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How to keep your phone number when you upgrade
Fear of your contacts not knowing your new number can be off-putting when it comes to upgrading, but unnecessarily so
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How to unlock an iPhone and use any SIM
You don't have to stick with the network provider from which you bought your iPhone – here's how to use any SIM
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How to speed up Android
If you've noticed that your Android phone or tablet has started to slow down, here are some reasons for this and ways to get it back to its former freshness
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How to check if your phone is supported by your network
We explain everything about network bands, frequencies and numbers
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How to get the new Google Assistant on Pixel 4
Some Pixel 4 settings will switch off the new Google Assistant – here's how to get it back
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How to Create Routines for Google Home & Google Assistant
Google Assistant can perform multiple tasks from a single command
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How to take perfect food photos
Food photographer David Loftus gives his top tips to up your Insta game
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Call Santa to Personally Deliver your Christmas Wishlist
Santa won't know what your kids want for Christmas unless they tell him – and no-one sends letters these days
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How to Get Android Apps and Google Play Store on an Amazon Fire Tablet
Yes, you can install Android apps including YouTube on your Amazon Fire tablet. Here's how
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How to Install WhatsApp on a Tablet
WhatsApp Web is a useful workaround for using WhatsApp on a tablet, but it's not the same as installing the proper app
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How to Delete WhatsApp Account
We show you how to end your time with WhatsApp by deleting your account
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How to Use Snapchat: A Beginner’s Guide
The kids find it simple, but Snapchat is a confusing place. Let's get you started
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How to add wireless charging to the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL
Give your PIxel 2 and 2 XL phone wireless charging
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How to install Kodi on Fire TV
Unlock the full power of your Fire TV with the Kodi media player
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How to turn on Dark Mode in Instagram
Turn your Instagram feed to the dark side with the all-new Dark Mode
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How to Watch OnePlus 7T Launch Live Steam
Tune in at 3.30pm BST to see OnePlus unveil OnePlus 7T
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How to watch the Huawei Mate 30 launch live
The Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro are on the cards but a the company might also unveil a new tablet, wearables and even its first TV.
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Google Trusted Contacts is the Android alternative to Find My Friends
Google's phone tracking app works on Android and iOS!
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How to remove the background of a photo on your phone
Something in the background spoiling your photo? Here's how to remove them
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Samsung Galaxy S10 tips and tricks
Master your S10e, S10 S10 Plus or S10 5G with these top tips
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Sony IFA 2019 Live Stream: Will Sony unveil the Xperia 2?
Sony is presenting at IFA today – here's how to tune in live
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How to Watch Huawei Live at IFA 2019
On Friday Huawei will unveil the Kirin 990in Berlin – here's how to tune in live
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Asus ROG Phone 2 Live Stream: Asus IFA 2019 Press Conference
How to tune in live as Asus unveils ROG Phone 2 & other hardware at IFA 2019
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How to Get 45W Charging on Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
Samsung's new flagship is capable of 45W charging, so how do you unlock it?
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How to Charge your Smartphone Faster
Not all chargers are created equal, and you could be filling up your phone or tablet much more quickly
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How to transfer music from iTunes to Android phone
Switched from iPhone to Android? Here's to to move your iTunes music across
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How to watch TV on your smartphone
We’re going to show you how to watch TV for free in the UK on your phone or tablet
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How to avoid phishing scams
Ways to spot and foil fake emails that try to trick you into giving away your account details
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How to install Ring Doorbell app on Amazon Kindle Fire tablet
Access your smart doorbell from your Kindle Fire tablet
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How to Control Kids’ Screen Time on Android
Worried that your children a spending too much time staring at a screen? Help is at hand
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How to create a sticker on Snapchat
If you're not used to Snapchat, here's how to use one of its best features
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How to make payments using your phone or watch
Leave your wallet behind and use your phone or smartwatch to pay for things in stores
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How to get phone notifications in Windows 10
Want to view and send your Android phone's text messages on your PC? There's an app for that
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How to use text-to-switch
Switch your mobile provider without having to talk to anyone, thanks to the new text-to-switch service
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How to Watch Honor 20 Launch Live Stream
Tune in live to watch Honor unveil its new flagship Android phone, the Honor 20
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LIVE: OnePlus 7 Pro Launch Live Stream
Watch live at 4pm BST today as OnePlus reveals its next flagship smartphone
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LIVE: Google I/O 2019 – Pixel 3a, 3a XL, Nest Hub Max & Android Q
Android Q should see a public beta today at Google I/O, but Google also has new hardware to announce – here's how to watch live
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How to browse anonymously on Android
Protect your privacy online with these apps and tips for Android
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How to Send a Facebook Message without Facebook Messenger
Keep up with friends without having to install the Facebook Messenger app
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