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How to clear your Android phone cache (and give it a serious speed boost)
Google released Android 16 back in June to Pixel devices and select OEMs, bringing performance improvements, new Material You changes, and more upgrades. If you want to try this update but are hesitant because you’ve noticed your Android phone or tablet already feels too sluggish, clearing app and browser caches can give it a fresh boost and free…
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Green line issue on phone screen: What is it, and how to fix it?
What is the green line issue on Android phones, and how do you fix the green line on your phone’s display? We explore these topics and more in this article. QUICK ANSWER The green line issue on phones is a hardware problem that cannot be fixed by software. The display of the affected phone needs to be replaced,…
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Do you use mobile data while connected to Wi-Fi? It’s complicated.
When it comes to smartphones, the common sentiment is that your Wi-Fi network will always take precedence over your mobile connection. In other words, those with data caps generally don’t have to worry about mobile data being consumed during lengthy Wi-Fi sessions. But is this always true? Generally, yes, but the situation is slightly more complicated…
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Here’s how to replace your smartphone’s battery
Is your smartphone’s battery draining faster than it used to back when you first unboxed it? Batteries — including rechargeable ones like those used in smartphones — chemically age over time. In other words, they degrade as you charge and discharge them over the course of a few years. Don’t despair, though — while modern cellphones don’t come…
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How to clear your Android phone cache (and why it greatly improves the performance)
Google rencently released Android 16 to Pixel devices and select OEMs, bringing performance improvements, new Material You changes, and more upgrades. If you want to try this update but are hesitant because you’ve noticed your Android phone or tablet already feels too sluggish, clearing app and browser caches can give it a fresh boost and free up some…
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Apple could soon fix Wi-Fi access woes across all your devices
One of the biggest hassles while traveling is the hunt for a decent internet connection, and then getting it to work across all your devices. The conundrum is now mainstream across hotels, lodges, and coffee shops — essentially all the establishments a person is supposed to spend a few hours of their day, but needs…
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How to share your home network info with a QR code
It happens whenever friends and family come over—they’ll want to connect to your Wi-Fi network, and even if you can remember the complex password, more often than not, they have to manually type it in. Talk about a pain. Wouldn’t it be nice if there was an easy, secure way to share your wireless network? Well,…
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5 Android settings you need to turn off right now because they’re a huge security risk
You can customize your Android phone any way you like, so why not make it as secure as possible? One of the main reasons that people choose an Android smartphone over an iOS one, is the ability to customize and adjust every aspect of their device. From personalizing themes and icons to modifying aspects of the software, Android provides…
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How to easily find your lost Android phone
What’s new with Google’s Find My Device network? Google has recently expanded its Find My Device network, allowing you to track your Android phone even when it’s powered off or offline. This works by securely leveraging nearby Android devices to locate your phone, creating a powerful crowd-sourced tracking system. This feature is rolling out to many…
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5 Easy Fixes To Improve Weak Cell Phone Signal
The modern world is more connected than ever before, so it’s critical to improve weak cell phone signal whether you’re in a building, on a road trip, or in your RV. If this is a problem for you. After all, cellular networks have firmly established mobile phones as the primary access point for communication and a whole…
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