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Galaxy S8 Plus: How to delete apps
Some carrier models of the Galaxy S8+ come with a lot of apps pre-installed. There could be over 20 apps already on your device that you have no intention of ever using. The good news is we can uninstall, or at least disable, most of the bloatware. Let’s do it. Open the app drawer to see all of...- Joe
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Galaxy S8 Plus: How to use the fingerprint scanner
The fingerprint scanner on the Galaxy S8+ isn't in a great spot, but you still may want to use it. Go to Settings > Lock screen and security Select Fingerprint scanner Tap Add fingerprint Follow the instructions until 100% of your fingerprint has been scanned Tap DONE Toggle on Fingerprint...- Joe
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Galaxy S8 Plus: How to use the iris scanner
The newest form of security on the Galaxy S8+ is the iris scanner. This allows you to use your eye as the unlock method, just like you’ve seen on TV shows and movies. It’s a very cool feature when it works. If you wear glasses or contact it might not work as well. Here’s how to set it up. Go to...- Joe
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Flashing the Ainur NERO audio mod in TWRP enhances your device's audio quality
ViPER4Android is a popular audio modification for Android but it tends to be too confusing for some people to setup. So UltraM8's Ainur NERO makes things easier by hijacking the audio signal with equalizers to help improve the audio of your device.- Android News
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Three hidden tricks you can do on the Galaxy S8 or S8+ with ADB
XDA has a little guide up that shows off three unique tricks that you can do with the S8 and S8+ if you don't mind executing ADB commands. This includes tips such as enabling mobile data or hotspot quick setting tile, changing the quick settings layout size and enabling quick reply from the lock...- Android News
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Guide shows you how to customize the navigation bar of the Galaxy S8
Samsung switched to software navigation buttons so the latest version of TouchWiz has some new features that let you customize it a bit. Droid Life has a quick guide up right now that walks you through the process and shows you what you can customize.- Android News
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This hack lets you use YouTube's hidden dark mode in a desktop browser
It looks like Google is testing a new dark mode for YouTube that isn't ready to go live for some reason. However, if you follow these steps then you can force it to be enabled on your desktop right now. . . 1. Open console 2. Paste: document.cookie="VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE=fPQ4jCL6EiE" 3. Reload 4...- Android News
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Here are some of the things that every LG G6 owner should know how to do
Phandroid just published an article that offers over a dozen tips that every LG G6 owner should know about. This includes things such as setting up a fingerprint for authentication, deleting useless bloatware, customizing the navigation bar and more.- Android News
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Google offers some tips for Pixel owners to help them take better photos
In a new blog post, Google celebrates spring by offering some tips which can help you take better photographs with the Pixel and Pixel XL. This includes suggests like using lens blur, creating the best lighting, getting a friend to help and more.- Android News
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You can use the Google Home app to cast your Daydream experience to another scree
VR games can be quite immersive, but they aren't something that can typically be shared with someone else. VR Heads has a tip for you that shows you can use the Google Cast technology to replicate your Daydream experience to another screen.- Android News
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How to: Customize your Chrome startup screen
Jen from Android Central gives everyone a tutorial on how to customize your Chrome startup screen on any device so that you can be more productive.- Android News
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LG G6 how to boot into recovery
Booting into recovery on the LG G6 isn't as straight forward as other devices. The stock recovery mode also doesn't have much to offer. All you can do from recovery is perform a factory reset (which can be done without recovery). How to boot into recovery: Power off the phone Hold the Volume...- Joe
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LG G6 how to use the camera
One of the best features on the LG G6 is the camera(s). It has dual cameras on the back and one on the front. LG has been doing a great job with cameras in their last few flagships. The G6 is no different. Here are a few tips to get you started. Take advantage of all the megapixels: Open the...- Joe
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LG G6 how to use mobile hotspot
The LG G6 can be used as a mobile hotspot. This allows you to connect other devices to the G6 and use its data connection. It's super easy to set up. Note: Mobile hotspot requires an eligible data plan. Go to Settings > Tethering Toggle the Mobile Hotspot switch If Wi-Fi is turned on, you will...- Joe
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LG G6 how to show battery percentage
Want to keep a close eye on battery life? You can put the actual battery percentage in the status bar. You'll know exactly how much battery is left. Go to Settings > Battery & power saving Toggle the switch for Battery percentage on status bar- Joe
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LG G6 how to hide apps
Sometimes there are apps you have to have installed, but you don't want them cluttering up your app drawer. Thankfully, it's easy to hide apps. Open the app drawer Tap the menu icon Select Hide/Show apps Check the box for the apps you want to hide Tap the check mark in the right corner when...- Joe
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LG G6 how to factory reset
If you ever want to start fresh or sell your phone, you need to do a factory reset. This will wipe the device clean, so make sure none of your personal information is left. It will be like you turned the phone on for the first time again. Open the Settings app Scroll down and select Backup &...- Joe
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LG G6 how to draw on pics
You can draw on pretty much anything with a tap of a button on the LG G6 by using the "Capture+" feature. It's a button that you'll find in the Quick Settings. Not only is it great for drawing on pics, but it's great for taking notes. Pull down the Quick Settings Tap the Capture+ icon A toolbar...- Joe
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LG G6 how to delete apps
Removing unwanted apps is something we all do. It can be an app that came preinstalled on the phone or an app you don't use anymore. Whatever the reason may be, here's how to delete apps on the LG G6. Go to Settings > Apps Locate the appropriate app Note: For system apps, tap the Menu icon >...- Joe
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LG G6 how to change keyboard
Changing the keyboard is an essential part of what makes Android unique. The default keyboard on the LG G6 isn't too bad, but you can change it to a different one if you'd like. Go to Settings > Language & keyboard Under 'KEYBOARD & INPUT METHODS,' tap Current keyboard Tap SELECT MORE Tap to...- Joe
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LG G6 how to use emoji
;):p:D:cool::oops::thinking: Emoji. Everyone uses emoji these days. Of course the LG G6 has plenty of emojis at your disposal. Here's how to use the emoji with the built-in LG Keyboard. Bring up the keyboard Tap the ":)1#" button in the bottom left Now tap the :) button You'll see all the...- Joe
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LG G6 how to change home screen
Changing the home screen launcher on the LG G6 is very easy. We already showed you how to switch to the LG launcher with the app drawer. The process is exactly the same for any launcher you can download from the Play Store. Go to Settings > Home screen Tap Select Home Choose you desired home...- Joe
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LG G6 how to backup
Backing up your phone is very important if you want to keep your data and media safe. There are a couple of ways to do it on the LG G6. Back up apps Go to Settings > Backup & reset Under 'GOOGLE BACKUP,' tap Back up my data Tap the Back up my data switch to the ON setting Back up contacts...- Joe
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LG G6 how to add home screen
If you want more space for widgets and app icons, you can add extra home screens. LG doesn't allow you to simply drag an app or widget to a blank screen to create a new home screen. You have to follow these steps. Note: this is with the Home & app drawer home screen. Pinch to zoom out on the...- Joe
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LG G6 How to block numbers
If you're getting spam calls or you want to block that annoying ex, the LG G6 can do it from the dialer app. Open the phone app Tap the number from your recent calls Tap the three-dot menu icon Select Block number Tap BLOCK That's it! Unblock the number by follow the same steps.- Joe
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