Internet down? 3 ways I use an old Android phone as a backup connection for my home router

I needed a way to connect my phone to my router, and have it work reliably. Turns out, I have 3 options (and I saved the best ...
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I blamed wireless Android Auto for my phone's battery drain until I found the real problem

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The Android dark mode power-pack: 5 secrets for a smarter screen setup

Make your phone infinitely easier on the eyes with these off-the-beaten-path enhancements for Android's dark mode interface.

I stopped an Android Auto disconnect loop by modifying one background power setting

Android Auto disconnects? Change battery optimization ...
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Our Data Shows That It's OK if You Forget to Charge Your Phone Overnight

Our Data Shows That It's OK if You Forget to Charge Your Phone Overnight ...

I've driven thousands of miles with Android Auto - these 8 tips keep my phone cool

After years of using Android Auto, these are the 8 phone cooling tips I swear by ...
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How controlling my charger with a smart plug saved my phone's long-term health

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You've Only Got a Few Days Left to Save Your Samsung Messages

Samsung Messages stops working for US users this July. Here's the fastest way to move your texts and message history to Google Messages before the cutoff. Omar Gallaga has covered technology, digital ...
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I disabled one Android system app and got 6GB back with zero downsides

Pankil is a Civil Engineer turned freelance writer from Ahmedabad, India. As a long-time Windows and Android user, he has extensive knowledge of both operating systems and specializes in creating ...
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I finally fixed my Samsung phone's overheating issue — without giving up performance

Pankil is a Civil Engineer turned freelance writer from Ahmedabad, India. As a long-time Windows and Android user, he has extensive knowledge of both operating systems and specializes in creating ...