In this post, we’ve listed five (5) different troubleshooting fixes whenever Google Authenticator doesn’t work on your iPhone. Usually, Authenticator will fail to work if there’s a discrepancy between the app’s time and your iPhone’s date/time configuration. And in the rare cases where the app won’t work despite having the correct date & time set on your device, the issue could be due to some other software-related problems. With that in mind, let’s dive straight into the solutions....

In this guide, we’ve outlined a few troubleshooting tips that will help fix the Search bar on Windows 11. So, let’s check them out. 1. Run Search and Indexing Troubleshooter Windows 11 carries a troubleshooter for just about every utility. So, if you can’t seem to enter search queries in the Windows search bar, you can start by running the search and indexing troubleshooter first. Step 1: Open the Start menu and click on the gear icon to open Settings....

These nifty devices dispense soap onto your hands automatically. You’ll need to place your hands underneath the stout. That’s it. And since you are not touching the device or the soap, you can rest assured that the device stays clean and germ-free. So if you are looking to upgrade your soap bottle, here are our top recommendations for the best automatic soap dispensers. Let’s take a look. But first,...

By losing a dedicated desktop app, you gain a slurry of extensions that will improve your productivity in Trello above and beyond what a desktop app could. So let’s get started. More on Trello: Trello is a great way to organize, whether it be small parts of your life or running your business. Check out the fastest ways to create Trello cards, how to stay on top of your Trello tasks at all times and how to integrate Trello tasks right into Sunrise’s Calendar....

So, if you are in the market searching for monitors with at least HDMI ports, here are some of the best ones. From gaming monitors to monitors for home or office, we have tried to cover all of them. 1. Dell S Series LED-Lit Monitor 32-inch S3219D This Dell monitor sports a minimalistic design with solid built quality. For video connectivity, it provides two HDMI 1.4 connectors. There are slim bezels on the edges....

Ideally, getting out of the Safe Mode should be a fairly plain and simple task. But if you’re stuck or just don’t know how to get out of it, we’ve listed out the top 6 ways to kick your phone out of Safe Mode, starting with the easiest to slightly more demanding. Note: These methods to get your phone into the Safe Mode may vary depending on your phone model and the Android version it runs....

USB Bluetooth adapters for PC makes the job of getting Bluetooth connectivity to your laptop or PC as easy as 1-2-3. All you need to do is plug them to a USB port of your system, and you will be set. However, not all adapters for PC are built equal. While some work brilliantly with mice and wireless keyboards, you won’t get the same experience with headphones or earphones. At times, you may see massive connection drops or significant latency in audio-video....

If you face similar issues with the Photos app, you’re at the right place. This guide should help you reinstate the Photos app back to its glory in no time. So, let’s check it out. 1. Restart the App Restarting the app is a troubleshooting fix that usually helps deal with any minor glitches on the app. So, if the Photos app is not responding or failing to load up images, you can start with that....

If you’ve been struggling to communicate with your favorite people because Telegram keeps on crashing on your Android or iPhone, this guide has a few tips that’ll help. So, let’s check them out. 1. Force Stop Telegram When an app on your phone starts misbehaving, the first thing you need to do is force close it and open it again. In most cases, it is good enough to fix any temporary glitches and prevent app crashes....

We totally understand that. That’s why we’re kicking off a new monthly series here on Guiding Tech, where we’ll showcase the best new apps for iPhones and iPads. So without much further ado, let’s take a look at some of the best free iOS apps for August 2019 that you must try. 1. 321Fit There are plenty of useful workout apps available on the App Store, but I’m sure you won’t find anything as unique as 321Fit....

If you can’t access the Action Center in Windows 11, below are some troubleshooting tips that might help. So, let’s check them out. 1. Restart Windows Explorer Windows Explorer is a critical process that provides the user interface for the Desktop, Taskbar, Start menu, File Explorer, and Action Center. So, if Action Center is not opening, restarting the Windows Explorer process will help. Step 1: Right-click the Start icon and select Task Manager from the list....

After connecting your phone to the wall-based charging adapter and it doesn’t charge, you might wonder why your phone doesn’t charge. It can be due to a faulty cable, adapter, or charging port going back. We will discuss every possible scenario and help you with a solution. 1. Check Charging Port This applies to old Android phones. Over the years, you might have damaged the charging port of your Android phone....

Dealing with a corrupt Windows installation or when your PC is infected with malicious files, it might interfere with the Control Panel. Instead of reinstalling the Windows 11 on your computer, you can go through the troubleshooting tricks to use Control Panel as usual. Without further ado, let’s get started. 1. Run Full PC Scan When you develop a habit of downloading media files from unknown sources on the web, you will end up with bogus and malicious files on your PC....

We recently faced such an error where the password manager extension failed to load properly. So we switched to the native password management app to see the login details for the website. If you are facing issues with extensions on Google Chrome, follow the tricks below to troubleshoot it. 1. Restart Google Chrome This is one of the basic steps to fix the extension loading issue on Google Chrome. Close the Chrome browser....

The audio issues on the admin side can interrupt the ongoing Google Meet meeting. Something that’s not ideal for the overall software experience. There can be many reasons behind the behavior. 1. Check Audio Before Meeting Google Meet allows you to check the audio and video before joining a meeting. You can tap on the Check audio and video option and select the default PC/Mac speakers for a smooth meeting....

It takes more time to get back to work when Mac restarts from scratch. The behavior is even more irritating when the device reboots right in the middle of work. Before such behavior waste more productivity hours, let’s troubleshoot the issue once and for all. 1. Use Safe Mode on Your Mac When you use your Mac in Safe mode, the device will start without login items, system extensions, and fonts not used by macOS....

It’s inconvenient when a basic function, such as text messaging, fails to work. To help out, we’ve listed a few troubleshooting tips to fix the ‘Message blocking is active’ error on your Android and iPhone. So, let’s take a look. 1. Verify the Recipient Number Your Android phone or iPhone may fail to send a text message if you’ve mistyped the recipient’s number or entered the incorrect country code. So, when the ‘Message blocking is active’ error appears is double-check the recipient number....

If you’ve already verified that your internet connection is fine and even restarted your PC, you might have to apply other solutions. Here are some troubleshooting tricks you can try. 1. Check Outlook Credentials Did you change your Outlook account password and forget to update the browser’s password manager? Incorrect user credentials are one of the most prominent reasons Outlook might fail to establish a connection to the servers. The quickest way to verify this is by signing out and signing back in....

Of course, if you’re using an unverified or sketchy-looking USB drive that you bought off the streets, it won’t work. However, if your USB drive is legit and the transfers have suddenly slowed down, you’ll need look closely at your PC. We’ve compiled some effective methods to fix slow USB file transfers in Windows 11. So, let’s start. 1. Try Another USB Port It’s a good idea to try another USB port on your computer....

Of course, while it’s not an actual currency, you can use it to carry out transactions on Google’s platforms. Here are the top 7 ways to make the best use of your Google Opinion Rewards Credits. What Is Google Opinion Rewards Google Opinion Rewards is an app available to download from the Play Store on any Android device. Once downloaded, the app will display certain surveys from time to time that can be randomly generated or based on your search and location history....