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realme 8 5G review: Affordable 5G connectivity!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 12.05.2021
Each month, the market of affordable 5G smartphones is getting more and more competitive. Last month, we tested the Samsung Galaxy A32 5G and now it’s time for a direct competitor: realme 8 5G. For a similar price point, realme 8 5G wants to offer a better screen, slightly faster...

How to get rid of a permanent notification on Android

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 10.05.2021
While it’s generally helpful to get alerts from your apps, there are some notifications you can’t swipe away on your Android smartphone or tablet. That is because some apps display a permanent notification on Android that won’t go away when you hit the Clear (all)...

How to block or unblock someone on WhatsApp

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 07.05.2021
Are you a WhatsApp user and someone is bothering you with messages or calls you don’t want? Did you know you can block anyone on WhatsApp and stop them from sending you messages or calling you? When you block someone on WhatsApp, do they know that you did that? What do they see?...

How to change or remove the SIM PIN code on Android

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 06.05.2021
The SIM card PIN code is meant to protect your data against unauthorized access. Each SIM you insert into a smartphone has a PIN code that you need to enter in order to activate the card. Some mobile providers use standard PIN codes, like 0000 or 1234, for all their SIM cards, while...

How to start Windows 10 in Safe Mode with Networking

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 05.05.2021
The Safe Mode environment in Windows is one of the best ways to diagnose and repair problems that stop the operating system from loading correctly or even from loading at all. Furthermore, Safe Mode with Networking can be even more helpful than the default Safe...

How to make Google my search engine in Microsoft Edge

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 03.05.2021
The new Chromium-based Edge is, in my opinion, a fantastic browser. However, inserting search terms into its address bar revealed that the default search engine in Microsoft Edge is Bing, and it wasn’t exactly obvious how to make Google my search engine instead. If you also want to...

How to choose the default GPU for gaming or apps in Windows 10

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 30.04.2021
Many computers use processors with built-in integrated graphics that help them provide basic video features. However, some PCs also have dedicated video cards that are used for more demanding apps and games. Usually, Windows 10 automatically switches between graphics cards, depending...

Top 10 Microsoft Edge add-ons in 2021

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 29.04.2021
Most people like to personalize their devices and tools, and that applies to web browsers too. Just like other popular browsers (Chrome, Firefox, or Opera), Microsoft Edge offers a large variety of extensions, which you can download and install. Some of them are really good! If you...

How to configure proxy server settings in Windows 10

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 27.04.2021
Windows 10 offers the ability to set a proxy server from its Settings app without the need for third-party software. This feature allows you to protect your online privacy by covering some of your tracks when surfing the web. Furthermore, using a proxy server might be the...

12 ways to manage tabs in Microsoft Edge

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 26.04.2021
While managing tabs in Microsoft Edge is not exactly exciting, it becomes necessary if you have too many open tabs. Luckily, Edge comes with a wide range of tools and features that help you organize and manage your tabs efficiently to avoid clutter and ensure you can easily find what...

What is NFC? How to use NFC

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 23.04.2021
NFC is an acronym for Near Field Communication, and it’s often used when referring to modern smartphones and tablets. What does NFC mean, and what does NFC do? Many people buy expensive smartphones, which all have NFC on them, but they have no idea what NFC is or how they...

What is a Homegroup? How to use the Windows 7 Homegroup

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 22.04.2021
The Homegroup is a Windows 7 feature that provides an easy way for sharing libraries, folders, and devices on small networks, such as that from your home. Accessing stuff shared with the Homegroup is easy and doesn’t require users to type in usernames and...

How to use the Microsoft Edge Collections

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 21.04.2021
The new Chromium-based Microsoft Edge introduces the Collections feature, which is meant to replace setting tabs aside. It doesn’t matter if you’re planning a holiday, doing research, organizing an event, or looking for Easter gift ideas; you can easily save tabs and...

Logitech C270 HD Webcam review: Excellent budget choice

  • review
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 21.04.2021
Not long ago, I found myself needing a new webcam for one of my computers. The old one I had broke, and my child needed it to learn from home, as schools are often closed these days. I didn’t want to spend a lot of money, yet I wanted to buy a webcam with decent specs and...