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The Play Store is one of the go-to place for Android users to download and discover new apps.

This lesser known Google Play Store trick can save you hours

September 16, 2025 10:11 IST

Clicking two times just to open the Search box on Play Store? If you often use the Play Store, here's a quick trick that can help you time in the long run.

Microsoft Word is one of the most popular word processing apps in the world.

Microsoft Word now automatically saves your documents to the cloud: Here’s how to turn it off

August 30, 2025 10:01 IST

Follow these three easy steps to prevent Microsoft Word from automatically uploading your documents to the cloud.

YouTube Music is rolling out a new "Trim silence" button, which, as the name suggests, lets you skip the lengthy silent part of podcasts.

YouTube Music now lets you skip the awkward silence in podcasts: Here’s how

August 16, 2025 17:21 IST

Until now, YouTube Music users had to manually go through the hassle of skipping silent parts in a podcast.

Google's new Preferred Sources feature will help you get the latest news from your favourite news website or outlet.

Google now lets you pick “preferred sources” for search results: Here’s how to add them

August 14, 2025 08:15 IST

If you are tired of seeing low quality content in your search results, Google now has a solution.

Some everyday common objects may be the reason why your Wi-Fi network is acting up.

Struggling with poor Wi-Fi signal? Move these objects to get a free speed and range boostSubscriber Only

August 15, 2025 07:04 IST

Is your Wi-Fi slow or frequently dropping connection? Here are six everyday objects that could be hurting your internet speed or range.

Perplexity's new AI video generator is available for Pro and Max users.

Perplexity Pro users can now make videos with audio: Here’s how

August 13, 2025 09:02 IST

Perplexity's new AI powered text-to-video feature generates 8 second long videos, which you can download and share with others.

What is Instagram’s Repost feature, and how does it help content creators?

August 9, 2025 09:28 IST

With the Repost option, users will be able to publicly share their favourite Reels and Posts.

Google Chrome is the most popular web browser across the world.

Chrome now has iPhone-style swipe animations: Try it out now

August 5, 2025 09:51 IST

Want iPhone-style swipe animations on Chrome for Android? Here's how you can enable them in under a minute.

IRCTC now requires users to link Aadhaar card with their account to book Tatkal tickets on priority.

Want priority access to Tatkal tickets? Here’s how to link your Aadhaar with IRCTC account

August 1, 2025 16:46 IST

IRCTC users who link their account with Aadhaar card will now get priority access when booking Tatkal tickets.

VPNs let you securely browse the internet without worrying about trackers and hackers.

From ProtonVPN to Windscribe, here are best 5 paid and free VPNs in India

July 26, 2025 08:39 IST

Looking for a good and trustworthy VPN? Here are some of the best free and paid VPNs you can use in India to watch movies, stream content and surf the web.

IRCTC started e-ticket services in 2002.

IRCTC login issues? Here’s how to recover your password quickly

July 24, 2025 10:26 IST

Forgot or lost your IRCTC website login credentials? Here's how you can reset your account password in a few steps.

The Qubo Dashcam Pro 2.7K is a no-frills, no-nonsense option to help you on the road.

Can dashcams prevent bad behaviour on the roads? I tested with the Qubo Dashcam Pro 2.7KSubscriber Only

July 22, 2025 10:21 IST

While a dashcam can record everything that is happening in front of it, as well as behind it, it can’t stop bad drivers from doing what they do

Airtel users can get one year of free Perplexity Pro subscription.

Perplexity Pro is free for Airtel users: How to claim your one-year subscription

August 1, 2025 09:45 IST

Perplexity Pro subscribers can perform up to 300 AI-powered searches in a day, upload documents and files for analysis and summarisation and use the newly launched Labs feature.

Gemini is pre-installed on most modern Android phones and tablets.

Google Gemini now reads WhatsApp chats unless you change this setting

July 12, 2025 09:28 IST

Google says Gemini will now be able to help you use the Phone, Messages and WhatsApp, even if you have denied it access to your personal data.

Ideally, the case should be a high-quality plastic, or a durable aluminium.

7 things to keep in mind while buying a power bank

July 8, 2025 10:08 IST

While buying a power bank, you should look out for aspects like voltage, build quality, and other specifications, to ensure it is a good fit for you.

Steer clear of these myths to prolong your smartphone's battery life.

Think you’re saving battery? These 5 myths could be killing your phoneSubscriber Only

June 24, 2025 13:43 IST

From overcharging your phone to clearing background apps, here we debunk some of the most common battery myths.

Top budget planner apps 2025: These Android apps can help you manage expenses and save money in the long run.

5 best free apps to track your expenses and manage money smarterSubscriber Only

June 19, 2025 16:43 IST

Top budget planner apps 2025: If you are looking for an app that can help you manage your finances, set a spending budget and keep track of your assets, here are some of the best options on Android.

Amazon Prime Video subscribers will have to buy separate plans if they don't want to see ads.

Amazon Prime Video now shows ads in between TV shows and movies: Here’s how to remove them

June 22, 2025 09:00 IST

Even if you buy the Prime Video ad free add-on, Amazon says some ads and promotional trailers will still be unskippable.

DIGIPIN is a unique ten-character alphanumeric code.

How to check your DIGIPIN on your phone? Follow these quick and easy steps

June 18, 2025 08:31 IST

Here is what you need to know about the unique digital ID as well as how you can generate a DIGIPIN for your own home.

The new YouTube Shorts Google Lens integration will be available to everyone in the coming weeks.

Search anything in YouTube Shorts with Google Lens: Here’s how to do it

May 30, 2025 15:33 IST

Google says users can now use Lens to look up information about objects, landmarks, and even translate text when watching YouTube Shorts.

Uber's metro ticket booking service is currently limited to Delhi.

Uber now lets you book metro tickets: Here’s how to do itSubscriber Only

May 29, 2025 09:42 IST

As part of a promotional offer, Uber is also offering a 20 per cent discount on every Delhi Metro ticket booking, but it may be limited to a handful of users or on first time booking.