Latest Tablets How-To
- 05 October 2013
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How-Tos: How to fix iMessage in iOS 7
How to fix iMessage if it's not working for you any more in iOS 7.
- 04 October 2013
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How-Tos: How to take a screenshot on Android phones
Here's where we show you how to take a screenshot on any Android phone, including the Samsung Galaxy S3/S4, HTC One, Xperia Z/Z1 and many more. Keep reading to find out how to take a screen shot on an Android smartphone.
- 01 October 2013
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How-Tos: Tech Jargon Buster
Each month we explain technology terms in plain English. Here's our updated A-Z of technology jargon explained.
- 26 September 2013
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How-Tos: How to close apps in iOS 7
iOS 7 isn’t simply a bunch of new icon designs. Apple changed the way quite a few features work, including multitasking. Here’s how to close apps on and iPhone or iPad in iOS 7.
- 18 September 2013
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How-Tos: How to update your iPhone, iPad or iPod to iOS 7
iOS 7 is here. Here's everything you need to know about updating your iPhone 4, 4S, 5, iPad 2, iPad with Retina screen and fifth-generation iPod touch to the latest software. Updated: 18th September
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How-Tos: How to clean your gadgets
When was the last time you cleaned your keyboard or disinfected your smartphone? Jim Martin explains how to safely sanitise all your gadgets.
- 29 August 2013
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How-Tos: Move data from Android phone to SD card
We explain how to move apps from Android phone to SD card, how to move files and photos from Android phone to SD card, andhow to save files to the SD card on your Android phone.
- 30 July 2013
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How-Tos: Parental control on Android
Kids are increasingly tech-savvy these days, and even a toddler will manage to use your Android smartphone or tablet in ways you didn't know were possible. Apart from running up a heavy bill in app and game purchases, this means your children may also be at risk from online predators and adult content. Here we show you how to set up sensible parental controls, and explain the new restricted profiles feature added to Android Jelly Bean 4.3.
- 29 July 2013
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How-Tos: Get Android 4.3
Last week Google promised an update to its Android Jelly Bean OS that would roll out immediately. Nevertheless, many Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 tablet, and Samsung Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 4 smartphone owners are still waiting to download Android 4.3. Here's how to get Android 4.3 Jelly Bean today.
- 18 July 2013
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How-Tos: How to save Google Maps offline
If you don't have internet access but need to find your way around town here's a great tip for downloading and using offline Google Maps on your iPhone, iPad or Android.
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How-Tos: Get live coverage of The Ashes 2013 cricket
The Ashes 2013 test cricket series is England vs Australia at its best. Here's how to get live coverage of The Ashes on TV, radio and alternative methods.
- 10 July 2013
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How-Tos: How to delete trash in Gmail on Android
Deleting your Gmail trash on an Android smartphone or tablet couldn’t be easier. Here’s where we show you how it’s done.
- 02 July 2013
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How-Tos: Flash on Android
Adobe may have cut support for Flash in Android Jelly Bean, but the great many sites and services that continue to make heavy use of the standard suggest it's far from dead. For those of us relying on a Jelly Bean phone or tablet as our main computer, and who still want to access Flash content such as catch-up TV, online games and video, it's a real problem. Here's how to get around the issue and add Flash to Android.
- 01 July 2013
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How-Tos: Windows 8 video app of the week: 4oD
4oD allows you to watch not only current shows, but also TV programmes from Channel 4's vast archive
- 30 June 2013
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How-Tos: Become an internet sensation by making a vlog
There’s no need for a fancy studio or expensive lighting and audio equipment either, it’s possible to become an internet sensation using just your laptop or tablet
- 25 June 2013
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How-Tos: Recover your laptop with tracking software
Tracking software might sound a bit draconian, but it has genuinely helped people be reunited with stolen laptops
- 24 June 2013
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How-Tos: How to clean your laptop/tablet screen
The curse of the greasy, fingerprint covered screen is something many computer users are becoming aware of as more and more devices are touch enabled
- 21 June 2013
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How-Tos: Convertible laptops and the joy of text
One of the advantages of turning your laptop into a tablet is that it makes reading books much more comfortable
- 18 June 2013
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How-Tos: How to use a Windows 8 tablet for design work
If you’re a designer or an artist then using a stylus on screen is a great way of getting more done in a natural way
- 30 May 2013
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How-Tos: How to put photos on iPhone or iPad
In this feature we explore several different ways of putting photos on to iPhones and iPads.
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iPad mini vs Tesco Hudl tablet comparison review: should you buy a Tesco Hudl tablet or an iPad mini?
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14 best smartphones: The best phone you can buy in 2013
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How to close running apps in iOS 7: iPhone now works like Android
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Apple iPad 5 release date, price and specs rumours
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Apple iPhone 5C vs iPhone 5 comparison review: What’s the difference between the iPhone 5c and iPhone 5?
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iPhone 6 release date: When will the iPhone 6 be launched?
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iPad mini 2 release date, specs and price in the UK 2013
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Google Nexus 5 release date, price, photos and specs rumours
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PS4 release date, specs and its backwards compatibility issues: What you need to know about the PlayStation 4
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Apple iPhone 5S and iPhone 6 to launch in September
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iPad mini vs Tesco Hudl tablet comparison review: should you buy a Tesco Hudl tablet or an iPad mini?
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Apple iPhone 5C vs iPhone 5 comparison review: What’s the difference between the iPhone 5c and iPhone 5?
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Kindle Fire HD vs Tesco Hudl vs Kindle Fire HD 8.9 tablet comparison review
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LG G2 review: The best smartphone you can buy
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HTC One review: great high-end Android matches, but can't beat the best. A good deal
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How to close running apps in iOS 7: iPhone now works like Android
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How to set a song on your iPhone as a ringtone
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How to format a write-protected USB flash drive or memory card
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How to transfer photos from computer to iPhone the easy way: use Photo Stream
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How to transfer files and apps from Android phone, Android tablet to SD card
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