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How to Use Google Maps Trip Planner (2024 Guide)
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It's always a good thing to plan your trip ahead, and while there are a few apps that can help you do so, one of them is Google Maps' trip planner. You can add places you want to visit, categorize and sort them to make traveling easier. You can also share them with your fellow travelers. Google's Trip Planner could make your travel a bit more efficient.
How to Stop Facebook Ads
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Meta has upped the advertising on Facebook and you might want to block adverts because they're super annoying. You could try disabling ad tracking but if that doesn't help, use uBlock origin extension on both Android and Chrome to block Facebook ads.
10 Best Free Streaming Apps You Can’t Miss
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Most streaming apps require a subscription fee, which you may not want to pay, but there's no shortage of free streaming apps in 2024. Some of the best free streaming apps in 2024 are Tubi, Pluto TV, Roku, Freevee, Popcornflix, and Kanopy.
How to Change Default Font Style in Microsoft Word
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Changing the default font on Microsoft Word to another is quite easy, and one can do it from the Fonts menu. All you need to do is right-click in the text section, go to fonts, choose a font, and click Set As Default to set it as default. Besides, you can change to different font styles from the options in the menu. If you want to change to a font that's not in Microsoft Word, proceed by first installing a custom font and then search for it in the Word font menu.
How to Use Google Lens on PC
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Google Lens is integrated with an extremely popular Google product we all use, i.e., Google Chrome. There are two ways to use it on PC using Chrome - By right-clicking on an image and using the search image with Google option or by opening a new tab and clicking the Lens icon. Google Lens on PC supports text selection and translation but misses out on Homework features.
Latest Pixel 9 Series Leak Reveals Everything Except Pricing
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Google revealed the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro Fold last week probably due to the fear of leaks and the hype dying down, and unsurprisingly, we now have our full look and all exclusive features of the Pixel 9 series. The leaks contain all promotional posters of the software, hardware, and info about free Gemini Advanced subscription for a year.
How to Use Do Not Disturb on Android
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Do Not Disturb silences all upcoming notifications and calls and gives you peace of mind. The feature can be enabled from Quick Settings and can be customized in the Sound & vibration option in Settings. It also lets you set call and message exceptions and schedule Do Not Disturb.
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus Will Be Powered by Dimensity 7350 Pro
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The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus promotional Flipkart teaser has confirmed MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro SoC and 12GB RAM. The phone is launching on 31 July and is aiming to be an improved version of the Nothing Phone (2a) which launched a few months ago. Besides, it doesn't look like the phone will have any improvements design-wise.
Google is preparing to add some India-specific features in its upcoming Google Maps update and one of them is to ensure you never miss a flyover. Other features include a Narrow Road prompt, EV charging station locations, and Ticket booking via ONDC.
How to Check and Delete YouTube Comment History
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To view and delete your YouTube comment history, you'll need to go to the You tab > Settings > Manage history and tap on the X icon to delete comments one after the other. On PC, you can go to the hamburger menu > History and click comments. There you can do the same and delete your YouTube comment history. There's unfortunately no way to bulk delete comments on phone or PC.
12 Best PS5 SSD You Can Buy in 2024
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PlayStation 5's 600GB internal storage may not be enough for more than 3-4 games. Thankfully, you can add a new SSD to your PS5 in the additional M.2 slot. Some of the best SSDs you can buy are Samsung 990 Pro, Corsair MP600 Pro LPX, PNY XLR8, and a few affordable options like the GM7000 and Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus.
10 Best Voice Recorders Apps for Android
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If you want to record your voice or someone else's on Android, you can easily do so using the built-in voice recorder that came with your device or by downloading a third party app from the Play Store. Some of the best voice recorders are Google Recorder, Dolby On, WaveEditor, Fossify Voice Recorder, Otter, AudioLaband more.
How to Do Hanging Indent on Google Docs
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Hanging indents allow you to bring more out of your writing. They can be used to enhance the readability, add a nice poetic touch to your, or add bullet points, or lists. The easiest way to use Hanging indent is by going to Format > Alignment and Indent > Indentation options > Hanging Indent.
How to Enable Dark Mode in Google Calendar
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There are a few ways to switch to Dark Mode in Google Calendar on Android and iOS. On Android, you can do it from system Settings or app settings. On iOS, you can do it from System settings. There's no dark mode for Google Calendar on PC but you can download the dark reader extension to switch to dark mode.
How to Quickly Find Screenshots in Google Photos
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Google Photos keeps your photos organized in folders and one of the folder categories is your device screenshots. Besides, Photos can automatically recognize potential screenshot images. Hence, if you're looking to find on-device screenshots or screenshots that were previously uploaded to Photos, here's how to quickly find Screenshots in Google Photos.
10 Best Android Auto Apps You Should Use in 2024
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There are a ton of Android Auto apps that you can use to make your life easier but finding the ones the make the most impact could be difficult. Here are a few apps like Spotify, YouTube Music, Waze, Police Scanner, and more that can enhance your Android Auto experience from top to bottom.
How to Scan QR Codes on Android
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Scanning QR codes is one of the fundamental things and Android has a few really easy ways to do it. They include using Google Lens, Lock screen shortcuts, and using a third-party app. Besides, you can also use your phone's pre-installed camera application if it supports scanning QR codes.
Google Gives Us an Official Look at Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro Fold
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Google has revealed its upcoming smartphones, the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro Fold in all their glory. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold has an eerily designed stacked camera module, resembling to the numerous renders which leaked earlier. The Pixel 9 series is expected to feature Tensor G4, a much bigger battery, and faster charging.
Nothing Phone (2a) is Getting a Plus Variant, Launch Date Revealed
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Nothing and posted an image on X with the text "Plus. More. Extra." and "Get ready for Phone (2a) Plus on 31 July". This means, the company is gearing up to launch an improved pr a bigger variant of the Nothing Phone (2a). We don't know much about the upcoming phone or its specifications.
How to Check Notification History on Android
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The Notification history feature lets you access notifications that you may have accidentally dismissed. It works on all devices with Android 12 or later and can be accessed by tapping the No notifications text in the Notification space or by going to Settings > Notifications.
How to Use Google Lens on Android and iPhone
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Google Lens is easily one of the best apps you can have on your Android or iOS smartphones for it's powerful and different use cases. There are many ways to access Google Lens on both Android and iOS, including from the Google app on iOS to the standalone app on Android, and from Google Photos and Google Chrome.
7 Best Workout Apps to Get Back in Shape
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Workout apps are a popular category on app stores. Some of the best free and paid workout apps you can download right now are Nike Training Club, Peloton, Map My Fitness, Caliber, Centr, iFIT, and 30 Days apps. The first three apps are completely free or have lots of free content, while the rest of the app except 30 Days are paid and meant for die-hard fitness enthusiasts.
How to View and Delete Google Lens History
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Google Lens is a great piece of software for visual search from your camera and gallery and comes in really handy to do homework and other things. However, all your searches using Lens may pile up over time and you might need to delete them for a clean up. You can do so by launching Lens, going to Lens history, and deleting your search history from the Google activity page. The process Is quite similar on PC and iOS.
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro Launched at Rs 3,299 in India
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OnePlus has launched a new budget truly wireless earbuds - Nord Buds 3 Pro. It comes with 49 dB of noise cancellation, 12.4 mm dynamic drivers, and 44 hours of listening time on a single charge. The earbuds cost Rs. 3,299 and will be available starting July 20.
Qualcomm Schedules ‘Snapdragon for India’ Event on July 30
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The Snapdragon for India event will be held in Delhi on July 30. The company has also said there will be two "Historic Announcements" during the event. One of them could be the official launch of Copilot+ PCs in India, while the other could be a 5G phone launch in partnership with Jio.
How to Update Google Chrome
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Updates can make and break things but if the recent update broke Chrome for you, chances are a new update that fixes the issues has probably already been pushed. Chrome can be updated on PC from settings. In Android and iOS, you'd need to update Chrome using the respective app stores.
Samsung Galaxy Ring FAQ: All Your Questions Answered
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The Galaxy Ring is Samsung's attempt at capturing a new category of fitness and wellness trackers. It costs $399. The Ring currently only works on Android, and if you have more questions about it's size, price, and functionality, we've got you covered in FAQ.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Z Flip 5: What’s New
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The jump from Z Flip 4 to Z Flip 5 was a significant one, but are the improvements from Z Flip 5 to Flip 6 just as significant? The answer is no. While the Z Flip 6 brings better primary camera, increased battery capacity, and processor, it also ditches the AMOLED cover screen for an IPS panel. Besides these changes, both devices are pretty much identical.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Vs Z Fold 5: What are the Differences?
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Samsung has launched the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 foldable devices in its latest Galaxy Unpacked event. While the Z Flip 6 brings considerable improvements over the Z Flip 5, the same cannot be said for the Z Fold 6 from Z Fold 5. Besides the fact that the Z Fold 6 has a better SoC and overall design, most other specifications remain the same.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 Unveiled for $1,099: Here’s What’s New
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Samsung has launched the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and it comes with vastly improved performance thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, an increased battery capacity and charging speed of 4,000 mAh and 45W, and a better primary 50 MP camera. The RAM has also been increased to 12 GB, and so has the price with the base variant of the Z Flip 6 now costing $1,099.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Launched at $1,899: Here’s Everything New
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The Z Fold 6 has been launched and if you're wondering about the improvements, it has a smaller form factor, a vastly improved Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and a faster charging speeds. Besides, most of the specifications are almost identical to the Galaxy Z Fold 5. The Z Fold 6 starts at $1,899, a $100 price increase from last year.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra Launched: All You Need to Know
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Samsung has launched the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra, its answer to the Apple Watch Ultra 2. It features a 1.5-inch Super AMOLED display protected by Sapphire Crystal, a large 590 mAh battery that can last for four days, and the new W1000 processor which is twice as fast and power-efficient as last-gen W930 SoC. The Watch 7 Ultra starts at $649.
Samsung Galaxy Ring Launched at $399: Here Are the Specifications
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Samsung has launched the Galaxy Ring during Samsung Unpacked. The Ring is build from Titanium and weighs around 2.3-3 grams. It comes in nine sizes from 5 to 13. The inner band houses an array of sensors including Heart Rate, SpO2, PPG, Sleep, and ECG. The Galaxy Ring works with Android devices, costs $399.
Google TV vs Roku: Which Is The Best Streaming Device?
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Google TV vs Roku is a hot debate but one platform does reign over the other overall. While Google TV offers extremely personalized recommendations and integrates tightly with the Google ecosystem, Roku catches up with its simple and easy to use user interface, lower price, apps and channel library, and reliability. Ultimately, Google TV comes out as a victory in the comparison.
How to Restart a Windows Computer (5 Ways)
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Restarting Windows is one of the fundamental things that you'll see yourself doing often. Some of the ways to restart your Windows PC is from the Start menu, using at least three different keyboard shortcuts, using the Command Prompt, by force restarting using the power button, and by creating a shortcut.
CMF Phone 1 Price Leaked Ahead of July 8 Launch!
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The pricing of the CMF Phone 1 has accidentally been leaked via a Flipkart advert on YouTube. First spotted by an X user, the CMF Phone 1 will retail for Rs 17,999, and the price comes down to Rs 14,999 probably after bank and exchange discounts. The first sale of the phone is on July 12 at 12 PM.
How to Block a Number on Android
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You may want to block a number on Android for many reasons. Perhaps spammers are troubling you or you may want to block a personal contact. Most Android devices use Google dialer and you can block on the same by long-pressing a number > tapping Block and report spam. If your default dialer app is different, we've got you covered with individual guides on different dialers as well.
8 Best Android Tablets in 2024: Which One to Buy?
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The Android Tablet market has been booming recently. From Samsung to Xiaomi, and OnePlus, some of the best Android tablets you can buy are the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, S9+, Xiaomi Pad 6, Xiaomi Pad SE, Lenovo Tab P12, and the Amazon Fire HD 10.
12 Best Smartwatches in 2024: The Only Guide You’ll Need
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If you're considering getting one for yourself, finding the best one in this giant market could be hard. To make it easy for you, the best smartwatch you can buy is the Apple Watch Ultra 2, followed by the best Android watch, the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. The best smartwatch for Android users is the Galaxy Watch 6, followed by more in the article.
8 Best Weather Apps for Android
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The built-in weather app on your Android device isn't much capable; however, there's no shortage of good third-party weather apps. Apps such as Windy.app, Weather Underground, and The Weather Channel provide deeper insights, whereas the rest can give you a quick glimpse at the forecast and conditions.
How to Delete Photos from Google Photos
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Google Photos makes it really convenient to delete photos you no longer need in a jiffy. With shortcuts such as slide to select photos, you can select multiple pictures at once to batch delete them and move to the bin. Photos that you delete are not permanently lost but are stored in the Bin where they stay for 60 days before getting deleted forever. You can restore photos from the Trash by tapping the photos and tapping Restore.
Samsung Unveils New 3nm Exynos W1000; Likely Powers Galaxy Watch 7
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Samsung has announced the Exynos W1000, a new 3nm chip for wearables. This chip promises significant improvements over the previous generation, including faster app launches, better overall performance, and potentially much longer battery life for the upcoming Galaxy Watch 7.