I was using the Lumia 532 as my default device for the last week; this article holds my personal opinion about the device. So let’s see how the phone stands out (if it does at all) and examine the aspects where it excels and lags. Design While many companies are trying to make their gadgets slim and thin, I feel like Microsoft doesn’t care much about it. The Lumia 532 is a bulky piece of hardware without any visual appeal....

In fact, as much as my iPhone allows me to do a lot of things, there are a few things that I believe could use some improvement. One of those is the lack of ability to create a note from anywhere on my iPhone. Currently, if you want to create a note on your iPhone you have to exit an application and then open whatever notes app you use and create your note....

Wikileaks has been publishing classified documents since 2006 but the organisation shot to fame after bringing to fore the atrocities committed by US soldiers in war zones — specifically Iraq and Afghanistan — as well as files about Guantanamo Bay. The website is a collection of a large pool of data and sometimes sifting through the website can be an arduous task. The author of the website claims that he’ll be updating the website with the most relevant leaks from the non-profit organisation’s website, which will inform you timely as well as save you the pain of searching for it yourself on WikiLeaks....

Lately, the company has introduced a swatch of modern features to the Samsung Internet Beta browser. So the standard features like Downloads rub shoulders with modern features like Dark mode. Hence, it only makes sense to put both Chrome and Samsung Internet Beta face to face with each other and see which Android browser is best suited for your needs. App Size Let’s start with the size of both the apps....

Unfortunately, the update created even more issues for Apple. Customers have reported a number of issues ranging from poor graphics performance, inconsistent battery life, and general discontent with the lack of ports. With all of these complaints still rolling in every day, let’s sort through the ones that are legitimate and concerning and the ones that are minuscule enough to disregard. More importantly, I’ll attempt to address whether you should buy one at all or if the problems outweigh the perks....

If not treated, the common eye strain may lead to something as serious as severe headaches and neck pain. Thankfully, these can be avoided and these simple eye exercises can help you just that. 1. The 20-20-20 Rule Computer screens are brightness devils and they need to be dealt in the strictest ways. A simple thumb rule is to glance away at an object 20 feet away, for at least 20 seconds....

Nova Launcher is not beautiful but feature-rich with a particular focus on productivity. And then comes Smart Launcher 5 that not only promises to be loaded with useful shortcuts but also wants to look good while at it. Download Nova Launcher Download Smart Launcher 5 Let’s begin. Home Screen Setup Nova Launcher comes with an adjustable grid size, which goes from 2 to 12. Each spot can hold one app, and you can set it both horizontally and vertically....

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a cumulative battery life of around 22 hours and boast of being tuned by AKG. Also, they are almost in the same price bracket. So, should you pick the Sony WF-SP800N over the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus? Or is it the other way around? That’s what we shall discuss in this post today as we pit the Sony WF-SP800N against the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus....

I have a confession to make – I’m not really a SoundCloud fan. Until last month, my “Stream” was empty, my account abandoned and the service was not even on my radar. All of that changed when I came across this app’s website. The website was beautiful, and the teaser video won me over. I’m a sucker for thoughtfully designed, functionally beautiful apps. In a couple of seconds, it was clear Soundflake was just that....

While other users will only get their hands on a JIO SIM card after 15th August, but certain phone owners (like high-end Samsung phones) were eligible to get it early. We’ve also got an early access to a JIO SIM and done an in-depth speed test comparison to 2 other major players in India – Airtel and Vodafone. We have a video with 10 speed tests conducted in 10 different locations across Bengaluru, where you can see the results yourself....

The brainchild of 19-year-old Michael Vaga, the HandEnergy charges by simple rotation of the hand. The device was first conceptualised in August 2014, and the first prototype was ready by October 2015. The device is fitted with a gyroscope which produces energy when you rotate the device, and this energy can be used immediately or stored for future use. The rotor inside the device gains momentum with each additional spin and produces more power — going up to 5000 RPM on an average....

Textra for Android Today I am going to review an all new messaging app called Textra, which is the very first app on the Play Store that features the Android Lollipop Material Design look. After you install the app, it will take some time for the initial setup before you can start using it. Once the setup is done, the app will load all your messages, and at the bottom of the screen you will see the option to make Textra the default messaging app....

For example, you can get Pages from the Mac App Store for $19.99, while usually MS Word can cost up to hundreds of dollars depending on the type of license you get. Also, Apple does not restrict the use of Pages to a single Mac, so your copy can be used by, say, any family member that downloads it using your store account. Well, enough of commercial comparisons. Instead, let’s delve into the basics of iWork Pages that anyone thinking about switching from MS Word should know about....

This is exactly the case with Threes ($1.99), a recent entry into the App Store’s gaming section that cleverly mixes puzzle mechanics with math and that is sure to keep you glued to your iPhone for hours on end. Here’s a more in-depth look at how Threes looks and plays. Grid-based Math Puzzles For starters, Threes plays on a 4×4 grid where you have three types of blocks: Blue ones, red ones and white ones....

Samsung’s native file management isn’t limited to moving files from one folder to another. It supports third-party cloud storage and few other tricks up its sleeve to make you stay away from third-party options from the Play Store. 1. Mark a File as Favorite If you need to access specific files frequently, you need to favorite them for easy access. Open the File Manager app on your Samsung phone, select the photo, video, or document, and tap on the little star icon at the upper right corner....

What’s the point of offering a superior call quality experience when the calls fail to reach on the other side? That can push you towards Telegram rivals such as Signal, WhatsApp, or traditional calls over the carrier. Before you go with them, you should follow the steps below to troubleshoot Telegram calls not ringing on your iPhone. 1. Enable Background App Refresh This is essential for apps running in the background to deliver new notifications including messages and calls....

We, at Guiding Tech, have gone through the apps launched in 2017 and curated a list of 11 best of the best apps that must be on your Android phone. 1. Be a File Management Pro With Files Go Google’s file management app, Files Go, is the jack of all trades. Not only can it free up your phone’s internal storage, it can also find files quickly. and at the same time notify you about dormant apps or double up as a file transfer app....

Introduced in 2018, music alarms work on all Google Home devices such as Home Max, Home Mini, Nest, and Smart Displays. They work as normal alarms and get most of the cool features of standard alarms in Google Home. Let’s see the solutions to get back music alarms on your Google Home devices. 1. Reboot Google Home If you were able to set the music alarm earlier and now you cannot, simply reboot your Google Home device....

And as expected, the new Oxygen OS version comes with a ton of new features. And well, it wouldn’t come as a surprise if I tell you that these features help boost your smartphone experience by many levels. So, if you’ve recently bought the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro (or planning to buy), check out the tips and tricks below to get the most out of your new phone....

We talked about a dialer app in the past that uses the T9 contact search feature. To make things better for users in the iOS ecosystem, today I am going to talk about two apps for iPhone that can bulk delete, merge duplicates, and also back up contacts. Now the thing is, you might stumble upon a lot of apps with a simple search on the App Store. But almost all of these apps ask you to pay even before they process a single contact for you....