The right-to-repair movement has given us a lot more owner-accessible devices, like the Framework laptop . But smartphone design seems to be steadily continuing on its course of ever-tinier components and devices nigh impossible for the layman to even open, let alone repair. The Pixel 9 series is one of the worst offenders yet. Both iFixit and JerryRigEverything , two respected sources for repairability coverage and often the first to “tear down” new devices, have gotten their hands on a Pixel 9....

The story of Gus, a charming half-boy, half-deer, took viewers to an unusual post-apocalyptic world overrun by a strange epidemic and inhabited by human-animal hybrids. However, this journey will soon come to an end. In the second season of Sweet Tooth, Gus and his friends were trapped by a group of people looking for a cure for a mystery disease. Gus thus met his enemies but also found friends. The third season will tell the story of the boy’s expedition to Alaska, where he may finally find answers to the questions that haunt him....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Sharp 6.55-inch display Easily replaceable parts Qi2 wireless charging Bold design Very good main camera Cons Only two years of core Android updates Only IP54 water and dust resistance No headphone jack Our Verdict With a replaceable battery, screen and speaker, the HMD Skyline is a great mid-range option for anyone who makes short work of their phones. And if you value iPhone-style magnetic wireless charging, this is the only Android phone on the market with built-in Qi2 wireless charging....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Looks great Long battery life Cons No third-party apps No iOS functionality No NFC Our Verdict If you’re looking for a smartwatch with a great battery life that looks great, then the Honor Watch GS 3 is a solid purchase option. However, its lack of NFC and software restrictions make it much more of a niche choice when you factor in the wider market....

Safe mode is a useful feature for troubleshooting issues with your device. When your Android phone is in safe mode, it only runs the essential system apps, which can help identify whether a third-party app is causing problems. However, once you’ve resolved the issue or if you accidentally activated safe mode, you’ll want to know how to exit it. Here’s a guide on how to get out of safe mode....

With the ability to easily add and view thousands of files across multiple devices, cloud storage is a must-have these days. Microsoft’s OneDrive (formerly SkyDrive) is among the most popular services around, due to in part to its excellent integration with Office apps such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel. However, it can be frustrating to have to navigate to the website on your PC or laptop each time, particularly when your locally stored files are in a completely different place....

The new £50 note, which honours Alan Turing, launches today. In a weird team-up, Snapchat has partnered with the Bank of England and the National Museum of Computing to use Snapchat AR technology to bring the £50 note to life. Alan Turing was a mathematician, logician and cryptanalyst most famous for helping to crack German codes at Bletchley Park during WWII. And, it’s in fact Turing’s Bombe machine, which was used by cryptologists to decipher the Enigma-machine-encrypted secret messages, that you’ll see when the £50 note comes to life....

The largest wildfires in history blazed through California and Australia last year, Siberia reached a record-breaking 38-degrees Celcius, and the Arctic continues to melt. Just days ahead of Earth Day 2021, the UK Government announced it would aim to cut carbon emissions by 78% by 2035, compared to levels in 1990. The pressure is on for a greener future, but what can we do to help – especially as consumers of technology?...

TikTok has become a household name, captivating users worldwide with its creative short-form videos. As you embark on your journey to showcase your talent and engage with a global audience, you might find the need to switch up your TikTok username. Whether you’ve outgrown your old handle or simply want a fresh start, changing your TikTok username is a simple process. How to change your username Open TikTok and go to your profile Artur Tomala / Foundry...

Before you can understand how to charge your phone or tablet faster you need to understand what’s actually happening when you plug a USB cable into your phone: not all chargers are created equal. You’ve probably noticed that your phone or tablet will charge much slower when it’s connected to a PC or laptop’s USB port than when it is to a mains power adaptor. And you may have noticed your phone will charge faster when connected to the charger that came with your tablet....

When faced with a wide range of laptop options, it can be overwhelming and difficult to know which is the best solution to suit your specific requirements. With multiple sizes and specifications available, how do you begin to know which is the right product to invest in? Our helpful guide is designed to help you through the process and will take you through Dell’s range of business laptops, explaining what they each bring to the table....

As a result of the amount we touch them, keyboards can quickly become hotbeds for dirt and grime to accumulate. While some of this may become clear to see, it’s the germs living on them that arguably present the greater health risk. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to effectively clean your keyboard without damaging it in any way. While these tips should be regularly practised at any time, they are particularly important at the time of writing....

Over time your iPhone will save images from websites and other data in order to speed up web browsers and make other apps perform quickly. The problem is that this accumulates and can actually have an adverse effect on the speed of your phone. So we recommend periodically wiping out all the crud. This is very easy to do and spending a few minutes clearing the cache on your iPhone could give it a boost....

In today’s digital age, instant messaging has become an integral part of our lives. And WhatsApp continues as one of the most popular platforms for staying connected with friends, family, and colleagues – its user-friendly interface and wide range of features, makes communication a breeze. However, with the constant influx of messages and media, chat clutter can become overwhelming over time. Whether you want to declutter your inbox or ensure your privacy, knowing how to delete a WhatsApp chat is a valuable skill....

Privacy is an important part of online life, and your search history can tell people a lot about you. This is why we recommend having a clear out on a regular basis. This holds true for browsers and social media feeds such as Instagram . You may not be trying to hide anything, of course, and just want to clear out those hashtags and accounts that aren’t interesting to you any more....

Whether you are privacy minded or not, it’s very difficult to be completely anonymous online. Over the years you might have posted on social media, downloaded apps, entered competitions or opened accounts which required details such as your email address, phone number, age, gender and more. That information might not be publicly available online for people to Google, but it’s there nonetheless. That’s why you end up with so much spam email....

At the end of January Now TV rolled out the ability to download programmes from its Kids Pass for watching offline. That functionality is now available for some movies and TV programmes in its Entertainment, Movies and Hayu packages, too. Here’s how to download Now TV. Now TV is an ideal service for accessing live- and on-demand Sky TV programmes and movies with a low monthly subscription – don’t take our word for it, there’s a free seven-day trial ....

The following article was written prior to Windows 11’s release on 5 October 2021. Microsoft’s new OS is now available for everyone to download, and there’s no need to join the Windows Insider Program to access it – here’s how . However, it’s still where you’ll find new features first. Microsoft regularly releases upcoming builds to the Insider Program, allowing members to test out new functionality and provide feedback. If that’s something that interests you, this article may still be of interest, although we wouldn’t recommend signing up to the experimental Dev Channel on your main device....

The 31 January tax return deadline for online submissions of self-assessment is approaching faster than you think, though remember that you can file your tax return any time between the end of the tax year in April and the following January. It’s certainly not too late to file your return if you are self-employed, you generate income from property, or you run a small business. And it isn’t difficult: unless you have particularly complex needs you don’t need an accountant....

Windows and Microsoft Office go hand in hand, but that doesn’t always mean the likes of Word, Excel and PowerPoint are pre-installed when you buy a new device. Indeed, Windows 11 doesn’t come with Microsoft Office by default. Unless you’re willing to pay for a Microsoft 365 subscription, a standalone version of Office is probably your best alternative. Recent versions are automatically linked to your Microsoft account, so you’ll just need to sign in there on every device you want it installed on – provided it supports more than one....