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I gave my iPhone a digital lobotomy (and you should too)
My screen time was out of control until I found this iOS trick.
This secret Pixel feature helps keep my data secure
As of Android 15, Private space is the best way to lock sensitive files and documents behind an encrypted virtual vault - here's how to set it up.
My Galaxy phone auto-reboots itself once a week - here's how and why
Auto restart is a sleeper hit feature available on Samsung Galaxy phones and on many other Android-powered devices - here's why it's worth setting up.
I sped up my ancient Android phone with this one simple trick
Even with the oldest, laggiest, least performant Android phone in the world, you can improve its perceived speediness with this indispensable trick.
I stop nosy iPhone apps in their tracks with this powerful location setting
Some apps are eager to tap into your location, but not all apps deserve to be granted access to it - here's how to manage precise location access.
How I used this secret app to bring Apple's Liquid Glass to my Galaxy phone
Adding a Liquid Glass effect to your Samsung Galaxy is a breeze.
This hidden Pixel feature has saved me from several awkward moments
Rules is a hidden feature found deep within the Pixel's Settings app, and, while somewhat limited in scope, it's utility is doubtless nonetheless.
Don't like iOS 26's Liquid Glass design? Here's how to make it better
Liquid Glass isn't for everyone. Here's how to tone it down on your iPhone.
Here's what I tell people about the difference between USB 4 and USB-C
There's a link, but don't assume you'll get the best performance out of every USB-C port.
Here's how I remove accidental texts in Google Messages
You can already edit RCS messages on Android, and now you can completely delete them, too.
I broke my phone with pocket lint, leaving me with (expensive) pocket junk
My Galaxy S20's USB-C port was gunked up with pocket lint, and I managed to fry it while cleaning it out. Here's how to remove debris the safe way.
Android app pinning is the most useful semi-secret feature out there
Ever felt nervous giving your phone to your kid or to a stranger to make a call? If you're rocking an Android, app pinning is here to the rescue.
How to clear your iPhone's cache and get rid of big files
Apple doesn't make it easy to remove temporary cache files on its mobile platforms, but that doesn't mean it's impossible to do so.
How to download the iOS 26 public beta on your iPhone
The iOS 26 public beta is finally here. Here's how to try the beta on your iPhone.
Not all USB speeds are created equal (and yes, the numbers complicate things)
Confused by the various flavors of USB? So are we sometimes, but there is hard data out there.
Have a Google Pixel phone? Switch on this camera setting immediately
If you're rocking a modern Google Pixel phone, consider turning on this hidden camera setting to make your pictures even more visually striking.
This $8 adapter is all it takes to make a USB stick useful in the iPhone age
Have an old USB stick laying around? Here's how to plug it into your iPhone, iPad or Android device.
If you aren't already using a 6-digit PIN, now is the time to switch
6-digit PINs are far more secure than their 4-digit counterparts - here's how and why to make the switch on both mobile and on PC.
How to download Android apps outside of the Google Play Store
It's usually best to stick to well-known app stores, but there are legitimate reasons to skip Google's.
Recording calls on your iPhone? There's finally a way that doesn't feel like a hack
Fair warning: it's not a secret.