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Having the APN settings correctly set up on your Android device is crucial if you want to use your phone for mobile internet and MMS messaging (and who in this day and age doesn’t want to do that?). If you can’t connect to these services, and have already tried resetting your APN settings to default, then you may need to manually add the APN settings for your network. Here we show you how.
List of APN settings for US networks
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Having the APN settings correctly set up on your Android device is crucial if you want to use your phone for mobile internet and MMS messaging (and who in this day and age doesn’t want to do that?). If you can’t connect to these services, and have already tried resetting your APN settings to default, then you may need to manually add the APN settings for your network. Here we show you how.
List of APN settings for UK networks
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Losing your smartphone is not only terribly inconvenient, it can also be emotionally and financially devastating. The more you can do to protect yourself in the event that you lose your smartphone or have your phone stolen, the better. With Android Device Manager, you can massively increase your chances of not only getting your phone back, but also protecting yourself if it is gone for good. Here is how to use Android Device Manager as an anti-theft tool.
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After 72-hour lockouts ruined WhatsApp for some poor folks recently, a member of the XDA Developers forum hit back with a newly updated version of WhatsApp Plus, with ban prevention. That hasn’t stopped WhatsApp from steadily shutting down various WhatsApp alternatives though, with dire consequences if you fail to play ball. Update: A permanent WhatsApp ban is now affecting some users.
The ultimate WhatsApp tips guide
Best instant messengers apps on Android
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I know what you’re thinking, you’re thinking “why would anybody need a tutorial for such a simple procedure?” The problem is, it’s actually not so simple! Having recently purchased an Xperia Z3, I found myself having to hunt down an English user-guide to try and decipher the trickier-than-expected operation. So, to make things easy, here is my tutorial for how to insert a SIM card into the Xperia Z3.
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I’m not kidding when I say there are things in Android 5.0 Lollipop that will literally change your life. OK, I’m not talking about a spiritual awakening or anything, but they will absolutely change the way you’ve always used your Android smartphone. So let’s dive in and take a closer look at the five best Android 5.0 features.
Everything you need to know about Android 5.0 Lollipop
When will my phone get Android 5.0 Lollipop?
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To get a Galaxy Note 3 screenshot, you have plenty of options including gestures, S Pen or hardware buttons. This means that you have a total of three way to get a screen grab on the Note 3. It’s worth trying out each Galaxuy Note 3 screenshot method to see which one works best for you. Here goes.
Galaxy Note 3 tips
Galaxy Note 3 Android update news
Buy Now: Galaxy S3 cases and covers from Amazon
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If you frequently take your Chromecast with you to your friends’ houses or work, or even just want to change Wi-Fi networks at home, then knowing how to switch Wi-Fi connections on Chromecast is a useful thing to be aware of. It’s actually really easy. We’ll show you how to do it and what to do if it all goes wrong.
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So, your Android game is running smoothly, but the edges of objects have those nasty little jagged edges. How can I make my Android games look even better? With this trick, you can make the graphics in Android games silky smooth.
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Updates to apps are usually a good thing, but there are times when this is not the case. The latest version of your favorite app might remove a feature you’ve grown attached to, or it could lead to a drop in performance. AppDowner helps to roll back a version if you decide the older version of an app was better – you just need to be rooted. Find out how to downgrade Android apps to an earlier version here.
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