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We have thoroughly benchmarked the Snapdragon X Elite processor on a variety of tests including Geekbench, Cinebench, 3DMark, Speedometer, and more. While the performance is top-notch, it draws more power than Apple M-series chipsets. But it's still much better than x86 processors when it comes to delivering performance at lower power. Go through our article to find all the benchmark numbers.
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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.
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.
You can use the Text Replacement feature to type the Apple Logo on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. On your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Text Replacement and tap on the Plus icon. Then, paste the Apple Logo in the Phrase field and create a custom shortcut. Now, open a text field, type your shortcut, and hit the Space key to insert the Apple logo. On Macs, you can use the Option + Shift + K keyboard shortcut to type an Apple icon.
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.
AirDrop uses Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to identify nearby Apple devices and transfer items between them. You can turn on AirDrop on an iPhone or iPad in the Control Center or the Settings app. For Macs, you can turn on AirDrop in Control Center, System Settings, or Finder.
If your AirPods aren't connecting to your iPhone, you can reconnect your AirPods, clean any build-up, and check your AirPods battery. Also, make sure your iPhone is up to date and you've selected your AirPods as audio output. You can also check for firmware updates or reset your AirPods to fix connectivity issues.
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4K Downloader Plus is a tool for downloading videos from various platforms, including YouTube, Vimeo, and Facebook, in high quality up to 8K resolution. It features an in-app browser, automatic downloads for new videos in subscribed channels, and a dedicated Android app. It allows for bulk downloading of playlists and saves user preferences.
There are several ways to stop sharing your location without anyone knowing. You can use iMessage or the Find My app to stop sharing location with a specific contact. The Find My app also lets you stop sharing location with all contacts at once. If you don't mind, you can also disable Location Services or turn on Airplane mode to stop location sharing without sending notifications.
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.
Anshuman Jain
Logging out of your Netflix account on a smart TV might feel like a daunting task since you have to use the remote to navigate the app, but it is pretty easy to do so if you know where to look. The sign out option is available from Get Help menu in the Netflix app on Android, Google and Tizen OS TVs, while you can find it within settings on Apple TV.
An iPhone doesn't have a visible clipboard that keeps a record of the contents you've copied. So, you won't see or edit the clipboard contents by default, but you can access and paste the last item you copied. The easiest way to access and use a clipboard on an iPhone is to paste the contents into an app's text field. You can also use the Shortcuts app to view the clipboard contents on your iPhone.
In this guide, we have provided two ways that can help you backup Google Messages. You can turn on Google's automatic backup from the settings app on your Android phone or you can use the third party app called Backup & Restore. This will help you backup messages and call logs for free. You can even create a local backup using the app.
An orange dot in the iPhone status bar or Dynamic Island means an app is currently using the microphone on your device. A green dot in the iPhone status bar or Dynamic Island means an app is actively using the camera on your device. If you want to know which apps are using your camera and microphone, open the Control Center and check the top section. If an app is using a camera or microphone unnecessarily, you must go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone/Camera and disable the access.
There are several ways to capture screenshots on a Mac. First, Shift + Command + 3 is the Mac screenshot shortcut to capture the entire screen. Second, if you want to capture a portion of the screen, use the Shift + Command + 4 Mac screenshot shortcut. Third, you can use the Shift + Command + 4 + Space bar keys to capture a window or menu on your Mac. Besides, you can press the Shift + Command + 5 keyboard shortcut to take a Screenshot on Mac Using Screen Capture Window.
How to Fix “There Was an Error Connecting to the Apple ID Server” [2024 Guide]
Kanika Gogia
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A poor internet connection is one of the most common reasons why you see “There was an error connecting to the Apple ID server”. If your iPhone can't connect to the Apple ID server, you must check your internet connection, turn off VPN, set the date & time to automatically, check the Apple ID server status, or restart your device. If nothing works, you can reset the network settings on your iPhone.
Both Spotify and Apple Music don't have the native functionality of allowing you to transfer playlists. So, if you're planning on doing so, you will need to take the help of a third-party tool like Tune My Music. To use the service, simply head over to the website via your desired browser, sign in to both the services, select the playlists and tracks you want to transfer and do so at one go.
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.
The Google Messages app allows customization of chat bubble colors, although it's limited to individual conversations. This feature is only available for RCS chats. The web version of Google Messages doesn't support bubble color changes, but offers theme changes for readability.
To disable Emergency SOS shortcuts on an iPhone, go to Settings > Emergency SOS and turn off the Call with Hold and Release and Call with 5 Button Presses options. If you've got an iPhone 14 or later, you can also choose to turn on/off the Call After Serious Crash option. When you disable these shortcuts, you can launch Emergency SOS through the power-off screen.
Amazon Prime Day Sale brings some amazing Apple deals that can help you save some serious cash. You can grab some tempting offers on your favorite iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks. Check out the best Amazon Prime Day Apple deals.
With the Amazon Prime Day sale upon us, we have curated this list containing a some of the best deals available for Smart TVs that will go live during the sale. We have included offers and discounts from different popular brands and across various screen size so you can pick the one whichever fits your wall and budget.
If you have been saving up to get a great gaming laptop, the ongoing Amazon Prime Day Sale is definitely your destination. From entry-level to mid-range ones and even high-end gaming laptops, there are some impressive discounts to grab. We have handpicked the best ones to make things easier for you. See the complete list here!
In this read, we have compiled a list of the best deals available for truly wireless earbuds on Amazon Prime Day 2024, ranging from cheap and inexpensive to Premium options. You are sure to find something here that fits your budget.
The Amazon Prime Day Sale has started and will go on till July 21. The sale brings a bunch of impressive discounts on phone and we have handpicked the best ones for you to get your hands on. You will find the complete list of deals right here!
To enhance performance on Windows 11 and 10, I strongly recommend users to prevent apps from launching on startup. It can significantly improve the boot time and make your PC fast and usable. On both Windows 11 and 10, you can disable startup apps from the Task Manager and Windows Settings.
iPhone Mirroring is Already My Favourite New Apple Feature
Akshay Gangwar
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.
Whether you want to delete an embarrassing tweet or just purge your X account completely, you can do so using the methods discussed in this read. We have discussed how you can delete individual tweets on mobile app and website as well as mentioned a third party app to delete your complete post history from the platform.
ChatGPT shows an 'Error in Moderation' and refuses to generate a response when the AI model thinks that your prompt is sensitive and might be used to generate harmful content. In such a scenario, it's recommended to tweak your prompt in such a way that it's not flagged by the AI model. Apart from that, you can re-login on ChatGPT to see if the problem has been fixed or not.
Apple offers a slew of MacBooks across a wide range of prices. MacBook Air is perfect for students and professionals with basic needs as it can easily manage everyday tasks due to its portability, affordability, and decent performance. The MacBook Pro lineup has brighter displays, more RAM/storage, and stronger M3 Pro/Max chips, thus making it better for creative professionals. Read along as we help you decide which MacBook is the best pick for you.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Sagnik Das Gupta
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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.
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.
In this read, we have listed down the best wireless earbuds in different categories, ranging from the best for sound, noise cancellation, compatibility, midrange, and budget. This will help you decide which earbuds you should go for depending on your preferences.