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How to use a tablet as a teleprompter
Here's how you can make your own teleprompter using your tablet, an app and a mount
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How to change your phone number on WhatsApp (and why you should)
Got a new phone number and wondering why no-one's contacting you anymore? Here's what to do
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How to add a microSD card to your phone or tablet
Your phone or tablet lacks microSD and you're running out of space. Here's what to do
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How to get a Surface Pro 3 lookalike under £200
Decent Windows tablets don't have to cost the earth. Here's how to get a cheap Windows 10 tablet
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How to block spam email on Android
Fed up with receiving spam email on your Android phone or tablet? Here's how to stop unwanted mail reaching your phone or tablet.
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How to block Be Like Bill
Be Like Bill, or don't – we show you how to make a Be Like Bill Facebook post or how to kill Bill once and for all
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How to reinstate tabbed browsing in Google Chrome for Android
A recent update to Google Chrome for Android has removed tabbed browsing. We show you how life can go on with or without the tabs
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EE recalls all Power Bars – here’s what to do
EE has recalled all of its free EE Power Bars after it was discovered that they pose a safety risk. Here's what you need to do now
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How to use app permissions in Android Marshmallow
Control what data third-party apps can access on your Android phone or tablet with app permissions
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How to use Now On Tap in Android Marshmallow
Google Now extends to every app in Android Marshmallow – here's how to use Now On Tap
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Why is my tablet…? We answer your tablet questions
We've compiled and answered a list of the most common tablet questions asked by consumers
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Microsoft’s Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, Lumia and Band 2 launch
Microsoft's best ever launch… revisited
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How to watch Google Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P launch live stream
Plenty of new Android 6.0 Marshmallow products are set to be announced today at 5pm. Tune in live right here on PC Advisor
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Celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s reign with a selfie
Queen Elizabeth II is about to become Britain's longest-reigning monarch. What better excuse for a selfie with the Queen?
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How to watch Moto 360 2 launch live stream
Motorola and Lenovo are hosting the company's biggest launch of the year at IFA 2015 later today. Here's how to tune in live
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How to get genuinely free Android apps and free Android games
Free Android apps and games usually come with a cost, but not when they come from Amazon Underground. Here's how to grab a freebie
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How to watch American Netflix on iPad in the UK
We show you how to get US Netflix on iPad in the UK
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How to switch off notifications in Facebook Messenger
How to mute notification alerts in Facebook Messenger without leaving the conversation
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How to disable notifications in Android
We show you how to clear app notifications, and how to clear software notifications in Android
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How to transfer contacts from Android to iPhone
Four simple ways to move contacts from Android to iPhone
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How to transfer files between PC, Mac and Android
There are several ways to transfer files between PC, Mac and Android, but for a simple solution we like this Inateck HB4009
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How to save a Gmail attachment on Android
Don't just preview your attachment, save it for keeps
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How to delete browsing history on iPad
Two simple ways to delete the web-browsing history on your iPad
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How to increase volume on Android tablet
Make music and video output louder on your Android tablet (and Android phone too)
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How to get texts on a tablet: Sync your phone and tablet SMS
Fancy a bigger screen for managing your text- and multimedia messages? Here's how to get texts on a tablet
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How to fix ‘Unfortunately Samsung Galaxy has stopped’
If you're receiving error messages on your Android phone, clearing the troublesome app's cache can help. Here's how to do so
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How to turn off Google search history on Android
If you want to keep your browsing habits private then you need to tell Google not to record them. Here's how to do so in Android
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How to listen to and receive WhatsApp voice messages
What does this button do? Some hints and tips for WhatsApp's voice messaging service
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How to Block Ads on Android
Ads are a major pain, especially on your mobile phone. Here's how to stop pop-ups and ads in Android
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How to put phone contacts on a PC
If you lose your phone you needn't lose your friends too. Here's how to access your phone contacts on a PC, laptop or tablet
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How to protect Android from the WebView bug
A malicious WebView bug affects 60 percent of Android devices, and Google won't fix it. Luckily, you can. Here's how
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How to watch Sony CES 2015 press conference live video stream
Watch Sony announce new products at CES 2015 including 4K TV and High-Res audio
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How to watch LG CES 2015 press conference live video stream
LG will announce Quantum Dot 4K TVs but watch to find out what else
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Set Google as the home page on your device
Start your searches without delay by making Google the first thing your browser displays.
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How to automate regular tasks and save time with IFTTT
IFTTT is a simple app that lets you create quick shortcuts to completing common tasks. Here's how to use IFTTT on iOS or Android
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How to make your PC ergonomic
We show you how to reduce the potential risks for healthier computing
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How to fix Wi-Fi problems with Android Lollipop
Nexus owners are reporting Wi-Fi problems with Android Lollipop. Here are some tips to help solve Wi-Fi dropouts
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How to install Android 5.0 Lollipop on Nexus 4, 5, 7 and Nexus 10
Don't wait for the OTA update: you can download the final factory images right now.
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How to use one screen with two computers: share a display between PCs
Here's how to save desk space and share a monitor with multiple computers
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How to Stop Avast installing Dropbox
Free software is infamous for sneaking in other apps during its installation. Here's how to stop piggyback software installations, such as Avast installing Dropbox
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Tech Jargon Buster – November 2014
What is AMOLED? What is JavaScript? What is Haptic Feedback? What is a feature phone? These and other tech terms explained
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How to use a MicroUSB cable with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch
We show you how to charge or connect to a computer your iPhone, iPad or iPod using a MicroUSB cable
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How to use Street View on Android
How to see your destination before you leave with Street View on Android
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How to prepare your smartphone or tablet for Android L
Which phones and tablets will get Android L, and how to decide whether to make the upgrade
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