Is your phone unlocked? Sure you might know the passcode, and it may be rooted or jailbroken. But does your carrier prevent you from inserting a SIM card from one of its rivals? Is your smartphone (or mobile internet-capable tablet) locked to one single carrier? If so, it’s carrier-locked. But what if you want to […]
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Pandora boasts millions of users, but the vast majority of them listen to the free radio offering. Pandora Radio only lets you influence the songs being played by giving a thumbs-up or a thumbs-down. Which obviously isn’t as compelling as streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music. However, Pandora would like to encourage more free […]
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If you unlock your Android handset using a pattern, you should consider using a PIN code instead. Because new research shows that Android unlock patterns are really not secure. If no one sees you swiping your finger over your screen then you may be OK, but how many of us even try to hide it? […]
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There’s a little-known feature most smartphones have hidden inside. It’s a common technology — you might use it in your car or at home — but most people don’t know they also have it on their phone. In case you haven’t guessed already your smartphone probably has an FM radio receiver built right into it. […]
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There’s no limit to the kinds of things Google Assistant can help you with, from checking traffic to playing music and videos and much more. One nifty trick you can add to your Google Assistant arsenal? Using it to lock and unlock your Android phone. How to Get Google Assistant If you don’t already have Google Assistant on […]
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Ever suspected someone of trying to unlock your phone while you’re away, but haven’t been able to prove anything? One of these apps might come in handy. They take a picture with the front-facing camera when someone enters the wrong PIN. You could also use some of these apps to track down a lost or […]
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