How to set up two-factor authentication on your Google account
Updated 06/21/16: Includes more recent and accurate images, as well as information about Google's new on-phone prompt.You don’t have to possess a stash of nude selfies in your Google account to know...
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How to find out everything Google knows about you in the new My Activity...
Google recently launched a new dashboard that presents all the key data it collects from you in one easy-to-find interface. The upside for you is that it provides a lot more control and transparency...
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How to check transit times in Google Maps
From the Bay Area’s BART to the New York Subway and parts in-between, there’s a universal question that comes to all commuters: when is the train coming?Google Maps usually has the answer. If you’re...
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How to backup images in device folders to Google Photos
Google Photos is a great way to back up and organize all your images, though you still need to do a little bit of legwork if you want to capture everything. That’s because Android organizes images...
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How to use the quick settings in Android Nougat
The quick settings menu is one the unsung heroes of Android customization. With a little bit of work it can greatly enhance how effectively you use your phone. It got a helpful quick access bar in the...
View ArticleHow to use split-screen mode in Android Nougat
At long last, Android has native support for split-screen mode.It’s a feature that’s long long been enjoyed by those who use high-end Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Google’s implementation in...
View ArticleHow to use Google Camera with Android Nougat
The camera is probably one of the apps you use the most on your smartphone. Google Camera, built primarily for Nexus devices, has been getting a regular boost in new features to make it more...
View ArticleHow to make the most of Android Nougat's new and improved notifications
The notification system is one of the strongest points of Android. You have a lot of control, and you’re getting even more with Android 7.0. Google has also done some cleanup to make all of those...
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How to navigate the new settings menu in Android Nougat
When your phone gets a major update like Android Nougat, you may not think of the Settings as the first thing to run off and check.But don’t underestimate the value in some of the changes to this...
View ArticleWhat you need to know about Doze Mode in Android Nougat
A new feature called Doze debuted in Marshmallow, with a promise of putting to rest all of those pesky battery drain issues that have long plagued Android.Doze fixed many problems, but clearly there...
View ArticleGet more out of Android Nougat with these tips and tricks
Finally, Google has released Android 7.0 Nougat. If you have a Nexus phone, you probably already have it. If not, it could come to your phone in weeks, or months, or never. (We try to help you figure...
View ArticleHow to add or remove an app from the Google Play Family Library
Google Play’s new Family Library makes it pretty easy to share all the apps, games, and other content you’ve bought with other family members. But sometimes there might be an app that you would...
View ArticleHow to change the home screen launcher on Android
Personalization is at the heart of Android. You’re not stuck with the same grid of app icons that came with your phone or tablet.Changing up your home screen launcher is a relatively simple method to...
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How to use two Chrome tabs in split screen mode with Android Nougat
One of the best features to arrive with Android Nougat is split-screen mode. But what you may have overlooked is that you can also split two Chrome tabs up as well. So just like on your PC, you can...
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How to change your phone's name in the Google Play Store
One of the many strengths of the Google Play Store is that you can download apps and manage purchases right from your web browser.When you go to download an app from Google Play on the web, clicking...
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How to remove a phone, tablet, or PC from accessing your Google account
Upgrading your smartphone is a regular habit for many, which makes securing your Google account all the more critical. The consolidated account tools that Google offers can help you keep track of...
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How to navigate the memory manager in Android Nougat
Android offers a convenient place for you to find out just exactly which apps have gone rogue and may be draining too many system resources.If you’re running Android Nougat (the following examples...
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How to add, remove, and manage accounts on your Android phone
Everyone who owns an Android phone has a Google account, but there are lots of other apps on our phones that all require their own login credentials. The longer you have your phone the more they can...
View ArticleHow to manage your Google Account on your Android phone
Your Google account is the lifeblood of your Android phone. From email to photos, payments, and, of course, apps, your Gmail account is the key to making your phone hum, no matter what you’re using it...
View ArticleHow to share your Android phone's connection with Wi-Fi hotspot
Your Android phone is always connected to the Internet, but you might not know that your other devices can take advantage of it, too. If you’re traveling with a tablet or a laptop that only has a...
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