The Google Contacts app comes preinstalled on stock Android phones. But it can be installed on phones running custom Android skin too. If you are a new user or you have been using it for a while now, the tips mentioned here will ease your process of using the app. Let’s check the cool features of the Google Contacts app. Download Google Contacts App 1. Switch Between Accounts The typical way to switch between accounts in the Google Contacts app is to tap on the profile picture icon at the top and then select the account....

Yes, you heard it right. YouTube has a plan called YouTube Premium, and if you’d ask us, it is one of the best purchases we’ve made. In this article, we want to show you some of the best YouTube Premium features in 2023 to help you make the purchase decision. The premium version of YouTube offers so much more than just getting rid of the ads. Let’s show you the thirteen best YouTube Premium features....

But, fret not. If you’re wondering why your iMessage says “waiting for activation”, you’re at the right place. This piece not only addresses why is your iMessage not activating but also delves into ways to fix the iMessage activation error. Let’s understand the reasons behind the error first. Why Won’t My iMessage Activate on My iPhone If you’re just setting up your brand-new iPhone or resetting your old device after a major update, you may encounter issues initiating iMessage....

That’s where these 2 Chrome extensions we’ll be looking at come into play. Email Dictation is capable of reading your emails out to you while SpeakIt! transcribes your speech. By working these 2 apps into your routine, you don’t necessarily have to be locked into either reading or writing emails, allowing you to direct some of your attention elsewhere. 1. Email Dictation Email Dictation uses Google Chrome’s built-in speech recognition engine in order to convert your speech into text within Gmail....

Previously, due to the high external storage cost, both on physical drives and the cloud was one of the major reasons users were reluctant to create a backup. But not anymore. Prices of storage solutions have come down drastically and to save even more, we will be sharing 3 completely free ways to create the backup for your Windows 10 PC. These tools will cover every possible aspect you are looking for creating the Windows 10 Backup....

Samsung Note 10.1 , which was otherwise pretty cool, kept troubling me with app sorting. If you have used TouchWiz you might have noticed that there is no way a user can arrange the apps in any order automatically. Also, as old programs are uninstalled, gaps are created in the app drawer which are not filled up unless a new app is installed. That was enough for me to look into some alternatives available on the Play Store....

on the powerful Android smartphone I own today . Apart from using its smartness to ease my everyday tasks, I want to make sure it looks presentable. I always want my phone to stand out among the crowd and that’s what makes me use custom vibration patterns, exclusive fonts, etc. However, today I realized that I never talked about one of the most basic things about customizing the phone: Wallpapers....

Here are three tools to make sure that you have a good idea of who’s on your wireless network, and whether or not you have to watch your back. 1. Nirsoft Wireless Network Watcher Nirsoft’s Wireless Network Watcher is the Marauder’s Map of wireless networks. It allows you to keep an eye on every computer and device that’s logged on to your network. It will display the IP and MAC address of each device, the company that manufactured the network card, and the optional computer name....

So let’s see how to launch the Android’s camera relatively faster than the conventional method. You might know about some of these tricks, but we often forget them when the time calls. The last one is especially cool though, something you probably don’t know about. Add Camera as a Widget to Lockscreen Android 4.2’s (and above) lockscreen comes with the option of adding different widgets to it. You can swipe right and left to add a widget on the screen that would allow you to quickly access the app directly, without the need to unlock the phone....

Before you do anything, try restarting your computer. If the virtual assistant still pops up when you turn your PC back on, try the following fixes. 1. Disable Cortana’s Wake Word By default, Cortana is configured to always listen the ‘Hey Cortana’ wake word. Saying the wake word or something related triggers the digital assistant. If you find that Cortana keeps popping up on your Windows 10 PC when you or other people mutter random words and phrases, you should disable the ‘Hey Cortana’ wake word....

The role of an administrator provides a user with special privileges such as installing software, updating the PC’s security policies, and troubleshooting the PC. When you install Windows or get a system with pre-installed, one administrator account is active by default. To make a different user an administrator on Windows 11, here are the different ways you can go about it. How to Make a User an Administrator Using Settings on Windows 11 When it comes to changing the configurations of your Windows PC, the first place to start is the Settings menu....

First, confirm that your keyboard is functioning properly. Try pressing other keys and observe if the keyboard is responsive. Also, ensure that the cables are well-attached. Confirm if all other external peripherals are in good working condition. Try these fixes if everything else is okay and the function keys are still not working. 1. Uninstall, Reinstall, and Update Keyboard Drivers A corrupt driver or missed update can affect the responsiveness of the functions key....

While you could get just about any monitor for the M2 Mini, it’s best to pair the machine with a pixel-dense, 4K display. And, seeing how we’ve done the research for you, all you need to do is sift through the options and pick one that fits your bill. Before we get into that, you might want to check out the following articles too- Tired of waiting for your MacBook M2 Air to charge?...

Over the two years, Gboard has emerged as one of the finest keyboard apps for Android. However, not everyone likes the app. That’s exactly why we’ve come up with some fine alternatives. Read on. 1. SwiftKey SwiftKey can be considered as the best alternative to Gboard, if you’re willing to let go of the built-in Google Search. Similar to the Gboard app, SwiftKey uses Artificial Intelligence to learn your writing style and eventually adapts and predicts next words....

Energy efficiency power strips do not mean power accessories with energy monitoring features. Sure, you can view how much energy you have saved/spent, but that’s about it. On the other hand, you can enjoy finer control over energy consumption with the smart power strips. With features such as schedule, sleep, and timer, you can control the times when the devices switch on. Besides that, some power strips come with nifty stand-by features....

A good vibration response on your Android phone’s keyboard can add a lot while replying to messages or composing your emails. But if you cannot enjoy this feature, here are the best fixes for when your Android keyboard’s Haptic Feedback is not working. 1. Check Your Keyboard Preferences The first solution to fix haptic feedback not working on your Android keyboard is checking its Preferences, especially if Haptic Feedback for keypress has been enabled or not....

For now, there are four smartphones in the iPhone 13 series: iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 iPhone 13 Pro and lastly, iPhone 13 Pro Max Interestingly, while these phones differ by size (and, at times, camera), they have almost the same charging speed. All the iPhone 13 series phones max out at 20W on wired charging and 15W via MagSafe charging. Hence, it makes sense to get a charger that will provide the needed 20W....

While you can adjust space as per the amplifier you pick, these passive bookshelf speakers can deliver amazing audio output. Of course, you will have to deal with more cables and wires, but the final output makes the hassle worth it. Besides, all it takes is a few cable ties and cord organizers to keep the cables under control. So, here are our recommendations for the best passive bookshelf speakers....

The Mac users in the GT team use a dedicated budget app on the Mac to track their monthly expenses. So let’s discuss our picks in detail. 1. MoneyWiz Finance Tracker MoneyWiz comfortably tops our recommendation list with a beautiful UI, powerful features, and support for the most popular banks. By default, the app takes you to the home screen with all your expenses on the right side and wallets on the left sidebar....

Thankfully, there are quite a few slim wall adapters for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. They are powerful enough to charge the phone at 25W. And if needed, the extra port can come to your rescue in charging other devices. So if you have pre-booked the Samsung flagship this year, here are our top recommendations for the best slim wall adapters for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. Let’s take a look....