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20 Tips to Improve Apple Watch Battery Life
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There are several ways to improve your Apple Watch battery life. Check out these 20 tips to save and extend the battery on your Apple watch. Whether you're looking for ways to maintain battery health on your Apple Watch in the long run or want to make your Apple Watch last a little longer, these tips will surely come in handy.

OnePlus Watch 2R vs Watch 2: What’s the Difference?
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The OnePlus Watch 2R has launched for Rs 17,999 in the Indian market, making it Rs 7,000 cheaper than the OnePlus Watch 2. However, it renders the Watch 2 pointless in the subcontinent, since it arrives with the same health sensors, OS and processor. The only difference lies in the design, where the Watch 2R shines as well due to its chronographic dial. However, the Watch 2 sports a more superior build quality, thanks to being made out of stainless steel and undergoing military-grade testing.

OnePlus Nord 4 vs IQOO Neo 9 Pro: Best Mid-range Phone?
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In this comparison, we will put the newly launched OnePlus Nord 4 which comes with a refreshing metal design and a compact form factor against the IQOO Neo 9 Pro which offers exceptional performance. Both these midrange devices bring something unique to the table but which one is right for you? We will answer it in this read.

OnePlus Nord 4 vs Realme GT 6T: Which Should You Buy?
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The newly launched OnePlus Nord 4 certainly seems like a better option over the Realme GT 6T. That's just not because of the superior all-metal design, but better performing cameras and an impressive 6 years of software updates. The display of the Realme GT 6T is its only worth-it redeeming quality which, if you want an entertainment-centric phone, will make more sense. For the most part, the Nord 4 is the more versatile device.

OnePlus Nord 4 vs Motorola Edge 50 Pro: Mid-Range Battle Winner?
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If you're in the market for a smartphone under Rs 30,000, the Nord 4 is definitely the practical choice. From a better display to a significantly superior processor, it's a very versatile device. However, if you're looking for a cleaner software experience and slightly better cameras, Moto Edge 50 Pro is the way to go. Both are good phones, aimed at two different userbases.

How to Flush DNS Cache on Mac
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A DNS cache is a memory on your device's OS that stores information about all the previous requests made to the DNS server from your device. You can clear the DNS cache on Mac using Terminal. Use Spotlight to search for Terminal and then enter the command "sudo dscacheutil -flushcache; sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder". You need to enter different commands to flush the DNS cache on older macOS versions.

8 Best Wireless Earbuds in 2024
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In this read, we have listed down the best wireless earbuds in different categories, ranging from the best for sound, noise cancellation, Android, iOS, midrange and budget. This will help you decide which earbuds you should go for depending on your preferences.

Best iPad Deals in August 2024: Get up to $200 Discount
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Now that the 2024 iPad Pro M4 and iPad Air M2 have hit the markets, you can spot some amazing deals on the previous iPad models. Also, you can get your hands on some once-in-a-while deals on the latest iPad models. At the moment, retailers like Amazon and Best Buy offer some great discounts on iPads this summer. Read on to know the best deals on iPads available at the moment.

Best Macs for Video Editing in 2024
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Right from the portable MacBooks to the powerful Macs, you can choose from a dozen of video editing Apple computers. The 16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Pro/ M3 Max is the best MacBook for editing videos. The M2 Pro Mac mini is the most portable option, and the iMac M3 is the best Mac for video editing on a budget. If you're a pro-grade user or a studio-quality editor, you can go for the Apple Mac Studio or the most expensive Apple Mac Pro.

How to Lock an Apple Watch
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The best way to lock an Apple Watch is to enable Wrist Detection on your smartwatch. For this, go to Settings -> Passcode and turn on Wrist Detection. To lock your Apple Watch manually, disable Wrist Detection, set an Apple Watch passcode, and tap on the lock icon from the Control Center. You can choose to lock your Apple Watch while swimming, having a shower, or going for water sports.

How to Find Out Which Apple Watch You Have
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To check which Apple Watch you have, you can check the engraving on the back of your smartwatch or find out your Apple Watch model number from the Settings app. Once you have the unique model number, use the tables to find out exactly which Apple Watch version you own.

How to Turn On Dark Mode on iPhone and iPad
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Dark Mode offers a more comfortable viewing experience in low-light conditions. To enable Dark Mode in Settings on an iPhone, go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Dark Mode. You can also go to Control Center, long-press the Brightness slider, and choose Dark Mode. Finally, you can ask Siri to turn on or off Dark Mode on iOS.

How to Connect PS4 Controller to iPhone or Android (2024)
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If you want to connect your PS4 controller to an Android or iOS device, simply long-press the Share and Home buttons on the controller. That will make controller enter pairing mode, thereby appearing on your phone's Bluetooth devices panel. Here, on Android, you will find it listed as "Wireless Controller", while on an iPhone, it shows up as "DUALSHOCK 4 Wireless Controller".

How to Find Your Lost AirPods Case
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You must enable Find My on your paired Apple device to track your lost AirPods. If your AirPods case has at least one earbud inside it, you can use the Find My app or iCloud to find your lost AirPods case. If you own an AirPods Pro 2 model, you can easily find an AirPods case without earbuds in it. In case you can't find the AirPods case, you can buy a replacement case from Apple.

How to Check Apple Watch Battery Health and Usage
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Just like an iPhone, an Apple Watch has a dedicated menu that shows battery information like battery health and usage. To check Apple Watch Battery Heath, go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health. While you can't see apps consuming the most battery, you can go to Settings > Battery to see a breakdown of your Apple Watch's battery usage.

CMF Phone 1 FAQ: Here Are All Your Questions Answered
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In this read, we have listed down all the questions surrounding the CMF Phone 1, including its design, specifications, software, accessories, pricing and availability. So you won't have any doubts about the phone and know everything there is to know about it.

Apple Watch Series 10: Everything We Know So Far
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Apple Watch Series 10 could arrive with a larger display and a thinner design. According to several rumors, Apple Watch Series 10 might come in 45mm and 49mm size options, complemented with a thinner design. We might get to see advanced health features like Blood pressure monitoring and Sleep Apnea detection. Also, the Apple Watch Series 10 might deliver an improved battery life than the previous models.

AirPods Max 2: All the Rumors and Leaks so Far
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Apple might launch the new AirPods Max 2 with USB-C, new color options, and touch controls. According to several rumors, AirPods Max might miss out on Adaptive Audio features due to the presence of the older H1 chipset. Apple AirPods Max are expected to arrive in late 2024 and boast a similar price tag as the original AirPods Max.

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.

How to Change Passcode on iPhone (2024)
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To avoid unauthorized access, it's a smart idea to regularly change the password on your iPhone. For this, go to Settings -> Face ID & Passcode -> Change Passcode and enter your current password. On the Change Passcode screen, tap on Passcode Options to view options for creating a new password for your iPhone. You can choose from 4-digit Numeric Code, 6-digit Numeric Code, Custom Numeric Code, and Custom Alphanumeric Code.

Nothing Open-Sources CMF Phone 1’s Back Cover for 3D Printing & I’m Excited
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CMF by Nothing has officially released the newly launched CMF Phone 1's official documentation. This documentation also showcases the renders of the back panel and screws alongside the accessory point. They have released a .stl file of the rear panel for 3D printing enthusiasts to make something out of it as well.

5 Best Ways to Transfer Photos from iPhone to PC
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Looking for ways to transfer photos from your iPhone to a PC? Here are the 5 best ways to do so easily and quickly, including iCloud, USB connection, a third-party tool called TenorShare iCareFone, and more.

How to Bypass BitLocker Recovery Key on Windows 11
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While BitLocker encryption is a good solution from the point of security and data protection, it can also lead to data loss if you don't have the recovery key. So in this article, I have added a few methods on how to bypass the BitLocker recovery key on Windows 11. You can find the recovery key in your Microsoft account or locate the recovery key on other drives or external storage.

How to Enable Auto Dark Mode in Google Chrome (2024 Guide)
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Google Chrome's in-built Appearance setting doesn't apply dark theme across all web pages, since quite a few don't support them. To force dark mode on web content like these, input chrome://flags/#enable-force-dark in the address bar and enable the Auto Dark Mode for Web Contents Chrome Flag. Else, you can also give the Dark Mode Everywhere Chrome Extension a try and do the same thing.

What Is Optimized Battery Charging on iPhones? Explained
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With iOS 13 and later, Apple introduced a thoughtful feature, Optimized Battery Charging that's designed to avoid overstressing the battery and delay battery ageing. Your iPhone uses on-device machine learning to learn your charging habits and routine. The Optimized Battery Charging feature is enabled by default and activated only when your iPhone predicts that it will be connected to a charger for a long time.

10 Best Mac Games You Should Play in 2024
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Thanks to the introduction of the M-series chipset and the latest macOS, Macs have become more capable than ever at running games. Right from blockbuster role-playing games to sci-fi classics, there are a lot of games you can play on your Mac. Read on to find the 10 best Mac games that should be on your radar in 2024.

How to Connect PS5 Controller to iPhone or Android Phone
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To connect PS5 controller to your phone, simply enter pairing mode on the PS5 controller by long pressing the Share and Home buttons. A blue light will rapidly start blinking on your controller, after which you will see it listed in your device's Bluetooth devices panel as "DualSense Wireless Controller". From here, tap on it and that should connect your phone to it. When connected to an Android device, the PS5 controller emits a blue light. Meanwhile, it emits a red light when connected to an iPhone.

How to Customize AirPods on iPhone (2024)
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Apple offers a Headphone Accommodations feature that lets you customize AirPods on an iPhone for a more enjoyable experience. To customize AirPods on your iPhone, go to Settings -> Accessibility -> Audio & Visual -> Headphone Accommodations, then turn on the Headphone Accommodations toggle and adjust the options. You can also customise Transparency mode and build a more personalised sound profile with the Custom Audio Setup option.

How to Disable BitLocker in Windows 11 and 10
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If you wish to disable BitLocker encryption on your Windows 11 or 10 PC, you can do so from the Control Panel or Windows Settings. Apart from that, by using the "manage-bde" command in CMD or PowerShell, you can also turn off BitLocker. Go through our article to find detailed instructions.

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.

CMF Phone 1 Misses out on the One Trick That Swayed Nothing Users
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In this read, we have discuss that the new CMF Phone 1 features a customizable back design letting you to change between different back panels. But with the official release of the phone, the company missed the opportunity of releasing a transparent back for the phone as it would help showcase the phone's inner workings, offer a unique aesthetic, and provide a subtle alternative to the current color options.

CMF Phone 1 Is Customizable and Fun, but at What Cost (Literally)
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The CMF Phone 1 is here and brings a customizable back panel to the table. That's not just it, and the modular dial on the device also doubles down as a lanyard, card holder and phone stand. Apart from the CMF Phone 1's default Black color out of the box, you can grab three other panels for Rs 1,499 each. As for the accessories, each of them cost Rs 749. Ultimately, considering all of this, you can't customize the Phone 1 for free.

CMF Phone 1 Review: Well-Designed or Over-Engineered?
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Nothing's sub brand CMF has ventured into creating their own smartphone, featuring removeable back covers, a modular dial at the bottom, fun accessories to go along with it, pure and clean Nothing OS and a pocket friendly price tag. But is it enough to make you consider this phone. Learn the complete ins and out and our opinion on the device in this review of the CMF Phone 1.

CMF Watch Pro 2 Review: Second Time’s the Charm?
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In the market for a smartwatch under Rs 5,000? The CMF Watch Pro 2 has just launched in that very segment, and it's as near-perfect as it can get. From a stunning 60Hz AMOLED display to a great UI and an amazing companion app, it has a lot going for it. The cherry on top are the health-centric features that it brings along. There are 120 Sports Modes to make use of, along with accurate sensors for reliable tracking. Find the detailed review right here!

CMF Buds Pro 2 Review: Dials Up the Bass, Not the Sound
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CMF Buds Pro 2 are the successor to the CMF Buds Pro that came out last year and feature improvements with support for LDAC codec, 50 dB of noise cancelling, a unique design for the case and a rotatable dial on it. But they also get a bump in price and in this review, we will be discuss whether the new features are impressive enough to justify the price increase.

List of All CMF Phone 1 Accessories
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CMF Phone 1 is here and the company has also released a bunch of accessories to go along with it. These accessories include the card case, lanyard cable, the phone stand and the interchangeable phone cases. All of them utilise the circular dial at the bottom of the phone adding modularity to this budget centric device.

How to Open and Change CMF Phone 1 Back Cover
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The newly launched CMF Phone 1 allows you to customize the back cover and slap on a different color panel! The phone comes with a Black color panel out of the box, and you will need to purchase the Orange, Light Green, and Blue back panel bundles separately. Using a screwdriver, you can easily take out the screws holding the back panel. Then, take off the dial and the SIM tray, after which you will have to yank the panel open from the bottom and slap the new one on.

CMF Phone 1 vs Realme P1: The Better Value-For-Money Phone?
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The CMF Phone 1 is finally here we pitted it against the Realme P1. Upon comparing the two phones, we realized that the Realme P1 is the more ideal choice if you're looking for a more value-for-money device. From a more practical design to commendable box contents and perks like a 3.5mm headphone jack, the Realme P1 is the more versatile device. Meanwhile, the CMF Phone 1 is the more ideal choice if you favor software experience over everything else.

CMF Phone 1 vs POCO X6: Who Wins This Budget Battle
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The CMF Phone 1 is here and it's 8GB/128GB variant priced at Rs 17,999 makes it battle it out with the POCO X6's 8GB/256GB variant which costs Rs 1,000 extra. For that extra money, you get a better display, slightly better cameras, a more snug design, a 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speakers, and faster charging. On top of that, unlike the CMF Phone 1, the POCO X6 offers everything right in the box, from a fast charger and SIM ejector to a good quality silicone case.

Download the New CMF Phone 1 Official Wallpapers Here
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The CMF Phone 1 comes with some new additions, including a set of four new wallpapers whose design features the round dial at the back of the phone. In this post, we have included a download links to get these wallpapers on your device so you don't have to wait for the Nothing OS 2.6 update or have to buy the CMF Phone 1.