You might think recording calls on your smartphone would be a relatively easy task. After all, most new models arrive with some sort of voice recording app already installed, and it shouldn’t prove much of a technological challenge to the likes of an iPhone 6S or Samsung Galaxy S6 . Well, that isn’t the case, and in truth it can be a bit of a pain. There are many reasons why you might want to record a call, but doing so can be tricky on your iPhone or Android phone....

Unless your internet router is quite old, there’s a good chance it will support Wi-Fi on 2.4GHz and 5GHz. This is what’s known as dual-band, and it has been around for a few years now. The 802.11n standard supports it (but not all 802.11n routers are dual-band) and all 802.11ac routers use both bands. You might well be able to take advantage of this if you’re working from home. You can keep that fast 5GHz network reserved for all the important devices that need a fast, reliable internet connection for things like Zoom video calls....

Congratulations! You’ve got your hands on an Xbox One, Xbox One S or 4K-enabled Xbox One X . You have an amazing games console packed with high-end titles, and you’re about to enter a world of great digital entertainment. The first step is to set up your Xbox One, both physically and digitally. It is a pretty simple process, but our Xbox One setup guide is here to make it even simpler....

Sharing your location can be incredibly useful, whether you’re meeting up with friends, catching up with family or ensuring your safety. Google Maps on Android makes it easy to share your real-time location with anyone. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use the feature. How to share your location using Google Maps Launch the Google Maps app Dominik Tomaszewski / Foundry Open the Google Maps app on your Android phone....

As exciting as buying a new laptop or PC is, that blazing-fast speed you get out of the box is unlikely to last. As the internal storage gets filled up and background processes start running, some slowdown is almost inevitable. This is usually more of an issue on Windows devices, with non-Surface hardware unable to benefit from the continuity between hardware and software you get from Apple. Fortunately, there are some steps everyone can take to boost or restore performance....

Snapchat, like most social media platforms, doesn’t tell you if someone has blocked your posts or messages. This is primarily to avoid embarrassment or even confrontational situations that may arise from users feeling slighted by others. But if you think you have been put on the naughty list by one of your contacts, there are a few things you can try to see if that’s the case. Here’s how to tell if someone has blocked you on Snapchat....

Kodi, the popular free and open-source media-centre software, has been updated to the latest version of Krypton, v18.2. In this article, we’ll show you how to make sure you have the latest version running on your device, and some of the new features included in the upgrade. Worried about the legality of Kodi? We put your worries to rest here: Is Kodi legal? How to update Kodi While it would make life easier if Kodi updated in a similar way to apps on iOS, it’s sadly not the case....

Solid-state drives (SSDs) have dropped in price to the point where it’s affordable to replace your laptop’s hard disk with one of roughly equal capacity. It’s possible to buy a 256GB SSD for around £150, but if you think a 128GB SSD will suffice for your storage needs, you can pay as little as £80. It’s true that this is still more expensive than a hard disk per gigabyte, but there are several benefits of upgrading to an SSD including speed, reliability and battery life....

Can you use AirPods on Android? Since their launch in December 2016, Apple’s AirPods have become incredibly popular, even inspiring numerous memes, signalling their cultural impact. Unlike the Apple Watch, which only works with iOS, AirPods can connect to Android and other Bluetooth-enabled devices, although without the smart features that enhance their usability with Apple products. If the lack of smart features isn’t an issue for you, follow these steps to connect AirPods to an Android phone or tablet ....

With in excess of 1 billion downloads, Skype has proven to be immensely popular since it was first launched in 2003. Despite an army of calling and messaging apps having since emerged, it remains a great option for communicating with people free of charge. Its options for calling landline and mobile numbers abroad remain unrivalled. While you can easily use it via the apps for iOS and Android , downloading the PC version might be more useful at the moment, particularly if you’re looking to keep productivity levels high while working from home....

If you’re a fan of sports and want to stream the NFL, MLB, NHL and NBA, as well as college sports, PGA golf, Baseball, UFC, Grand Slam Tennis matches and sports films/documentaries all in one place, then you may benefit from an ESPN+ subscription. ESPN+ is the official streaming service for ESPN, but unfortunately, it’s only available in the US. However, if you have the right software and payment details, you’ll be able to bypass the blockers and catch up on your favourite sport in no time....

Nintendo is at E3 2019 in a big way, showcasing upcoming Nintendo Switch games and hosting a range of game championships at the show. Alongside more information about Pokémon Sword and Shield for Switch, the company will show off The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening, Luigi’s Mansion 3, and hopefully a few unexpected surprises. As always, the company’s biggest announcements will come in a Nintendo Direct livestream during the show, with more details slowly revealed during Treehouse Live sessions through the week....

After 1104 matches and 1,385 goals across nine months, the Championship season is finally complete. Champions Fulham are returning to the Premier League at the first time of asking, spearheaded by 43-goal striker Aleksandar Mitrović. They’re joined by Bournemouth, who are back in the top flight after a two-year absence. But the final team being promoted is still to be decided, with Huddersfield and Nottingham Forest in the play-off final. The stakes couldn’t be higher in what is often called the most valuable match in football, such are the financial rewards for getting into English football’s top flight....

Huawei is about to unveil the Mate X2, its latest foldable smartphone, widely expected to bring with it a transformed design compared to the Mate X and Mate Xs. The company has confirmed that it’s holding a launch event in China today, and heavily teased the upcoming foldable, so we know for sure that it’s coming. Here’s when and where to tune in to watch live, along with what to expect from the Mate X2 launch....

Sitting down to watch The Snowman has become is a key part of many people’s Christmas traditions. Raymond Briggs’ story of a young boy who builds a snowman that comes to life and takes him to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus is a classic. It’s as essential now as when it was first released, back in 1982. In 2012, the story was updated with the equally brilliant The Snowman and the Snowdog....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Cheap running costs Borderless on A4, A5 Ink tank sensors Affordable printer Cons Flimsy Awkward paper path Only 50ml coloured inks included No display Our Verdict The Smart Tank 5105 offers cheaper printing than cartridges, but some of the choices made here suggest it’s not a product HP was enthusiastic about making. Small starter ink bottles aren’t customer friendly, and this printer could be better made and designed, but at least it isn’t using cartridges....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The HTC Vive Pro is, essentially, an iterative upgrade. It doesn’t radically transform the VR experience, but it does offer a series of solid, important improvements that make the product feel much more polished. The higher resolution display provides crisper visuals and makes text much easier to read, but when you Consider the price of the headset and the fact that accessories aren’t included, not even the high resolution will be enough to tempt the majority of Consumers....

Even though the Nova and Nova Plus were only announced in September last year, Huawei has announced its successors, the Nova 2 and Nova 2 Plus. The mid-range handsets have an overhauled design and are very similar looking; the Nova and Nova Plus oddly looked nothing like each other. Here’s the latest on Huawei. The handsets pack dual cameras and vibrant colour schemes, and we’ve had some hands-on time with the phones ....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Huawei P8 has excellent design and build for a price lower than other flagship rivals. On the whole hardware is decent too, particularly in the photography department. However, poor performance and buggy software taint the experience to frustrating level which make it very difficult to recommend. Best Prices Today: Huawei P8 Huawei is aiming to take on the big guns of the smartphone world with the simply named Huawei P8 – the Ascend part is now gone....

Growing up in the 2000s, the Bridget Jones series were the ultimate comfort films for me. To this day, I still cackle with my family and friends over the cringe-inducing scenes involving Bridget climbing back up a fireman’s pole on national television and the hilarious flailing fistfights in fountains between her love interests. When I heard there was more Bridget on the way, I was initially excited… until I discovered which book from author Helen Fielding was being adapted....