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XDA Basics: How to Copy Data from Android to iOS

XDA Basics: How to Copy Data from Android to iOS

July 19, 2021
Are you moving to an iPhone from Android? If so, it's easier than ever to copy your data from Android to iOS. Depending on how much data you want to transfer to your new iPhone, it may take some work but you would be able to get most of it to your new phone. In...
XDA Basics: How to Copy Data from iOS to Android

XDA Basics: How to Copy Data from iOS to Android

July 19, 2021
Are you migrating from iPhone to Android? The data transfer may seem daunting, especially if you have been a long-time user of an iPhone. But don’t worry, there are ways where you'll be able to copy most of your data from iOS to Android. In this guide, we’ll list all such ways to transfer data...
XDA Basics: How to take a Screenshot or Record your phone screen on Android

XDA Basics: How to take a Screenshot or Record your phone screen on Android

July 14, 2021
Are you not sure how to take a screenshot on Android? Android phones and tablets offer a number of ways to take screenshots, and if none of them work, you can always use an app to capture your Android phone’s screen. In this guide, we’ll talk about all the different ways you can take a...
XDA Basics: How to Transfer Files between Android and Windows PC

XDA Basics: How to Transfer Files between Android and Windows PC

July 14, 2021
Android provides a lot of ways to transfer files to and from a Windows PC. While some methods involve using a USB cable, others are wireless. If you’re struggling to transfer a file from Android to Windows, or vice versa, the methods mentioned below will be useful. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explain all the...
XDA Basics: How to open Google Assistant on Android

XDA Basics: How to open Google Assistant on Android

July 14, 2021
Google Assistant is arguably one of the best digital assistants available. It allows users to do a lot of things by just using their voice, and its feature-set keeps on increasing every year. In this guide, we’ll tell you about all the different ways you can open Google Assistant on Android quickly. Before we start, it's...
XDA Basics: How to Factory Reset your Android phone

XDA Basics: How to Factory Reset your Android phone

July 8, 2021
There are a number of reasons why you would want to factory reset your Android phone. Maybe you're planning to sell it or maybe you just want a fresh start. A factory reset can delete everything and make your phone like a new device, at least on the software front. A factory reset or a...
XDA Basics: How to change emoji on Android

XDA Basics: How to change emoji on Android

July 6, 2021
Emojis are great. They enhance modern digital communication by adding emotions and expressions. But emojis evolve and new ones are added every year by the Unicode Consortium. Google brings the Unicode-ratified new set of emojis to the new version of Android every year. This leaves the older Android versions with older emojis. Android manufacturers also...
XDA Basics: What is Google Smart Lock and How does it work?

XDA Basics: What is Google Smart Lock and How does it work?

June 5, 2021
Have you ever seen somebody pick up their Android phone and have it unlock without a passcode, but when you try it, there's a security measure in place? Well, Google Smart Lock is a feature that can be responsible for such behavior. While not the most secure way to protect your device and its contents, it...
Do you actually use any digital wellbeing apps to manage your smartphone use?

Do you actually use any digital wellbeing apps to manage your smartphone use?

May 29, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has permanently altered the way many of us do work. For those who have shifted to working from home, separating your work and personal life has been a challenge. In addition, lockdowns have seasoned us to spend most of our time in front of a screen, and it's easier than ever to...
XDA Basics: How to use Find My Phone on Android

XDA Basics: How to use Find My Phone on Android

May 27, 2021
Got a hole in your pocket? We’ve been there where we realize we've lost our phone. Nothing makes a person feel down on their luck quite like reaching into their holster, only to be dismayed when they pull up nothing but lint. I need to find my phone before somebody else gets a hold of...
One of the best free file managers for Android turns 10 years old

One of the best free file managers for Android turns 10 years old

May 18, 2021
One of the best things about Android is that there's an app for pretty much anything you want to do on your phone. And in our forums, there's a thriving enthusiast scene where people actively find ways to get the most out of their smartphones, no matter how old, new, low-end, or high-end it is....
Are you satisfied by OEMs promising 3 years of Android updates?

Are you satisfied by OEMs promising 3 years of Android updates?

April 11, 2021
Smartphones are getting more powerful, and the performance gap between a flagship and a mid-ranger is getting shorter. With fewer hardware features to stake their claims, OEMs are now turning their attention towards software updates. The latest trend in this area is to promise a certain number of Android generational upgrades and use it as...