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This app is my secret weapon for saving money this Black Friday

The Amazon app can help you save some cash.

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I canceled Spotify Premium and I'm never looking back

If you've decided it's time to switch from Spotify, keep in mind you can't cancel Premium in the app.

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I found a way to stop Apple Maps from tracking my every move

iOS 26 introduces a new Apple Maps feature called Visited Places, which records and categorizes all your location history - here's how to disable it.

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Google's algorithm keeps changing but this hack keeps my news front and center

Unlock the hidden potential of Google News and never miss out on the stories that matter most to you.

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You can downgrade your Google One plan without outright cancelling - here's how

Confused about where to look? It's not too difficult to sort things out.

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I found a sneaky way to play the Google Chrome Dinosaur game when I'm online

Don't let a silly thing like Wi-Fi stop you from playing the Chrome dinosaur game for hours at work

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Here's how I install Android apps from anywhere that isn't the Google Play Store

Most Android devices default to the Google Play Store for downloading and installing apps, but it's far from the only place to get apps from.

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AI Writing Tools have arrived on Android, and they’re pretty pointless

After first launching on the Pixel 10 series, Google's Gemini AI-powered Writing Tools feature is beginning to roll out across more Android devices.

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Androidify is here to liven up your digital persona in the most Google way ever

Google's new Androidify app makes it easy and approachable to generate an Android mascot-inspired avatar of yourself - here's how to get started.

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Google Photos has a fun new sticker feature, but you better be an iPhone user

In a strange move, Google has rolled out a sticker generation tool within its Photos app for iOS and iPadOS - with no roadmap for an Android release.

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Google Messages' unsubscribe button is my secret for spam-free texting

If you happen to be using Google Messages with RCS on Android, make sure to take full advantage of the excellent built-in spam unsubscribe function.

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How to get rid of Spotify and make your own music streaming service

Discover the secrets to creating your own personal music streaming service and break free from Spotify's limitations.

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Google Search Source preferences on iPhone.
Google just got a quiet update that pushes specific sources first

Google has introduced a new feature for Google Search called Preferred Sources, which allows you to personalize your search results.

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Stop Instagram Map from automatically sharing your live location

Instagram's latest feature sparks privacy concerns among users.

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If you use Chrome for Android, say goodbye to finger gymnastics

If you have an Android phone, do yourself a favor and switch Google Chrome's address bar to the bottom on your screen.

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32 cars that support wireless keys in Apple Wallet

The number of participating automakers is about to jump dramatically.

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I use this Windows 11 app to make my PC taskbar transparent

For a cleaner and more minimalistic Windows 11 desktop environment, consider downloading and installing TranslucentTB from the Microsoft Store.

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I tried Amazon's new AI shopping tool, and it's way more useful than I expected

Not everyone wants to wade through product listings all day, so I had Amazon's AI read them aloud. Here's what happened.

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I quit passwords and so can you - here's how I switched to passkeys

It's surprisingly easy to wean off passwords once and for all - here's how to switch your account credentials over to the superior passkey system.

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How to easily access your saved Google Passwords on iPhone, Android, and PC

Google's password manager is an invaluable feature to have at your disposal - here's how to streamline access to the tool on iPhone, Android, and PC.

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