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How to hide the notch on the Pixel 3 XL
Want to hide the big notch on the Pixel 3 XL? Here’s how
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How to watch Razer Phone 2 launch live stream
Here's how you can watch the Razer Phone 2 reveal live stream
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How to watch the Ryder Cup 2018 without Sky Sports
See if Europe can humble the US elite in this year’s show stopping Ryder Cup – here’s how to watch
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How to Rewatch iPhone XS Launch Live Stream
Apple has announced the iPhone XS, XS Max and XR, plus an Apple Watch 4. Here's how to recap the event
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How to set a ringtone on Android
Bored with the default ringtone on your phone? Here's how to change it
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Huawei Mate 20 Lite Launch: How to Watch Huawei IFA 2018 Live
Tune in live to Huawei's IFA 2018 press conference to get full details on the Kirin 980 and Huawei Mate 20 Lite
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Honor Play Launch Stream: How to Watch Honor IFA 2018 Live
Honor will officially unveil the Honor Play today at IFA 2018. Watch live here.
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Android users must back up WhatsApp before 12 Nov – here’s how
So much of our digital lives are stored in WhatsApp. Here's how to back up and restore WhatsApp on a new or current phone
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Re-Watch the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Launch Video Stream
Missed it? Don't worry because you can relive the entire Unpacked event
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How to Get Cheap Wi-Fi Abroad
MyWebspot lets you hire Wi-Fi abroad at much cheaper prices than hotels and resorts typically offer
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How to stream free movies & TV on Android
Legally watch movies and TV shows on Android – and Fire TV Stick – with this app
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How to identify a song
Find out the artist and name of any song, using Siri and Google Assistant
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How to access voicemail from any network
Here's how to access your voicemail across all mobile networks and landline
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How to Stop WhatsApp Saving Photos
Prevent WhatsApp automatically downloading pictures, video and other documents or media to your Android phone
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How to use a phone in a car in the UK
Our collection of tips and gadgets that allow you to safely use your smartphone while driving.
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How to Secure WhatsApp with Two-Step Verification
Keep your WhatsApp conversations away from prying eyes by using this additional security feature
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What to do with an old Android phone
Turn your old handset into an alarm clock, sat nav or even a baby monitor
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How to Make Free Phone Calls in the UK or Abroad
Use Facebook, WhatsApp, Skype, FaceTime and others to make free phone calls anywhere in the world
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How to Get Subtitles on Netflix
We show you how to find and use the audio and subtitle settings on Netflix
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How to watch the Athletics World Cup
The inaugural Athletics World Cup takes place in London in July. Here’s how to watch it all on TV, online and abroad
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How to block people on Snapchat
Remove people from your Snapchat feed by using the Block feature. We explain how.
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How to downgrade iOS 12
Having performance problems or other issues with iOS 12? Here's how to revert back to iOS 11
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How to install a VPN on Android TV
If you opt for one of the VPN apps available on Google Play, it’s easy to set up and use a VPN on your Android TV – here’s how.
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How to Sideload Apps on Android: Install Apps Outside Google Play
If you can't install an app from Google Play there is usually another way to add it to your Android device
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How to Text from a Computer
Not got your phone to hand? Use your laptop or PC to send a text message
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How to block someone on Twitter
Clear out annoying people from your Twitter feed by blocking them
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How to block people on Facebook
A few easy steps to get rid of annoying people in your Facebook feed
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How to watch Fury vs Seferi comeback fight live on TV
It's Tyson Fury's first fight since beating Klitschko in 2015
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How to watch BlackBerry Key2 launch live stream
Watch the BlackBerry Key2 launch live online for free
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How to watch Asus Computex 2018 conference live stream
Watch live as Asus unveils new ZenBook laptops and more
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Xiaomi Mi 8 launch live stream: as it happened
The Xioami Mi 8 was announced in China on 31 May. Here’s how to rewatch the launch live stream
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Honor 10 launch event live stream
We are live at the Honor 10 launch in London with all the latest information on what could be the best mid-range phone you can buyHow-To
How to See, Close & Interact with Open Apps in Android P
Access your open app tabs in Android P
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How to delete duplicate files on Android
Reclaim vital storage space on your Android tablet or smartphone by getting rid of duplicate files
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How to fix your phone screen
Cracked your phone screen? It was going to happen to us all at some point. Check out our guide on what to do next.
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How to Move to SD Card on Android: Free Up Internal Storage
Move files, apps, photos & media to a microSD card to free up space on your Android phone or tablet
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How to Take a Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S9
You might think you know how to take a screenshot on a Galaxy S9, but do you know all four ways?
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How to Add GIFs to Always On Display on Galaxy S8, S9 & Note 8
If you love GIFs you'll want to put them everywhere. Samsung's making that easier on Galaxy S8, S9 and Note 8