The Android settings menu helps you manage apps, check battery health, diagnose network issues, and scan for threats. It also shows details like your device’s name, software version, and memory size. You can use secret codes for quick access to these features. You can use secret codes for quick accessContinue Reading
Google announced some new features for its Gemini generative AI assistant during the Made by Google event on August 13. Recently, Google started rolling out Gemini Live, which offers a more natural conversational experience with the AI chatbot. On top of this, Gemini Voice gained 10 new voices, featuring different ranges based onContinue Reading
Over time, even the latest Android smartphones can slow down due to accumulating data and limited storage. While a factory reset is a common fix, a more subtle approach involves disabling Android system animations. This can significantly boost performance by freeing up resources. BOOST YOUR ANDROID BY TURNING OFF ANIMATIONS Turning offContinue Reading
Are you not satisfied with the sound of music, video, and podcasts emanating from your handset’s speakers? Here are several ways to improve what you hear. I’m always searching for ways to improve the sounds I hear. Whether it’s my record player, a streaming service on my desktop, or myContinue Reading
Android’s June 2024 security update resolves 37 vulnerabilities, including high-severity flaws in Framework and System. Google this week started rolling out the June 2024 set of monthly security updates for Android, with patches for 37 vulnerabilities, including multiple high-severity elevation of privilege bugs. The first part of this month’s securityContinue Reading
Are you experiencing battery health issues? Here’s what to do! Battery health is important for any device, especially if the battery cannot be removed. Knowing the battery’s condition can help you take the necessary precautions to prevent it from deteriorating even further. The information below will show you how toContinue Reading
Google announced its plans to integrate its advanced large language models (LLMs), known as Gemini, into Android smartphones starting in 2025. This follows the earlier introduction of Gemini Nano, a smaller version of the LLM, on Pixel and other compatible Android devices. Unlike Nano, which requires an internet connection, these advancedContinue Reading
If you’re like the average person, you treat your phone as your go-to for everything — from binge-watching TikToks and enjoying Roblox-like mobile games to handling more serious tasks like drafting emails or tweaking photos for a product brochure. Still, while smartphones are undeniably handy, that doesn’t mean you noContinue Reading
Microsoft has renamed its Microsoft Edge web browser for Android and iOS to Microsoft Edge: AI Browser. A visit to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store page of the browser confirms the change. Microsoft has not yet announced the change or explained why it has changed the browser’s name. A possible explanationContinue Reading
Your best defense: Protect your data through an array of cybersecurity best practices so that it can’t be used against you via social engineering. Try not to overshare online. Consider asking your telecom provider to add a “Do not port” note to your file (unless you visit in person), especially if you knowContinue Reading