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You can speed up your Android device by clearing its cache — here’s how
By David Crookes published
Learn how to clear the cache on your Android to free up space, improve performance, and fix minor issues.

You can add a website shortcut to your Android home screen — here's how
By David Crookes published
Android users can add a website shortcut to their home screen, here's how.

Managing chores was turning into a family feud until I used Reminders on the iPhone to sort things out
By Philip Michaels published
If no one in your family seems to know whose turn it is to do the dishes, the Reminders app on the iPhone can eliminate confusion.

New Spotify features have dropped — here's how to use them
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to use Spotify's latest features, including AI DJ, Smart Shuffle control, song snoozing, and upcoming audiobook improvements.

Going contactless? Here's how to set up Google Wallet on Android
By Kaycee Hill published
If you want to use your Android phone as a digital wallet, you'll want to set up Google Wallet right now. Here's how it's done.

How to find studs in your walls using just your phone
By David Crookes published
Hanging something heavy? Find the best location to start drilling holes into your wall

Worried a phone is stolen? Here’s how to find out
By David Crookes published
Got a feeling your phone has been reported lost or stolen? Put your mind at rest by following these steps.

iOS 18 lets you add Apple Music playlists to your iPhone lock screen — here's how
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to add an Apple Music playlist to your iPhone Lock Screen using new iOS 18 features for instant access.
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