There were all kinds of live wallpapers, and still are, for that matter. Waterfalls, flowers growing, clouds moving, nature scenes changing depending on the time, and lots more. Some were amazing, but most of them sucked. And they really sucked the battery life out of my Gingerbread based phone. By the time Ice Cream Sandwich and Jelly Bean showed up, I was glad we were done with live wallpapers. The time of bloated, trashy, and tacky was finally over....

Thankfully, changing DNS servers on Windows is relatively quick and painless. In this post, we’ll walk you through 3 different ways to change the DNS server on Windows 11. So, let’s start. When Should You Change It Under ideal conditions, you wouldn’t need to change the DNS server on Windows. However, if you experience unusually slow internet speeds and errors like DNS server isn’t responding, it’s a good idea to switch to public DNS servers on Windows 11....

It’s one thing for the entire app not to work, and its another for a section or feature within the app to stop working or occasionally malfunction. You can try the usual she-bang of Restart, Reset and Reinstall. If you only have issues using the app’s Translation feature, then proceed to the methods below. 1. Re-Enable Translated Conversation You want to make sure that Skype translation services are enabled on your Skype app for the conversation you want to be translated into another language....

However, that’s easier said than done. For one, if you rely on the LED notification for missed call alerts and messages, the transition can be difficult. Even after a month of using OnePlus 6T as my daily driver, I still subconsciously reach for the headphone jack. Old habits die hard, they say. Nothing much can be done about the headphone jack. Fortunately, there’s a workaround for the notification LED through third-party apps that act as an alternative by using the display....

And to make it worth your while, journal apps do a lot more than just let you write and add photos. They’ll provide Touch ID security, will let you share entries directly on the web, and some of them will even take an automated approach to journaling. Just connecting your social media accounts and Camera Roll will create your own personal timeline. Journals for Android: Check out our list of top 3 journal apps for Android and learn more about cross-platform automated journal apps....

While having the ability to view PDF files on a Windows computer without downloading a third-party app is a welcome step, the PDF readers present inside browsers offer basic features only. That makes one look for alternatives such as Adobe Reader. So, if you want to open your PDF documents in Acrobat Reader instead of a browser, you are in the right place. Let’s check various methods to do that....

A clear case for the Motorola Edge Plus means that the design and the beauty of your phone will shine through in all its glory, whether it’s the Smokey Sangria or the Thunder Grey. You might have also noticed that the camera module doesn’t sit flush with the body and lends a wobbly feel to the phone when kept on a flat surface. A phone case helps prevent just that....

The Android 11’s screen recorder functionality lets you record audio as well. So you can narrate the videos while recording them. Besides that, you can even enable the ability to show touches on the screen. Interested in having the feature ASAP? Let’s see how to fix the missing Screen Recorder functionality on your Android 11 phone. 1. Check Requirements You might find this odd, but you should make sure you are running a proper build of Android 11 on your phone....

Replacing the color in an image can be used to change the background colors for products. You can also use the concept of recoloring images for changing the color of the sky, clothes, eyes, and similar things. We have handpicked 5 websites that let you replace the colors in your pictures for free. Let’s check them out. 1. Lunapic One of the best online photo editors, Lunapic doesn’t disappoint when it comes to doing the job of replacing colors in images....

In this post, we’ve listed all the possible solutions to help you get rid of the ‘Error writing proxy settings’ message on your Windows 11 PC. So, without further ado, let’s check them out. 1. Disable Startup Programs Since the error mostly occurs at startup, one of the startup apps or programs is likely responsible for it. You can prevent unwanted apps and programs from starting at the boot to see if that helps....

With background blur enabled, Google Meet will put the focus on your face by blurring the background. It’s like the portrait mode of mobile phones these days but for video calls. So if your surroundings are messy or don’t want to reveal your surroundings, you can blur it. But for that, the feature needs to work. Let’s see how to fix background blur not showing in Google Meet. 1. Restart Computer ‘Have you tried turning it off and on?...

There are several causes of the error. The most common ones are: Unassigned or wrong drive letters.Disabled file and printer sharing options.Insufficient disk space in the network server.Problems during the mapping process. We have compiled solutions to fix the ‘local device name is already in use’ error on Windows 10. 1. Assign or Change Drive Letter A missing or wrong drive letter can cause the ‘local device name is already in use’ error on Windows....

It’s common for Windows computers to get stuck during usage or on either end of the power spectrum—startup and shutdown. Earlier, we prepared a detailed guide explaining how to fix a PC stuck on the shutdown screen. In this post, we’ll cover some proven troubleshooting ideas for fixing a Windows 10 computer that won’t go past the welcome or sign in screen after booting up. A quick way to fix this issue is to force-shutdown your PC by holding the power button until it goes off....

OneDrive throwing memories notifications may put you off from your productive hours. After all, who would like to check out OneDrive photos from the past right in the middle of work? Go through the steps below and disable OneDrive memories notifications on Windows and mobile. 1. Make Changes from OneDrive Settings OneDrive offers an option to turn off memories notifications from the Settings menu. Here’s how to use it. Step 1: Click on the OneDrive icon on the Windows 10 or Windows 11 taskbar....

You no longer need to spend hours finding your stapler or favorite pen on the desk. Your desktop organizer neatly keeps all the stationery items in one place. Let’s start. Check these out as well: Here are some cool office desk accessories you can check out. Grab one cable management accessories to tend the wires on your desk. Love coffee or tea? Get one of these coffee mug warmers....

Typically, you won’t be able to resize or move the Discord window anywhere on your desktop screen. Although Discord has a dedicated fullscreen mode shortcut for distraction-free usage, it can sometimes get stuck and cause such problems. We will share workable fixes for you to fix Discord when it is stuck in fullscreen mode on Windows. Let’s check them out. How to Enable Fullscreen Mode on Discord Let’s first begin by knowing how to use Discord’s fullscreen mode....

If you often use your iPad Pro both for business and pleasure, then it makes sense to buy a keyboard with it. So that when the time comes, you can attach the keyboard and get going with your work. Besides making it easy to type, most of these keyboard cases also protect the iPad’s screen from scratches and scuff marks in the long run. Here are our top recommendations for the best keyboards for the Apple M1 iPad Pro....

If you’ve been experiencing similar issues with the app, the following troubleshooting tips should help. So, let’s take a look at them. 1. Run Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter One of the safe ways to begin is to use the Windows Store apps troubleshooter that comes bundled inside the Windows 11. It will scan all of your apps—including Sticky Notes—for common problems and recommend solutions accordingly. Follow the steps below to run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter....

Touchpad gestures help to navigate and save time while using Windows. Here are the fixes you can employ if touchpad gestures aren’t working on your Windows 11 laptop. 1. Clean the Touchpad A dirty touchpad can sometimes prevent Windows from reading your finger movements correctly. If you haven’t cleaned your laptop in a while, now might be a good time. Use a clean cloth to rub off any dirt or oil from your touchpad....

Yes, the importance of games and the Internet can’t be stressed enough, especially when you are stuck in traffic, waiting for the metro or when you’re in a boring meeting (c’mon we all have done that!). If you’re someone like me, I bet you’d like to try out awesome new games every few days. Keeping that in mind, we have curated some of the best and cool Android games that you can play when you catch yourself in the dull and monotonous moments in life....