Turns out that there is a simple setting in iTunes that can take care of the above issue (if it’s an issue to you that is ). Here are the steps. Open iTunes on your computer. Select a song or a podcast, right click on it, and click on “Get Info.” Now, in the window that opens up, click on the “Options” tab at the top. Under Options, you’ll find a checkbox that says Remember playback position....

When it’s a friend we can trust him/her, nevertheless there is still always a chance of your private messages being seen and disclosed. Here’s what Gmail users can do to protect their accounts in case such a mishap happens. Step 1: Log in to your Gmail account. Step 2: On the inbox, scroll to the bottom of the interface. On the right side you will see your last account activity and a link reading Details....

As you can see from the screenshot below, you can make the layers visible by a mouse-over the square widget on the top right-hand corner of the map. A menu with available layers for your map drops down, and you can click on More… to view additional layers like live webcams, videos, Wikipedia articles on the area, bicycling routes etc. The above screenshot shows a few live webcams around New York City....

One of the great examples of such ‘limelight-hogging’ smartphones is the OnePlus 5T. Launched in the latter half of 2017, this phone grabbed quite a few eyeballs for its design, hardware specs and especially the price. However, the OnePlus 5T also has its share of competitors and one of the most prominent ones is the Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018). Launched with the same price bracket, the Galaxy A8+ boasts of many features similar to that of the OnePlus 5T such as 18:9 aspect ratio, dual camera, and a powerful processor....

There are services like Apple’s own iTunes Match that uses iCloud to store your music on the cloud and from where you can stream it to your devices. We also have several dedicated music streaming services like Pandora. But while they might be good and very convenient, they are also paid ones. With Apple’s Home Sharing however, as limited in range as it might be, you are able to stream music from your Mac or PC to your iOS devices and other computers in your home seamlessly....

In a nutshell, using SnapPea you can manage your Android apps, contacts, messages, and media content from your Windows PC. Let’s take up each of them one by one. SnapPea for Android To get started, download and install the SnapPea manager on your Windows. Once that’s done, launch the app and connect your phone. There are two ways – USB and Wi-Fi – via which the phone can be connected to SnapPea....

control your Android phone even without the phone hardware buttons as long as your device is rooted . However if you need help in installing apps on your device without using the hardware keys (highly likely you will) then have a look at the article where I have shown how you can use ADB commands on Windows and control Android hardware buttons. This should help you reboot your phone and unlock it even if the device buttons aren’t working....

Carrying a tripod and using a self-timer is also a great idea, but you won’t need any of those if you have Groopic installed on your smartphone. Groopic for Android is a quite an innovative app using which you can take group pictures on your Android smartphone (or rather make one) in a unique way, without leaving out anybody. The app is also available for iPhones on the App Store and both the Android and the iOS apps work identically....

If you want to share any kind of list, be it something casual with your family members or a list of tasks with your team members, take a look at Wunderlist. What is Wunderlist? Wunderlist is a to-do list/productivity application that has been around for years. It is free and has clients for iOS, Android, Mac, Windows, web and even for Kindle Fire devices. Chances are, if you own a device that can connect to the internet, it can run Wunderlist in one way or the other....

What Could Go Wrong? The obvious problem is if someone gets your password. That could be through phishing or social engineering. Sometimes it’s because you used the same password in more than one place. Two-factor authentication tools like Google Authenticator help prevent the problem, but they aren’t foolproof. Don’t skip the second factor! Check out our guide for setting up 2-Factor authentication and some tips on setting up Google Authenticator or using an alternative like Authy....

Thankfully, there are several Android apps on Google Play Store that will help you keep your new year’s resolutions. We have curated a list of best apps that will help you realize your goals this new year. Let’s check them out. 1. Stay Fit With Nike+ Run Club Running is one of the most effective ways to not only stay fit but also to have a fresh mind. Nike+Run Club is a popular running app that will help you stay on top of your fitness goals....

Many Google Drive users reported that when they upload files from the Android app, those files do not show up on PC or other devices connected using the same Google Drive account. Meanwhile, other users complain that the files in their Google Drive account are not available on their Android phones. We have compiled a list of troubleshooting tips to help you solve the syncing issues with the Google Drive app for Android....

In 2016, Google announced Google Allo and Duo apps for Android and iOS users. The company quietly shifted the Hangout branding to the enterprise users and retained Allo and Duo for the consumers. Unfortunately, Google Allo never gained traction among the users, and the search giant scrapped the project in 2018. The focus switched back to Google Hangouts again. Unlike Google Allo, Google Hangouts has a capable web version, it’s perfectly integrated with Gmail service, and the feature list is good enough to keep the users in the loop....

Notion, a modular productivity app, is gaining rapid popularity and its userbase grew four times. The company already made the app available for free to students and educators. And now, Notion has made the software completely free for personal use (previously $5 per month). Many users struggle to try the Notion app for the first time and giving up on it due to the complex structure. Unlike its rivals such as Evernote and OneNote, Notion doesn’t offer any fixed toolbar for editing at the top....

Zoom went from 10 million last December to 200 million in just four months. It’s been the default choice for many to conduct large hassle-free meetings. Of course, Zoom’s wildfire popularity has also raised concerns regarding security and privacy of data shared through video calls. There are many reasons for the software’s sky-rocketing popularity. Zoom offers easy to use interface, quick-join function, virtual background, screen sharing, screen recording, and more....

While Zoom for iPad doesn’t carry enough sophisticated shortcuts as on desktops, you can still make the best out of the few and avoid tapping the screen fervently. That’s why the Bluetooth keyboards can be useful for something more than merely typing. Without further ado, let’s check out a list of the best Zoom keyboard shortcuts (both direct and system-based) for the iPad to help with navigation and multitasking. Note: In Windows-based Bluetooth keyboards, replace ‘Command’ with ‘Windows Logo’ and ‘Option’ with ‘Alt....

With animated shows, you get to bring in a whole new bizarre world which is limitless in its potentials, exploding with creativity. Here, we have curated a unique list of animated TV shows on Netflix that you can enjoy at the leisure of your home. Hilda Talk about adaptations of graphic novels into TV shows. Hilda is one of a kind, following the adventures of a blue-haired and fearless girl as she travels into the wilderness full of giants, elves and other creatures....

If you have sensitive pictures and videos on your iPhone, you will have to figure out the ways to hide it. The Photos app on iOS does offer the native option hide photos and videos. But they’re visible in a folder called Hidden and anyone can open it. There are a few ways to hide photos and videos on iPhone. While the workarounds exist, we need to wait till Apple brings a native option to password-protect your media....

The practice can be useful when you want to hide work apps at home. You won’t want to get disturbed by irrelevant notifications when playing with your little ones. Similarly, you can hide entertainment apps during your work hours at the office. 1. Use One UI Settings Unlike Pixel launcher, you have a default option to hide apps on One UI. Here’s how to use it to hide apps on your Samsung Galaxy phone....

For this guide, I am assuming you are trying to install apps on Fire TV Stick from its app store and not sideloading them. 1. Check Network Status The first thing you want to do whenever a Fire TV Stick is not installing an app is to check if your device is connected to the internet. Sometimes, your Fire TV Stick could be connected to your Wi-Fi router and still have no internet access....