Textra for Android Today I am going to review an all new messaging app called Textra, which is the very first app on the Play Store that features the Android Lollipop Material Design look. After you install the app, it will take some time for the initial setup before you can start using it. Once the setup is done, the app will load all your messages, and at the bottom of the screen you will see the option to make Textra the default messaging app....

Many of us have this habit of locking sensitive apps or messaging services with a pattern or PIN lock so as to keep information from prying eyes or snooping friends (friends, I tell you). While we may think that these app lockers are like the ultimate barrier between a snooper and information, then we have to say that it’s not entirely true. Yeah, app lockers can also be broken into, and that too, quite easily....

1. Turn Your Echo Show into a Digital Photo Frame Yep, you read that right. You can easily turn your Echo Show into a digital photo frame. This one works by pulling photos from your Facebook or Prime Photos and playing them in a slideshow. To link the account, go to Settings of your Alexa app and select Settings > Photos and tap on Link my account. Now, tap on the Home button, and you’ll see a nice slideshow of your photos....

The company does offer some compelling options. And the internet is full of individual designers creating Google Slides templates for a specific use. As you may know, Google Slides is available on Android, iOS, and Web. Their mobile apps get the job done, but the template functionality is best served on the desktop. In this post, I will talk about the top eleven Google Docs templates that may help you in one way or the other....

Sure Warcraft 3: Reforged has seen its fair amount of controversies after its release, but to tell you the truth, the revamp in the graphics department sure looks cool. So, if you’re someone who gets excited by the slightest mention of Warcraft 3: Reforged, we have put together an awesome list of HD wallpapers (for PC & phones) for the fan in you. Note: To download these images, right-click on the image of your choice and click Save image as....

Though WhatsApp status isn’t as compelling as Instagram stories, you can do a lot with them as well. Some features are even exclusive to WhatsApp status. Whether you are a WhatsApp status newbie or an old-timer, here we shall tell you how to take them to the next level with these 17 tips and tricks. 1. Add Links to Status Unlike popular Instagram stories that let you post links only on business accounts having more than 10K followers, WhatsApp is more generous since anyone can post links on status....

We talked about a dialer app in the past that uses the T9 contact search feature. To make things better for users in the iOS ecosystem, today I am going to talk about two apps for iPhone that can bulk delete, merge duplicates, and also back up contacts. Now the thing is, you might stumble upon a lot of apps with a simple search on the App Store. But almost all of these apps ask you to pay even before they process a single contact for you....

You can either use the default formatting options, use themes to add some life to those charts, or opt for an add-on to make changes. Let us show you how to format tables and charts in Google Sheets without further ado. 1. Change Table Colors Google Sheets has default formatting options to change the header, footer, and cell colors. Let’s check it in action. Step 1: Open a spreadsheet in Google Sheets....

Now, things have come a long way from that and most websites just require your computer to have Adobe Flash Player installed, leaving you to worry only about finding websites to watch your favorite sports. Well, now you don’t have to worry about even that, since we have done the heavy lifting for you and created a short list with some of the best websites out there where you can watch live sports for free....

Screen annotation tools prove helpful in marking a specific object in a picture, filling PDF forms, and even signing documents on the go. Marking up images makes its message clear, and makes it easier for your audience to understand what you want to convey. We, at Guiding Tech, use annotation tools a lot. Check out some of the trusted and useful screen annotation tools we use. 1. Acrobat Reader Adobe Acrobat is probably the most used PDF reader in the world....

Besides shielding from the impacts of falls, a simple case also does the added job of preventing scratches and other abrasions on the phone’s surface. After all, you wouldn’t want the phone’s back or the display to be marred by scratches, right? So, if you are looking for some cases and covers for the new OnePlus Nord, here are some of our recommendations. Enhance your OnePlus experience with these must-have apps....

Now, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t look for alternatives. There are a couple of issues with Things 3. The first one is availability. As I mentioned earlier, the app is only available on iOS and macOS. Meaning, if you are using Android as a secondary device or have a Windows PC, then you are out of place. The second is the price. It’s one-time and on a higher side. The iOS version costs $10....

Thankfully, the error message also cites the driver that needs attention. In this post, we’ll share a few ways how to fix the ‘A driver cannot load on this device’ message on your Windows 11 PC. So, let’s start. 1. Update Driver If a driver is incompatible, Windows may fail to load it. In most cases, you can fix such issues by merely updating the driver. Hence, you should start with that....

If you encounter this problem while using Chrome Remote Desktop, the following troubleshooting tips should help. So, let’s take a look at them. 1. Check Your Internet Connection Chrome Remote Desktop requires both computers to have an active internet connection to work. Hence, before you spend time on more intensive fixes, rule out any issues caused by an unstable internet connection. It’s worth noting that if the computer you’re trying to access is connected to a work or school network, you may have trouble connecting to it....

What if someone wants to customize the badge style or change its color and size? Unfortunately, you don’t get this by default in Android and you’d need to rely on launchers. Here are the top 6 Android launchers with notification badges that work on almost all devices. 1. Evie Launcher With a size of just 7MB, Evie Launcher packs a bunch of cool stuff. There are many features that set it apart from the rest....

Not everyone is a fan of Safari’s new tab management, boring white background, or a simple home screen. With Safari’s personalization options, you can easily tune the Safari experience to your liking. Follow the methods below and make necessary changes to the Safari browser to make it truly yours. 1. Try New Tab Design With macOS Monterey, Apple is offering a different way to organize your tabs. You can either keep your tabs separate (the default option) or use the compact layout....

There are thousands of iPhone cases out there. Everything from dirt cheap to super classy. But which are actually worthy buying? If you’ve got a new iPhone 6 and want to put that baby in a case (either to get a better grip on those curved sides and slippery back or you think it might just save you from Bendgate), check out our recommendations below. Learn about iOS 8: Now that you have an iPhone 6 to play with, it’s time to get acquainted with the power features of iOS 8 like widgets and extensions....

If you’ve been missing out on meetings and deadlines because your iPhone can’t sync your calendar, then you’re at the right place. This guide offers a few troubleshooting tips that should get your iPhone to sync the calendar again. So, let’s check it out. 1. Refresh Calendars You can start by refreshing your calendar first to see if that helps pull up new information. To do that, launch the Calendar app and switch to the Calendars tab....

The behavior can simply mess up your workflow as you depend on File Explorer to access and move files between drives and folders. If you are among those experiencing File Explorer not opening issue, it’s time to troubleshoot it using the tricks below. 1. Restart File Explorer You can simply restart the File Explorer app from the Task Manager. Follow the steps below. Step 1: Hit the Windows key and search for Task Manager....

You may return to digging through folders when the File Explorer search fails to work. However, it’s tedious and time-consuming. Unlike Finder on Mac, there is no way to sort out important files and folders via tags on Windows. You’ll need to rely on the search function to quickly find the file. Here are the top ways to fix File Explorer search not working on Windows 11. 1. Restart Windows Search Service File Explorer is a part of Windows Explorer Services....