We totally understand that. That’s why we’re kicking off a new monthly series here on Guiding Tech, where we’ll showcase the best new apps for iPhones and iPads. So without much further ado, let’s take a look at some of the best free iOS apps for August 2019 that you must try. 1. 321Fit There are plenty of useful workout apps available on the App Store, but I’m sure you won’t find anything as unique as 321Fit....
This month’s edition has everything from a cool gallery app to a nifty battery app. And, they will help you get the most out of your phones. So, without further delay, let’s get started. 1. 1Gallery If you are not happy with the stock Gallery app on your phone, you can check out the 1Gallery app. It comes with a slew of nifty features. For instance, you can hide some of your photos and videos inside the encrypted folder called Secure Folder....
The advent of the internet allowed us to work from anywhere. That sounds incredibly romantic. You can work from anywhere! Where did we end up working from? Our homes, in our pajamas. The last excuse some people had to step out of the house – to make a living – has now gone. And now it’s all this. We’re fat. Even if you’re not (good for you, seriously), chances are you’re stressed out, tired and generally not what your grandfather would call “healthy“....
If you’re certain that your internet connection is fine and restarted the app a few times, employ the seven troubleshooting tips in this post to fix the WhatsApp Status not uploading issue. 1. Try Another Image or Video First, try uploading another image or video. That’ll verify whether the issue is related to the particular image or video. You can also try posting a written status update instead to see if that works....
At the same time, wireless connectivity means that you can do away with the cable clutter. The compact and lightweight nature means you can easily toss it in your bag when you are traveling. In addition to that, you do not have to worry about lags and delays as well. So, if you are looking to buy a wireless mice with programmable buttons, we have compiled a list of the best ones out there....
For some users, only the Outgoing calls do not appear in the call history when it comes to the call history issue. For others, all calls are missing from the Recents tab. The following fixes will help you resolve both types of problems. However, if someone else has manually deleted the call history from your phone, it’s tough to restore it. Let’s get rolling. 1. Restart Phone This simple yet magical trick seems to have done wonders for people facing the call history missing issue....
I know that it’s not surprising to find Google Play Store filled with a whole new line-up of free Android apps this December. To make sure that you don’t get lost in the jungle of apps, we have curated a list of top 8 new, free Android apps that you should try this holiday season. Let’s get started! 1. Datally One of the newest apps on the Play Store, Datally is from none other than Google....
Let’s check out the various ways to fix the Echo alarm won’t stop the issue. 1. Restart Echo Sometimes, due to a glitch in Alexa, the alarm won’t stop. Restarting Echo will fix the issue for upcoming alarms. To restart the Echo, you need to unplug it. Wait for 30 seconds and then plug back the power cord. 2. Check Internet Connection Alexa requires internet connectivity for all functions except alarm....
If you have been experiencing similar battery drains on your Windows 11 laptop, this guide is for you. We’ve put together a list of troubleshooting tips to help you fix the battery drain issue on Windows 11. So, let’s get started. 1. Run Power Troubleshooter Windows 11 carries a troubleshooter for just about every utility. So, if you’re experiencing an unusual battery drain on your Windows PC, you can start by running the Power troubleshooter....
The Black screen problem can occur due to various reasons ranging from browser issues to network connection problems. And if the usual refreshing the page or relaunching the browser doesn’t work out for you, here are some ways to solve the black screen error on youtube. 1. Sign Out of YouTube Several users have noticed that the black screen problem on YouTube only occurs when trying to load a video while logged in....
Many Samsung Galaxy phone users complain that they hear the call ringtone in the background, but the display won’t showcase incoming call notifications. That means they don’t get to know who is calling and can’t even answer the call, which is frustrating. Let’s troubleshoot the issue. 1. Restart Galaxy Phone Before we go ahead and make changes from the Settings menu, let’s try this method. Rebooting your Samsung phone troubleshoots all the small niggles that you face....
Windows 11 search tightly integrates into the start menu. You can hit the Windows key on the keyboard and start typing to search for files on your computer. Let’s fix the search issues once and for all on your computer. 1. Add a Search Icon on the Taskbar If you are facing issues with search in the start menu, you have another option to open search as well. You can place a search shortcut on the taskbar and fly through queries with a single click....
These sounds aren’t a huge annoyance usually but if it happens a lot it starts getting irritating. So turning them off is the way out. And this quick tip will show you exactly that. Now, the steps and the screenshots were taken on a Mac but it should work pretty much the same way on Skype’s Windows client too. Step 1. Go to the Preferences of Skype. Step 3. You could also turn off the sound that it makes when it signs you in, if you don’t like that....
Having said that, there’s no dearth of innovation when it comes to browsers for Android. One such browser that stands out in the lot for Android is the Dolphin HD Browser. We’ve taken it up previously when we mentioned why it’s a must-try browser but since then this browser underwent upgrades and now has the ‘HD’ added to its name along with useful features that come bundled with it. Quick Tip: Dolphin browser also supports private browsing on Android so that’s another reason to use it over Android’s native browser....
One them being the Control Box; it holds almost every tool and an alternative to every shortcut. Let us acquaint ourselves with it and see how it works. Cool Tip: If you are a movie freak you should also check how to edit subtitles in KMPlayer and how to bookmark media positions using KMPlayer. First and foremost we should know how to start the Control Box. Right-click on the interface and choose Control Box from towards the end....
Apple introduced Background app refresh with iOS 7, and since then, it continues to be part of every iOS update. By the end of the post, you will know about the benefits of Background app refresh and how to enable or disable it. Let’s get started. What Is Background App Refresh in iPhone and iPad Settings To understand the Background app refresh feature in iOS and iPadOS, you will need to know about an app’s life cycle....
Say goodbye to emailing or messaging files to yourself to make them available on your secondary Android phone. You can use Nearby Sharing for that. Whether you want to share files between your phones or someone else’s, Nearby Sharing will work for phones kept nearby. Without making you more excited, let’s jump into the world of the Nearby Share feature on Android. What Is Nearby Share on Android If you have used AirDrop service on Apple, you must have a slight idea about Nearby Share....
YouTube calls it Restricted Mode so that it is universally recognizable. Google added this feature in YouTube to offer users a control over the type of contents that appears on their YouTube accounts. With the restricted mode, you can filter out content you don’t want to see or want to expose your family members to it even accidentally. So let’s check what is restricted mode and how you can make the best of it....
Applying a passphrase is terrific for security since it acts as an additional layer of encryption. However, it does have a major drawback. It’s irrecoverable. If you forget it, you can’t reset it like any other password. Only you know what your passphrase is, and you are in a soup if you fail to remember it. Thankfully, the way how a sync passphrase functions suggest that you still have hope even if you forget your passphrase....
While it’s quite unnerving to have various apps pop up on the Home Screen of your iPhone without you installing them in the first place, there’s a simple reason why it does that. Let’s check out what it is, and then go through what you must do to stop your iPhone from downloading and installing apps by itself. Why the iPhone Downloads Apps Automatically Your iPhone downloads apps by itself for one reason — automatic app downloads....
