The same goes with the browser history that keeps on recording your each and every move you make on the internet. The spell check and history are indeed useful for many, but if you ask me, I am better off with it. I disabled spell check and history on my Firefox and if any one of you would like to implement the same, here’s how it’s done. Disabling Firefox Spell Check Click on Firefox button and open the browser settings by clicking on the Options button....

We receive dozens of messages from friends, family, banks, marketing companies each day. Sometimes, the most important messages get tucked away in those irrelevant messages. With iOS 14, one can easily pin conversations on the top for easy access and reach. The default Messages app now comes with a bunch of customization options, and it has carried functions from the well-known SMS Organizer app from Microsoft. The Messages app now offers filters to make it easy for users to find the most relevant messages easily....

But of course, there’s need for more. Wouldn’t it be great if you take the basic map from Apple Maps and customize it? Say, save places you want to visit on the next vacation? Tag places around the city? Even share marked places with friends? Check out their saved places? I mean, planning the next outing or the process of moving to a new city would be just much easier, right?...

For example, say that you signed in to Chrome with your Google Account in a shared desktop or mobile. After you’ve completed browsing, you must remove it to prevent others from accessing your sensitive browsing data such as passwords and bookmarks. Let’s go through what you must do to remove a Google Account from the desktop, Android, and iOS versions of Chrome. Note: It’s best to review the Chrome Sync settings and back up any unsynced data to your Google Account before proceeding....

However, some desktop and laptop users might feel that this feature can come in the way of their security and in that case disabling it altogether would be the best option. So lets see how you can disable the reveal password button throughout Windows easily. Disabling Reveal Password Button in Windows Step 1: Open the Windows Run box, type in gpedit.msc and press enter to open Windows 8 Group Policy Editor....

I know, sounds scary, but what’s even scarier is the ‘restore’ or ‘reopen the last session’ button not appearing after re-opening Chrome. What do you do? Don’t worry, we have an easy fix for you. Doesn’t matter if you accidentally closed the browser or it crashed, this will surely help you. How to Restore Chrome Tabs After Crash? Fire up your Chrome after it has been accidentally shut and if you don’t see the ‘restore’ option highlighted below the address bar, access the three-dot menu on the top-right corner of the browser....

Turning off your activity status is a viable way to discourage ardent fans from vying for your attention, but even that may not be enough if you have a lot of followers who message you regardless. So, can you do anything about it? Sadly, there is no native setting to completely disable the feature. However, you can in fact tone down on the amount of messages that you receive to only blogs that you follow — which in essence translates to actually turning off instant messaging for good....

While there is a handy solution to this for Gmail, in the form of Boomerang, I haven’t been able to discover much for other email services. What I mean is to be able to draft messages and schedule or delay their delivery to a very specific and precise time/day. The trick, however, is very simple for MS Outlook users. And since I have moved on to using the client, it works as a lifesaver for me....

All I do is swipe down from the homescreen and start typing an app’s name. Before I’m done with typing the first 2-3 characters, the app I want is right there as the first option. I tap and viola, I’m in the app. If you’ve used an iPhone long enough, you must be familiar with this feature. If not, start using it now. Because with iOS 9, Apple has gone one step forward....

Chromecast the ultra-cheap $35 dongle that allows you to quickly stream content from your Android devices (and even the PC) right over to your big-screen television. If you like the idea of being able to quickly push online content from your mobile device to your TV, then Chromecast is certainly worth the money. But did you know you can get (nearly) the same functionality for absolutely free? You read that right....

Unlike Windows, the Touch ID hardware is tightly integrated in macOS. You can use it to authenticate in-app purchases, Apple Pay payments, login system, and other aspects of the macOS system. In 2020, Apple is offering more reasons to purchase a MacBook with lower price and higher base storage. If you have recently purchased one, then I would highly recommend you to enable and use Touch ID in Mac. It will save you adding an Apple ID password repetitively and makes the whole macOS experience seamless....

While Instagram already supports third-party authenticator app and text message, you can now receive authentication codes on WhatsApp too. With such flexible options, it’s really important you set up a two-factor authentication (2FA) for your Instagram login. We’ll show you how to set up and use the two-factor authentication (2FA) on Instagram. Let’s get right into it. How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) with Authenticator App If you’re already using an authenticator app to log in to other apps on your phone, you can use that app to enable two-factor authentication on Instagram as well....

Unlocking and logging in to your PC can be dreary, especially if you have so many login credentials to remember. Thanks to biometric technology, you can ditch your password for an easier and more secure way of logging in to your computer. That’s why you must Windows Hello on Windows 10 and eliminate the possibility of unauthorized access. One of the most convenient and great features that came with Microsoft’s free upgrade offer to Windows 10 is Windows Hello....

The Remote Desktop Protocol or RDP is a key feature in Windows 10 Pro. With that enabled, you can connect to computers on the network, either to troubleshoot issues or to work from that computer/server. But it can stop functioning abruptly at times and leave users like us in a fix. So, if you are facing connection issues with Windows Remote Desktop, here are a few solutions that might work in your favor....

Google to the Rescue Google has added a nifty little utility especially for people who love playing games on phones. This is called the Play Games app. This utility allows users to track games and related data and even sync progress across multiple devices that you have. In this tutorial, we will be making use of Google’s official Play Games app and will sync game progress data from one device to another....

It won’t be a stretch to say that you use Docs, Sheets and Slides for personal or work use. Google Drive has an easy to use interface for browsing and viewing files. But there isn’t really a tool for transferring ownership of a file from one account to another. Yes, you can share documents but that only gives the other person access to the file. The ultimate control over admin tools for the file stay with the original owner....

I love watching movies and other videos with caption turned on because I always want to know everything everyone says. Yes, I’m the type that pays close attention to detail. Personal preference aside, there are other beneficial uses of caption and we shall talk about them all in this post. Also, you’ll also learn how to turn on captions on your Android smartphone. How Does Caption Work on Android? The captions are the text that appear at the bottom of your mobile, TV, or computer screen when you watch movies, cartoons, any video materials in general....

The News app is capable of delivering articles directly to your iOS device in a distraction-free reading format. Most importantly, you can customize the news so you only read about what interests you and don’t even have to look at any topics that you don’t care about. Follow along some of the necessary steps for setting up Apple News and getting the most out of it. Set Up Your Customized News Sources When you launch Apple News for the first time, the app will ask you to pick a few sources you’re interested in reading about....

But by limiting ourselves to the functionalities we’re used to, we’re not necessarily getting the most out of our devices. One feature worth checking out is Hot Corners, which makes numerous parts of our iPhones more accessible. But what are Hot Corners, and how do you use them? Keep reading to find out. What Are Hot Corners on iPhone Hot Corners are a feature that allows you to access specific parts and functionalities from the corners of your iPhone....

Facebook’s Avatars are a bigger deal compared to its rivals. First, it directly reaches over a billion users, and second, the company has left no stone unturned when it comes to customization options. In my experience, the customization options are even better than what Apple and Snapchat offer to users. After creating Facebook Avatar from scratch, the company offers a list of ready-to-use avatars with different expressions and styles. Understandably, there is no direct way to save them to your phone gallery....