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Easy Android Lock Screen Personalization Tips

Add text: Settings > Display & touch > Lock screen > Add text on lock screen. Edit shortcuts: Settings > Display & touch > Lock screen > Shortcuts. Change how you unlock it: Search Settings for Screen ...

I used 14 secret codes to unlock menus of settings on my iPhone and Android - how it works

ZDNET's key takeaways Use these codes to forward calls, pay your bill, check balances, etc.Some of the codes work only on certain carriers or devices.One of the codes also might erase your data, so ...
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Don't Remember Someone's Number? Here's How to Use T9 Dialing on iPhone Instead

Apple introduced T9 dialing to all iPhones when the tech giant released iOS 18 in 2024. With T9 dialing, you can call someone just by typing their name into your iPhone's Phone app. That means you don ...

Locked out of your Google account? Now a friend can help - here's how

A new recovery feature lets you choose trusted friends or family members to verify your identity if you're locked out of your Google account.

I tried a dumb phone for week — here's what I gained (and lost)

So, I'm not throwing my smartphone away. I'm just making it a lot dumber. Start by turning off all non-essential ...

How to restart your Android phone without the power button: 2 easy ways

You don't need the power button to restart your Android. If yours is broken or you just want options, here are two.