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How to block ads on Android
Tired of adverts ruining your browsing experience on Android? Here's how to remove ads from Chrome or other browsers on an Android phone or tablet
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Google Play Store refund: Get your money back for app purchases
Purchases such as apps or books in the Google Play Store can be refunded relatively easily, even in cases of fraud. We show you how it works.
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How to turn off the annoying 3D buildings view in Google Maps
The new view in Google Maps makes using the app as a sat nav more distracting but you can turn if off with these steps
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Try AI Overview search results outside the US now
AI Overview answers in Google search results is now live in the US, but we know how anyone can switch AI Overview on (and off)
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How to clear cache on Android
If you've deleted everything you can think of and still Android says it has "insufficient storage available", deleting cached files may help
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How to take a screenshot on Android
Android makes it easy to take a screenshot, regardless of the device you're using. Here are four ways to do it on your phone or tablet
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How to update Android
Regularly updating your Android devices is crucial to maintaining their security, and ensures you don't miss out on any new features
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Want to make the viral TikTok stacked emojis? Here's how
What are stacked emojis and how do you make and send them? We have all the answers here
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How to show pictures from your phone on your TV
You don't have to put up with a tiny screen when showing other people your photos and videos – here's how to get them on your TV
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How to download YouTube videos on a laptop, phone or tablet
We explain how to download YouTube videos, including music and playlists on your laptop, PC, phone or tablet using free and paid apps.
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How to use Circle to Search on your phone
Selected Android smartphones can search Google for anything you circle on your screen. Here's how to get started and why it's worth using
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What is NFC and how do I turn it off?
Seeing a random N symbol in the status bar at the top of your phone? Here's what it is, what it does, and how to make it disappear
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How to flip a photo on Android
Android smartphones usually default to a mirrored photo when you take selfies. Here's how to flip them the right way round
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Want to start using a VPN? Here’s how
If you want the freedom to watch and read whatever you want online without being tracked, you need a VPN. We explain how to set up and use one
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Pinning messages and chats will transform how you use WhatsApp
Tired of losing conversations or important messages on WhatsApp? Now you can pin them to make them easy to find. Here's how it's done.
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Are you being spied on via WhatsApp? Here's how to tell and what to do about it
Do you have the feeling that someone is spying on your chats? Here's how to find out and how to stop it happening
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How to download all photos and videos from Google Photos
Downloading all your images in Google Photos in one go isn't easy, but the option is there… if you know where to look
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You can watch Now while you're on holiday – here's how
Watching Sky content from abroad is possible if you have a Now Membership – you just need this one thing
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How to get Amazon Prime for free
There are several ways to avoid paying for Amazon Prime – here's how to get the subscription service for free
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