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How to Disable Autoplay iMessage Effects on Apple Watch

iMessage effects like lasers, confetti, and celebration are fun-loving. To me, they are as exciting as the hilarious Memoji stickers and Animojis that never fail to lose the charm. While I like everything about the bubble and screen effects, I make sure to turn off their autoplay in the chat threads especially when my device […] The article How to Disable Autoplay iMessage Effects on Apple Watch was first published on Beebom

How to Control Individual Apps’ Volume in M1 Mac

The new M1 Macs bring a lot of cool features including the ability to run touchscreen apps and more. However, one feature that’s still missing on the new computers is the ability to control individual app volumes in macOS. So, if you’re looking for a way to ensure that your Netflix volume is high but […] The article How to Control Individual Apps’ Volume in M1 Mac was first published on Beebom

“Microsoft Didn’t End up Doing the Mobile OS Well Enough,” Accepts Bill Gates

Microsoft’s Windows operating system, as we all know, is an OS that powers more than a billion PCs and laptops across the globe. However, as you may know, Microsoft could not keep up the pace in the mobile department, and that, as per Bill Gates, is one of the biggest missed opportunities in his life. […] The article “Microsoft Didn’t End up Doing the Mobile OS Well Enough,” Accepts Bill Gates was first published on Beebom

7 Best Relaxing Apps and Games That You Can Try on Android and iOS

In our everyday grind of taking care of work, home, or whatever it may be, there are times when we need a moment of peace for our minds. Sometimes, with the world moving at lightspeed, you might feel that there is hardly any time to just chill and relax. We hear you and that is […] The article 7 Best Relaxing Apps and Games That You Can Try on Android and iOS was first published on Beebom

Apple Will Soon Require Apps to Gain User Permission Before Tracking Them

In the wake of various data-related controversies and cybercrimes, Apple, with the introduction of iOS 14, opened a new route for users to know how various apps manage their precious data. The Cupertino giant also gave users control to prevent these apps from constantly tracking their online activities across other third-party apps using something called […] The article Apple Will Soon Require Apps to Gain User Permission Before Tracking Them was first published on Beebom

This YouTuber Modified a 4th-Gen iPod Classic to Stream Spotify

When his mother-in-law gifted a 4th-gen iPod Classic to YouTuber Guy Dupont, he was hit by a great force of nostalgia and an idea to give the iPod some new capabilities. So, being a “creative technologist”, Dupont gave the retro Apple device the ability to stream music directly from Spotify and even update playlists by […] The article This YouTuber Modified a 4th-Gen iPod Classic to Stream Spotify was first published on Beebom

YouTube Has Paid $30 Billion to Content Creators in the Last Three Years

YouTube, as we know, has gone from a mere video sharing platform to become a vast community of diverse content creators. The Google-owned company, after its massive popularity, has helped numerous content creators to grow their professional careers. And now, according to YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, the video streaming website has paid over $30 billion […] The article YouTube Has Paid $30 Billion to Content Creators in the Last Three Years was first published on Beebom

The New Tesla Model S Can Run Cyberpunk 2077 and Witcher 3

With cars becoming smart with the latest technologies, we have seen a massive development of in-car infotainment systems over the past couple of years. However, Elon Musk’s Tesla recently revealed probably the most advanced in-car infotainment system in the world with the unveiling of its updated Tesla Model S. Why is it the most advanced […] The article The New Tesla Model S Can Run Cyberpunk 2077 and Witcher 3 was first published on Beebom

How to Install Kodi on Amazon Fire TV Stick (Working Method)

Kodi is not just popular for its addons that allow you to watch live TV, movies, etc., but also because it lets you manage your media, and it’s available on a number of platforms and hardware devices. Apart from popular platforms like Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows, Kodi can also be used in Amazon Fire […] The article How to Install Kodi on Amazon Fire TV Stick (Working Method) was first published on Beebom

How to Set Default GPU for Apps in Windows 10

In multi-GPU computers running Windows 10, you can manually specify which graphics card a Windows app should use as default to either improve performance or increase battery efficiency. So today, we will show you how to set default GPU for apps in multi-GPU Windows 10 computers. Set Default GPU for Apps in Windows 10 Generally, […] The article How to Set Default GPU for Apps in Windows 10 was first published on Beebom

Realme UI 2.0 Beta Goes Live for Realme X3, X2, and C-Series in India

Realme announced the Realme UI 2.0 skin based on Android 11 earlier last year. The Chinese giant has steadily been rolling out the update to its devices ever since. In line with its update roadmap, the company has opened up the Realme UI 2.0 Early Access program for six more devices today. This includes the […] The article Realme UI 2.0 Beta Goes Live for Realme X3, X2, and C-Series in India was first published on Beebom

How to Use Clips on YouTube to Create Short Video Clips

YouTube has started testing Clips – the company’s new feature that lets viewers make short clips from videos and live streams. With this addition, you can easily share interesting moments from videos without any hassle. The duration of the generated clips can be anywhere between 5 seconds and 60 seconds. In this article, we show […] The article How to Use Clips on YouTube to Create Short Video Clips was first published on Beebom

Asus ROG Phone 5 Shows up Online with a Dot Matrix Display on the Back

Asus is gearing up to unveil the ROG Phone 3 successor very soon. The company has already teased the device, which is expected to boast a familiar design and 65W fast-charging, on Weibo earlier this month. It will most likely be called ROG Phone 5 (and Asus will skip the number 4, just like OnePlus, […] The article Asus ROG Phone 5 Shows up Online with a Dot Matrix Display on the Back was first published on Beebom

10 Best Apple Watch Series 6 Screen Protectors You Can Buy

Apple introduced the new Apple Watch Series 6 in its Time Flies event along with a new iPad Air and 8th-gen iPad 8. The new Series 6 Apple Watch comes with a 20% faster S6 processor, a new blood oxygen monitoring sensor, and a host of other improvements. That said, Apple didn’t tell us if […] The article 10 Best Apple Watch Series 6 Screen Protectors You Can Buy was first published on Beebom

How to Add Free Live TV Channels on Fire TV Stick

While the smart TV experience on Fire TV Stick is pretty good, there are users who want a traditional experience, just like they had on their STB boxes. No, I am not talking about installing Kodi and live TV addons. Amazon has brought a separate Live TV section where you can add free live TV […] The article How to Add Free Live TV Channels on Fire TV Stick was first published on Beebom

Netflix Starts Testing a Sleep Timer on Android; Here’s How It Works

Netflix has been testing a lot of new features for its mobile app, of late. After the audio-only mode, the streaming giant is now testing a sleep timer on Android. This will allow users to set a timer, up to 45 minutes or the end of a movie, that powers down the app once the […] The article Netflix Starts Testing a Sleep Timer on Android; Here’s How It Works was first published on Beebom

How to Change App Permissions on Android

Over the past few years, Android updates have primarily been focused on improving the privacy of the operating system. With recent Android versions, Google has given users more control over how apps can access data and use various features on Android devices. One notable improvement has been on Android’s app permissions and today, we will […] The article How to Change App Permissions on Android was first published on Beebom

How to Manage Photos Storage on Apple Watch

With just up to 32GB of total storage onboard, you must manage your Apple Watch storage efficiently to ensure the smartwatch doesn’t get cluttered for space. Though not many folks like to store photos on Apple Watch, some of us love to sync photos for making the most of the Photo Watch Face that automatically […] The article How to Manage Photos Storage on Apple Watch was first published on Beebom

Many Indians Lose Trust in WhatsApp Due to Its New Privacy Policy, Reveal Surveys

While WhatsApp alternatives such as Telegram and Signal are getting more downloads than ever, recent surveys have revealed that many existing WhatsApp users have lost trust in the app following its creepy policy update. As a result, more and more users are slowly moving away from the app, and some have already started using other […] The article Many Indians Lose Trust in WhatsApp Due to Its New Privacy Policy, Reveal Surveys was first published on Beebom

How to Use Touchscreen Apps with Keyboard on M1 MacBook

Apple’s new MacBooks run on the company’s in-house Apple M1 chips based on the ARM architecture. While this means a lot of great things for battery life and overall efficiency, it also means that macOS can now run iPhone apps as well. However, a lot of iOS apps are touch-optimized and the Mac doesn’t have […] The article How to Use Touchscreen Apps with Keyboard on M1 MacBook was first published on Beebom

What is Wi-Fi 6E: Difference Between Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E – Explained!

We’re at the cusp of welcoming a new Wi-Fi standard, called Wi-Fi 6E, that promises to change the way we use wireless networks. Today, we will discuss what is Wi-Fi 6E and what to expect from the new technology. We will also tell you about the difference between Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E for a […] The article What is Wi-Fi 6E: Difference Between Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E – Explained! was first published on Beebom

Realme Doubled Smartphone Shipments in Q4 2020; Apple Topped the Charts

As per the latest report from Counterpoint Research, Apple and Samsung remained at the top in terms of smartphone shipments in Q4 2020. The former edged out the latter in this quarter. But, it was Realme that came out on top as the emerging player. The company almost doubled its smartphone shipments in 2020 and […] The article Realme Doubled Smartphone Shipments in Q4 2020; Apple Topped the Charts was first published on Beebom

How to Customize Apple Watch Faces Like a Pro

While personalization on iPhone kickstarts with home screen widgets, customization on Apple Watch starts from watch faces. Slowly but steadily, watchOS has created a solid library of cool watch faces. From the fun-loving Memoji to hilarious mickey mouse to the attention-grabbing photos watch face, you have got a variety of watch faces to try. And […] The article How to Customize Apple Watch Faces Like a Pro was first published on Beebom

Leaked Sony Xperia 1 III Renders Show off New Periscope Lens, Familiar Design

After launching its flagship Xperia 1 II (read as Xperia 1 Mark 2) earlier last year, Sony launched a compact version of it, as promised, late in 2020. Now, early renders of the next Sony flagship dubbed the Xperia 1 III (Xperia 1 Mark 3) suggest that the company is aiming to add a better […] The article Leaked Sony Xperia 1 III Renders Show off New Periscope Lens, Familiar Design was first published on Beebom

Google Chrome for Android Gains Grid View and Tab Grouping Feature

Google just recently started rolling out Chrome 88 with better security and tab search features. Now, the browser is adding the much-awaited tab grouping and grid view for tabs feature on Android. Now, with this update, Chrome for Android is getting a new grid-like view for its tab-page. This means that instead of displaying the […] The article Google Chrome for Android Gains Grid View and Tab Grouping Feature was first published on Beebom

How to Send Disappearing Messages in WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, and Instagram

Disappearing messages feature serves as a neat way to send messages without leaving a trace or history. If you’ve been wondering how to get started with disappearing messages, here’s all you need to know to enable and use the feature on popular messaging platforms namely Telegram, Signal, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Send Disappearing Messages 1. Send […] The article How to Send Disappearing Messages in WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, and Instagram was first published on Beebom

How to Sideload Android APKs on Fire TV Stick

As we all know, there is not much difference between an Android TV and Fire TV Stick when it comes to the core system. Both of them run Android OS under the hood and support the APK format to package and install apps. That said, on the surface, both platforms look quite distinct and in […] The article How to Sideload Android APKs on Fire TV Stick was first published on Beebom

Xiaomi’s New ‘Mi Air Charge’ Tech Can Charge Devices Wirelessly in Your Room

Oppo kicked off the trend of improved charging experience on our smartphones with its VOOC innovations a couple of years ago. Other phone makers have since followed suit, with Xiaomi leading the crowd with its 120W wired and 80W wireless charging technology. The company has made a leap today and shown off a new ‘Mi […] The article Xiaomi’s New ‘Mi Air Charge’ Tech Can Charge Devices Wirelessly in Your Room was first published on Beebom

Samsung’s Profit Rises Nearly 30% in Q4 2020 Despite COVID Challenges

As we move closer to the year-ending of 2020-21, Samsung today published its fourth-quarter earnings report on its official Newsroom. While many companies struggled to earn revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Samsung reported that it earned more money in 2020 than it did in 2019. As per Samsung’s official earnings report, the company, in […] The article Samsung’s Profit Rises Nearly 30% in Q4 2020 Despite COVID Challenges was first published on Beebom

Vivaldi is the First Web Browser to Offer “Two-Level Tab Stacks” for Easier Tab Management

With the latest update to its browser, Vivaldi has gained a unique feature that makes tab management easier than ever. The developers, with the latest 3.6 update, added support for a two-level tab-bar on the desktop version of the browser. This makes Vivaldi the first web browser in the industry to offer this exclusive feature […] The article Vivaldi is the First Web Browser to Offer “Two-Level Tab Stacks” for Easier Tab Management was first published on Beebom

How to Import Chats from WhatsApp to Telegram

WhatsApp had to delay its controversial privacy policy update after it faced a backlash from its users. Due to this situation, several WhatsApp users have been switching to Signal and Telegram. To help ensure a seamless transition, developers at Telegram have created a new chat import tool that lets you import chats from WhatsApp to […] The article How to Import Chats from WhatsApp to Telegram was first published on Beebom

How to Adjust Keyboard Brightness in M1 MacBook

The new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro with Apple M1 chips have been out for a while and everyone seems to be loving Apple’s new processor and its capabilities. While Apple more or less kept the same design for the new MacBooks, there is one major change. The Cupertino giant removed the shortcut keys for […] The article How to Adjust Keyboard Brightness in M1 MacBook was first published on Beebom

WhatsApp Web and Desktop Logins Will Now Require Biometric Authentication

WhatsApp may be entangled in a huge privacy policy debate but it is not stopping the messaging giant from debuting new features. The company has decided to make your desktop and web logins secure by adding support for biometric authentication today. This will be an opt-in feature but will be enabled by default. You need […] The article WhatsApp Web and Desktop Logins Will Now Require Biometric Authentication was first published on Beebom

How to Remap App Buttons on Fire TV Remotes

While Android TV and Amazon Fire TV remotes have become quite minimal, it’s also true that they are now bloated with dedicated buttons for streaming services such as Netflix, HBO, and more. Some people don’t find the utility of these buttons so we wrote a guide on how to remap the Android TV remote. On […] The article How to Remap App Buttons on Fire TV Remotes was first published on Beebom

Apple Might Add iCloud Keychain Support to Windows 10 via a Chrome Extension

If you are someone like me who has an iPhone but works on a Windows laptop, then I have got some good news for you. Apple, according to recent reports, is aiming to add support for iCloud Keychain to Windows 10 PCs via a Google Chrome extension. Now, although the feature is available on the […] The article Apple Might Add iCloud Keychain Support to Windows 10 via a Chrome Extension was first published on Beebom

Airtel Successfully Tests 5G Service in Hyderabad; Says Ready for Rollout

After Jio boasting about its 5G plans and how it is indigenously developing all of the components in India, its fiercest rival Airtel has announced that it has successfully conducted live 5G tests in the country. Airtel boasts that it is India’s first telecom giant to demonstrate & orchestrate “LIVE 5G service” over a commercial […] The article Airtel Successfully Tests 5G Service in Hyderabad; Says Ready for Rollout was first published on Beebom

How to Manage Notification Grouping on Apple Watch

Notification Grouping is the right answer to preventing endless alerts from cluttering the entire Notification Center or the lock screen. With all the alerts organized in neat stacks based on apps or nature, you can navigate through specific notifications and find the ones you need a bit more conveniently. Furthermore, watchOS 7 also lets you […] The article How to Manage Notification Grouping on Apple Watch was first published on Beebom

Apple Doubles India Smartphone Sales; Plans to Open Retail Stores Soon

Apple reported its Q1 2021 earnings earlier today and topped the $100 billion mark in quarterly revenue for the first time in the company’s history. Also, the Cupertino giant reported that it now has over 1 billion active iPhones, which is huge. But, what’s more exciting is the fact that India played an important role […] The article Apple Doubles India Smartphone Sales; Plans to Open Retail Stores Soon was first published on Beebom

Apple Now Has over 1 Billion Active iPhone Users Around the World

In a recent earnings call with the investors, Apple announced that there are now over 1 billion active iPhone users around the globe. It is a major accomplishment by the Cupertino giant that shows the massive popularity of iPhones amongst consumers and enthusiasts. Further, CEO Tim Cook also said that there are over 1.65 billion […] The article Apple Now Has over 1 Billion Active iPhone Users Around the World was first published on Beebom

How to Enable or Disable User Account Control in Windows 10

User Account Control (UAC) in Windows is meant to be a safety net to prevent apps from making unwanted changes in the system. While it can be helpful for novice users, it can also be a massive annoyance for advanced users, which is why many seek to disable it on their computers. So if you […] The article How to Enable or Disable User Account Control in Windows 10 was first published on Beebom

Android 12 Might Bring a Theming Engine That Even Recolors Apps

Google introduced a barebones theming engine hidden under the Developer Options with Android 11 last year. It enabled users to change the accent color, icon shape, and font on their Android device. With its successor, Android 12, right around the corner, the reports of new features we can expect to see in this software update […] The article Android 12 Might Bring a Theming Engine That Even Recolors Apps was first published on Beebom

How to Create a Radio Station on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music

The algorithms of music streaming services do a great job suggesting songs based on the songs you already listen to. While this might seem harmless on the surface, this approach essentially limits your listening genres and you’ll eventually reach a state where you end up wondering why all the songs in your music library sound […] The article How to Create a Radio Station on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music was first published on Beebom

FAU-G Amassed over 5 Million Downloads After 24 Hours with Only a 3.5-Star Rating

After a ton of anticipation, on the occasion of the 72nd Republic Day, nCore Games finally released the homegrown game, The Fearless and United Guards, aka FAU-G, in India. The game garnered over 4 million pre-registrations before its release. Now, just after a day-and-a-half of its official release on Android, the mobile title garnered over […] The article FAU-G Amassed over 5 Million Downloads After 24 Hours with Only a 3.5-Star Rating was first published on Beebom

Google Maps Now Offers Better Discoverability in 10 Indian Languages

In order to make Google Maps accessible to more people in India, Google announced some major improvements to help its navigation app transliterate search results in 10 new Indian languages. This is an important update for Google Maps and the Mountain View giant believes it would help the “next billion users” access the app in […] The article Google Maps Now Offers Better Discoverability in 10 Indian Languages was first published on Beebom

How to Fake Geo-location in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge

Popular HTML5 compliant browsers, including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Microsoft Edge, have built-in geo-location services that enable websites to detect your exact location. However, you could easily spoof your geo-location information in your browser if you’d rather not reveal your location to third-party sites and services. While enabling geo-location in your browser helps you […] The article How to Fake Geo-location in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge was first published on Beebom

OnePlus Co-Founder Carl Pei’s New Company Is Literally Called ‘Nothing’

OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei has been teasing his next venture over the past couple of months. He quit OnePlus earlier in September and started work on a new company in November, securing an investment from some bigtime investors. Today, as promised, Carl Pei has announced the name of his new company and unexpectedly, it’s called […] The article OnePlus Co-Founder Carl Pei’s New Company Is Literally Called ‘Nothing’ was first published on Beebom

How to Use Read Later Feature in Google Chrome

If you’ve ever used Mozilla Firefox, you might recall that the web browser has neat integration with a service named Pocket for bookmarking web pages for reading later. Google Chrome is now catching up with the feature and has prepared a ‘Read Later’ or ‘Reading List’ feature to help users easily save web pages for […] The article How to Use Read Later Feature in Google Chrome was first published on Beebom

Eros Now Debuts “First Day, First Show” Offering to Let You Stream Exclusive New Movies

India-based OTT platform Eros Now announced today a new addition to its streaming service called “First Day, First Show”. It will offer users access to exclusive Hollywood movies at nominal rates from the comfort of their homes. This will be an additional subscription-based service and Eros Now aims to release at least 10 English films […] The article Eros Now Debuts “First Day, First Show” Offering to Let You Stream Exclusive New Movies was first published on Beebom

Lost Your Fire TV Remote? Here’s What to Do

There are times when you want to watch TV, but can’t seem to find the remote. It especially happens with the Fire TV remote as it’s quite small in size and goes out of sight in no time. So if you have lost your Fire TV remote and looking for a temporary way to navigate […] The article Lost Your Fire TV Remote? Here’s What to Do was first published on Beebom

Poco M3 India Launch Set for 2nd February

Poco is gearing up to unveil its first smartphone of 2021 in India. The Chinese giant has shared the launch date for its much-awaited Poco M3 smartphone today. It will be a successor to Poco M2, which was a rebranded Redmi 9 Prime, and bring an original design to the company’s portfolio. Poco M3 Launch […] The article Poco M3 India Launch Set for 2nd February was first published on Beebom

Here Are All of the New Camera Modes Coming to OnePlus Phones

Though OnePlus phones are quite popular for their build and software experience, the company is usually called out for its lackluster cameras. OnePlus has vowed to fix the camera and is now reportedly working on a myriad of new camera features. According to the folks at XDA Developers, the Chinese phone maker will add a […] The article Here Are All of the New Camera Modes Coming to OnePlus Phones was first published on Beebom

Motorola Edge S Launches as the World’s First Smartphone with Snapdragon 870 5G SoC

Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 870 chipset, a refresh of the Snapdragon 865+ chipset, earlier last week. And now, Lenovo-backed Motorola has launched the world’s first smartphone powered by this 5G chipset. Motorola Edge S is the first smartphone with the Snapdragon 870 5G chipset under the hood. It also includes a 90Hz display, a quad-camera […] The article Motorola Edge S Launches as the World’s First Smartphone with Snapdragon 870 5G SoC was first published on Beebom

How to Edit Images Using Photos App on Mac (Complete Guide)

While I prefer to have the best photo editing apps at my disposal for enhancing my shots, they aren’t always on top of my mind. Especially when all I want is a handful of neat photo editing tools that can let me adorn my memorable shots without having to deal with complex software. At times, […] The article How to Edit Images Using Photos App on Mac (Complete Guide) was first published on Beebom

India Permanently Bans Chinese Apps Including TikTok, WeChat, and More: Report

The Indian government, as you might know, banned several Chinese apps and games in the country in the name of national security starting from late June last year. Now, the government has decided that banned apps, including Tiktok, WeChat, and many others, are not making a comeback in the country anytime soon. And it looks […] The article India Permanently Bans Chinese Apps Including TikTok, WeChat, and More: Report was first published on Beebom