Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

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How to get Audible for cheap (or free)

Jul 22, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Audible offers an extensive collection of audiobooks, including Audible Originals exclusive to the platform. Audible Plus costs $7.95/month, Premium Plus costs $14.95/month with 1 free audiobook credit, or $22.95/month for 2 credits. Ways to access Audible for free include using the basic service, signing up for a new account trial, or leveraging Amazon Prime benefits. Nowadays, it seems that many people are increasingly having trouble reading books.
9 tips for improving battery life on your Garmin watch

Jul 21, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Enable Battery Saver Mode on compatible Garmin models for extended battery life. Lower screen brightness to conserve battery without sacrificing too much visibility. Disable Wi-Fi, LTE, GPS, Bluetooth, Pulse Ox, automatic tracking, and animated faces to save battery. In a span of just a few years, smartwatches have turned from novelty to a mainstay on the wrists of athletes and casual users alike.
Should you buy a Pixel Watch 2 or wait for the Pixel Watch 3?

Jul 19, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Google's Pixel Watch 3 is expected to have two size options, enhanced performance, improved battery life, brighter display, and an AI integration. The Pixel Watch 3's Snapdragon W5 SoC and custom co-processor will boost power and efficiency, addressing performance concerns from the previous model. With the Pixel Watch 3 set to launch in a month, it's recommended to wait for the new model due to its significant improvements over the Pixel Watch 2.
How to get Max for cheap (or free!)

Jul 11, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Max offers quality content, with shows like Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Sopranos and The Last of Us. No official free trial is available, but the platform offers free episodes as a way to check out the service, and Cricket Wireless customers can get a free subscription included with a plan. Max offers three subscription tiers with varying features, including an ad-supported plan, an ad-free plan, and a premium plan with higher quality streaming and audio options.
What to expect from Samsung's July Galaxy Fold 6/Flip 6 Unpacked event

Jul 8, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Samsung is the king of Android smartphones, with a range of devices from budget to flagship. The Galaxy Unpacked event in July will reveal new devices, including the Galaxy Ring, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Watch 7, Watch 7 Ultra, and Galaxy Buds 3. Samsung offers pre-order deals for eager buyers, including discounts. Even though Google has been on an offensive lately with its impressive Pixel lineup, Samsung is still the unquestionable king of Android smartphones.
How to download and save videos from X (Twitter)

Jul 2, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Luke Baker |Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski |Jesse Lennox

Downloading Twitter videos has been a pain, but you can now do it natively as a premium subscriber. If you're a free user, you still need to rely on third-party software. On the desktop, use a website like Twitter Video Downloader to download videos from Twitter. On mobile - whether iOS or Android - you'll need to download an app to help you save videos from the platform.
Can and should you replace your smartwatch with a smart ring?

Jun 9, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Smart rings offer advanced health tracking with a diminutive size and long battery life, perfect for everyday exercise monitoring. Smartwatches remain more feature-rich than smart rings, thanks to their screens and more advanced sensors, allowing for more detailed tracking. Smart rings offer benefits such as lightweight design, sleek aesthetics, ease of use, and extended battery life compared to smartwatches.
9 apps I immediately uninstall on every new Pixel phone

Jun 2, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Uninstall unnecessary apps on your Pixel phone to free up storage space and declutter the app drawer. Use native Pixel features like Google Photos for editing and Now Playing for music identification. Clean up your Pixel experience by uninstalling apps that you're not using, carrier bloatware, and unnecessary software that came with the phone. So, you're a happy owner of a Pixel phone.
Should you buy the Pixel 8a or wait for the Pixel 9?

Jun 2, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Pixel 8a offers excellent value: sub-$500 price, great camera, hardware, and software. It's a perfect choice for budget-conscious buyers now. Pixel 9 is rumored to have advanced AI, better specs, and design changes. Upcoming flagship option for those looking for cutting-edge features. Both Pixel 8a & Pixel 9 have their advantages. 8a is budget-friendly, while 9 promises top-tier performance and AI improvements. Buying yourself a new phone is always a bit of a stressful exercise.
Here's how I tell if my emails have been read or not yet

May 25, 2024 | pocket-lint.com | Adrian Sobolewski-Kiwerski

Email is essential for more formal communication, and receiving a notification when someone opens a message from you can help streamline your work. Gmail offers users a read receipt feature for messaging visibility, but there are several ways to track email openings. Third-party pixel tracker plugins are widely available for reliable email tracking. Even though all kinds of messaging apps, such as WhatsApp or iMessage, are so widespread and convenient, email is still holding its own.