The arbitrary wording makes it seem like Google Bookmarks is the online extension of Chrome Bookmarks. But in reality, that is not the case. Yeah, even I fell for it the first time. Both Google Bookmarks and Chrome Bookmarks can work using a single Google Account, and the differences between them are quite stark. Let’s understand those differences so that you have a clearer idea of what to expect when using both....

Google Drive isn’t exactly clear about what counts and what doesn’t. Hence, the following breakdown of items should help you figure out how to manage your storage. And for those of you who are looking for ways to tone down on storage, you’ll also find detailed pointers for accomplishing that. What Counts Toward Google Drive Similar to other cloud services, Google Drive uses up your storage quota for most uploads that you perform directly....

Contrary to what other dedicated messaging apps like WhatsApp and iMessage offer, Google Hangouts positions itself as more than just messaging. In fact, the app is intended to be a client to the Hangouts Google service, and Google has already declared that it is intended to replace GTalk (its popular chatting service) in Android devices. Of course, Gmail chat will remain around, but with this iOS app and the Hangouts Chrome browser extension that Google has released, it is clear that their intention is to have Hangouts be the end-all communications hub for Google users....

Android Testing Menu is present since the Gingerbread era and the method of accessing it has also remained the same. The only changes were the addition of few more settings with the introduction of ICS. The menu is divided into four main sections as shown in the image above. Note: This menu contains some settings which may change the functioning of your phone and incorrectly configuring them might subject you to network, Wi-Fi or some other problems....

Advancement in the fabrication process and technological developments necessitated requirement of new protocols and connections which could keep up the blazing fast speed of the new SSDs. Earlier, SSDs used the same SATA port connector and the same AHCI protocol as the HDDs. Though both of these had limits, mainly limiting the transfer speeds. If you did not understand anything in the previous sentence, don’t worry I will go through some basics too to help you catch up....

Well, that is until now. Desktop Curtain is a new Mac utility app that takes this focus mode one step further. It places a virtual curtain right over your desktop and you get to control how much that curtain covers. Whether you just want to focus in on your current window or completely shield files and applications from onlookers, this app is a small but useful one to have....

You can use the Notes app or a dedicated shortcut to access the clipboard contents on your iPhone. However, you should know that you can only copy and paste one thing at a time. But if you stick to the end, we’ll also show you how you can access multiple items on a clipboard using a third-party app. So, let’s start with the basics. Where is the Clipboard on iPhone If you often find yourself asking ‘Why do I come across phrases like ‘copy to clipboard’ but don’t see an option to open the damn clipboard?...

Though I have my sheets named according to relevance, I get confused at times among similar kinds of sheets. So, I attach background pictures (in the context of data) to such sheets which in turn help me recognize them easily. Here’s how to do that. Step 1: On the selected Excel sheet navigate to Page Layout and click on Background. That’s all you need to do. And thenceforth your work sheet will have a beautiful background picture to match the theme of your data or to help to easily recognize different sheets....

run certain applications automatically (like a web server or some mailing and messenger clients ). But as these startup applications initiate simultaneously when Windows starts, the computer can become completely unresponsive when there are too many apps in the list. I am sure you Windows users know what I am talking about. Generally when a program installs, it automatically adds itself to the Windows startup if required. But there might be a number of instances where you will have to add or remove these programs manually....

Word is versatile and allows you to add citations in many widely popular formats like APA, MLA, Chicago-Style, GOST, IEEE, and ISO. The steps are easy, and the process is streamlined. We are subscribed to Microsoft 365 plan and would be using Microsoft Word installed on Windows 10. However, the steps should be quite similar for other versions of Word available too. Let’s begin. How to Add, Find, and Edit Citations to Word Let us begin with adding and editing citations in Word....

I find advertisements very annoying and I’m sure you can also resonate with me on that thought. If you do, then here I have figured out a number of ways in which you can get some respite from advertisements while using your mobile. I said some respite because as we are finding out newer ways to bypass advertisements, companies and advertisers are making things tougher for all by forcing them on to us....

Navigations apps use your device’s GPS services to figure out which direction you’re going in. Over time, however, your GPS might get uncalibrated and can end up showing the wrong directional data. In this case, you will need to calibrate your GPS services, which will in turn calibrate Google Maps. Let’s check out all the ways to do it on Android and iOS. Note: Ensure your device’s location services are turned on before proceeding....

I’m going to talk about a nifty workaround that will let you switch the default iPhone backup location, either to an external storage drive or to another internal directory on your Mac. So tighten your seat belts, and let’s get started. Changing iPhone Backup Location on Mac Starting macOS Catalina, it’s the Finder app and not iTunes that backs up your iPhone to the Mac via USB or Wi-Fi. Backups are stored in a hidden location of your user profile, specifically inside a folder labeled Backup, which in turn is located within another folder named MobileSync....

In this post, we will talk about how to check normal call duration and WhatsApp call duration on iPhone and Android. After all, many users are now relying on WhatsApp and Telegram to make calls over the internet. Check Call Duration on Google Phone App on Android Most Android-based phone makers bundle Google’s default Phone app. That includes OnePlus, Realme, Vivo, Xiaomi, Nokia, TCL, and others. Understandably, Google’s Pixel devices also uses the Google Phone app....

Now, you may wonder why you want to clear cookies and cache for one specific website. Sometimes, a website may load incorrectly due to corrupted or outdated data stored in your browser’s temporary files. By clearing the cache and cookies for that particular website, you can get rid of corrupted or outdated data and improve its loading speed and functionality. Before we begin the steps, let’s understand what happens when you clear cookies and cache in Chrome....

However, it might not be in your best interest to have specific activities displayed either while performing a search or as updates on the Google app feed. Moreover, if you share your iOS device with someone else, things can get quite tricky, especially when it comes to an activity of a private nature. To stop that from happening, you need to clear your browsing history. However, it can be a bit confusing to do so, especially since the app stores your activity both locally and online....

But this feature also had its share of drawbacks. For one, Instagram automatically crops an image to a square, irrespective the of the original resolution. Why the New Album Update Matters However, with the August update, Instagram has addressed this issue. Now you can upload pictures both in portrait mode and landscape mode to an album. The main benefit of this new feature is that edges of your pictures won’t be shaved away, thus letting your followers view a picture in all its glory....

Hence, if you own an Asus Router (like the Asus RT-AC68U) which is capable of handling multiple WAN connections (aka Dual-WAN routers), it’s best to configure the load balancer mode. The advantages of load balancing on routers are many. For one, the load is evenly distributed, thus making it easier to route Internet traffic optimally across the connected devices. Secondly, even if a single connection goes down, the load balancing prevents a complete shutdown by rerouting the traffic....

Sadly, the process of connecting the Galaxy Buds to the Galaxy Watch isn’t quite a straightforward process. It needs a few workarounds, especially if your Buds have been paired to a phone previously. But rest assured that it’s not impossible. In this post, we will show you how to pair the Galaxy Buds to Galaxy Watch. Let’s begin! Pair the Galaxy Buds to Galaxy Watch Step 1: If you’ve taken the Buds just out of the box and they haven’t been paired before, start by opening the case to push them to the pairing mode....

photos being uploaded every day, Facebook has become one of the most popular destinations for sharing photo albums online. Sharing your pictures with those who have a Facebook profile is easy but how does one share them with someone who doesn’t own a Facebook account? Luckily, Facebook provides a way to get a public link for your photos or an entire photo album. Through this link, you can share the album with just about anyone online....