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digitpatrox7 hours ago
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Gemini can now tell when a PDF is on your phone screen

In the latest version of the Files by Google app, summoning Gemini while looking at a PDF gives you the option to ask about the file, writes Android Police. You’ll need to be a Gemini Advanced subscriber to use the feature though, according to Mishaal Rahman, who reported on Friday that it had started rolling out. If you have the…
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digitpatrox2 days ago
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How to screen calls on an iPhone

Life’s busy enough without wasting time on calls that are trying to scam you or sell to you. Unfortunately, stats from Hiya show that 28 percent of the calls you get are going to be suspected spam or fraud. On an iPhone, you don’t have the option to have an AI assistant answer calls for you, as you can on…
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digitpatrox3 days ago
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How to screen calls on an Android phone

I’m guessing I’m not alone in getting more scam and spam calls than ever before. As a result, Google and the other Android phone makers have gradually added a range of built-in features to detect and deal with unwanted callers. These include having suspicious numbers flagged before you answer, being able to block nuisance callers, and even getting AI to…
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digitpatrox2 weeks ago
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How to stop automatic screen brightness dimming on Windows 11

To prevent the screen from dimming automatically on Windows 11, open Settings > Display > Brightness and turn off “Change brightness automatically when lighting changes” and “Change brightness based on content.” Also, on Settings > Power & battery > Screen, sleep, & hibernate timeouts, turn off the “Dim my screen when I look away” option. On Windows 11, if your…
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digitpatrox3 weeks ago
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Why I Use a Privacy Screen When Working in Public

Key Takeaways Privacy screens help limit what others can see on your screen from the sides. Visual hacking is a low-effort way for someone to steal sensitive info—don’t make it easier for them. Be mindful when working remotely: secure your device, use a secure travel bag, and stay alert to protect your data. Privacy screens are an affordable way to…
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digitpatrox4 weeks ago
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How to Customize Your Android Home Screen

iOS might be catching up in terms of customization, but if you want to take full pixel-by-pixel control over the look of the software on your phone, Android still leads the way. You’re able to change up the look of your home screens in all kinds of ways—some of which you may not yet have discovered. This is a full…
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digitpatrox4 weeks ago
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30+ Black Friday Monitor Deals to Upgrade Your Screen Game!

Looking to upgrade your viewing experience with a nice monitor this Black Friday? You’re definitely in the right place, for we have scoured the internet to bring you a list of the best Black Friday monitor deals! So, whether you are a hardcore gamer looking for a nice OLED gaming monitor, an editor looking to get a color-accurate panel or…
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digitpatrox4 weeks ago
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How to Mirror Your Android Screen to Your PC Using Windows Phone Link

Key Takeaways Windows 10 and Windows 11 phone link apps help control smartphones from desktops. Requirements include the latest Windows, Android 8.0+, same Wi-Fi network. Phone link app allows screen mirroring with limited functionality but is suitable for basic tasks. Windows 10 and Windows 11 offer a “phone link” application that lets you control your smartphone from the Windows desktop,…
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digitpatroxNovember 19, 2024
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How to record your screen on an Android device

There are all kinds of reasons you might want to record what’s happening on your Android screen, from capturing your gaming exploits to trying to explain to a family member how to fix a problem they’re having with their favorite app. And when you do need this function, you’ll find it built right into Android (as it is on iOS).…
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digitpatroxNovember 6, 2024
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How to stop the Electoral College from invading your home screen

Some iOS users with the Washington Post app installed may have looked down at their device tonight only to find an undismissable black toggle hovering on their screen, with electoral vote counts in the 2024 presidential race slowly ticking upwards. (On my own iPhone it appears as the dynamic island.) If you tap on it it merely expands to give…
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