How to clean AirPods (or any wireless earbuds) safely and without damaging them By Becky Scarrott last updated 26 January 24 Here are the best ways to rid your AirPods and other earbuds of dust, moisture, general grime and, er… ear wax.
How to dispose of an inflated phone battery By Jamie Richards published 10 October 24 Swollen phone batteries can be dangerous; here's how to dispose of them safely.
How to get water out of a phone, and hopefully save it from oblivion By Emma Street published 18 August 24 Give your phone the best chance of rescue after getting submerged with our easy-to-follow guide.
How to transfer WhatsApp chats to a new phone By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published 28 January 24 Learn how to use the chat transfer feature of WhatsApp to move to a new handset.
How to check if your phone supports eSIM By Sead Fadilpašić last updated 4 February 25 eSIM adoption is growing rapidly and increasingly creeping into mid-range and low-end smartphones. Within the next decade, expect common smartphones to start having eSIMs.
How to block a number on Android By Josephine Watson last updated 8 December 23 Receiving calls from an unknown or harassing number is never pleasant, so it's useful to know how to block a number from calling your iPhone
Quick! Disable these Android features to boost your battery life By Tom Bedford published 11 June 25 I've selected a slew of tweaks you can do to get more battery life out of your Android phone.
I shot and edited this photo with my Samsung Galaxy Ultra and Adobe Lightroom Mobile – here's how you can get pro results with just your phone By James Abbott published 23 February 25 We explain how to get professional-looking photos entirely using your phone, from the camera app to editor.
Simplify and declutter any Android phone with Easy mode By Emma Street published 26 July 24 How to enable Easy mode on Samsung and simplify any Android device to make it more accessible.
How to erase an Android phone By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published 18 February 24 If you’re selling your old phone after upgrading, here’s how to delete everything from it for security and privacy
How to transfer data from Android to Android By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published 24 July 24 Learn how to transfer your data from Android to Android so you can move to a new phone without losing anything
How to connect your Android phone to a Windows PC using Phone Link By Thomas Deehan published 9 August 25 Want to connect your Windows PC/laptop and Android phone? Here's what you need to know.
Got a new phone for Christmas? Here's how to protect it By Olivia Powell published 26 December 23 TechRadar's experts have compiled a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, and password managers for securing your new phone
How to optimize your phone for games so you can thrash noobs and be the GOAT By Emma Street published 25 July 24 Unlock your phone's full gaming potential with this step-by-step guide.
How to find your phone number By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published 8 March 24 If your memory fails you, there is a quick and easy way to get a reminder of your phone number.
What is Bluetooth? By Allisa James last updated 17 April 24 Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask about the wireless communication protocol that most of us use every day.
How to hotspot from an Android phone By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published 30 December 23 Got a data signal on your phone, but no Wi-Fi for your laptop? Create a mobile hotspot to solve your problem!
How to root an Android phone By Andrew Williams last updated 10 October 24 Rooting your Android phone unlocks new apps, software and features. Here's how to do it.
How to transfer data to a new Samsung Galaxy phone via Wi-Fi, USB-C or PC By Axel Metz published 6 January 24 We detail the best ways to transfer data from an Android phone to a new Galaxy phone.
I’m a power bank nerd and here are the airline rules you need to know By Lindsay Handmer published 21 August 25 Here’s everything you need to know about the latest airline rules, capacity limits, and smart tips for traveling safely with power banks.
Every tap, every message – how to stop your smartphone spying on you By Stuart Burns published 31 January 25 Smartphones spying on us isn't anything new – but how deep does it go, and how can you prevent it? Here's what you need to know.
How to watch the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch live By James Rogerson published 9 May 25 The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is landing on May 12 – or May 13 in some parts of the world. Here's how to watch the launch.
How to uninstall apps on Android By Emma Street published 25 December 24 Three ways to remove unused apps from your Android phone
How to check Android battery health By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published 15 January 24 Your phone's battery is incredibly important, so it's helpful to know everything you can about it. Here's what you need to know.
How to create and edit stacks of widgets on your Android phone's home screen By Emma Street published 28 July 24 Set up your home screen with a curated stack of handy tools.
How to clear an iPhone before selling it By James Rogerson published 22 December 23 Planning to sell an iPhone? This guide covers how to remove and secure your data before doing so.
How to disable Amber alerts on an Android phone By Jamie Richards published 2 November 24 Here’s how to switch off Amber alerts and other emergency alerts on your Android smartphone.
How to scan a document with Google Drive By Max Slater-Robins published 4 November 24 Scanning a document using the Google Drive app on an Android smartphone or iPhone is super useful
How to lock apps on a Google Pixel phone By Tom Bedford published 9 November 24 We break down how to lock apps on a Google Pixel phone.
Traveling to the 2024 Paris Olympics? Here's how to save on mobile data By Chiara Castro published 25 July 24 Get an eSIM for the Olympics to keep using your secure mobile internet connections during your stay while avoiding expensive roaming charges. Here's all you need to know.