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How to fix Galaxy S8 red screen: Samsung acknowledges display problem
What should you do if your Galaxy S8 develops a blush?
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How to limit data usage on Android
Take control of which apps use mobile data on Android smartphones
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How to watch Xiaomi Mi6 live stream
Today Xiaomi will unveil its next flagship Android phone, the Mi6. Here's how to tune in live
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Share your location in real-time with Google Maps
Find your friends with the new Shared location feature in Google Maps
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How to minimise data usage on an iPhone
Stop apps from eating up your monthly 3G or 4G allowance
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How to watch the Honor phone launch
Find out which new phone will be coming your way from Honor
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Samsung Galaxy S8 live stream & live blog
Today is Galaxy S8 day. Tune in for a live stream and real-time announcements from the Samsung Galaxy S8 launch
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How to use Facebook Reactions
Facebook has rolled out its Reactions Like-button extensions. Here's how to get Facebook Reactions and how to use them
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Sony MWC 2017 launch: as it happened
Sony is launching new Xperia smartphones at MWC. Here’s how to tune in and watch live online
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Huawei MWC 2017 as it happened | Huawei MWC 2017 live blog
Huawei has announced the Huawei P10 and P10 Plus, and Huawei Watch 2 and Classic at MWC 2017
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How to update Android Wear smartwatches
Keep your Android Wear smartwatch on the latest software for new features and more
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How to remove Samsung region locking
Samsung region-locks its phones to halt grey imports, but its easy to remove Samsung's region lock. Here's how
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How to secure your phone lock pattern or passcode
Working out someone's phone lock password, passcode or pattern is simple, so what can you do to stop people discovering yours?
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How to install Android apps on a Chromebook today
Google has announced Google Play is coming to Chromebooks. Here's how to run Android apps on a Chromebook in the meantime
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Xiaomi at CES 2017: As it happened
Xiaomi took to the stage at CES for the first time in 2017 to announce exciting new gadgets including a TV, router and white Mi Mix
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How to make any gloves work with touchscreens
Use your smartphone when you're outside by creating your own touchscreen compatible gloves
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How to turn your phone into a Black Light
Bring some glow-in-the-dark fun to your smartphone with this simple DIY trick
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Best TV to watch at Christmas
What to watch this Christmas 2016, and how to watch it on your phone, laptop, tablet or PC
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How to mute Tweets: Hide words, hashtags and users on Twitter
Avoid spoilers, get rid of annoying users and more
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How to play games on Facebook Messenger
You can now play proper games on Facebook Messenger against your mates
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How to delete Snapchat messages
It's supposed to be natural but here's how to make sure things disappear
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How to use Smart storage in Android Nougat
You can free-up space on your Android 7.1 device by using the built-in tool – here's how to.
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How to fix broken app shortcuts
You might find that after an app update, your Android app shortcuts have disappeared or no longer work – here's how to fix it
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Apple Event as it happened | Apple October Event live blog
Apple finally updated its MacBook Pro today. Here's what happened at the Apple October event
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How to use Secret Conversations on Facebook Messenger
There's no reason not to use encrypted Facebook Messenger
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How to unroot Android
Having root privileges enables you to have full control of your Android phone, but if you're looking to unroot, read our guide
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How to change your GPS location on Android
Ever wanted to be in two places at once? Spoofing your phone's GPS is one way to do it.
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How to play Pokémon GO on rooted phone
The latest Pokémon GO update blocks rooted phones using the SafetyNet API, but there is a way to get around it
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How to speed up GPS on Android
If your GPS signal is causing you problems then these tips should get you back out on the road
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How to watch the Rio 2016 Paralympics in the UK and abroad
You can watch the Paralympics for free in the UK. We show you how to watch Team GB and all the finals
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How to enable Night Mode in Android Nougat
Your Android smartphone or tablet could be keeping you awake but Night Mode is here to help you sleep
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How to use Google Duo
Keep up with friends on Android devices or iPhones by using the new Google Duo video calling app
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Samsung IFA 2016 as it happened
Catch up with Samsung's two IFA 2016 press conferences to see which new products are coming your way
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How to watch Asus IFA 2016 press conference live stream
New products coming as part of 'Zenvolution'
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How to reuse an old tablet | Best uses for a spare tablet
Bought a new tablet but wondering what to do with the old one? Here are 9 ideas
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How to change boot animation in Android
Boot animations can be a fun way to customise your phone. Here's how to change your Android's boot animation.
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Best Android keyboard: PLUS how to change Android keyboard
If you've ever wanted to change your Android keyboard and wanted suggestions for a new one, you've come to the right place.
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How to download Google Maps
When you download Google maps, you can navigate without using roaming data
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How to use Google 2-step verification
Beef up your Google account's security by adding 2-step verification. Here's our guide.
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