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How to Quickly Launch Apps on Your Android Phone With Back-Tap

Your Android device has a secret back button to launch an app or feature of choice with a tap. Here's how to enable Quick Tap on a Google Pixel and Back-Tap on a Samsung Galaxy phone.

By Jason Cohen
google pixel 9 phone

20 Can't-Miss Apple Music Tips That Will Change How You Stream

Whether you’re new to Apple’s streaming music service or have been using it since 2015, make sure you're getting your money's worth by tapping into these essential features.

By Tyler Hayes
The Apple Music logo is seen in this photo illustration on 23 November, 2023 in Warsaw, Poland.

10 Pro Tips to Boost Your Wi-Fi Signal

Check out these quick tips to boost your wireless signal from your router, extend and optimize your Wi-Fi coverage, and speed up your surfing.

By Whitson Gordon
closeup of a wi-fi router with a person sitting in the background

5 Tips to Boost Your Android Phone's Battery Life

Today's Android phones pack big, bright screens and high-end features that suck plenty of power. Here's how to squeeze the most juice out of your battery.

By Jason Cohen
android logo and battery symbol

Sluggish Browser? Here's How to Speed Up Google Chrome

Does your Chrome browser feel like it's running slower than usual? These tips and tricks can help you give Google Chrome a speed boost.

By Whitson Gordon  & Stephanie Mlot
chrome colors and ram

How to Watch All the Planet of the Apes Movies and TV Shows in Order

Looking to marathon through the Apes franchise? Here's how (and where) to watch everything from the original 1968 film all the way up to the most recent 2024 reboot.

By Eric Griffith
Credit: Silver Screen Collection - Getty Images; 20th Century Studios

How to Check the Health of Your Laptop's Battery in Windows

Whether you're still running Windows 10 or upgraded to Windows 11, a Windows battery report will help you keep tabs on the health of your laptop's battery.

By Jason Cohen
computer with a charging battery graphic over it

How to Watch All the Marvel Movies and TV Shows in Order

Looking to revisit the MCU franchise now that 'Captain America: Brave New World' is here? Whether you want to watch in order of release or chronological story order, we've got you covered.

By Eric Griffith
Captain America: Brave New World

Don't Start Over: How to Transfer PS4 Games and Save Data to a PlayStation 5

If you have PS4 games you want to play on your Sony PS5, there's no reason to start from scratch. You have a few ways to transfer your save files to the new console.

By Whitson Gordon
pas5 and ps4 consoles

Swipe Left on These 5 Common Online Dating Scams

Nothing says love like a romance scam, the kind that promises love but leaves you broke and brokenhearted. We decode the meaning behind the scammy messages you see in dating apps.

By Kim Key
Illustration of a scammer on a dating site

SharePlay 101: How to Watch TV and Listen to Music With Friends On FaceTime

You and your friends can jump on a FaceTime call and watch the same TV shows and movies, listen to the same music, use the same supported apps, and share your screens.

By Lance Whitney
shareplay in use on apple tv+

Don't Run Out of Room: How to Upgrade Your Xbox Series X/S Storage

Games are huge these days; you need all the space you can get. Here's how to upgrade the storage for your Xbox Series X or Series S.

By Jason Cohen  & Carli Velocci
microsoft game characters

7 Bad Habits That Are Destroying Your PC

Want your computer to last longer? Stop doing these things immediately.

By Whitson Gordon
laptop bruised and sad

Feeds Full of Junk? How to Reset Your Social Media Algorithms

Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube filled with garbage? Follow these easy steps for a fresh start on seven popular social media platforms.

By Eric Griffith
Credit: René Ramos

Game Day PSA: Turn on This TV Setting for Smooth Live Sports Streams

Your TV's motion smoothing feature doesn't work well for most shows and movies, but there's a good reason you should activate it while watching live sports.

By Will Greenwald
PSA: Turn On Motion Smoothing for the Super Bowl (and Then Turn It Off)

How to Connect AirPods to an Android Phone

It might seem counterintuitive, but it's entirely possible. Here's how to set up your Apple AirPods to work with an Android device.

By Chandra Steele
Illustration: Android, Shutterstock/Sergey Eremin

How to Access Roku's Secret Screens

Your Roku has a handful of hidden features you can't find on the Home screen. Here's how to access them with a few remote clicks.

By Chandra Steele
view from behind of woman sitting on sofa with Roku remote

What Is Samsung DeX? How to Use Your Galaxy Phone on a TV or Monitor

We show you how to configure your Samsung phone or tablet to run like a desktop PC on your monitor or TV, complete with a mouse and keyboard.

By Michael Muchmore
How to Use Samsung DeX

How to Stop Mac Apps From Launching at Startup

Does your Mac slow to a crawl thanks to apps that spring to life upon startup? Here's how to disable and manage startup items to stop them in their tracks.

By Jason Cohen
mac desktop running macos sonoma

How to Set Up a Static IP Address

DHCP is fine, unless you're looking to perform advanced networking tasks. Here's how to set a Static IP address (or DHCP reservation) for any device on your network.

By Whitson Gordon
How to Set Up a Static IP Address