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How to watch Lenovo Tech World 2016 live stream
Here's how you can watch the Lenovo Tech World 2016 live stream, along with what to expect from the event.
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How to move contacts to a new Android phone
Got a new phone? We detail the best ways to add your existing contacts to a new phone, even with a new SIM
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How to Direct Reply in Android N
Android N builds in new functionality to allow you to respond to messages without opening the associated app – here's how
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How to use Google Translate in any app
Google has updated its Translate app to work in any app. Here’s how to translate language in Android for free
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How to get developer options on Android
How to access Android Developer Options, and how to use Android Developer Options on your Android phone or tablet
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How to set up and use Android Pay in the UK
Here's how you can set up and use Android Pay in the UK
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How to get The Beast or Encore on Kodi
The best Kodi builds package up the best Kodi add-ons for easier installation and use. Here's how to install The Beast on Kodi
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How to use Google Keyboard on any phone
Google Keyboard is free, has loads of great features and is easy to install on your Android phone
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How to reply to notifications in Android Lollipop & Marshmallow
If you can't wait for Android N, here's how to get one of its coolest new features now in Android Lollipop or Marshmallow
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How to get emoji on Android
Bring life to your messages by using emoji on your Android smartphone
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How to use Periscope on Android & save Periscope replays
Live stream your life to a global audience with Periscope
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How to remove Upday from Galaxy S7 & S7 edge
The magazine-style news service Upday is on by default on Galaxy S7. Here's how to get rid of Upday
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How to turn off or customise Galaxy S7 always-on display
It uses minimal battery power, but the Galaxy S7's always-on display might offend you for other reasons. Here's how to remove it
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How to take a screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S7
Samsung has changed the screenshot functionality in the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge – here's how to take a screengrab on Galaxy S7
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How to avoid buying fake technology
There is an ever increasing number of fake products on the market, here's five ways to distinguish counterfeit products.
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How to transfer music from Mac to Android
We explain how to get your music from Mac to Android, via Google Music or to a local Android phone or tablet
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How to add emoji stickers to Snapchat video
Snapchat video just got a lot better with pinnable, movable, resizable emoji stickers. Here's how to use them
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How to send money on Facebook Messenger
Looking for a free way to send money to friends and family? Bet you didn't know Facebook Messenger could do that
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HTC 10 launch live blog as it happened
Join us live this afternoon for the launch of HTC's latest flagship, the HTC 10
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Huawei P9 and P9 Plus launch as it happened
All the P9 news as it happened from the London launch event
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How to wirelessly charge phone
We show you how to set up and use Qi wireless charging on the Galaxy S7 and other Qi-compatible smartphones
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How to change your phone number on WhatsApp (and why you should)
Got a new phone number and wondering why no-one's contacting you anymore? Here's what to do
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How to give your Google Contacts nicknames
Give your Google contacts nicknames to make calling your 'mum' or 'dad' so much easier
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How to add a microSD card to your phone or tablet
Your phone or tablet lacks microSD and you're running out of space. Here's what to do
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How to use BlackBerry Messenger with Android & iPhone
With WhatsApp killing off its BlackBerry support by the end of 2017, BlackBerry users should turn to BBM
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How to move your files from Copy.com to another cloud service
With the announced closing of Copy, we show you how to quickly move your files to another service.
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How to record phone calls on a smartphone
Recording phone conversations isn't as easy as you might think, but it can be done with a little help from apps
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How to block spam email on Android
Fed up with receiving spam email on your Android phone or tablet? Here's how to stop unwanted mail reaching your phone or tablet.
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How to mirror Android on Chromecast
Share you photos, videos, or any other content from your Android phone on the biggest screen in the house
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How to type emoji on Android
We explain how to install a different keyboard to add emojis to Android
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How to block Be Like Bill
Be Like Bill, or don't – we show you how to make a Be Like Bill Facebook post or how to kill Bill once and for all
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How to reinstate tabbed browsing in Google Chrome for Android
A recent update to Google Chrome for Android has removed tabbed browsing. We show you how life can go on with or without the tabs
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How to recover deleted text messages from an Android phone
If one of your SMS conversations is erased from your Android phone, recovering the data can be surprisingly hard. Here are some ways you can try to recover deleted text messages from an Android phone
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How to get the Android Marshmallow app drawer on any phone
Android Marshmallow has a new app tray, but you don't need the new OS to use it – here's how to add the new app tray to any phone
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EE recalls all Power Bars – here’s what to do
EE has recalled all of its free EE Power Bars after it was discovered that they pose a safety risk. Here's what you need to do now
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How to get Plants Vs Zombies 2 on Amazon Fire tablets
The latest Amazon Fire tablets are capable of running Android apps without root. Here's how to install Plants vs Zombies 2 on Fire
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How to delete your Google location history
Google can track where you go and at what times you visit. Here's how to delete your Google location history.
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How to use app permissions in Android Marshmallow
Control what data third-party apps can access on your Android phone or tablet with app permissions
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How to use Now On Tap in Android Marshmallow
Google Now extends to every app in Android Marshmallow – here's how to use Now On Tap
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How to add a lock screen message in Android Marshmallow
Lock screen messages are new to Android M. Here's how to customise your Android phone with a personal lock screen message
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How to stop OK Google recording search requests
Voice commands and searches are now all recorded by Google. Here's how to stop it
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How to check whether a UK secondhand phone is lost, stolen or blocked
Buying a secondhand phone? Here's how to check whether it's been reported lost, stolen or is blocked before you buy.
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How to watch HTC One A9 ‘Aero’ launch live
Leaks suggest an iPhone style smartphone with mid-range specs
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How to get a OnePlus 2
The OnePlus 2 is now on sale, and there are several ways to get hold of one. We show you how to buy, win or reserve your OP2
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Microsoft’s Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, Lumia and Band 2 launch
Microsoft's best ever launch… revisited
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How to watch Google Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P launch live stream
Plenty of new Android 6.0 Marshmallow products are set to be announced today at 5pm. Tune in live right here on PC Advisor
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