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If you, like me, have been looking for alternatives to SHAREit app, you have come to the right place. In this post, we will explore the Android apps that offer similar features to SHAREit. Let’s get started. 1. Xender Similar to the SHAREit app, Xender is cross-platform. It is available on a wide range of platforms such as Android, iOS, and Windows PC. You can also transfer files using the web share feature where the second party doesn’t require the app and transfer takes place through the browser....

By default, the developer options are locked on Android as these are advanced settings only meant for developers to test apps. Thus, tweaking them without knowledge can impact your phone’s performance. With that in mind, first, let’s see how you can unlock the developer options in your phone. Note: These steps may differ slightly depending on your phone’s manufacturer and the current Android version it’s on.. How to Enable or Disable Developer Options on Android To enable Developer options in your Android, head over to the Settings menu, scroll down, and tap on ‘About phone’....

Venom, last seen in Spider-Man 3, is set to get his first solo film this year. Yes, we are going to see more of his powerful abilities in Sony’s new production. Interestingly, the plot for Venom will take place outside of the very popular Marvel Cinematic Universe (see best Wallpapers from the Marvel Universe). In fact, the reception to the second trailer of Venom was so huge that it amassed more than 64 million views in just 24 hours....

Whenever we feel that we need to click, we press the mouse button (a true replacement of the Enter key). Actually, we use the mouse to perform very little and I say so because we do not know the inner potential and are unaware of many tricks associated with it. However, there are few on top of my head right now that I would like share with our readers....

Not only that, the Google-owned video sharing platform has also enabled people to turn their hobby of producing videos into a part-time or full-time job — courtesy of the YouTube partner programme. YouTube, which begun operations in 2005 and was later acquired by Google, has fast emerged to be the most popular community for people sharing and watching videos. While there are numerous people who achieve fame and are lauded by the audience on the platform, not everyone has the same luck with their audience....

Though the camera has not seen much of an upgrade from the S7, let not that deter you from clicking impressive pictures. Coupled with these nifty Galaxy S8 camera tips and tricks, I am sure, the camera experience will be worthwhile. So, let’s get started. Also See: 10 Tips to Increase Battery Life in Samsung Galaxy S8 1. Floating Camera Button The Galaxy S8 features a rather tall display. While that gives the phone an incredible look, but it might make taking pictures a tad difficult....

If you are someone who knows smartphones in and out then most of these steps will seem ordinary to you. They are, but they are important too. We want to make sure every WP8 user knows his way around the phone. This is an effort in that direction. So, on that note, let’s begin. 1. Taking Screenshots This is the first trick that I learnt. On any screen, press the Start and Power button together....

Each of these wallpapers are available in different resolutions. When you click on an image it directs you to the site, where you could choose the one that fits your computer’s resolution. Check them out! So, which one’s your favorite? Let us know. 🙂

Google Forms provides a native way to import questions from existing forms. You can also import questions from Google Docs. But importing questions from Google Sheets isn’t supported natively yet. So we need to use alternate methods to import questions to Google Forms from Google Sheets. Method 1: Using Add-on One of the easiest and free ways to import questions to a Google Form is using a Form Builder add-on....

NetWorx NetWorx is a free and small bandwidth measuring utility that works from the system tray and keeps an eye on all your network connections. It gives you network usage reports, activity notifications, and other network testing tools too. You can use it to not only monitor your internet for excess traffic but also as a watchdog for network related problems. Here’s a brief summary of the features bundled in this 3....

However, picking an image for the depth effect is a hit or a miss. It only works well when there is a proper color contrast between the image subject and the background. So, if you want depth effect-ready wallpapers, scroll down. But first, you need to turn on the depth effect on iOS 16 for the wallpapers to work. How to Enable Depth Effect on iOS 16 Lock Screen Step 1: Open the photo you want to set as the lock screen wallpaper....

Fortunately, since Instagram has loosened up on its API restrictions, more third-party apps have come to the rescue in recent years. In fact, it’s now possible to have a nearly complete Instagram experience on the Mac. These three apps available in the Mac App Store let you direct message in Instagram, upload your photos and of course browse through your feed. 1. Upload Instagram Photos with Uplet We’ve actually written about Uplet before on Guiding Tech, but it’s still arguably the best way to upload Instagram photos from your Mac....

Apart from additional USB ports, HDMI connectors, and card readers, these docks make it convenient to hook your Windows laptop to dual 4K displays. More importantly, a laptop dock removes the hassle of plugging several things into your laptop. All you need to do is plug your laptop to the docking station with a single cable. So if you have a new laptop like the Dell XPS 13 or the Asus Zenbook 14 UX425EA, here are some of the best Thunderbolt 4 docks that you can buy....

This doesn’t mean that convenience stores have to remain the same, however. Luckily, several owners also feel this way and have, therefore, introduced unmanned stores in several locations. Since these stores have virtually no employees – barring those needed for restocking – they can offer goods at lower prices. They also allow customers skip the usual checkout process and save some time. This type of store holds the promise of changing the way convenience stores operate across the board for the better and should be paid more attention to....

After working on both these apps for quite some time, I found that the latter was like three times better than the current version of the former app. And to support my finding, here are three amazing features of the Google app that outsmart the Bing one. 1. Voice Recognition While doing a web search what would you love more – typing down the search query or speaking it out to your computer?...

If you place your phone on flat surfaces often, the camera lenses on the rear can scratch easily. That would result in hazy pictures that are not desirable. The best way to prevent this from happening is to use a camera lens protector. Here are some of the best camera lens protectors for the iPhone 14 Pro Max to keep your cameras scratch-free for years to come. Before we get to the camera protectors, though, here are some other accessory-related articles you may want to take a look at:...

Add a quality dual monitor mount to the mix, and you have got the perfect recipe in your hands. What can one ask for, right? So, here are our recommendations for the best frameless monitors for dual monitor setup. Let’s have a look. But first, Here are the best DisplayPort cables that you can buyLooking for standing desks? Take a look at these affordable yet efficient standing desks 1. ASUS Designo MX27UC Eye Care Monitor Resolution: 3840 x 2160 | Size: 27 | Refresh rate: 60Hz | Panel: IPSPorts: 1 x DisplayPort 1....

But, using a stronger material does not mean it’s shatterproof. If you’re going to use your Galaxy Watch 5 Pro for adventurous activities or while playing a sport, it’s best to have an additional layer of protection for the display. The best way to do that is to get a screen protector. We’ve made your job simpler by curating a list of the best Galaxy Watch 5 Pro screen protectors you can buy....

Before we move to the methods, it is important to understand NTFS file compression. In simple terms, it is a feature in the Microsoft Windows NTFS file system that allows you to compress individual files or folders to save space on your hard drive. When you compress a file or folder, the data is still there, but it is stored more efficiently. With that out of the way, let’s begin with the methods....

When I think about how difficult it is for some people to do a simple thing like scheduling a meeting, this scene from Up in the Air comes to mind. Opening up your calendar, checking and rechecking, sending messages, this might be all too familiar to you. All this unnecessary back and forth, and for what? Better to avoid the awkward conversations and use computers to do the dirty business for us....