Windows 11 is here, and it comes with a lot of questions. Windows upgrades are usually no-nonsense, but Windows 11 has brought along a higher standard for hardware compatibility. This means that actually installing the Windows 11 update, while free of charge, is a little trickier. There is some flexibility to the hardware requirements though, even if you may not have a system that looks eligible on paper. Here is our complete guide on how to install Windows 11 right now.
You might encounter an issue with your Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphone that will cause it to slow down or even freeze on you. It’s possible that an app might be the cultprit, but in order to see if a third party app is an issue, you might need to put the phone into Safe Mode.
What is safe mode? Basically, it’s a clean mode that only lets first party apps run.
Back in March, the Unicode Consortium shared a list of emoji that might be included in the big Emoji 5.0 update. The list has now been finalized and includes a total of 56 emojis.
Among these are a bunch of animals including a zebra, giraffe, and hedgehog, a few dinosaurs including a t-rex and sauropod, as well as other interesting creatures like a genie, elf, vampire, and more. There’s also some additional symbols included, like the one for Bitcoin.
Our smartphones are more capable than ever, and the evolution of smartphone technology has been absolutely wonderful to witness. It’s not just the phones themselves that have gotten better, faster, and stronger — the mobile networks they run on are improving too.
Everything from watching videos online, to video calls with friends and family, to instant uploads to social media, to online gaming is now possible on the go because of what current mobile networks have to offer.
Hidden away amongst all the interface enhancements and feature additions in Android Pie is an all-new feature that has somewhat slipped under the radar for many users. Lockdown mode is a new security-focused addition that is going to be of particular use to anyone who is worried about protecting their private data in situations where their smartphone might not be in their possession.
Let’s start with a quick background on what lockdown mode is all about.
If you’re a parent, you may feel the need to keep tabs on your child’s whereabouts. Or if you have a friend who’s new to town and therefore likely to get lost, it’s helpful to know you can always find them again. These are just two examples of why you should share your location on WhatsApp. We’ll look at both sending your current location and real-time location tracking on the WhatsApp mobile app.
Ever wonder what adventures your pets get up to while you’re away from home? Well, working from home during the pandemic may have given you a good idea. You can get a permanent glimpse into their secret world, however, with a pet camera. These smart home gadgets are great for checking in on your fluffy friends during long office days and making sure they’re alright.
Picking the right pet camera can be a daunting task.
Swipe gestures seem like the other big trend in the past 12 months (behind the notch and dropping the headphone jack). This year Xiaomi‘s devices adopted swipe gestures as an alternative to Android’s standard navigation keys.
If you’re intrigued by the new navigation method, we’ve got a guide to enable and use gestures on Xiaomi phones.
Enabling full-screen gesturesThe first step to enable gestures on Xiaomi phones is to visit settings > Full screen display.
The Honor 7s – I actually hated this phone!
As tech fans, it’s easy for us to get excited about even the most uninspiring smartphones. Like even the lamest people, most phones have at least some interesting feature or great quality worth talking about. We’re all good at something, and there’s someone out there for everyone. There are very few truly “bad” smartphones.
Every now and then, a phone comes along and it’s just complete and utter ass.
Realme X2 ProThe Realme X2 Pro is, by far, the best phone that the company has ever produced. With top specs, a great camera, and industry-leading fast charging, Realme has left its mark on the affordable-flagship scene. Realme’s efforts to improve the software experience haven't gone unseen, but its lack of polish will turn some buyers off.
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The Realme X, introduced in July 2019, was a great take on a mid-range smartphone with features like a bezel-lessdisplay, super-fast charging, and an elegant design.