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Want to make the viral TikTok stacked emojis? Here's how
What are stacked emojis and how do you make and send them? We have all the answers here
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How to show pictures from your phone on your TV
You don't have to put up with a tiny screen when showing other people your photos and videos – here's how to get them on your TV
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How to download YouTube videos on a laptop, phone or tablet
We explain how to download YouTube videos, including music and playlists on your laptop, PC, phone or tablet using free and paid apps.
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How to use Circle to Search on your phone
Selected Android smartphones can search Google for anything you circle on your screen. Here's how to get started and why it's worth using
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What is NFC and how do I turn it off?
Seeing a random N symbol in the status bar at the top of your phone? Here's what it is, what it does, and how to make it disappear
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How to flip a photo on Android
Android smartphones usually default to a mirrored photo when you take selfies. Here's how to flip them the right way round
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Want to start using a VPN? Here’s how
If you want the freedom to watch and read whatever you want online without being tracked, you need a VPN. We explain how to set up and use one
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Pinning messages and chats will transform how you use WhatsApp
Tired of losing conversations or important messages on WhatsApp? Now you can pin them to make them easy to find. Here's how it's done.
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Are you being spied on via WhatsApp? Here's how to tell and what to do about it
Do you have the feeling that someone is spying on your chats? Here's how to find out and how to stop it happening
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How to download all photos and videos from Google Photos
Downloading all your images in Google Photos in one go isn't easy, but the option is there… if you know where to look
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You can watch Now while you're on holiday – here's how
Watching Sky content from abroad is possible if you have a Now Membership – you just need this one thing
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How to get Amazon Prime for free
There are several ways to avoid paying for Amazon Prime – here's how to get the subscription service for free
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How to use Windows built-in ransomware protection
Did you know Windows includes ransomware protection built right in? Microsoft Defender can safeguard your PC, but the feature isn’t automatically enabled. Here's how to do it yourself
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How to reset an Android phone or tablet
Want to sell on an old Android device or sort out any problems it may be having? A reset can often work wonders
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How to reset a Samsung phone or tablet
How to clear problems on your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet by giving it a reset, wether it's a soft reboot or full factory reset
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How to Remove a Windows Virus
You can do a lot to prevent your laptop or PC getting infected, but if you suspect it's already happened, here are the steps to take to banish malware.
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How to use a VPN on PS4 and PS5
It's not easy to set up a VPN on your PS4 or PS5 – we've broken down four ways to install one on your PlayStation
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How to watch the 2024 Emmys
The 75th annual Emmy awards air tonight – here's how to watch both the ceremony and red carpet coverage from the US and UK
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How to access blocked websites and videos
Here's how to read a blocked website, watch a geo-restricted video, and access other blocked services even if you can't download an app on your device
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