Google System Updates welcome almost-forgotten audio switching feature September’s package ofGoogle System Updateswent public a couple weeks ago, though as a matter of fact, we had reported on a lot of the features within earlier on. It turns out, however, that we have a couple of stragglers that came across the finish line late, so we wanted to make sure you knew what was officially coming with which component update....
How Android Can Catch Up With the iPhone in the US While Android is the most used mobile operating system around the globe, it’s never been able to catch up with iOS in the United States. It’s an interesting situation, given that Android flagships can often hold their ground against the latest iPhone lineups. Android’s difficulties in the United States seem to stem from other issues. Whether it’s because people see Apple as a premium brand or one that offers a better ecosystem, it’s clear that Android has some work to do....
How Does a Satellite Connection in Smartphones Work? After the iPhone 14 line was announced with satellite connection support, a number of carriers and manufacturers are said to be working on similar features. T-Mobile (partnering with SpaceX) and Bullitt (which manufactures rugged phones), partnering with chipmaker MediaTek, are officially in the game. Samsung, according to rumors, could also bring the tech to its Galaxy S23 devices next year. But how does satellite connection work in smartphones?...
How to Downgrade an Android App Using ADB Without Losing Data Downgrading an Android app can be useful if the latest update introduces bugs or changes you don’t like. Sometimes, the newer version of an app might no longer be compatible with your Android version, so you have to get the older version to make it work. Of course, it’s possible to sideload an older version of the app by installing the APK, but that way, you’d lose your data and settings....
How to pin apps and websites to your Chromebook’s shelf Quick Links On all our devices, we have apps and websites we visit at least once a day, if not more. To easily access these apps or websites, devices have some way for us to put them in an easy-to-access location on the homescreen. Like a taskbar on a Windows device or the bottom row of apps on an Android device,our favorite Chromebookshave a shelf where you may pin your most used apps and websites....
How to Stop Seeing the Ads You Hate on Facebook If you use your Facebook account frequently, there’s a good chance that you might encounter annoying ads on several occasions. It could be about that overpriced vacuum cleaner on Amazon or an ad that offends your cultural or religious beliefs. Whichever type of ad it is, you don’t have to see ads you’re not comfortable with. If you’ve been trying to get rid of annoying ads, we’ve put together three easy ways to control the kind of ads you see on Facebook....
Is the Raspberry Pi the Best SBC You Can Buy? The Raspberry Pi range of small single-board computers (SBCs) are popular among tinkerers, makers, and electronics enthusiasts due to their low cost, versatility, and ease of use. There are numerous other SBCs available for purchase, but the Raspberry Pi stands out from all the rest. Let’s take a look at why this remains the case even after several years and whether these Raspberry Pi SBCs are truly worth the hype....
Mint Mobile is taking $400 off your new Pixel 7 Pro and throwing in six months of 5G service, too The Pixel 7 Pro is the culmination of a promise Google’s been making for seven years, and it delivers in almost every category. Photography is unmatched, there’s plenty of power, and the screen looks great, even if it’s still curved. Carrier deals have been among thebest Pixel 7 Pro dealsso far, and while the big three have been rolling out their usual charms, Mint Mobile is getting in on the fun, too....
11 Endpoint Security Best Practices You Must Follow to Stay Protected Various people aim to steal corporate data. As most companies try to tighten their network security, these thieves instead target endpoint devices that have access to enterprise networks. Since endpoint devices are outside the protection of an otherwise well-guarded network, companies are at the whim of employees to use them securely. This makes implementing endpoint security best practices crucial to protecting your network and company data....
Android 13 update starts on these Asus flagships next month Android 13 may not be as big a visual upgrade as Android 12 was, but that doesn’t take away the excitement of a fresh update hitting yourbrand-new Android flagship phone. While many major smartphone makers have already outlined theirAndroid 13release schedules, Asus is the latest brand to join the list. After running aclosed Android 13 beta phase spanning a few months, Asus is set to release the stable Android 13 update to its newest ROG and Zenfone flagships from December....
Do You Need to Get a Case and Screen Protector for Your iPhone? If you’re planning to buy a new iPhone, or if you already own one, you may have questioned whether you need a case and screen protector for it. Of course, you want to keep your iPhone well protected, but you don’t want to waste money on these accessories if they aren’t essential. We’ll look at the pros and cons of using an iPhone case and screen protector so you can decide what’s best for you....
Google’s making sure victims of domestic violence have easy access to critical support resources From delivering simple links, to converting Fahrenheit to Celsius, to telling you the phone number of the nearest Panda Express, Google is the go-to destination for getting quick answers — but some searches are more urgent than others, and shouldn’t be subjected to the whims of an algorithm. Case in point: seeking help for domestic violence. Recognizing this urgency, Google haspartnered with the National Domestic Violence Hotlinein the US to put resources for domestic violence victims front and center....
How to Fix the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Dev Error 6328 on Windows Modern Warfare error codes are always frustrating. Sooner or later, you will find some strings of numbers hampering your gaming experience. It can be especially annoying for gamers who just want to hop into the single-player campaign mode but can’t due to an error related to the multiplayer mode. That’s exactly the case with “Dev Error 6328....
