Since then, dual cameras have become almost a mandatory feature on several mid and high-range Android phones. However, not all dual-camera setups are the same. Some smartphones come with a primary lens that does the main job while the secondary is either in the form of monochrome, wide-angle or a telephoto lens. Today, we’re going to dig deep into the functionality a telephoto lens and it’s importance in smartphone cameras....

Hence, it’s only natural that our phones gradually become hoarders of all things — important or unnecessary. In such times, file and storage manager apps for Android rise to the occasion to clear the phone storage and save us from the jeopardy better known as the ‘Not-enough-internal-storage’ warning. However, in this age of abundance, it’s difficult to call the bad ones out among the plethora of storage manager apps. Thankfully, this scenario changes with Files Go, the new app from Google, which not only manages your files and docs like a pro but also focuses on how to free up space on your phone....

Many new features have been introduced and many existing ones tweaked to make them better, based on the user feedback. So let’s see the top ten of those. First, How Do I Get It? While the official rollout will begin in phases, starting from 11th April, the impatient among you can head over MS’s site to download the Update assistant. The Update Assistant will download and install the Creator’s update keeping your system as it is....

Different users face myriad types of issues related to the Google Family Play Library. While some are unable to join a family group, others cannot share apps with other Google family members. Similarly, for several users, some apps are shareable, and a few are not. That’s quite confusing. Let’s understand the reasons and various ways to fix Google Family Play Library not working issue. 1. Limitations on Changing Family Group You can join only one family group at a time....

Before proceeding with the fixes mentioned in this troubleshooting guide, you should play a different video in a new tab. That’s to check if the issue occurred for a single video only. With that, you can be sure the issue isn’t limited to a single video but happens for all the YouTube videos. Also, try playing any offline audio or video on your PC. If that works fine, it’s time to begin the troubleshooting process for YouTube’s low volume issue in Chrome....

A while back, we looked into freeing up iCloud storage on iPhone and iPad. In this post, we shall explore ways to do that on the Mac as well. By the end, you will hopefully have lots of spare iCloud storage available. Let’s get started. 1. Delete Obsolete Backups By default, iPhones and iPads are automatically configured to back up data to iCloud. However, you can choose to delete the backups of any devices that you no longer use (or own) to free up huge chunks of storage right from your Mac....

The popular apps that are available on the Play Store are usually designed for medium or high budget devices leaving the owners of old Android devices in the lurch. This post is about helping those users, or anyone who’s interested in useful apps that have a small footprint. We have handpicked top 11 small-sized apps, each of which have a size less than 1MB. Last year, Google launched the optimized version of its Android Oreo for low budget phones....

There could be several reasons behind the notification issue on iPad, such as Do Not Disturb mode, low alert volume, paired Bluetooth devices, and more. For some, the issue might get fixed by a simple reboot. Others may need to reset iPad settings. The solutions mentioned here will work on all iPad models – iPad Pro, iPad, and iPad mini. Let’s see what works for you. 1. Reboot iPad Similar to mobile phones, you should start the troubleshooting process by restarting your Apple iPad....

The digital canvas from Microsoft, known as Whiteboard is not only free, but it’s intelligent too. With features like shape, table, and ink recognition, Whiteboard offers an infinite canvas that works well with touch, digital pen, and keyboard. Consider this post as your Microsoft Whiteboard tutorial. Here you will find both basic and advanced tips and tricks for it. Let’s check them out. 1. Move Canvas You can move or pan around the canvas by holding the left mouse button and dragging the canvas....

Though some (read: few) VPNs are free for life, most require a subscription to continue using it. I did my best to find solid VPN services for Mac that are relatively inexpensive. If you want to protect your privacy when using your Mac or just need access to some international links, definitely take a look at these apps. 1. SaferVPN SaferVPN has a fantastic interface for Mac and lets you choose which country you want to connect with....

Timestamp (or date and time as it is more popularly known), was a common feature in many analog cameras. But the switch to DSLRs and eventually to smartphone cameras meant that this little feature got lost in the process. Thankfully now, the EXIF data of image stores all the information about time. So, even if the native camera app doesn’t support it, there are still some nifty little ways to add timestamps to photos on Android....

If you want to buy quality gaming headsets with noise-canceling mics, here’s our curated list featuring a few of the best ones out there. So, without further ado, let’s have a look. But first, Messy table? Take a look at the best cord organizers for desksHere are the best braided USB-C cables that you can buy 1. SteelSeries Arctis Pro Type: Wireless Apart from sporting a simple look, the SteelSeries Arctis Pro is every bit stylish....

At this point, you might argue that it’s better to get offline free video editing software. You are not entirely wrong. However, I wouldn’t want to fire up a big software just to make short funny videos. Want something light, and preferably online. Also, sometimes simple is better. So, here are some of the top free online video editors with no awkward watermark at the bottom. 1. Clipchamp Clipchamp has a lot to offer, including an advanced interface....

Unlike the good old days of Polaroid cameras, instant cameras are no longer big and bulky. Some of the modern instant cameras are sleek and slim (compared to their ancient counterparts), making it easy for kids and young children to hold the camera. Besides that, instant cameras make for great holiday gift options as well. So if you are in the market looking for some great instant cameras for kids, here are our top recommendations....

These are simple accessories that you can drill to the wall. You’ll need to ensure that the satellite unit can connect to your home Wi-Fi before making the placement permanent. The best part is that the wall mounts for Netgear Orbi routers are affordable and offer a clean design. Of course, you’ll need to check and confirm the compatibility of the satellite units before buying them. Now that it’s settled, here are the best wall mounts for Netgear Orbi routers....

Are you facing the same error when using the Epic Launcher to play a game? First, it’s a good idea to check whether your Internet connection speeds are sufficient to run the game. If that’s not a problem, don’t worry. We have compiled the best solutions to fix the no connection or the AS-3 error in the Epic Games Launcher on Windows 11. 1. Allow Epic Games Launcher Through The Windows Defender Firewall Windows Defender Firewall permits or denies programs from accessing the network or other Internet resources to stop malicious apps and programs from accessing your computer from outside the network or contacting other locations from your computer....

During my research, I found that the problem is not specific to select phone models but can happen on any smartphone. That can be frustrating as most people like to listen to music when doing other stuff like working out, traveling and other activities. Unlocking the phone just to interact with the Spotify app seems tedious. Let’s take a look at some potential solutions. 1. Try to Log out and Log Back In Some of our readers suggest that logging out and then logging back in helped them resolve this issue....

Besides having a good camera sensor, a good drone requires a gimbal to record stable footage. This is an aspect you should consider before investing in a drone. Getting a good drone with a gimbal on a budget can be challenging, but we’ve made it simple. Here are the best budget drones with a gimbal under $300 to help record crisp footage without breaking the bank. Before we get to the drones, here are some other articles you may be interested in –...

Adobe Lightroom remains one of the preferred apps for photographers to edit photos. The company has brought the same excellent photo editing tools to videos. You can now apply presets, change light, color, and effects, or even trim the video in Lightroom. You no longer need to use another video editing app to make small changes. 1. Crop a Video As the name suggests, the Crop tool allows you to trim unnecessary footage from the video....

There could be many reasons behind an app crashing on Windows, right from a bad Windows update to a critical system error. If the usual solutions such as updating or reinstalling apps haven’t helped, try applying the fixes mentioned below to save yourself from reoccurring app crashes. 1. SFC Scan Corrupted system files can be responsible for all sorts of crashes and errors occurring on Windows. Thankfully, Windows has a nifty SFC (System File Checker) scanner to find and repair these independently....