User Guides

Read expert guides on how to use mobile phones – from Apple’s iPhone to Samsung phones, as well as other major Android phones from brands like Huawei, OPPO, OnePlus, RealMe, VIVO, and more. We also cover tablets, how to use apps and software, and the best tips and tricks for using technology in general.

Spotify: The Ultimate Guide For New Users [2023]

Spotify: The Ultimate Guide For New Users [2023]

Here’s literally everything you need to know about Spotify in one article, covering how it works, how much it costs, the different tiers, and its unique features…

iPhone Size Comparison Chart: Ranking Them ALL By Size…

iPhone Size Comparison Chart: Ranking Them ALL By Size…

Apple makes quite a few iPhones nowadays and they’re all slightly different. Here’s a handy iPhone size comparison chart that shows you the differences!

How To Share Your Contact Details With iPhone NameDrop

How To Share Your Contact Details With iPhone NameDrop

iOS 17 introduced a new feature to the iPhone called NameDrop. iPhone NameDrop allows you to quickly and easily share your contact information with another iPhone user. Here’s how to use iPhone NameDrop.

Quick iPhone Photo Crop: This Is The Fastest Way To Crop A Photo On iPhone

Quick iPhone Photo Crop: This Is The Fastest Way To Crop A Photo On iPhone

On iOS 17 and later you can now perform a photo crop in seconds. In this post, we detail the fastest ever way to crop a photo on iPhone.

Exploring Sky Q Features: A PROS & CONS Guide [2023]

Exploring Sky Q Features: A PROS & CONS Guide [2023]

You may have seen Sky Q advertised recently - as they seem to be advertising absolutely everywhere - but what exactly is it and is it any good? Here’s a review…

Sky TV: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide [2023]

Sky TV: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide [2023]

Thinking about making the switch to Sky TV? Here's everything you need to know about Sky Q, Sky Stream, Sky Glass and Sky's packages in one place...

Sky Q vs Sky Glass: Which is The Best Option [2023]

Sky Q vs Sky Glass: Which is The Best Option [2023]

Sky Glass vs Sky Q — this isn't just about picking a TV service. There's a lot of differences between these two services. Let's unpack all the main ones and see who comes out on top...

How To Create An iPhone Contact Poster: Quick Guide

How To Create An iPhone Contact Poster: Quick Guide

In iOS 17 and later, iPhone users can create a Contact Poster that will show on other people’s iPhones whenever they call. Here’s how to create an iPhone contact poster.

How To Unlock T-Mobile iPhone For FREE?

How To Unlock T-Mobile iPhone For FREE?

You can unlock your T-Mobile iPhone for free by meeting the T-Mobile unlock policy and following the steps mentioned here.

How To Use & Manage Downloaded Offline Maps In Apple Maps

How To Use & Manage Downloaded Offline Maps In Apple Maps

iPhone users can now download offline Apple Maps. Here’s how to use and manage offline maps in Apple Maps.

Sky Ultra HD: Is It 100% Worth The Upgrade?

Sky Ultra HD: Is It 100% Worth The Upgrade?

Is Sky Ultra HD worth the upgrade? I recently got a fancy new 4K TV, so I decided to give it a whirl and find out – here's everything you need to know...

How To Download Offline Maps In Apple Maps On iPhone

How To Download Offline Maps In Apple Maps On iPhone

iPhones running iOS 17 and later now support offline maps – in other words, you can now download Apple Maps for viewing when you don’t have an internet connection. Here’s how.

What Does Apple’s “iOS” Stand For? Definition & Its History…

What Does Apple’s “iOS” Stand For? Definition & Its History…

Apple’s iOS platform has been around for a good long while now, but people have no idea what it means. Here’s what iOS stands for…

How To Unlock Tracfone iPhone For FREE?

How To Unlock Tracfone iPhone For FREE?

Unlock your Tracfone iPhone for free - but you need to meet the unlocking policy. Here are the criteria for Tracfone iPhone unlock, unlocking policy, and more.

How To Unlock Straight Talk iPhone For FREE?

How To Unlock Straight Talk iPhone For FREE?

Wondering how to unlock your Straight Talk iPhone? Let's discuss in detail all the steps involved in Straight Talk iPhone unlock, and more.

How Long Do Chromebooks Last? A Complete Guide [2023]

How Long Do Chromebooks Last? A Complete Guide [2023]

Google’s Chromebooks are increasingly a popular option among laptop users. But do Chromebooks last as long as MacBooks and other laptops?

How Long Do Garmin Watches Last? My Personal Experience…

How Long Do Garmin Watches Last? My Personal Experience…

If you’re thinking about investing in a Garmin watch, you might be wondering how long a Garmin watch actually lasts? Here’s everything you need to know before you buy one…

Garmin Watch: The Essential Beginner’s Guide [2023 Edition]

Garmin Watch: The Essential Beginner’s Guide [2023 Edition]

Here's – quite literally – everything you need to know about getting started with your Garmin watch in 2023 and beyond, including how to use it, its features, and advanced tracking modes...

Best Garmin Watch For Runners [2023 Edition]

Best Garmin Watch For Runners [2023 Edition]

Garmin makes excellent smartwatches; they’re accurate, hard-wearing, and they provide REAMS of data. But what is the best Garmin watch for runners? Let’s find out…

How To Use iPhone Wi-Fi Calling (2023 Guide)

How To Use iPhone Wi-Fi Calling (2023 Guide)

Make phone calls even without cellular coverage, thanks to WiFi calling on iPhone – it's simple to set up and only takes a couple of seconds! Here's how to use iPhone Wi-Fi calling.

Which Samsung Phones Have DEX? A Complete Guide [2023]

Which Samsung Phones Have DEX? A Complete Guide [2023]

Samsung’s DEX lets you use your mobile phone as a computer by connecting it to a PC monitor. But which Samsung phones support DEX? Let’s find out...

How To Turn On iPhone Personal Hotspot – Set-Up Guide & Tips

How To Turn On iPhone Personal Hotspot – Set-Up Guide & Tips

A quick and simple guide about how to turn on your iPhone personal hotspot, covering how it works and what it does, as well as things to keep in mind...

How To Turn On iPhone Dark Mode & iPad Dark Mode (2023 Guide)

How To Turn On iPhone Dark Mode & iPad Dark Mode (2023 Guide)

Yep, the iPhone has Dark Mode. And this is how you turn iPhone Dark Mode on – it's super-simple! Also, here's why you should use it.

How To Use The iPhone Flashlight: Back Tap, Lock Screen, Brightness & More! (2023 Guide)

How To Use The iPhone Flashlight: Back Tap, Lock Screen, Brightness & More! (2023 Guide)

Wondering how to use the iPhone Flashlight: Back Tap, Siri, changing brightness and more? In this guide you'll learn how to master the iPhone flashlight!

How To Turn Off 5G On iPhone 12 – iPhone 15 (2023 Guide)

How To Turn Off 5G On iPhone 12 – iPhone 15 (2023 Guide)

Turning off 5G on your iPhone will greatly improve your phone’s battery life – here’s how to turn off 5G on iPhone.

How To Close iPhone Apps (iPhone 6 Though iPhone 15) [2023 Guide]

How To Close iPhone Apps (iPhone 6 Though iPhone 15) [2023 Guide]

Closing apps on the iPhone is the simplest thing in the world, yet many people follow a convoluted process to “close” apps – and this is just silly! Here's how to close iPhone apps

How To Use The iPhone Translation App (2023 Guide)

How To Use The iPhone Translation App (2023 Guide)

The iPhone translation app is packed with a ton of features – and a good dose of user privacy. Here's how to use it.

How To Use iPhone Sound Recognition – Your iPhone Can Alert You When Your Doorbell Rings

How To Use iPhone Sound Recognition – Your iPhone Can Alert You When Your Doorbell Rings

Sound Recognition is a feature that allows your iPhone to listen to sounds you might not be able to hear, and alerts you of those sounds when your iPhone detects them.

How To Send Inline Replies In Messages On iPhone – The #1 FAST Way

How To Send Inline Replies In Messages On iPhone – The #1 FAST Way

Inline replies are a powerful tool to link messages together with your reply and provide more context in an ongoing conversation. Here's how to send them in iMessage.

iPhone App Clips Explained: You DON’T Need An App For That (2023 Guide)

iPhone App Clips Explained: You DON’T Need An App For That (2023 Guide)

“There’s an app for that” is one of the most successful taglines in history. However, a little-used iOS feature called App Clips does away with iPhone apps entirely.

How To Use The App Library On iPhone (2023 Guide)

How To Use The App Library On iPhone (2023 Guide)

The iPhone App Library in iOS can best be likened to a home screen with automatically generated folders that house all the apps on your iPhone. Here's how to use it.

How To Clear Browsing History On iPhone (2023 Guide)

How To Clear Browsing History On iPhone (2023 Guide)

There are plenty of reasons you should clear browsing history on your iPhone. Here are the best ways to clear your iPhone's browsing history!

The 4 Best iPhone Fax Apps [2023] For Secure Faxing

The 4 Best iPhone Fax Apps [2023] For Secure Faxing

Yeah, it’s 2022 and some companies still demand you use fax. But the good news is you can send faxes from your iPhone. Here's how it is done...

How To Watch Picture-In-Picture Videos On iPhone (2023 Guide)

How To Watch Picture-In-Picture Videos On iPhone (2023 Guide)

Apps, FaceTime, and Safari all support picture-in-picture mode in iOS. Here's how to use picture-in-picture videos on your iPhone.

iPhone AirDrop Explained: How To Use It Properly (2023 Guide)

iPhone AirDrop Explained: How To Use It Properly (2023 Guide)

In this guide, we explain EXACTLY what iPhone AirDrop is, how to use it, and how to transfer files safely and securely in a few simple steps...

How “Macintosh” Became Mac: A Brief History of Apple’s Computers…

How “Macintosh” Became Mac: A Brief History of Apple’s Computers…

How did Apple come up with the name Macintosh and – more importantly – does it have any special meaning? Let’s investigate the history of Apple’s Macintosh line of computers and find out…

How To Translate Websites Into Other Languages On iPhone (2023 Guide)

How To Translate Websites Into Other Languages On iPhone (2023 Guide)

Translating websites allows you to enjoy more of what the web has to offer. Here's how to translate websites into other languages on your iPhone.

Apple Watch: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide [2023]

Apple Watch: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide [2023]

Should you buy an Apple Watch? Here is literally everything you need to know about Apple Watch, including its history, all the models, specs, and its features…

How To Hide iPhone Home Screen Pages (2023 Guide)

How To Hide iPhone Home Screen Pages (2023 Guide)

Declutter your iPhone interface and eliminate pages and pages of apps that you rarely use. In this guide we show you how to hide iPhone home screen pages.

How To Delete iPhone Apps (2023 Guide)

How To Delete iPhone Apps (2023 Guide)

Want to delete iPhone apps but don't know how? It's actually really simple and you have four possible methods for it which we detail in this quick n' easy guide…

How To Add iPhone Widgets To Your Home Screen (2023 Guide)

How To Add iPhone Widgets To Your Home Screen (2023 Guide)

If you want to add iPhone widgets to your home screen – you can! Apple's iPhone widgets for iOS aren't just pretty to look at, they are also very functional. How's how to add iPhone widgets to your home screen.

Is Apple’s MagSafe Charger Worth It? My 2 Cents…

Is Apple’s MagSafe Charger Worth It? My 2 Cents…

Apple’s MagSafe Charger is slower than a wired Lightning connection. But for convenience? Might Apple’s MagSafe Charger be worth a buy in 2022? Let’s find out…

Apple iPhone: The Ultimate Buying Guide [2023]

Apple iPhone: The Ultimate Buying Guide [2023]

Thinking about getting your first iPhone? Here’s everything you need to know about Apple’s iPhone in one place…

How To Change The Default iPhone Email App (2023 Guide)

How To Change The Default iPhone Email App (2023 Guide)

You can tell your iPhone that Apple’s Mail app is not your email app of choice and instead you want to use a different default iPhone email app. Here's how...

How To Make Siri Use Google Assistant (#1 EASIEST Way)

How To Make Siri Use Google Assistant (#1 EASIEST Way)

If you want to make Siri use Google Assistant on the iPhone, you can! In this article we detail a trick to force Siri to default to Google Assistant.

iPhone 13 Charging Speed is Painfully Slow – Here’s Why…

iPhone 13 Charging Speed is Painfully Slow – Here’s Why…

The iPhone 13 is a great phone. It has a solid camera, decent battery life, and awesome software. But the iPhone 13 charging speed is painfully slow – but there's a reason for this...

How To Change The Default iPhone Browser – Bye, Safari, Hello, Chrome or Firefox!

How To Change The Default iPhone Browser – Bye, Safari, Hello, Chrome or Firefox!

Want to automatically open links on your iPhone in Chrome or Firefox? Here's how to change your default iPhone browser.

How To FAST CHARGE The iPhone 13: A Complete Guide [2023]

How To FAST CHARGE The iPhone 13: A Complete Guide [2023]

Irked by the iPhone 13’s SLOW charging speeds? Fear not, there is a way to fast charge the iPhone 13 – here’s how it is done…

How To Speed Up A Slow iPhone In 4 Easy Steps (Great For Older Models)

How To Speed Up A Slow iPhone In 4 Easy Steps (Great For Older Models)

Is your iPhone slow? It happens from time to time, especially on older models. But there are ways and methods to fix a slow iPhone…

How To Disable FaceTime On iPhone, iPad & Mac (2023 Guide)

How To Disable FaceTime On iPhone, iPad & Mac (2023 Guide)

Looking to disable FaceTime completely on iPhone? It's simple – just follow these steps. We also have instructions for removing FaceTime on iPad and Mac, too.

How To Delete Photos From iPhone (2023 Guide)

How To Delete Photos From iPhone (2023 Guide)

If your iPhone is running out of space, one of the quickest ways of freeing up storage is deleting all your photos – and this is how you do it…

All The Apple AirPods Hidden Features You Probably Missed…

All The Apple AirPods Hidden Features You Probably Missed…

Here’s a list of some of the hidden features Apple’s packed into its AirPods that will make you think they’re the best earphones you’ve ever owned...

20 Hidden Gmail Features Most People Totally Miss…

20 Hidden Gmail Features Most People Totally Miss…

There are a ton of hidden Gmail features in Google's email service. Here are the best ones not many people know about.

How To Open iPhone SIM Tray When You’ve Lost The Ejector Tool (The BEST Ways)

How To Open iPhone SIM Tray When You’ve Lost The Ejector Tool (The BEST Ways)

If you've lost the SIM ejector tool that comes with the iPhone, you can still open the iPhone SIM tray with some workarounds. Here's how.

What Does IYKYK Mean? Definition + How To Use It

What Does IYKYK Mean? Definition + How To Use It

In a sea of internet slang, things can get confusing quickly. Today we’re going to be looking at the IYKYK to find out what IYKYK means and how you use it correctly

What is Smart HDR 4 on iPhone? A Complete Beginner’s Guide

What is Smart HDR 4 on iPhone? A Complete Beginner’s Guide

Here’s everything you need to know about Smart HDR 4 on iPhone, including what it is, what it does, and how to use it properly…

How To Get A Free Government iPhone

How To Get A Free Government iPhone

In this guide, we’ll quickly show you how to get a free government iPhone via the Lifeline Assistance Program

How to Wirelessly Transfer iPhone Data To A New iPhone (2023 Guide)

How to Wirelessly Transfer iPhone Data To A New iPhone (2023 Guide)

Apple has a cool tool in iOS called Quick Start that lets you wirelessly transfer iPhone data to a new iPhone. Here's how to use it.

Siri Explained: A Complete Guide To Apple’s Digital Assistant In 2023

Siri Explained: A Complete Guide To Apple’s Digital Assistant In 2023

From its launch in 2011 on the iPhone 4s, Siri has evolved massively. In this guide, we’ll provide you with the most up-to-date overview of Siri, how it works, and what you can do with Apple’s digital voice assistant…

Does Apple Make Their Own Processors?

Does Apple Make Their Own Processors?