How to hide apps on Android By Richard Priday published 30 July 21 On some Android phones, you can protect your privacy by hiding specific apps you use. Here's how to do it on supported devices.
How to take a scrolling screenshot in Android 12 By Richard Priday published 23 July 21 Android 12 natively supports scrolling screenshots, and you can try this out right now if you have the open beta installed.
How to update Android apps By Richard Priday published 5 July 21 If you want make sure your Android apps are up to date, here's how to update them yourself or set up automatic updates.
How to install the Android 12 beta right now By Jordan Palmer published 18 May 21 Google has made the Android 12 beta installation process easy. Follow these instructions to get the beta on your compatible Android phone.
How to unblock YouTube on Android By Richard Sutherland published 8 October 20 vpn If you’re having trouble accessing YouTube on your Android phone because of geo-blocking or local network filters, use an Android VPN that unblocks YouTube content.
How to unblock Netflix on Android By Richard Sutherland published 8 October 20 vpn With an Android VPN that can unblock Netflix, you can watch your favorite shows and movies wherever you are in the world.
Sony 2018 Android TV Settings Guide: What to Enable, Disable and Tweak By Brian Westover published 11 September 20 We walk you through the menus and features of Sony's 2018 Android TVs. Use our handy guide to find the settings and features you need.
How to remove Android bloatware By Adam Ismail published 22 May 20 Is bloatware bogging your Android phone down, cluttering up your menus and consuming valuable system resources? Here's how to fix that, step-by-step.
How to use Snapchat like a pro By Henry T. Casey published 12 May 20 From sending video notes and stickers to adding filters and swapping faces, here's a step-by-step guide for using Snapchat.
How to Update Google Chrome on iOS, Android, Mac and Windows By Phillip Tracy published 16 December 19 Here is a simple guide on how to update the Chrome web browser on Mac, Windows, Android and iOS.
How to turn off push notifications on Android and desktop By Henry T. Casey published 4 December 19 Want to turn off push notifications, to save yourself from pinging alerts from websites? Here's what you need to know.
How to Manage Your Child's Screen Time on Android By Adam Ismail published 9 September 19 With a few simple tips, you can use Android's built-in digital mindfulness features to help your kid concentrate on the task at hand when they’re studying or finishing homework
Harry Potter Wizards Unite Guide: 7 Tips for Getting Started By Kate Kozuch published 25 June 19 So many spells, so little time. Here are some key tips for getting started in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite.
You Can Now Easily Share Google Search Results: Here's How By Monica Chin published 20 June 19 Here's how to share Google searches using an Android phone.
How to Use Alexa on Your Android Phone By Monica Chin, Mike Prospero published 11 June 19 It's easy to use Amazon's assistant on your Android phone with the dedicated Alexa app. Here's how to get started.
How to Block Phone Calls On Android By Adam Ismail published 31 May 19 Desperate for a way to stop those pesky robocalls? Here are several options you can try to block phone calls on an Android device.
How to Run Android Apps on a PC Using Bluestacks By John Corpuz published 9 May 19 You can run your favorite Android apps on your desktop with the BlueStacks App Player. Here's a step by step tutorial.
How to Set Up and Personalize Google Assistant on Phones and Tablets By Monica Chin published 8 May 19 Getting started with a voice assistant may look complicated, but it’s actually quite simple. Here’s how to set up and customize Google Assistant.
How to Stop Pop-Ups on Android By Derek Walter published 9 April 19 You can stop pop-ups on Android from distracting you the next time you're browsing on your smartphone or tablet. Here's what you need to do to put an end to those annoying pop-ups.
How To Check Into Your Flight with Google Assistant By Philip Michaels published 8 January 19 Google Assistant is getting a whole new array of powers on your smartphone, from the ability to check you in for flights to accessing the virtual assistant from your Android phone's lock screen.
How to Disable the Lock Screen in Android By Sean Riley published 11 November 18 If you don't want to swipe, type or use a fingerprint every time you wake your Android phone from sleep, you might to remove the lock screen altogether. Here's how.
How to Close Background Apps in Android By Andrew E. Freedman published 10 November 18 Android apps continue to run in the background, even after you’ve moved on to other tasks. Here's how to close those apps to free up memory.
How to Safely Download Fortnite for Android By Henry T. Casey published 12 October 18 Now that more Android phones can run Fortnite, here's how to see if your phone qualifies, and how to install it safely.
Samsung Galaxy S8 User Guide: Tips, Tricks and How-Tos By Tom's Guide Staff published 3 October 18 Here's what you need to know about getting the most out of your Galaxy S8 or S8+, including which features to enable and what bloatware to remove.
Here's the One Android Setting Everyone Should Change By Adam Ismail published 28 August 18 Android is the world’s most popular mobile operating system. But one setting you might not know about could save you tons of time.
How to Buy a Smartphone for Seniors: 6 Essential Tips By Philip Michaels published 5 August 18 When shopping for a smartphone for a senior, it's important to look for a device that fits their particular needs. Here's what to keep in mind.
How to Set Up an Android Phone By Marshall Honorof published 24 July 18 Due to Android's open-ended nature, setting the OS up is not quite as foolproof as setting up iOS, but Tom's Guide can help you.
How to Send Android Texts on a PC By Marshall Honorof published 8 July 18 Setting up and using Android Messages on a PC is simple, but it's still missing a few features that make its mobile counterpart so fun.
How to Pick a New Voice in Google Assistant By Caitlin McGarry published 10 May 18 Google is adding new voice options to Google Assistant, and you can make the change right now on any Android phone.
How to Use Do Not Disturb Features in Android Oreo By Adam Ismail published 30 March 18 Do Not Disturb mode has been a part of Android for a few generations now. Here's how to get the most out of it in Android Oreo.