Pocket-lint - Apps https://www.pocket-lint.com Apps news? Apps guides? Apps reviews? Apps-olutely! Sat, 21 Oct 2023 02:00:26 GMT en-US hourly 60 <![CDATA[How to play daily crosswords on Apple News+: Who needs Wordle anyway?]]> One of the best parts of reading the newspaper is the crossword puzzle. You could spend hours trying to figure out all the little clues. Suppose you consume your news digitally through an Apple News+ subscription, and you miss the days of sitting down each day and solving word puzzles. In that case, you're in luck because full and mini crossword puzzles are available daily as part of your Apple News+ plan.

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Sat, 21 Oct 2023 02:00:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-play-daily-crosswords-apple-news-wordle-alternative/
<![CDATA[Get Microsoft Office Pro for life plus free training for 13% off ]]> It's hard to imagine getting stuff done without Microsoft Office. The productivity suite has been a key part of the company's business strategy for decades, and the vast majority of the world's companies still use it to create documents, spreadsheets and more. But buying it for personal use is a little expensive. That is, until now - this incredible deal that lets you take home the complete Microsoft Office suite and use it for life for 87 per cent off of the normal retail price.

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Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:01:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/get-microsoft-office-pro-for-life-plus-free-training-for-13-off/
<![CDATA[How to stop or allow snaps to be saved in Snapchat chats]]> Have you found yourself in a Snapchat group where your friends aren't able to save your snaps when you send them? Maybe you have the opposite problem and have noticed that people are saving your snaps when you'd really rather they didn't have that option.

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Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-stop-or-allow-snaps-to-be-saved-in-snapchat/
<![CDATA[I have used Photoshop Elements professionally for 15 years and with the addition of AI, you should too]]> As soon as you start talking about photo editing, you'll hear Photoshop drop into conversation. In fact, that brand name has been genericised, becoming a verb and added to the dictionary in 2008 - the same year that I started using it.

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Thu, 19 Oct 2023 17:00:54 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/photoshop-elements-2024-ai/
<![CDATA[How to use two WhatsApp accounts on one phone]]> WhatsApp has been a stalwart messaging service for years, but the last 12 months have brought many new features as its parent company, Meta, upgrades it for the future.

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Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-two-whatsapp-accounts-on-one-phone/
<![CDATA[What is Amazon PhotosPlus and what devices does it work with?]]> Smart displays are once again on the rise. Google has its nest hub and even an interesting dock for its Pixel Tablet, and Amazon has a whole range of Echo Show devices. These connected screens are a great way to improve your smart home works. They can show you the weather, quickly connect you with a friend on a video call, or let you watch a quick cooking tutorial in your kitchen.

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Wed, 18 Oct 2023 20:01:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-amazon-photosplus/
<![CDATA[What is Audible, how does it work, and how much does it cost?]]> Whether it’s on your commute, working out at the gym, or simply on a lazy Sunday afternoon, listening to audiobooks is a great way to catch up on the latest from your favorite author, the bestseller that’s all the rage, or practice a meditation guide. Audible is one of the biggest producers of audiobooks and other audio storytelling.

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Wed, 18 Oct 2023 16:00:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/amazon-audible-what-is-it-cost-benefits/
<![CDATA[Save $140 on lifetime PDF editing powers with PDF Extra]]> As common as PDF files are, editing PDF documents can get complex- and not to mention pricey. However, PDF extra allows for a user-friendly interface, and currently is offering a lifetime subscription at a $100 discount instead of its usual $240.

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Wed, 18 Oct 2023 14:09:57 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pdf-extra-deal/
<![CDATA[How to delete Snapchat: The quickest and easiest method]]> Are you trying to delete your Snapchat account and can't figure out how? It's actually fairly simple, we'll take you through the steps so you can get rid of Snap and move on with your day.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 22:01:37 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-delete-snapchat/
<![CDATA[Which is the best audiobook service, Audible or Spotify Premium?]]> With the rise of audiobooks in recent years, more listeners are turning to streaming services such as Audible and Spotify to access their favorite books. But what are the differences between these two popular platforms, and which one is the best option for you?

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 21:00:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-audiobook-service-audible-spotify-premium/
<![CDATA[Twitch introduces Snapchat-like Stories feature]]> Twitch is the number one platform for live-streamed gaming, but does it have ambitions of becoming more like a social media platform? If the latest feature addition is anything to go by, then that may be the case.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/twitch-introduces-stories-feature/
<![CDATA[What is an HEIC file, and how do you open one?]]> Apple users are often not particularly thrilled when using Windows, and there are many reasons for it. The main complaint, however, is usually the same - these two systems do not really play that nice with one another. Some features are incompatible, and it’s just a hassle to do anything between these two very different ecosystems.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 15:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-an-heic-file/
<![CDATA[How to create an AI LinkedIn headshot with this viral TikTok trend]]> We all know that a trend on TikTok can be crazy viral one day, and gone the next, but sometimes one sticks out a little bit more and stands the test of time. The AI LinkedIn headshot-generation trend is one such rare find. If you've ever grimaced at the cost and uncertainty of a professional photoshoot for a LinkedIn picture, this trend might be your saving grace.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 20:55:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-create-ai-linkedin-headshot/
<![CDATA[What is Safety Check on Pixel and how does it work?]]> If you've ever watched the film 127 hours, you'll be hugely paranoid about going hiking without anyone knowing where you are. Let's just say that the consequences can be less than ideal.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:00:02 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-safety-check-on-pixel-and-how-does-it-work/
<![CDATA[What is the Vivaldi browser, and should you try it?]]> There are around 5.19 billion people who use the internet today. That's a massive percentage of the overall population, and just about every one of those internet users needs a web browser to access the wealth of information available online.

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Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:00:58 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-the-vivaldi-browser-and-should-you-try-it/
<![CDATA[What should you do if your Facebook is hacked?]]> Facebook is the most used social media platform, with over 2.9 billion registered users worldwide as of January 2023. This makes it a potential target for cybercrime elements. If you are worried your Facebook account has been hacked, follow these simple steps to easily reclaim control of your account.

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Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:30:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-should-you-do-if-your-facebook-is-hacked/
<![CDATA[Amazon Prime Big Deal Days invite-only deals: How to get the best sales]]> Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event is here, with two days of bumper discounts across a wide range of products. There are some great deals to be had that are open to all Prime members (and if you're not already a Prime member, you can get a free trial to take advantage of all the discounts). However, there are some deals that are even more exclusive.

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Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:15:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-invite-only-deals/
<![CDATA[Kindle Unlimited deal: Get 3 free months during October Prime Day]]> Prime Members can get free access to Kindle Unlimited for three months, thanks to Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale event.

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Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:03:03 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/kindle-unlimited-free-prime-day-deal/
<![CDATA[How to permanently delete your Instagram account: Delete, deactivate or make your account private]]> Are you looking to permanently delete your Instagram account, but don't know how? We've got you covered. You'll find all the steps you need to take to delete your account below. Do note that when you delete your account, you also permanently lose data like your profile, posts, comments, likes, and followers. To save your content and posts, you can download them before deleting your account - we've detailed how to do this, as well.

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Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:15:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-delete-instagram-account/
<![CDATA[How to create 90s AI yearbook photos plus tips and tricks to make sure they look great ]]> Another day, another TikTok trend. Except unlike some of the TikTok crazes we've seen (the Tortilla challenge, anyone?) this one is actually pretty good. If you weren't at high school in the 90s, you might want to know how you would have looked in your 90s yearbook. And if you were at high school in the 90s, Granddad, then this is your chance to recreate the yearbook photos you wished you'd had.

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Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:05:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-create-90s-ai-yearbook-photos-tips-and-tricks/
<![CDATA[How to shop Amazon’s best Prime Day deals for free]]> The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event is here. It's an exclusive event for Amazon Prime members with serious discounts on big-name brands such as Shark, Peloton, and LG, as well as Amazon's own range of Echo devices.

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Tue, 10 Oct 2023 02:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-shop-amazons-best-prime-day-deals-for-free/
<![CDATA[What is Linux? Everything you’ve always wanted to know]]> You may have heard about Linux and how it powers computers, smartphones, web servers, and other computing appliances but haven’t got enough information about it and why it’s become so popular over the years. You may also be interested in using Linux but haven’t got enough clue as to which version makes the perfect sense for your use case.

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Mon, 09 Oct 2023 20:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-linux-everything-youve-always-wanted-to-know/
<![CDATA[What is WhatsApp Chat Lock and how do I get it?]]> Messaging platform WhatsApp has a number of features built into it, such as the ability to share your live location with friends, using it on the Web and turning on Disappearing Messages. One of the most recent features introduced by the Meta-owned company however, is Chat Lock.

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Mon, 09 Oct 2023 15:00:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-whatsapp-chat-lock-how-does-it-work-how-to-setup/
<![CDATA[Intel hinted at a Windows 12 release window, here's when to expect a Microsoft announcement]]> Microsoft's Windows 11 rules the roost on PC right now but it's surely only a matter of time until Windows 12 arrives. We might now have a better indication of when that will happen after someone at Intel let slip that a Windows "refresh" might not be all that far away.

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Mon, 09 Oct 2023 12:38:47 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/microsofts-windows-12-release-date-teased/
<![CDATA[How to use YouTube TV multiview to watch four streams]]> YouTube TV is one of the best choices for streaming live sports, and a major reason is due to its multiview feature.

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Sat, 07 Oct 2023 16:37:55 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-youtube-tv-multiview-watch-multiple-streams/
<![CDATA[50 secret WhatsApp tips and tricks you might not know about]]> WhatsApp - despite its competition - is arguably the most well-known messaging app out there. There are of course heaps of messaging services around - like Signal and Telegram - but WhatsApp not only has stacks of features but it is extremely widely used - the Meta-owned app claims to have over two billion users worldwide, which is pretty staggering. With that in mind, we have created a few standard tips for those new to WhatsApp, and for those seasoned users out there, we have mixed in some secret tips you might not know about to help you get the most out of the messaging platform.

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Sat, 07 Oct 2023 09:15:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/secret-whatsapp-tips-and-tricks/
<![CDATA[How to lock WhatsApp on iPhone with Face ID or passcode]]> There are plenty of uses for Apple's Face ID and Touch ID, from unlocking your iPhone to authorising an Apple Pay payment. A number of apps request Face ID or Touch ID authentication to grant access, even when your device is already unlocked. These apps include banking apps, various retail apps like Klarna, and you can set WhatsApp to as well.

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Sat, 07 Oct 2023 09:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-lock-whatsapp-on-iphone/
<![CDATA[How to directly sync Apple Watch workouts to Strava]]> Strava supports syncing with Apple Health, which means those who use an Apple Watch or iPhone with Strava can automatically sync your workouts without needing to use a third-party workaround.

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Fri, 06 Oct 2023 13:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-directly-sync-apple-watch-workouts-to-strava/
<![CDATA[How to move from BT Sport to Discovery+]]> If you're subscribed to BT Sport, you may have already noticed that the service has changed name. The BT Sport channels have been replaced with new channels from TNT Sports. TNT Sports now has all the rights that BT Sport had, including exclusive access to Champions League, Europa League, and Europe Conference League football.

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Fri, 06 Oct 2023 11:16:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-move-from-bt-sport-to-discovery/
<![CDATA[How to see your UK bank balance in Apple Wallet]]> Your Apple Wallet can already store your bank cards, boarding passes, tickets for sports or music events, hotel key cards, store cards, student ID cards, and even your driver's license or state ID. If you're in the UK, it's also now possible to view your UK bank balance directly within the Wallet app on your iPhone, too. As well as your available balance, you can also see a list of your most recent transactions or look back through folders of your older transactions. If you want to be able to quickly see if you have enough money left to treat yourself to a new Apple Watch Ultra, then here's how to see your UK bank balance in Apple Wallet.

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Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:45:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-see-your-bank-balance-in-apple-wallet/
<![CDATA[What is Assistant with Bard and what can it do?]]> Google Assistant has been an absolute stalwart over the last few years, a brilliant virtual assistant that is arguably the most capable out of the big ones available, outstripping Alexa and Siri in various ways.

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Thu, 05 Oct 2023 17:00:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-assistant-with-bard-and-what-can-it-do/
<![CDATA[CompTIA courses deal: This super bundle is just $50]]> Whether you are a school-leaver or looking to switch professions, getting yourself a globally recognized it qualification such as a CompTIA is a great way to kick-start your career path. The 2023 CompTIA Course Super Bundle is a great way to learn about the fundamentals of it, covering topics such as cybersecurity, cloud essentials, servers, and more. Best of all, you can buy the complete CompTIA Course Super Bundle for just $50, saving a massive $145 off its regular price.

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Wed, 04 Oct 2023 19:20:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/comptia-course-bundle-deal/
<![CDATA[How to use Photoshop Generative Fill: Use AI on your images]]> Artificial intelligence is exploding at the moment, with more uses for it appearing on the market all the time, but plenty of them are actually quite hard to get your virtual hands on.

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Wed, 04 Oct 2023 19:00:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-photoshop-generative-fill/
<![CDATA[Move over Audible, Spotify Premium now includes audiobooks]]> If you were wondering whether your Spotify Premium subscription was still good value for money, then the move into audiobooks represents a significant addition. Spotify has announced that it is adding access to over 150,000 audiobooks for Spotify Premium subscribers, taking the fight directly to Audible.

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Tue, 03 Oct 2023 20:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/spotify-premium-now-offers-audiobooks/
<![CDATA[Grab a lifetime subscription to Rosetta Stone language learning app for just $160]]> Whether it's trying to impress your boss or being able to understand the locals during your dream vacation, there are loads of reasons to get to grips with a new language. It doesn't have to be a daunting task thanks to the Rosetta Stone app which lets you learn up to 25 different languages including Hebrew, Chinese, Italian, Spanish, and more at your own pace without breaking the bank and in almost any location on your laptop, phone, or tablet. Usually priced at $299, you can now snag a $129 saving for lifetime access to the Rosetta Stone app by entering discount code "ROSETTA" when checking out for just $160.

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Tue, 03 Oct 2023 17:38:38 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/grab-a-lifetime-subscription-to-rosetta-stone-language-learning-app-for-just-160/
<![CDATA[What is ransomware, and how can you protect yourself?]]> The volume of ransomware attacks has increased over the years. It is ranked among the top malicious tactics cybercriminals employ to get to their victims and is expected to cause $265 billion in annual damages by 2031.

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Tue, 03 Oct 2023 16:00:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-ransomware-how-can-you-protect-yourself/
<![CDATA[What is Apple Check In and how does it work in Messages?]]> Apple has shaken up its Messages app with the latest releases of its new software updates for iPhone and iPad. There are a number of new features within the Messages app, one of which is called Check In. This feature is designed to provide a convenient way to tell your loved ones you've arrived safely at your destination. Whether it's returning home after a late night out or leaving early to catch a flight, Check In allows you to share your status with a chosen contact.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 22:30:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-apple-check-in-how-does-it-work-in-messages/
<![CDATA[How to move your Fitbit account to Google]]> Fitbit is a company that produces a range of popular fitness trackers. In fact, those trackers are so popular that Google decided to buy the company in 2019. There's big money to be made from fitness wearables, with Apple, Samsung, and Garmin all offering fitness tracking devices, so it's no real surprise that Google wanted to get a bigger piece of the action.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 20:15:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-move-your-fitbit-account-to-google/
<![CDATA[How to change Mail and Gmail swipe options on iPhone to delete]]> If you use the native Mail app or Gmail on Apple's iPhone and you want to add delete as one of the swipe options or change the swipe gesture, you've come to the right place.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 19:36:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-add-delete-change-swipe-options-in-mail-and-gmail-on-iphone/
<![CDATA[Use WhatsApp on your iPad with this simple trick]]> WhatsApp has been a mainstay of the social media world in recent years, a handy messaging platform that can actually flex to become a pretty adaptable network if you like.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 19:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-whatsapp-on-ipad/
<![CDATA[How to fix slow game downloads on Steam: Tips and tricks to boost download speeds]]> When you've purchased a shiny new game on Steam you're no doubt in a hurry to get that game downloaded and installed so you can get to the actual fun of playing.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 17:00:46 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-fix-slow-game-downloads-on-steam/
<![CDATA[61 funny things to ask Siri for a good giggle]]> If you have an Apple device, you've probably met Siri, Apple's voice assistant. Siri is an interesting little assistant, sometimes useful, sometimes funny and other times, a sarcastic little so and so.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 15:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/funny-things-to-ask-siri-best-things-to-ask-siri-for-a-giggle/
<![CDATA[How to install Android Launchers, then customise and change your phone]]> Ask an Android what they love about Android, and there's a good chance that customisation is a big part of the answer. Historically, that's always been the case, ever since the first Android phones hit the market. Rather than have quite a rigid user interface like iOS on the iPhone, Android has long been lauded for the ability to change the way it looks, and the way it behaves. You can get it looking and feeling like a completely different phone if you want to.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 14:15:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/android-launchers-how-to-install-change-and-customise-your-phone/
<![CDATA[How to use FaceTime on Android]]> FaceTime is a feather in Apple's cap, a video-calling service that's rightly garnered a reputation for simplicity and ease of use, but like many of Apple's services it also looks like something of a closed shop.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 13:01:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-facetime-on-android/
<![CDATA[A guide to getting started on Threads, plus tips and tricks]]> Threads is an app developed by the team behind Instagram that offers a very similar experience to Twitter and other microblogging apps and allows you to instantly follow accounts that you're already following on Instagram. When it first launched, it smashed records by signing up more than 100 million users in less than five days. Since those giddy heights, things have calmed down a little, and the daily user numbers are much lower. However, Threads has quietly continued to add new features that have included some big improvements. Here's our guide on getting started on Threads, plus some tips and tricks to help you out.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 08:04:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/guide-to-getting-started-on-threads-tips-tricks/
<![CDATA[How to cancel your Audible subscription]]> So you've listened to all the audiobooks you fancy and you want to cancel your Audible subscription - at least until you find yourself with more time. Well, it's actually fairly simple to do so online.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 00:30:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-cancel-audible/
<![CDATA[Best meme generator apps in 2023]]> Memes are an internet staple at this point, and while they were once reserved for the chronically online, they're now a part of mainstream culture. You might say that they're almost an essential part of communicating in the modern age.

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Sat, 30 Sep 2023 00:16:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-meme-generator-app/
<![CDATA[Is it possible to run Threads on a desktop?]]> Mark Zuckerberg's Meta launched Threads in July of 2023 as an insurgent challenger to an Elon Musk-owned Twitter (now known as X) that's been in clear decline.

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Fri, 29 Sep 2023 19:01:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/can-you-run-threads-on-a-desktop/
<![CDATA[What is Watcher of Realms and is it really free? ]]> If you follow the mobile gaming scene, you've probably encountered a new Gacha game called Watcher of Realms. The game, launched in July, has picked up a lot of steam lately, with several Raid: Shadow Legends YouTube content creators jumping in to give the game a try. If you're searching for something new to play on your smartphone, tablet, or even PC, this is everything you need to know about Watcher of Realms.

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Fri, 29 Sep 2023 18:15:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-watcher-of-realms-is-it-really-free-gacha-game/
<![CDATA[What is Google Maps Immersive View and how can you use it?]]> In February 2023, Google launched a new feature for Maps called Immersive View. It doesn't work everywhere just yet, it's restricted to a handful of major cities, but in those areas, it's very impressive.

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Fri, 29 Sep 2023 16:00:37 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-google-maps-immersive-view/
<![CDATA[How to edit WhatsApp messages]]> For an absolute age we've wanted a feature to let us edit WhatsApp messages, and it would seem that the powers that be have finally listened - Mark Zuckerberg recently announced that the feature is rolling out to all users globally now.

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Fri, 29 Sep 2023 11:05:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-edit-messages-in-whatsapp/
<![CDATA[How to refund a game on Steam: Tips to get your money back]]> Steam is a fantastic digital platform to buy your PC games on for various different reasons. One of these is because Valve gives you the option to refund a game, even if you've played some of it.

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Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-refund-a-game-on-steam/
<![CDATA[4 things I use the Apple Health app for everyday and you should, too ]]> Admittedly, I'm a horrible Apple Watch owner. When I actually remember to place my 44mm Series 8 on its charger, I can't seem to forget how the signature squircle design sits a bit too bulkily on my smaller wrist. And no matter how much faster, longer lasting, or powerful the Series 9 may be, I doubt the upgrades are enough to break my habits.

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Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:24:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/4-things-i-use-the-apple-health-app-for-everyday-and-you-should-too/
<![CDATA[How to download photos from Google Photos and save them elsewhere]]> We're big fans of Google Photos as this is a great tool for backing up your photos to the cloud with ease and accessing them from multiple devices.

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Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:16:08 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-download-photos-from-google-photos-and-save-them-elsewhere/
<![CDATA[What are passkeys and why should you care?]]> Text-based passwords have been around since the dawn of the internet, and have served their purpose well, but maybe it's time that something better came along.

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Thu, 28 Sep 2023 10:30:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-are-passkeys-and-why-should-you-care/
<![CDATA[Apple iMessage tips and tricks]]> Messages is Apple's messaging app available for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and Mac, but it isn't just for SMS messages and iMessages, there are a multitude of features within the app, and more arrived iOS 17 too. Messages can be used across multiple devices, syncing between them all when signed into the same Apple ID. Here are our best tips and tricks to help you get the most out of iMessages and its platform.

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Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:41:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-imessage-tips-and-tricks-on-iphone-ipad-mac-and-ipod/
<![CDATA[Microsoft Office for Life and Windows 11 for 88% off ]]> What is there to say about Microsoft Office? Since the company introduced it way back in 1988, it's become a key component of businesses, schools and more. Bundling the flagship Word, Excel and PowerPoint products together with file sharing through OneDrive, videoconferencing with Teams and more, it's typically purchased by subscription like most modern software, which can add up. If you haven't upgraded to Windows 11 yet, you're missing out on a lot. The company has said this will be the "last version of Windows," which means it's the platform that they'll build on moving forward.

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Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:19:16 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/microsoft-office-for-life-and-windows-11-for-50/
<![CDATA[15 tips for the Shortcuts app you really need to know]]> The Shortcuts app on your iPhone is probably the most un-Apple app you have downloaded. Unlike almost all the native apps on your iPhone, Shortcuts isn't something that 'just works,' it takes some figuring out and a bit of trial and error to really get the most out of it. Once you do however, you can use it to create incredibly useful automations that perform your frequent tasks with just a tap or a Siri command.

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Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:05:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/shortcuts-app-tips-and-tricks/
<![CDATA[What are Discord bots, and how can they help your server?]]> Discord servers are virtual meeting spaces where people gather to catch up, collaborate, compete, discuss, or entertain themselves. While the service originated as a voice chat and instant messaging service for gamers inside and outside games, it has been used by more than gamers since its inception. Discord has now become a platform for communities, with servers ranging from intimate places for a few friends to millions-strong for users of AI tools and players of popular video game titles.

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Tue, 26 Sep 2023 16:00:37 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/discord-bots-server-apps-features-benefits/
<![CDATA[How to use iOS 17's new Live Voicemail feature]]> Apple's iOS 17 has arrived, bringing with it a bunch of new features for the iPhone. One standout is Live Voicemail, a game-changer that allows you to read real-time transcripts of voicemails as the caller is leaving them. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to use the new Live Voicemail feature in iOS 17 and get the most out of it.

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Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:20:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-live-voicemail-on-iphone/
<![CDATA[Best F1 streaming services 2023: Watch races live]]> Formula 1, the pinnacle of motorsport featuring the most elite racing in the world, has taken the USA by storm since the release of the Netflix series 'Drive to Survive' in 2019. While the USA is just catching on to one of the largest sports in the world, the rest of the globe has long been watching F1 in droves.

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Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-f1-streaming-service/
<![CDATA[What is Patreon and how does it work?]]> YouTubers, TikTokkers, podcasters, verified Twitter users, Twitch streamers, and other content creators have one thing in common: many of them use Patreon to supplement their income. In this guide, we explain how Patreon works and why you should use it to support your favourite internet celebrity.

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Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:30:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apps/news/153058-what-is-patreon-what-is-it-used-for-and-how-does-it-work/
<![CDATA[5 useful ChatGPT Chrome extensions]]> AI chatbots can be an incredible tool to help you work not only faster but more efficiently as well. With that in mind, there's no better way to access them than through your browser. There are a ton of different Chrome extensions out there that let you access AI chatbots as you browse the web.

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Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:01:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/useful-chatgpt-chrome-extensions/
<![CDATA[How to set up and play Apple Music on Amazon Fire TV devices]]> You might not realise it, but Fire TV devices aren't just for watching TV and movies - they can also play music through Apple Music.

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Fri, 22 Sep 2023 12:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-listen-to-apple-music-tunes-on-amazon-fire-tv-devices/
<![CDATA[How to fast-forward a TikTok video to watch it at 2x speed]]> TikTok has evolved over the past few years from a platform for consuming bite-sized video content to a go-to source for lengthier videos, which can stretch up to 10 minutes. If you want to skip through the lengthy narratives and get to the good stuff, TikTok has a hidden trick for you: 2x playback speed.

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Thu, 21 Sep 2023 05:06:48 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-fast-forward-tiktok-watch-2x-speed-playback/
<![CDATA[WhatsApp is finally coming to the iPad, here's how it will work]]> There's no bones about it. Using WhatsApp on an iPad is a bit of a farce right now because you have to mess around using the web app rather than a real app - because there isn't one. Not yet, but that might be about to change.

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Wed, 20 Sep 2023 16:03:17 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/whatsapp-is-finally-coming-to-the-ipad-heres-how-it-will-work/
<![CDATA[How to turn off broadcast notifications on Instagram]]> Instagram notifications are a useful way to keep track of what's happening on the app. You can get notifications if someone follows you or likes or comments on one of your posts. You can get notifications if someone sends you a message or mentions you, or even when someone you follow goes live. There comes a point, however, when all of these notifications start to get overwhelming. This is particularly true with broadcast channel notifications. As more and more people start their own broadcast channels, your smartphone can soon get bombarded with notifications that you have very little interest in.

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Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:45:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-turn-off-broadcast-notifications-on-instagram/
<![CDATA[Save 80% on a lifetime Headway subscription and learn new skills in 15 minutes]]> StackSocial is offering a fantastic deal for people who want to continue learning things but have little time to do so: Headway premium is only $60 right now, instead of the usual $300. Even the plans for multiple people are on sale right now. If you want to get Headway premium for two people, you'll have to pay $100, instead of $600, while the Family Plan, which accommodates up to four people, costs $195 instead of $1,200. The deal expires at the beginning of October, so hurry up and snatch this deal before it's gone.

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Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:40:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/headway-lifetime-subscription-deal/
<![CDATA[How to customise your Google Chrome browser]]> Chrome for desktop is getting a new look for its 15th birthday, in line with Google's Material You design language. With the overhaul, the company is also introducing new features that help you personalise the browser further. Alongside, it is getting a revamped menu with easier access to the most commonly used options. In addition, the browser will receive improvements to the inbuilt search functions and Safe Browsing. The Chrome Web Store has also been re-imagined under the Material You philosophy. Read on for more details on how to customise your Google Chrome browser.

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Tue, 19 Sep 2023 19:24:54 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/customise-google-chrome-browser-material-you/
<![CDATA[How to use Google Bard to help you write better emails and better Docs]]> Google's competitor to ChatGPT, Bard, has existed in a vacuum since its launch earlier in 2023. With Bard's September update, Google added Extensions to help create travel plans or improve the emails and documents you draft. If you're curious about Google Bard Extensions, here's what we've discovered so far.

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Tue, 19 Sep 2023 16:52:08 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-google-bard-extensions/
<![CDATA[What is Google Maps AR navigation and Live View and how do you use it?]]> Google Maps AR navigation was first demoed at Google I/O back in 2018, getting a tease in early 2019 before seeing wider availability in August 2019.

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Sun, 17 Sep 2023 04:00:28 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-google-maps-ar-navigation-live-view/
<![CDATA[What are Telegram Stories and how do you use them?]]> Stories have quickly become one of the most popular ways to share quick photos and videos on social media. Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, and just about every other service under the sun has some form of story-sharing feature. Now, Telegram, one of the most popular messaging services, has added the feature to share quick snippets and photos with your contacts just like you would elsewhere. It's easy to use and serves as a fun way to interact with the people you're already chatting with.

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Sat, 16 Sep 2023 20:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-are-telegram-stories-how-to-use-them/
<![CDATA[How to use Siri with Apple Health and what you can you ask it to do?]]> The Apple Watch Series 9 features a powerful new S9 chip that powers a number of new features that aren't available on older models. For example, the new double tap gesture is only supported on the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, although you can get a very similar feature on older Apple Watches.

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Sat, 16 Sep 2023 17:00:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-siri-with-apple-health/
<![CDATA[What is Microsoft Copilot? Microsoft's AI explained ]]> AI is about to change everything, Google focused on AI for almost the entirety of its I/O 2023 keynote, and Microsoft did the same at Build.

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Sat, 16 Sep 2023 16:20:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-microsoft-copilot-microsofts-ai-explained/
<![CDATA[Master the art of Photoshop without going broke thanks to this $30 course]]> Adobe Photoshop, for all of its annoyances, is still the dominant piece of software when it comes to image editing. Adobe has been refining the program since 1987, and it can be a little overwhelming for beginners. You could just trial and error your way through it, but with a subscription price of $20.99 a month, you'll end up wasting cash figuring out its myriad tools and techniques. Or you could drop $30 on this incredible 39 hour master class that will give you everything you need in one place.

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Fri, 15 Sep 2023 16:04:16 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/master-the-art-of-photoshop-without-going-broke-thanks-to-this-30-course/
<![CDATA[What are WhatsApp channels and how do they work?]]> WhatsApp is no stranger to new features and additions to its settings, and that's just what Channels represent - a new way to use WhatsApp that has been in testing for quite a long time.

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Thu, 14 Sep 2023 20:30:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/whatsapp-channels-explained/
<![CDATA[11 secret Google Maps tips and tricks to try]]> Google Maps: a mapping app so ubiquitous and useful that even iPhone and iPad owners still, to this day, prefer it against Apple Maps. You may be a pro at pinching and dragging your fingertips across the app, but we think you might be missing out on a few features. So, here we are to show you them.

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Thu, 14 Sep 2023 15:00:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-maps-tips-and-tricks/
<![CDATA[What is Temu, who owns it, and is it safe to buy from?]]> There is a new shopping website and app going viral. Called Temu, you might've seen it in recent Google searches or in ads on Facebook and Instagram.

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Tue, 12 Sep 2023 19:30:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-temu-how-does-it-work-is-it-safe/
<![CDATA[How to use the new AI proofread feature in Gboard]]> Spelling and grammar checks while you're pecking away on your phone have only been as useful as your willingness to slow down, trail back, and fix your mistakes one by one. That's not conducive behaviour in our world of instant messaging and urgent replies, but we've all seen screenshots of the major faux pas that have gone out to the chagrin of the sender. So, what's Google's keyboard app, Gboard, doing about it? Apparently, it's creating a magic button.

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Tue, 12 Sep 2023 11:01:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-the-new-ai-proofread-feature-in-gboard/
<![CDATA[How to share screen on WhatsApp]]> WhatsApp has been ramping up the addition of handy new features in recent times, such as being able to edit messages at last, and another very handy new feature could be on the way.

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Mon, 11 Sep 2023 21:35:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-share-screen-in-whatsapp/
<![CDATA[How to use search on Threads]]> When Mark Zuckerberg's Meta launched its new microblogging app Threads, it's fair to say that it went pretty well. Within just five days, there were already over 100 million users, thanks in no small part to the ability to set up Threads using an existing Instagram account.

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Mon, 11 Sep 2023 18:30:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-search-on-threads/
<![CDATA[How to log moods and take a mental health assessment in Apple Health, and what happens after?]]> As part of its continued efforts to make Apple Health more holistic - and much more than just a collection of fitness charts and performance date - Apple introduced a mental wellbeing element to Health in iOS 17 and iPadOS 17.

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Mon, 11 Sep 2023 16:01:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-log-mood-mental-health-questionnaire-on-apple-health-ios-17/
<![CDATA[Best Chrome extensions 2023]]> Travelling across the internet isn't such a boring experience when you're using browser extensions. They can help you do anything from spotting a better price on a product to utilising time saving shortcuts - whether it's adding an Open In link to your favourite program from a right-click menu or full-blown macros. Many developers serve up extensions for Google Chrome because they also work with other web browsers that use the Chromium engine, like Microsoft Edge and Opera. We've got our picks for the ten best extensions for a faster and smoother browser experience.

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Mon, 11 Sep 2023 16:01:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-chrome-extension/
<![CDATA[WhatsApp is getting ready to support iMessage and more as EU bares its teeth]]> The hugely popular instant messaging platform WhatsApp appears to be getting its ducks in a row, ready to open its apps up to support for third-party messaging services like Apple's iMessage. The move comes as the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) gets ready to come into force in March 2024.

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Mon, 11 Sep 2023 10:07:41 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/whatsapp-is-getting-ready-to-support-imessage-and-more-as-eu-bares-its-teeth/
<![CDATA[How much is ChatGPT Plus and what does the ChatGPT subscription get you?]]> In case you didn't know, OpenAI has a paid version of its popular ChatGPT AI chatbot. Although the basic service is still accessible for free, for those seeking additional benefits such as priority access during peak hours, swifter response times, and more, the ChatGPT Plus subscription plan is available. Here's what you need to know about this new offering.

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Sun, 10 Sep 2023 21:35:28 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/chatgpt-plus-price-features-how-to-subscribe/
<![CDATA[What is Zoom AI Companion and how much does it cost?]]> Like almost every company, Zoom is pushing into AI. The meeting service has been steadily rolling out new features enhanced by AI, and the latest is a smart assistant that makes using Zoom for virtual meetings a more enjoyable experience, especially if you're the type who shows up late or doesn't always pay full attention to what's happening.

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Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:51:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-zoom-ai-companion-how-much-does-it-cost/
<![CDATA[Best iPhone apps: The ultimate guide]]> There are thousands of iOS apps to choose from - so many, in fact, that it can be hard to suss out which ones are worth downloading to try.

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Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:30:28 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-iphone-apps/
<![CDATA[Procreate Dreams app turns your iPad into a powerful 2D animation studio]]> When iPad first got Pencil support, Procreate was among the first apps to make the most of the smooth display and the advanced connected stylus, opening up a world of possibilities for digital artists on one of the most popular tablets in the world.

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Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:00:28 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/procreate-dreams-app-turns-your-ipad-into-an-animation-studio/
<![CDATA[What is Microsoft PowerToys and how can it supercharge your PC?]]> Microsoft PowerToys is a set of tools for Windows users to make the most out of their PCs. The utilities provide functions that can increase productivity or allow for greater customisation. Microsoft called the tools PowerToys about 'power users,' a term that signifies those who use advanced features of a piece of hardware or software - in this case, the Windows operating system (OS). In their most recent iteration, the tools are available within a single Microsoft PowerToys application for Windows 10 and 11.

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Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:03:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-microsoft-powertoys-how-to-use-details-features-windows/
<![CDATA[This secret setting will make your Instagram photos and reels look so much better ]]> Instagram is an app that's built around visuals. Whether you're posting an endless stream of selfies, or impeccably shot reels of your perfect pancake recipe, your content is intended to be seen, so you'll want it to look as good as possible. If you're using the high-quality camera on your smartphone, you'd expect your Instagram posts to be equally high-quality, too. That's why you may be disappointed to learn that Instagram could be secretly reducing the quality of your photos or videos when you upload them to the app. That's right, an app designed for visual content is actively reducing the quality of that content, by default. Thanks a lot, Mark Zuckerberg.

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Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:22:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/secret-setting-instagram-better-photos-reels/
<![CDATA[What is Apple Screen Time and how does it work?]]> Apple's Screen Time aims to address growing concerns around increasing device usage, smartphone addiction and social media impacting on mental health. The idea is to help you regain control, or at least make you aware of the amount of time you are spending on your devices and what you are doing on them. Whether you're worried you're spending too much time on your phone, want to be more intentional about your smartphone use, and just want to make sure your kids aren't spending too long endlessly scrolling through TikTok, Screen Time is the way to manage that.

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Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:01:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-apple-screen-time-and-how-does-it-work/
<![CDATA[WhatsApp Web and Desktop: How do you use them?]]> Messaging service WhatsApp has both web and desktop apps, offering yet another way to make it as easy as possible to keep up to date with all your WhatsApp messages throughout the day.

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Wed, 06 Sep 2023 23:20:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/whatsapp-web-desktop-how-to-use/
<![CDATA[How to change the sound quality on Amazon Music and is there Dolby Atmos music?]]> Amazon Music might not have quite the same brand value boasted by the likes of Spotify, but it's still a pretty excellent music streaming service.

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Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:30:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-change-sound-quality-on-amazon-music/
<![CDATA[Android is slowly taking over your car and we're only just getting started]]> Android. It's a name that will make some shake with fear, especially if you're reading this on your iPhone 14 Pro. Spawning a family of different platforms, Android has grown into a big player in smartphones, tablets, entertainment devices - and also cars. But this isn't part of a tribal platform war, and the automotive sector's gradual adoption of Android is something that should be welcomed.

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Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:00:28 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/android-is-slowly-taking-over-your-car/
<![CDATA[Google is finally giving Android's most useful widget a makeover]]> Google's At a Glance widget has been a mainstay on Android home screens since the days of the first Pixel phone. It's a handy Swiss army knife of information from the weather to calendar and alarm notifications to trip times that changes its appearance when your needs arise. Now, after six years of looking more or less the same as it has, the company is announcing among a number of other improvements that the widget is getting a brand new coat of paint.

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Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:04:48 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-at-a-glance-widget-redesign/
<![CDATA[How to cancel Amazon Music]]> Amazon Music has been a mainstay in the streaming world for quite a while now but, like all subscription services, there might come a time when you'd like to cancel your subscription.

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Mon, 04 Sep 2023 21:30:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-cancel-amazon-music/
<![CDATA[As Google turns 25 here are 8 essential features and one big dumpster fire]]> Google was founded on 4 September 1998 at Menlo Park in California, meaning that today the company turns 25. There has been plenty to celebrate along the way and no shortage of wins for Google. The company has grown to be hugely significant in many people's lives, being used daily for a number of core products.

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Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:09:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-is-25/
<![CDATA[Amazon Prime price, benefits, and everything you need to know]]> Amazon Prime is a paid membership that, for an annual or monthly fee, gives access to a number of Amazon services and benefits. It's now used by millions of people who have signed up to receive a swathe of perks.

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Sun, 03 Sep 2023 15:30:28 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-amazon-prime-cost-what-do-you-get-for-your-money/
<![CDATA[What is Instagram Threads and how does it work?]]> You may have heard that Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg have called each other out for a cage fight. Well, now they may really have something to fight about.

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Sun, 03 Sep 2023 10:01:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-instagram-threads-and-how-does-it-work/
<![CDATA[What is OnlyFans, how does it work, and is there a mobile app?]]> There are a handful of content-sharing platforms that allow creators to earn money online. Patreon and OnlyFans are popular options, but OnlyFans is by far the most controversial because for several years it has let creators upload any kind of content, including porn, and lock it behind a paywall.

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Sat, 02 Sep 2023 15:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-onlyfans-who-uses-it-and-how-does-it-work/