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Don't miss the Black Friday deals you want with this Alexa trick
If you use an Alexa device and shop at Amazon, you'll want to know about this useful way to keep track of deals that are important to you
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Pixel 9 tips and tricks: 9 ways to get the most out of your phone
Whether you've got the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL or Pixel 9 Pro, these tips and tricks will help you get the most out of your Google phone
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How to stop Google from using your data for ads
Google monitors which apps you download on your phone to give you personalised recommendations. Here's how to stop it from having access
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Can you screenshot a flip phone cover screen?
Most people know how to take a screenshot on a regular phone, but what if you want to capture what's on that small external screen?
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iPhone 16 tips and tricks: How to get the most out of your 16 or 16 Pro
Apple's iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max are brimming with power and an expanded feature set – here's how to make the most of them
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Improve your chances of getting Glastonbury 2025 tickets with these tips & hacks
Glastonbury tickets will sell out fast, so here are our top tips for beating the crowds and having the best chance of securing a place at Worthy Farm
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How to Fix WhatsApp Green Screen Error
Getting a green screen when opening WhatsApp messages? Here's how to fix it.
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How to spot a fake WhatsApp account
Anyone contacting a company via WhatsApp should make sure that it is not a fake account. This is how it works.
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How to boost your phone signal
If the phone signal is poor in and around your home, here are five things you can try to solve the problem
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How to benchmark & speed test an Android phone
See how your Android phone compares to others with these performance testing apps
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Are you being spied on via WhatsApp? Here's how to find out and fix it
Do you have the feeling that someone is spying on your chats? Here's how to find out and how to stop it happening
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How to block spam calls on Android
If you often receive unwanted calls, here's how to get rid of spam on your Android phone
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How to see a Wi-Fi password on Android
Learn how to view saved Wi-Fi passwords on Android devices with a step-by-step guide
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How to access SD card on Android
Having trouble tracking down files on the SD card in your Android smartphone? Follow these steps to quickly access the content on your expandable storage
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How to sell a phone
Here are the best places online to compare mobile prices and sell your old or unwanted phone to someone who wants it
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7 questions to ask yourself before getting a dumb phone
If you're feeling overwhelmed by technology and are thinking about buying a so-called dumb phone, here are some things to consider before you go for it
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How to get your deleted photos back on Android
Deleting photos on your mobile phone doesn't have to be a disaster. Here's how to rescue them – if you use Google Photos
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How to add MagSafe and Qi2 to Android phones
Although no Android phones have official support for Qi2 charging, you can add this functionality yourself. Here's how to do it
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