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Hagop is a tech-savvy guy, who's also into traveling, fitness, biking, food, and planes. He's heptalingual and has lived in 5 different countries, but has decided to settle in Paris for the time being.

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How to find your lost Samsung phone

Because smartphones are hella expensive

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Do you use your phone to communicate with loved ones, save pictures and memories, and work while away from the office? Do you take it everywhere with you? When your phone is a regular part of your day, losing a phone or tablet can affect your personal and professional life. Luckily, Samsung smartphone lineup ships with a built-in solution to locate and administer them remotely called SmartThings Find. It finds a lost device and locks or erases it to protect your privacy.

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How to send articles to your Kindle to read later

E Ink is e-z on your eyes

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Our phones and tablets are capable devices that let us achieve a variety of tasks, ranging from communicating with our loved ones, watching videos, buying things, and reading books and articles. However, their LCD or LED screens aren't the easiest on the eye, especially when reading in bright environments.

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Best robot vacuums in 2023

Keep your floors sparkling clean with minimal effort

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There is nothing like a robot vacuum to keep your floors clean with minimal human interaction. Although these devices were a novelty a decade ago, they've become very common nowadays and offer valuable help in our daily lives. Most are controlled using an app and smart speakers, allowing you to launch them while performing other tasks or without leaving your couch.

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How to use the same WhatsApp account on two Android phones

Setting up a WhatsApp account on multiple phones only takes a few minutes

More than two billion people were using WhatsApp as of the third quarter of 2022, that's some serious numbers. In 2021, WhatsApp released multi-device mode, which allowed you to use WhatsApp across all your devices, however you could only connect one phone to your account. In April 2023, Meta released a WhatsApp update that supports multiple phones with Companion mode.

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Best Samsung Galaxy S22+ screen protectors in 2023

Your Galaxy S22+ has a nice large screen that needs protecting against nice large cracks

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The Galaxy S22+ is one of Samsung's best smartphones. It comes with desirable specs and an eye-pleasing design. However, its screen can be vulnerable to scratches and cracks, so getting a reliable screen protector to shield it is essential.

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How to quickly disable apps on your Android phone or tablet

They'll be gone in just a few taps

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More often than not, most Android phones or tablets, including the best handsets on the market, you've purchased are likely to have shipped preloaded with applications that you may never use or even want. This bloatware eats up storage space and decreases the speed of your device. These tend to be even more common on devices with carrier firmware, while other devices like the Google Pixel 7 Pro ship without unnecessary apps.

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How to delete your Google search history

Keep your browsing habits a secret

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Whether you're concerned about your privacy or you searched for something you're not proud of, deleting your search history is a smart option. Since Google automatically tracks your search queries from your browser and its sites and saves them to your Google account, it might be relevant to look at what it saved and have control over it, especially if you use an Android phone.

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How to transfer photos from Android to a computer

It works on both PC and Mac

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Transferring your favorite photos from your Android phone to your computer is a smart choice if you enjoy shooting pictures with it but would rather view or edit them on a bigger screen. Knowing where to begin with the various approaches available might be difficult. We walk you through the numerous methods, such as using a USB cable, Bluetooth, or Google Photos, to transfer your images from your Android handset to your computer. Whether you're a PC or Mac user, our detailed instructions will assist you in finding the best option and ensure your images are safely moved to your computer.

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How to set up a Google Nest smart speaker

A few easy steps to get your smart speaker all set

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Smart speakers are a key component when creating an ecosystem of connected devices at home, and the Google Nest Audio Assistant-powered speakers are among the finest choices available. They allow you to ask questions, manage your smart home devices, and listen to your favorite tunes all over your house. This guide walks you through the setup and Wi-Fi network connection procedures for your Nest Audio device, helping you use your new Nest Audio device in no time and take advantage of all its features and advantages.

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How to connect Google Home to Wi-Fi

Get online in a few steps

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The Google Home app acts as a hub to control most of your smart devices, including light bulbs, thermostats, locks, doorbells, Chromecast, and Assistant smart speakers. Most of these also require the Google Home app to be set up and connected to Wi-Fi, especially when it comes to Google and Nest products, but also third-party ones like TP-Link and Sonoff.

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Android Auto vs. CarPlay: Which is better?

Should you keep an iPhone in your car?

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When it comes to in-car infotainment systems, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay have changed the user experience for drivers, making it more consistent across makes and models. Both offer an innovative and connected approach that's modeled after the way we use our smartphones, which spares us the trouble of becoming familiar with another interface. Android Auto works with all the best Android phones, just like Apple CarPlay does with most iPhones. Most importantly, they allow drivers to access their personal data and preferences no matter the vehicle they're in, without having to set their preferences from scratch every time they switch cars, which is particularly convenient when using a rental.

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How to charge the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 without a charger

Galaxy Watch 4 battery about to die? Top it up without a charger with this neat trick

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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is one of the best smartwatches on the market. As we pointed out in our review, it has a major shortcoming when it comes to charging. It doesn't officially support the Qi wireless charging standard and instead uses a WPC-based charging technology. Still, some people have charged it with a Qi wireless charger without the method being dependable. There's no guarantee it will work for you.

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How to share your location on Android

Your loved ones won't have to worry about where you are anymore

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Whether you're driving and want to share your live location with people or want your friends and family to know where you are all the time, Android phones provide an easy way to do that, permanently or for a limited time. The easiest way to share your location is by using Google Maps, at least if you're not doing it for a short time. There are other methods to consider, such as sending it in a message. Read on to find out which option is the best for your needs.

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How to set up and use Samsung DeX on your Galaxy phone or tablet

Turning your phone into an actual computer is easy

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Modern smartphones come with impressive computing power and can help you complete most of your daily tasks from the palm of your hand. However, sometimes, a phone's screen is a bit too small, and a desktop interface is more appropriate. Samsung provides most of its best devices with the DeX feature, which allows you to unleash the full power of your smartphone or tablet and turn it into an actual desktop computer by connecting it to an external monitor and accessories. Read on to learn more about DeX and how it can help your phone replace your computer.

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Best cheap true wireless earbuds in 2023

These exceptional earbuds won't break the bank while still delivering quality

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When it comes to true wireless earbuds, you've got an abundance of options — but the top picks don't often come cheap. Thankfully, many companies making the best wireless earbuds also have more affordable offerings, and some manufacturers focus solely on low-cost buds. You don't have to spend an arm and a leg these days to get decent audio quality and battery life — or even ANC.

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Best Samsung Galaxy S22 screen protectors in 2023

Keep your shiny S22 clean and shatter-free with a sturdy screen protector

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Despite being replaced by the all-new Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is still one of the best Android phones, thanks to its good performance and specs. To keep it safe, it's essential to use a good screen protector to avoid cracks and scratches. To help you with this, we've compiled a list of the best ones, making it easier for you to choose.

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Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell review: Great features, as long as you subscribe

Probably one of the best smart doorbells, if only most of its features weren’t behind a paywall

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A video doorbell is one of the best smart home devices you can invest in. Not only does it allow the convenience of checking on visitors even when you’re not home, but it also doubles as a security camera and provides insightful notifications when it senses motion, people, and even packages left at your door. Most of the doorbells on the market can also integrate with third-party providers to help you create automated routines for added convenience.

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Amazon makes some of the best smart speakers on the market. Its Echo lineup is powered by Alexa, which is often more responsive than Google Assistant and more complete when managing routines. This makes it a considerable option to control compatible smart home devices, especially if you don't have smart speakers at home yet.

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Part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle is looking after your dietary habits. Of course, snagging takeout frequently and snacking on the wrong kinds of foods won't do you any favors in the long term. But sometimes, we need to sharpen awareness of our current eating habits and some valuable points on where to begin developing a healthier diet. So we've created a list of some of the best Android apps that are easily accessible on your favorite Android phone to enable those healthier choices for your daily food intake and meal planning.

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The 7 things I hate most about Android Auto

Things shouldn’t be so hard when driving

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Android Auto offers an intuitive and familiar interface to make any car smarter without spending a fortune. It's even compatible with most Android devices, including our favorite budget phones. It saves you the trouble of buying extra hardware to enjoy a modern and connected in-car experience.

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