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Android/iOS tip: 4 more things that’ll fit in your phone’s app dock

Android/iOS tip: 4 more things that’ll fit in your phone’s app dock

by ben patterson | May 3, 2017 | apps, how-tos, phones, tablets

The app dock at the bottom of your Android or iOS home screen isn’t just for apps. Not only can you put folders in the app dock, you can also add contact icons (if you’re an Android user), website shortcuts, and more. Read on for four more things...
Google tip: Here’s a super-easy way to sign into your Google account

Google tip: Here’s a super-easy way to sign into your Google account

by ben patterson | Jan 18, 2017 | how-tos, phones, security, tablets

How many times have you had to look all over for your password to sign in to your Google account? Too many times, I’m guessing. Particularly if you’ve got lots of Google apps on your iPhone or Android device. Luckily, there’s a much easier way to...
How Do I Download Netflix Videos to My iPhone or Android phone?

How Do I Download Netflix Videos to My iPhone or Android phone?

by ben patterson | Nov 30, 2016 | home video, how-tos, phones, tablets

Until now, the Netflix app on your Android or iOS device wouldn’t do you much good if you were on a jetliner at 30,000 feet, deep in a subway tunnel, or otherwise out of range of a decent Wi-Fi or cellular connection. All that’s changed thanks to...
Android tip: Don’t like a suggested word? Here’s how to trash it forever

Android tip: Don’t like a suggested word? Here’s how to trash it forever

by ben patterson | Jul 20, 2016 | how-tos, phones, tablets

So you’re tapping (or swiping) away on your Android phone or tablet when you get yet another weird word suggestion—this time, “Tru” when you just wanted to type “true.” Ugh. Well, turns out there’s an easy (and gratifying) way to...
Android tip: A faster way to launch the Android camera app

Android tip: A faster way to launch the Android camera app

by ben patterson | Jun 1, 2016 | how-tos, phones, tablets

As with iPhones and iPads, most Android phones and tablets have a lock-screen shortcut for the camera, perfect for shutterbugs who want quick camera access from their locked handset. But what if you’re (say) browsing the Web on your device when that Kodak moment...
Netflix tip: 4 ways to take control of your Netflix account

Netflix tip: 4 ways to take control of your Netflix account

by ben patterson | May 11, 2016 | home video, how-tos

Don’t want Netflix rearranging your queue—er, Your List—of movies and TV shows? I don’t blame you. Luckily, there’s a setting that’ll help you get control of your Netflix account back. You can also dial up—or down—how much bandwidth you use...
Reader mail: Are third-party keyboards spying on me?

Reader mail: Are third-party keyboards spying on me?

by ben patterson | Apr 27, 2016 | how-tos, phones, privacy, tablets

Geraline writes: I read your “How to type with a swipe” article. I had an Android phone that came with Gesture Typing, but I’ve today been given another Android phone, and it doesn’t have that. I’ve downloaded third-party keyboards...
iOS/Android tip: Create your own time-saving keyboard shortcuts

iOS/Android tip: Create your own time-saving keyboard shortcuts

by ben patterson | Jan 20, 2016 | how-tos, phones, tablets

Tired of repeatedly tapping your street address, your job title, or common phrases like “on my way” or “you there?” on your iPhone or Android phone? If so, good news. Both iOS and Android devices will let you create your own, custom keyboard shortcuts for … well, just...
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