUI 5.1 update for Samsung Galaxy smartphones, based on Android 13, there’s a new Battery widget. It gives you a quick overview of the battery status for different Samsung devices you may use, like the phone itself, Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Watch 5, or the S Pen, in case you have a Samsung Galaxy Ultra device. Here’s how to
tutorial What are Samsung's Edge Panels, and how to use them?

What are Samsung's Edge Panels, and how to use them?

Samsung’s Edge Panels are a feature that’s only present on the manufacturer’s devices. In an attempt to make our lives easier, they were designed to give us quick access to the things we use most often on our Samsung Galaxy smartphones. While some find them very useful, others are not happy with having them on their devices’ screens. Did you hear about Edge Panels,