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Here's how to tweak your Android phone's brightness to suit your liking
Choose the perfect brightness setting on your Android phone for maximum eye comfort. If you don't know how to adjust it, we can walk you through the process.
Point and scan
Learn how to scan any QR code with your Android phone
QR codes are fast and effective ways to access information with minimal effort. Here's how you can use your Android phone's camera to scan any QR code.
Built with Pride
Express yourself for Pride Month and change your phone's theme. Here's how!
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Pride Month is here, and while rainbow wallpapers are everywhere, what if you want to bring some more specialized pride to your phone? Whether you're bi, pan, lesbian, ace (like me), agender, intersex, or any other orientation, here's how to get your exact pride on your home screen with Tapet, KWGT, and Icon Pack Studio.
Best Streaming Quality
Get the best streaming quality on your Google Stadia
Google Stadia allows you to play anywhere from a PC, TV, or mobile devices with a Wi-Fi connection or mobile data. Here is how to get the best streaming quality to play games depending on connection.
Just plain better
GaN charging explained: why this next-gen charging tech is so powerful
GaN is the future of electronics, but when it comes to chargers that future is now. your next charger should be using it.
No waiting required
How to get Android 12 widgets on your phone today with KWGT
Why wait until September — or even later — to get Android 12's fun new widgets when they're available today thanks to KWGT Pro and some enterprising themers? Here are the best Android 12 widget packs to use right now and how to each handles the dynamic colors of Material You.
Don't run out
Let us help you recharge your Ultra Mobile online
Recharging your Ultra Mobile account is quick and easy online. You can access your account on Ultra Mobile's website or by downloading the Ultra Mobile app.
Opting out
Everything you need to know about your Google advertising ID
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Your Google advertising ID is what gets used to show you ads about things you are interested in. Big changes are coming to how it can be used.
adding more fun to photos
Want an easy way to move photos from Gmail to Google Photos? We got one!
Google introduced a new way to move photos from Gmail to Google Photos. There are some limitations, but we'll show you how to do it!
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Every armor set in Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart has eight armor sets that are shared between Ratchet and Rivet. You can usually find a piece at the end of an optional dimensional rift, and these locations will be marked on your map.
Shoot 'em up
Every weapon you can buy in Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart
There's a myriad of weapons at your disposal in Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart. Whether you want to freeze your enemies into solid ice or blast them with plasma bolts, you'll find everything you need at Ms. Zurkon's shop.
Hard pass
Google Play Pass not working for you? Here's how you can cancel it!
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Google Play Pass might be worth it someday, but if it's not worth it right now, here's how to ditch it.
you are in Ctrl
Master Google Meet calls with these top keyboard shortcuts
When you're on a video call, the last thing you want to do is spend time looking in the settings to make quick adjustments. Thankfully, Google Meet has a number of easy to use and easy to remember keyboard shortcuts to keep you productive and keep your eyes on the camera.
Hit the road
Opt out of Amazon Sidewalk on your Ring devices with these quick steps!
Amazon Sidewalk is a cool new way for many smart devices to talk to each other, but you may want to opt out if you're concerned about privacy or network security. Here's how to disable Amazon Sidewalk on Ring.
Free and secure
Here's how to use Google Password Manager on Android and the web
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There are plenty of robust, paid password managers out there. But the free Google Password Manager already built into Android and Google Chrome is pretty darn good and doesn't require any extra apps or extensions.
Better passwords!
Keep your data safer by adding a passphrase to Google Sync.
You can encrypt your data for Google Sync so that not even Google can see it. There are some major caveats to be aware of, so read on for instructions.
underrated google assistant watch
Use Google Assistant on your Fitbit smartwatch for on-the-go assistance
Fitbit's latest smartwatches allow you to choose one of two popular voice assistants. If you prefer to take the Google Assistant with you on your workouts, we'll show you how to enable this feature on the Versa 3 or Sense.
neighborhood watch
Opt out of Amazon's Sidewalk project from the Alexa app. Here's how!
Amazon's Sidewalk project carries a lot of promise for the connected home and neighborhood, but what if you want to opt out? We'll show you how you can disable the service from your Alexa app.
Extra security
Does the Eero 6 support Apple HomeKit? Here's what we found out!
Eero 6 and Eero 6 Pro now support Apple HomeKit thanks to a software update released in late May 2021. This update follows a similar update to the older Eero routers earlier in the year. With this, the entire Eero range will work great with your HomeKit accessories including improved security.
Tick Tock 🕒
Your Android phone's clock has a 24-hour format. Here's how to use it!
If you're a disciplined person who would like to keep track of time military-style, change your phone's clock to a 24-hour format. Not sure how to do that? Here's a guide to show you!
Show and tell
Get yourself a stand for your Echo Show 8
Amazon offers a first-party stand for the Echo Show 8 for only $25. The stand allows you to tilt and position your Echo Show 8 for optimal viewing experiences.