Latest Tablets How-To
- 03 January 2014
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How-Tos: How to delete browsing history on iPad
There are two ways to delete browsing history on iPad running iOS 7 - one via the Safari web browser itself, and the other using the Settings app. They are both very simple. Here we explain how to delete the web browsing history on an iPad.
- 31 December 2013
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How-Tos: Tech Jargon Buster - January 2014
We explain in plain English technology terminology. Tech terms explained in our Tech Jargon Buster. Updated 31 December 2013.
- 27 December 2013
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How-Tos: How to capture screen on iPad and iPhone
Here's how to record the screen of your iPad or iPhone. iPad/iPhone screen capture explained.
- 26 December 2013
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How-Tos: How to watch US Netflix on an Android smartphone or Tablet
Here's where we show you how you can watch US Netflix content on you're Android device even though when you are in the UK.
- 25 December 2013
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How-Tos: How to transfer iTunes library to Android
Transfer your iTunes music library to your Android smartphone or tablet in four simple steps.
- 20 December 2013
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How-Tos: How to change Google ID on an Android Smartphone or Tablet
Here's where we show you how to change the Google ID on an Android smartphone or tablet.
- 21 November 2013
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How-Tos: Get free live coverage of The Ashes 2013-2014 cricket
The Ashes 2013-2014 test cricket series heads to Australia as England try retain the title. Here's how to get live coverage of The Ashes on TV, radio and alternative methods.
- 18 November 2013
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How-Tos: Stop Android apps automatically updating
Here's a step by step guide on how to stop Android smartphone and tablet apps from automatically updating.
- 11 November 2013
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How-Tos: How to get files off a corrupt SD card
We show you how to get files off a corrupt SD card. How to recover photos and other data from an SD card that has stopped working.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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Moto G vs Moto X comparison review: What's the best Motorola smartphone?
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17 best smartphones: The best phone you can buy in 2014
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Nexus 5 vs Moto X comparison review: Which Google Android smartphone should you buy?
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Motorola Moto G vs Samsung Galaxy S3 smartphone comparison review: which is the best budget Android phone?
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New smartphones of 2014: best new phones launching in 2014
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New Fitbit Force wristband adds missing Flex features - display, altimeter, time, Caller ID; UK release date
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iPhone 6 release date: When will the iPhone 6 be launched?
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The 26 best role playing games ever
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Apple iPhone 5S and iPhone 6 to launch in September
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Kurio Phone is first smartphone for kids with stacks of safety features for parents
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Moto G vs Moto X comparison review: What's the best Motorola smartphone?
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Nexus 5 vs Moto X comparison review: Which Google Android smartphone should you buy?
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Motorola Moto G vs Samsung Galaxy S3 smartphone comparison review: which is the best budget Android phone?
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New Nexus 7 review (2013); the new 7-inch Google tablet is very good
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LG G2 review: The best smartphone you can buy
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How to set any song as a ringtone on your iPhone: including in iOS 7
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How to format a write-protected USB flash drive or memory card
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Can you retrieve deleted texts from iPhone? Restore deleted SMS messages on iPhone
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How to play PS3 games on PS4: Is it possible?
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How to close running apps in iOS 7: iPhone now works like Android
Latest Videos
Misfit Shine Activity Monitor review - wearable gadget aimed at tracking aerobic activity
The Misfit Shine is a wearable activity monitor aimed at getting you to do that bit more exercise. It costs £99 and can be worn both as a watch and over your belt. Here's PC Advisor's Misfit Shine video review (includes 'acting').
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Advent Vega Tegra Note 7 video review: flawed but still a great budget Android tablet
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Video: Apple iPad mini 2 - a Retina screen arrives on the littlest iPad
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Video: Nokia Lumia 1520 review - Windows phablet has top build quality, great camera and good looking screen
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Video: Sony Xperia Z Ultra review - a phablet that's just too big
Latest Reviews
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Moto G vs Moto X comparison review: What's the best Motorola smartphone?
Motorola, now owned by Google, has a couple of smartphones on the market but which is better for…
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Jawbone Up review: an easy-to-use activity tracker that lacks a display and wireless synching
Simple to use and easy to understand, the Up seems like a good fitness tracker, but it's let…
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Fitbit One long-term review: a great activity tracker at a sensible price
If you need some motivation to get active, the Fitbit One will do the job. It tracks your steps,…
Downloads
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QuickMove 1.5
Quickly get your PC organised with this handy file management tool
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PDFFill Tools 11.0
Create, convert, watermark, encrypt and process PDFs
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StereoPhoto Maker 4.52
Create, view and work with 3D images
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V-Radio 2.5.0
Browse and listen to 1,000 radio stations
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Google Play Movies & TV 1.0.1 for Android
Watch Google Play movies on your phone/ tablet