HeyJaredVarun Krishan
- Indexed articles, last 90 days
- 9
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- Oct 1, 2026
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I changed a couple of Android settings and now my phone charges so much faster (opens the original)
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Most modern devices come with some iteration of fast charging. But there are many reasons why your device might not charge as fast as it could. If you're convinced that there are no issues with your charger, you can double-check a few settings to fix the charging speed in a jiffy. The first thing you should do is make sure Fast Charging is enabled. Most devices allow you to tweak fast charging settings, but the implementation differs. Generally, you should be able to go to the Settings app, sear
The iPhone Duo’s $1,999 price looks almost reasonable once you see what Apple charges elsewhere (opens the original)
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Apple recently launched its first foldable smartphone: the iPhone Duo. As expected, the Cupertino tech giant is charging a premium for the device. But if you live in the US and think the $1,999 US starting price is a lot, think again. By creating an account, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also agree to receive our newsletters; you can unsubscribe any time. *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number By creating an account, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Polic
My Pixel wasn't fully updated until I discovered this buried settings page (opens the original)
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Google Pixel smartphones are renowned for a clean software experience and cutting edge AI capabilities, making it important to keep the fully updated. I was recently poking around my Pixel 8's settings and discovered that Google has taken a modular approach to updates. By creating an account, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also agree to receive our newsletters; you can unsubscribe any time. *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number By creating an account, you agree to
I didn't realize my phone's recorder was this bad until I tried Dolby On (opens the original)
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The native phone recording app is usually nothing to write home about. One option is to purchase an external microphone. But not all of us want to purchase and carry an additional accessory. Even if you're a professional, it may not be feasible for you to always carry your entire set of equipment when traveling. By creating an account, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also agree to receive our newsletters; you can unsubscribe any time. *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1
I disabled Android's location tracking and reclaimed my privacy in 30 seconds (opens the original)
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While smartphones are evolving every day and support advanced features, they also carry privacy risks. If you use Google Maps on your device for navigation, you're essentially allowing your smartphone to track you wherever you go. There's no denying that this feature can be a lifesaver in a variety of situations. By creating an account, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also agree to receive our newsletters; you can unsubscribe any time. *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter,
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