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How to use Android smartphones, tablets, and other types of devices. This category includes product reviews, tutorials and general technical articles about this operating system.

review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum E10 review: Cleaning and mopping on a budget!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum E10 review: Cleaning and mopping on a budget!

Robot vacuum cleaners are popular, and for a good reason: they help us automate a task that a lot of people dread doing regularly. Many such devices are advanced and incredibly efficient, but they’re expensive, and not everyone can afford them. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly solution, Xiaomi has you covered. For about 200 USD, Xiaomi Robot Vacuum E10 can vacuum and mop
review Samsung Galaxy A34 5G review: A common sense Android

Samsung Galaxy A34 5G review: A common sense Android

Are you looking for a mid-range Android smartphone with 5G connectivity? One with a pleasant design, a beautiful display, a good camera, and a large battery? Then you might want to consider the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G. Launched in March 2024, this reasonably-priced 5G smartphone has more than just a few tricks up its sleeve. In this review, I’ll share my personal experience using
tutorial Connect your Android phone to a Windows PC with Phone Link

Connect your Android phone to a Windows PC with Phone Link

Phone Link is Microsoft’s attempt to keep you in front of your Windows computer even while using your Android device. The app syncs your Android smartphone to your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC, helping you get notifications, calls, and texts on your desktop. This tutorial illustrates how to set up and use Phone Link to connect your Android smartphone or tablet and your
tutorial How to use Android Nearby Share with Windows PCs

How to use Android Nearby Share with Windows PCs

Google’s Nearby Share feature offers a convenient way to transfer photos, videos, documents, and other files wirelessly between Android devices without using the internet or a USB cable. But did you know that Nearby Share is available on PC also, not just on Android devices? In this guide, I’ll show you how to use Google’s Nearby Share app to share files between your Android
review TP-Link Tapo C420S2 review: Capable and reasonably-priced!

TP-Link Tapo C420S2 review: Capable and reasonably-priced!

If you’re looking for an easy-to-use security camera for your home or office, one that doesn’t cost a fortune, you should check out the TP-Link Tapo C420S2. This wireless two-camera kit offers 2K QHD video, night vision, motion detection, two-way audio, and local and cloud storage for your recordings. Each Tapo C420S2 camera also has its own battery, allowing you to monitor areas with
tutorial How to use Nearby Share on Android

How to use Nearby Share on Android

Nearby Share is a feature available on Android that allows you to share files, photos, links, and more with other nearby devices. It works with or without an internet connection, using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or mobile data to create a secure connection between the devices. Do you want to know how it all works? If you do, here’s how to use Nearby Share on Android
review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 review: For mid-sized living spaces!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 review: For mid-sized living spaces!

Xiaomi recently launched a new lineup of smart devices, which includes new robot vacuum cleaners for all budgets. These devices have gotten smarter and more efficient in the last couple of years, and I was curious to see the progress made by Xiaomi. So the company sent me their Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 (model number B106GL) for testing: it’s a mid-range robot vacuum cleaner
tutorial How to open Play Store on Android smartphones and tablets

How to open Play Store on Android smartphones and tablets

On your Android device, Google’s Play Store is the portal to your favorite content, so knowing how to open it can be useful. You use it to download apps, games, and all kinds of digital content. Furthermore, the Play Store downloads updates for your apps and games too. In this tutorial, I’ll show you all the ways to open the Play Store app on
tutorial How to stop your HUAWEI device from closing apps automatically

How to stop your HUAWEI device from closing apps automatically

Like all Android smartphones on the market, HUAWEI phones also have a built-in battery optimization service that can kill your apps automatically when it deems fit. The purpose of doing this is to maximize your battery life. However, you may want to allow certain apps to run at all times, even if they use a bit more battery. Here’s how to stop your HUAWEI
review HUAWEI P60 Pro review: Unconventional in many ways!

HUAWEI P60 Pro review: Unconventional in many ways!

When publishing this review, HUAWEI just released its latest flagship smartphone in Europe: the HUAWEI P60 Pro. As one of the first people to test it, I can say that it’s an impressive smartphone in many key areas, from its elegant design to the outstanding camera system. And, if you compare it to other flagship devices from Samsung and Apple, the fast charging of
tutorial How to open an unknown file on Android

How to open an unknown file on Android

Did you ever find yourself in a situation where your Android smartphone can’t open a file that you downloaded from the internet or received in an email? Does it have a file extension that you’ve never seen before? Is it an unknown file, and you have no app to handle it? Would you like to know how to open unknown files on your Android?
tutorial How to add a direct dial widget on Android

How to add a direct dial widget on Android

To speed dial on Android or to send someone a message without wasting time going through your contacts, you must first create a direct message or a direct dial widget on your smartphone’s Home screen. It is a simple process, and once completed, you get an Android call shortcut or a message shortcut that lets you get in touch with your favorite contacts with
review Sony WH-CH520 review: Attractive on-ear headphones

Sony WH-CH520 review: Attractive on-ear headphones

If you’re looking for a pair of wireless headphones that don’t require you to break your piggy bank, you might want to check out the Sony WH-CH520. The company advertises them as lightweight, comfortable, and easy-to-use headphones with good sound quality and long battery life. I’ve already tested them for a while, and in this review, I’d like to share my experience with them.
article Where are screenshots saved on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS?

Where are screenshots saved on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS?

Where do screenshots go on Mac? Where does Android store screenshots? What about your iPhone or iPad? Where do my screenshots go on Windows 11 or Windows 10? Answering these questions is not always easy, especially if you’re new to screenshots or using an unfamiliar device or system. Since a picture is worth a thousand words, screenshots are a convenient way of quickly saving
review Realme C55 review: A smartphone for people on a budget!

Realme C55 review: A smartphone for people on a budget!

Realme benefits from less brand awareness than many of its competitors. However, the company has been on an upward trajectory for quite some time, especially in markets where affordable devices are sought after. For example, in India, in 2022, Realme became the second-largest smartphone manufacturer after Xiaomi, which is an impressive feat. The time has come for the company to launch new devices on
tutorial How to turn Facebook’s Dark Mode on or off

How to turn Facebook’s Dark Mode on or off

The Dark Mode feature offered by many websites, apps, and even operating systems like Windows, allows you to experience these in darker colors than usual. This can theoretically help reduce eyestrain, as well as increase battery life for your device. Facebook, too, has a Dark Mode, and enabling it is quite easy if you’re using its desktop website or its mobile apps for Android
review Realme 10 review: Budget-friendly with excellent features

Realme 10 review: Budget-friendly with excellent features

The Realme 10 is one of the latest offerings from the Chinese smartphone brand that aims to deliver high performance and build quality at an affordable price. It sports a stylish design, a stunning display, a mid-range processor, and a set of cameras that promise to be able to shoot beautiful photos and videos. Would you like to know more about it and see
review Topdon TC001 review: A brilliant thermal imaging camera

Topdon TC001 review: A brilliant thermal imaging camera

Thermal imaging cameras can detect infrared radiation and translate it into visible images. Such devices can be useful in a wide range of applications, such as inspecting electrical systems, finding heat or water leaks, or detecting fire hazards. In this review, I’m testing the performance and features of the Topdon TC001 thermal imaging camera. Does it meet the manufacturer’s claims of offering high resolution
tutorial How to change the screenshot format on Android: PNG to JPG & back

How to change the screenshot format on Android: PNG to JPG & back

By default, the Android operating system saves all your screenshots using the PNG file format. But what if you want to change the screenshot format from PNG to JPG? Or what if your phone’s manufacturer changed this default behavior, and your new Android device stores screenshots as JPG files? You may then want to change the screenshot format from JPG to PNG. This tutorial