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5 Productivity Tips for Getting the Most Out of Gboard « Smartphones :: Gadget Hacks
Gboard is often considered the best keyboard for iPhone or Android. Google made sure to jam-pack it full of features, and you should expect nothing but the best when it comes to Google’s own first-party software. But with so many…
Quick Tip: There's a Faster Way to Open an App's Settings on Your iPhone « iOS & iPhone :: Gadget Hacks
While iOS has many strengths, in-app settings are not among them. Sure, third-party apps often come with a settings gear, but stock apps? No way. To change settings in Music, Photos, Camera, and other Apple apps, you’ll need to leave…
There's an Easy Way to Stop Random Popup Ads on Android « Android :: Gadget Hacks
“Why do I keep getting popups on my phone when I’m not even doing anything?” I see this question asked all the time. The answer? You have a shady app on your phone and it started showing full screen ads.…
Coming Soon: Colorize Black & White Pictures with Google Photos « Smartphones :: Gadget Hacks
Scanning pictures and uploading them to Google Photos is a great way to digitize your collection. With unlimited high-quality storage and text recognition capabilities, it’s hard to pass up. And for your older family pictures, Google Photos will soon even…
Stop Trying to Diagonal Swipe — There's an Easier Way to Open Hamburger Menus on Android 10 « Android :: Gadget Hacks
With the back button gone in Android 10, the new back gesture forced Google to change the way you access side navigation menus. The new angled swipe that you have to do to access the hamburger menu isn’t the easiest,…
How to Create Lists of Locations Using Collections in Apple Maps for iOS 13 « iOS & iPhone :: Gadget Hacks
Apple Maps has had a rocky history since its introduction, which included limited features and questionable data, earning it a reputation as a lesser alternative to Google Maps. Since then, Apple has worked to close the gap, and in iOS…
How to Type Curse Words with Apple's QuickPath Swipe-Typing Keyboard in iOS 13 « iOS & iPhone :: Gadget Hacks
The iPhone’s autocorrect feature is wonderful and convenient, but it doesn’t always work with informal language like profanity. If you’ve ever used the F-word, there’s a good chance you’ve had your curse words “corrected” to other words that don’t ducking…
How to Download & Install iOS 13 on Your iPhone via Update or Restore Image « iOS & iPhone :: Gadget Hacks
It’s finally out. After months of testing, iOS 13 is available to install on your iPhone, which means over 200+ new features you can use right now. The update, released on Sept. 19, can be installed over the air or…
Tips for Preordering an iPhone 11, 11 Pro, or 11 Pro Max Before the Shipping Dates Get Pushed Back « iOS & iPhone :: Gadget Hacks
Starting Sept. 13, you can preorder the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, or 11 Pro Max from Apple, wireless carriers, and various e-commerce websites. However, unlike with Android smartphones, there is only one set of iOS phones that come out each…
How to Enable Dark Mode in Gmail for iPhone & Android « Smartphones :: Gadget Hacks
Google’s strategy for updating its apps with dark mode options is apparently “one at a time” and “as slow as possible.” Even after the company added a dark theme to many of its apps for Android and iOS, such as…