Kabir Jain

Jan 14, 2025 | howtogeek.com | Kabir Jain

Your home screen says a lot about you—it’s like the front door to your digital life. While most people might expect to see the usual social media apps, the apps I’m highlighting here serve a specific utility—they’re tools I rely on to stay productive, entertained, and organized. 1 1.1.1.1 by Cloudflare This app is my go-to for a free and reliable VPN service. While I don’t use a VPN daily, there are moments when it’s essential.

Jan 12, 2025 | howtogeek.com | Kabir Jain

Samsung’s One UI 7 beta arrived last month, and let me tell you—it’s packed with features that are not just flashy but genuinely useful. As someone who loves Android in all its flavors, I can’t help but think: “Google, are you taking notes?” Pixel UI, Google’s skin on top of Android, is known for being clean, simple, and functional. But let’s face it, sometimes simplicity can feel a little too... basic. Here are the features that I believe Google absolutely needs to copy from One UI 7.

Jan 8, 2025 | howtogeek.com | Kabir Jain

Android’s notification system is one of its most powerful features, but many users only scratch the surface of what it can do. Let’s explore five features that can make your day easier, more productive, and a lot less chaotic. 1 Stay Organized by Prioritizing Key Notifications Not all notifications deserve your immediate attention. Android lets you prioritize the ones that matter most, so critical alerts always stay at the top. To do this: Long-press on a notification when it appears.

Dec 15, 2024 | howtogeek.com | Kabir Jain

We obsess over the latest processors, eye-popping displays, and camera upgrades when new smartphones launch. But what if I told you the real game-changer in 2025 isn’t about megapixels or refresh rates? It’s about batteries. What’s the Big Deal About Silicon-Carbon Batteries? Lithium-ion batteries have been the gold standard in smartphones for years, and for good reason—they’re reliable, efficient, and affordable to manufacture. But they have their limits.

Dec 14, 2024 | howtogeek.com | Kabir Jain

Android phones are packed with features, but not every one of them is worth keeping enabled. In fact, some can be downright annoying. Here’s a list of settings I always turn off to make my phone work better for me. Ever had an app suddenly behave differently because it updated on its own? It’s frustrating when features you rely on disappear or change without warning. That’s why I prefer to disable automatic app updates.