Android

How to Block Websites on Android

Do you want to block a specific site so it won’t distract you when you’re working? Or maybe you want to restrict access to inappropriate sites? You can block websites on Android either with or without a dedicated app, and we’…

Mahesh Makvana 1d ago

The Pixel 7 Now Has a Free Built-in VPN

Google released the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro earlier this year as the company’s new flagship Android smartphones. Now the devices are receiving a feature that normally requires a paid Google One subscription….

Corbin Davenport 4d ago

Android Phones Are Now More Secure, Thanks to Rust

Just like any widely-used software, security vulnerabilities are constantly discovered (and later patched) in Android all the time. Thankfully, one type of security problem is on the decline, thanks to a switch in programming…

Corbin Davenport Dec 3rd

Google Is (Slightly) Improving Group Texts on Android

Google’s messaging strategy over the past decade has been all over the place, and more recently, the company is betting the farm on “Messages,” the default SMS app on most Android devices. Now the company is trying to make Me…

Corbin Davenport Dec 2nd

How to Reset Network Settings on Samsung

If you’re experiencing issues with your Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or network on your Samsung phone, it’s worth resetting your network settings to resolve those issues. We’ll show you how to do that using your Galaxy phone’s Settings …

Mahesh Makvana Nov 26th

How to Clear Your Cache on a Samsung Phone

Clearing your Samsung phone’s cache can help fix various app issues and improve the overall performance of your Galaxy phone. We’ll show you how to clear Android’s app and browser cache in this guide.

Mahesh Makvana Nov 24th

How to Turn Off a Samsung Galaxy Phone

Want to give your Samsung Galaxy a break? It’s easy to turn your phone off, and we’ll show you a few ways to do just that.

Mahesh Makvana Nov 23rd

How to Check Your Voicemail on Android

Did you know that you can call your voicemail on your phone or someone else’s? Major carriers like AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and US Cellular make it easy. Here’s how to check your voicemail on Android….

Mahesh Makvana Nov 20th

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Will Power 2023’s Best Android Phones

Most top-tier Android phones and tablets use either Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or 8+ Gen 1 System-on-a-Chip (SoC) designs from Qualcomm. Now there’s a new chip on the block for next year’s big devices: the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2….

Arol Wright Nov 15th

Samsung’s Top-Tier Tablets Now Have Android 13

Samsung is perhaps one of the only Android device makers to take tablets seriously. The company’s Galaxy Tab S8 lineup is just as premium as its Galaxy S22 range of smartphones, and now, it’s getting a dose of Android 13….

Arol Wright Nov 15th

How to Hide Apps on a Samsung Phone

Are there apps on your device that you want to keep private? If so, it’s easy to hide both stock and user-installed apps on your Samsung Galaxy phone. We’ll show you how to do that using a built-in feature….

Mahesh Makvana Nov 13th

How to Turn Off Data Saver Mode on Android

Data Saver mode on Android helps save your mobile internet data. Data Saver mode ensures apps and services only use background data when on Wi-Fi. However, if you have an unlimited data plan, Data Saver isn’t necessary. Learn…

Mahesh Makvana Nov 12th

How to Customize a Samsung Phone’s Notification Sounds

Don’t like the default notification sound on your Samsung Galaxy phone? If so, you can customize the tone for all your notifications on your Samsung phone. While there are plenty of tone options to choose from, you can also?…

Mahesh Makvana Nov 11th

How to Turn Off the Keyboard Sound on Any Device

Does the sound you hear when you press a key on your screen’s keyboard sound like nails on a chalkboard to you? If so, you can turn the keyboard sound off on your iPhone and iPad, as well as your Windows and Android devices. …

Mahesh Makvana Nov 11th

Chromebooks and Android Devices Have a New Video Editor

There are many excellent video editors for Windows, Mac, Linux, and even iPad, but the situation is bleaker on Chromebooks and Android devices. Thankfully, there’s some good news, as LumaFusion has arrived in open beta….

Corbin Davenport Nov 10th

What the Heck Is a Minimalist Phone?

Smartphones put the world at our fingertips, but the unfettered access to dopamine can be too much sometimes. What if there was a way to get the best of a smartphone without all the distractions? Enter “minimalist” phones….

Joe Fedewa Nov 8th

More Samsung Phones Are Getting Android 13 and One UI 5

Google released Android 13 in August 2022, but it still hasn’t arrived on most Android phones and tablets. Samsung finally started rolling out the update to the Galaxy S22 last month, and now it’s showing up on more devices, …

Corbin Davenport Nov 7th

How to Turn Off an Android Phone

Ready to give your Android a break? It’s easy to turn off your Samsung Galaxy or Google Pixel phone using the hardware buttons or the on-screen options. We’ll show you how to use both.

Mahesh Makvana Nov 6th

What Is “Health Connect by Android”, and Should You Use It?

Smartphones and wearables have made it easy for anyone to track their health and fitness. The problem is there are so many apps to choose from, and they don’t work together. That’s where “Health Connect by Android” comes in….

Joe Fedewa Nov 6th

How to Record Audio on an Android Phone

There are many reasons why you might want to record audio on your Android phone. For example, you may want to take voice notes or record a phone call. Luckily, recording sound on Android is super simple using built-in options…

Mahesh Makvana Nov 5th

How to Use YouTube Picture-in-Picture on Android

With YouTube’s picture-in-picture (PiP) mode, you can have your favorite video playing in a floating window while you use other apps. Here’s how to enable YouTube picture-in-picture mode on your Android phone….

Mahesh Makvana Nov 2nd

How to Scan a QR Code on a Samsung Galaxy Phone

Want to scan a QR code??If so, all you need is your Samsung phone and nothing else. You can use your phone’s built-in features to scan these codes. Learn two different scanning methods in this quick guide….

Mahesh Makvana Oct 27th

How to Clear the Cache on Android

Clearing the cache on an Android phone?allows you to fix various phone issues and free up your storage space. Cache files are temporary and can be deleted without disrupting your apps. Here’s how to clear your app and browse…

Mahesh Makvana Oct 26th

The Galaxy S22 Now Has Android 13 and One UI 5

Google released Android 13 earlier this year in August, but the update still hasn’t reached many phones and tablets. Samsung is now starting to bring Android 13 to its own phones, starting with the Galaxy S22 series….

Corbin Davenport Oct 24th

How to Turn Off Safe Mode on Android

When you finish troubleshooting your phone, you’ll want to turn off?Safe Mode on Android.?There are multiple ways to do this, and we’ll go over them here. Stuck in Safe Mode? We’ll show you how to fix that too….

Mahesh Makvana Oct 24th

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