Phone Hacks & How Tos
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How to move from Android to iPhone
Thinking of making the switch from an Android phone to an iPhone? Here are all the steps you'll need to take
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What is NFC and how do I turn it off?
Seeing a random N symbol in the status bar at the top of your phone? Here's what it is, what it does, and how to make it disappear
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How to fix a phone that won't charge
Having trouble charging your phone? We've got some hints and tips you can try to fix a phone that won't charge
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How to take a screenshot on iPhone
Whether you've got a Home button or not, here's how to take and edit screenshots on your iPhone
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How to record your screen on Android
Follow our simple steps to capture and share your screen activities on Android devices from the likes of Samsung, Google and more
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How to block a number on an iPhone
Stop calls from an iPhone contact. Stop your ex calling your iPhone. Here's how to block a number from calling you on your iPhone
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How to scan codes with your smartphone
Your phone is capable of reading QR codes and barcodes. We show you how to scan these codes on an Android phone or an iPhone
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Why is my iPhone in SOS mode and how do I fix it?
How do I get out of SOS mode on my iPhone? There's no need to panic. Here's what to do
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This simple YouTube hack has changed the way I watch videos
This hidden method can be used to shrink YouTube videos on iPhone and Android, allowing you to multitask and use other apps while something is playing
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How to transfer data from Android to Android
Android has a built-in feature for importing data from your old phone to your new one. Here's how to use it
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How to turn your iPhone into a Samsung phone
Samsung is allowing you to try its One UI software on any smartphone – including an iPhone. Here’s how it’s done
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How to set up voicemail on an Android phone
Here’s how to get voicemail ready, change the recorded message or listen to any that have been left for you
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How to track a phone number
Tracking a phone number can be useful for a variety of reasons – none of which are illegal. Here's everything you need to know
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Holidaying in a hot country? Here’s how to stop your phone from overheating
You might be ready for some time in the sun, but your smartphone isn’t. Use these tips to ensure it doesn’t overheat, or worse, explode
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If you're not using WhatsApp Channels, are you even doing it right?
Using one app to keep in touch with your family, friends and companies is surely a no-brainer.
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There’s a problem with the Xiaomi 14 camera – but we have a fix
This setting is normally off by default on most phones but for some reason, Xiaomi wants some of your photos to be the wrong way around
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How to block ads on Android
Tired of adverts ruining your browsing experience on Android? Here's how to remove ads from Chrome or other browsers on an Android phone or tablet
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Google Play Store refund: Get your money back for app purchases
Purchases such as apps or books in the Google Play Store can be refunded relatively easily, even in cases of fraud. We show you how it works.
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The Poco F6 Pro is a good phone – make it even better by enabling these hidden features
Poco’s new mid-range phone has a lot of great features, but some of the best ones are switched off by default. Here’s how to enable them
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Avoid "text claw" with this rubber band smartphone hack
If you read on on your phone for hours, this hack can help prevent pain and numbness in your fingers. All you need is a rubber band
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How to turn off the annoying 3D buildings view in Google Maps
The new view in Google Maps makes using the app as a sat nav more distracting but you can turn if off with these steps
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How to log into the Wi-Fi on your smartphone without a password
Smartphone users can share their Wi-Fi access and password using a QR code. This simple hack is great for guests and new devices
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Try AI Overview search results outside the US now
AI Overview answers in Google search results is now live in the US, but we know how anyone can switch AI Overview on (and off)
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How to take great underwater photos with your iPhone
All recent iPhone models are water resistant, but there are a few other things you'll need to sort before taking photos and videos underwater
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How to clear cache on Android
If you've deleted everything you can think of and still Android says it has "insufficient storage available", deleting cached files may help
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How to stop pop-up ads on a Samsung phone
Tired of seeing pop-up ads on your Samsung smartphone? Here, we'll show you how to get rid of them, regardless of which browser you're using
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How to clear cookies on Android
Don't want cookies taking up space on your device or tracking your browsing? Here, we show you how to clear cookies on your Android smartphone
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Why does my phone say no SIM?
Has your phone started showing that you've got "No SIM" even if you have? Here are some things you can try to solve the problem
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How to take a screenshot on Android
Android makes it easy to take a screenshot, regardless of the device you're using. Here are four ways to do it on your phone or tablet
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How to update Android
Regularly updating your Android devices is crucial to maintaining their security, and ensures you don't miss out on any new features
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Want to make the viral TikTok stacked emojis? Here's how
What are stacked emojis and how do you make and send them? We have all the answers here
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How to summarise articles on your phone using AI
Recent Samsung flagships include a feature that can summarise any online article for you. Here's how to use it and the best alternatives
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How to do real-time call translation on your phone
Samsung’s Galaxy S24 devices come with a real-time call translation feature. Here’s how to use it, and what to do if you’ve got another device.
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How to show pictures from your phone on your TV
You don't have to put up with a tiny screen when showing other people your photos and videos – here's how to get them on your TV
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How to tell if your phone is fast charging
Whether you want to test a new charger or cable, or simply find out how good the bundled charger is, here's how to know if it's going quickly
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How to use Circle to Search on your phone
Selected Android smartphones can search Google for anything you circle on your screen. Here's how to get started and why it's worth using
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How to recover files from an SD card for free
If you've accidentally deleted files from your SD card or it's stopped working, all hope is not lost. Here are some things to try
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How to flip a photo on Android
Android smartphones usually default to a mirrored photo when you take selfies. Here's how to flip them the right way round
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How to make your own iPhone ringtone
Here's a detailed step-by-step guide on how to take any portion of a song and make it a ringtone for your iPhone for free
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Just bought a phone? Here's how to tell if it's new
Here's how to work out if you've bought a refurbished phone or not, and why refurbished models can offer good value
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Pinning messages and chats will transform how you use WhatsApp
Tired of losing conversations or important messages on WhatsApp? Now you can pin them to make them easy to find. Here's how it's done.
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How to properly charge a phone battery
Can you damage a phone's battery by charging it too often, or for too long? We round up the best battery care tips to keep your smartphone battery healthy for as long as possible
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You can watch Now while you're on holiday – here's how
Watching Sky content from abroad is possible if you have a Now Membership – you just need this one thing
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How to secretly read a WhatsApp message without the sender knowing
Here are six ways to reduce the chances of someone knowing you've read a WhatsApp message
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How to reset an Android phone or tablet
Want to sell on an old Android device or sort out any problems it may be having? A reset can often work wonders
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How to factory reset your iPhone or iPad
If your iPhone or iPad is having trouble or you want to sell it on, a factory reset could be the answer. Here's a step-by-step guide on getting it done
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How to reset a Samsung phone or tablet
How to clear problems on your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet by giving it a reset, wether it's a soft reboot or full factory reset
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How to use your iPhone to get perfect laundry
If laundry care symbols might as well be hieroglyphs to you, there's an iPhone trick that'll decipher them. Here's how
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How to unlock an Android phone and use any SIM
Even if your phone is locked to a specific network provider, there are still ways you can unlock it and use a different SIM
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