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How to Choose the Perfect Smartphone for You

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Everybody has a smartphone nowadays, but unfortunately, not everyone knows how to use such a device properly. That’s because a lot of smartphone users don’t know how to benefit from the best of what such a device has to offer, while others use it in abusive ways in the middle of a conversation or at the cinema.

There are thousands of smartphone brands and models out there, and these handy little gadgets become more and more powerful every year. While it’s impossible to predict with absolute certainty what the future of smartphones will look like, we can still focus on what we have in the present.

Figuring out which is the right smartphone for you can surely be intimidating, considering that there are more brands and models out there than there are stars in the Universe. But don’t lose hope, as we’re here to help:

Establish your priorities

Before you go ahead and explore the vast world of smartphone offers, take some time and consider what you want and need from such a device. Do you like to take lots of photos? Are you into mobile gaming? Are you more interested in processing power, above all else? Do you want to open numerous web pages and navigate across the depths of the internet? Depending on what matters most to you, you should choose the smartphone that suits your needs the best.

If, for instance, you want your future smartphone to navigate through the internet a lot so that you can read a lot of cool articles from websites such as billionaire.com, it means that it’s paramount to choose a device with lots of RAM power. If mobile gaming is your thing, on the other hand, you should definitely buy a smartphone that has great hardware power in all areas: RAM, CPU, GPU, and storage space.

Screen size and display

Most smartphones nowadays have large displays, but not everybody likes the idea of maneuvering such huge screens. Don’t worry, as there’s something for everyone out there! You can simply choose a smartphone that has a smaller display, such as the iPhone SE line of devices. Those gadgets are small and compact, offering some of the fastest processing speeds on the market.

On the other hand, plenty of smartphones nowadays come equipped with the so-called one-hand mode. This is a very useful functionality that will simply make the entire content from the display smaller in order to allow you to use the phone with just one hand. As a result, it doesn’t matter anymore if your phone’s display will be larger than you can handle as long as the one-hand mode is there to save the day!

Battery life

Let’s face it: being forced to carry a charger with you each time you leave the house is indeed very unpleasant, which is why taking the battery life of your future phone into account is also paramount. Lots of smartphones nowadays come with impressive battery power, as it can make the device last for even two days after a single full charge. Of course, these phones are usually more expensive than the rest, but it’s definitely worth investing a bit more for better quality.

Budget

Surely, you cannot buy the smartphone of your dreams if you don’t have enough money. You cannot get your hands on one for free, either, as generosity is in nobody’s trait list. Therefore, you need to have a budget prepared before you go out there and start looking for your next smartphone. If you’re aiming for premium devices such as the latest flagships from Samsung, Huawei, or Apple, you will have to spend around 1,000 euros for such a device. Midrange phones, on the other hand, cost around half that amount. If you can be satisfied with what an entry-level phone has to offer, you can get one at even 100 bucks.

Looking for the smartphone you wish for doesn’t necessarily have to be stressful, as the internet is loaded with information to help you get the best option for you.

 

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The Smartphones of the Future: The Out-of-This-World Shapes That Our Beloved Gadgets May Have in the Near Future

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Regardless of how much we love our smartphones, we all need to admit that the vast majority of them look pretty much the same. Otherwise, we have good reasons to love our smartphones, considering that these gadgets are capable of numerous tasks such as waking us up in the morning, showing us the calendar, giving us the opportunity to take notes, taking photos, recording videos, scrolling through social media, and so on and so forth. 

Of course, some smartphones have the volume buttons placed in different places, as well as the ports for headphones and chargers and so on and so forth. Smartphones are a huge trend now in 2024, considering that it’s very hard to find a person who doesn’t have one. Whether we’re talking about elders, adults, teenagers, children, or even toddlers, they all have smartphones these days. But soon enough, in just a few years, we may all witness a radical change in the appearance of smartphones, not to mention that they will probably be a lot more powerful than they already are. Let’s speak about some of those possible changes, shall we?

Foldable and rollable displays

Perhaps each of us has to admit that one of the most interesting developments in smartphone design is the emergence of foldable and rollable displays. Considering the advancements in flexible OLED technology, manufacturers have begun experimenting with devices that can transition between a compact form factor and a larger display that looks more like a tablet. How about imagining a smartphone that falls out into a full-sized screen for exciting multimedia experiences and then falls back into a normal size that would make the device fit very well into a pocket? In a similar way, rollable displays offer the possibility for devices to expand or retract, adapting to the needs of the user. 

Holographic and transparent designs:

It’s true that this point holographic and transparent smartphones sound more like science fiction scenarios, but recent advances in augmented reality as well as transparent display technology are bringing that concept. How about imagining a smartphone that projects holographic images and interactive virtual elements into the world we all see today? Transparent smartphones, on the other hand, could offer us a glimpse into the inner mechanisms of the device, showing its components to anyone who is curious enough to look. 

Curved and wraparound displays:

While curved displays have already made their Mark in the smartphone industry, if we look ahead, we can realize that designers are exploring the possibilities of wrap-around displays that extend beyond the front-facing surface of the device. Such wraparound screens could incorporate secondary displays on the sides or back of the smartphone, providing extra functionality such as quick access to notifications, interactive controls, and shortcuts. Such scenarios come true in the near future, and we believe that the odds are pretty high they will redefine how we interact with our smartphones,

Could we even imagine our life without a smartphone? Could we live without one? Smartphones these days are even more popular than computers such as laptops or desktop PCs and a lot of folks all there are seriously addicted to these portable devices. We should be the ones owning smartphones not vice versa.

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The NoxPlayer Android Emulator for PC: How Good Is the Software?

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Even though Windows 11 has made it a lot easier for users to run Android games and apps directly on their laptop or desktop PC, that’s not a strong enough argument for people to make the upgrade to Microsoft’s latest operating system. Windows 11 still has its flaws, and plenty of folks out there are concerned about their privacy if they use the operating system.

That’s why third-party apps might represent a better option when it comes to emulating your favorite Android games and apps on a Windows laptop/PC. Luckily, there are lots of options out there, and you are free to choose the one that suits your needs and desires the most. However, NoxPlayer managed to catch our attention, as it seems like a very good option for anybody who’s looking for a powerful and straightforward Android emulator. Let’s see why:

A friendly and intuitive user interface

NoxPlayer should be able to install smoothly and rapidly on any device. It has a very friendly and intuitive interface, although all those buttons on the right might pose a few challenges if you’re not used to the icons. But as soon as you hover over the mouse a bit and find out what each of the buttons can do, you should easily remember that info. For instance, there are buttons for making print screens and opening multiple instances at once.

All of the Android games and apps you install will appear on the front page of the emulator, similarly to how programs/apps appear as desktop icons in Windows. In other words, you won’t have trouble while trying to locate those apps in NoxPlayer, as the emulator was built in such a way that it showcases the apps easily.

If you don’t like to see the Android apps and games in the NoxPlayer emulator itself, you can easily add them to your desktop as well, in exactly the same way you keep your other programs from your computer. When you click on those apps/games on your desktop, the NoxPlayer app will automatically launch and open the software. This simple operation can be done by first opening the app/game you need in your NoxPlayer, and hitting the last button from the low right side of NoxPlayer that says Create an app desktop shortcut. 

How’s the emulation

The emulation that NoxPlayer is capable of is smooth and efficient. It runs very well, and transparent buttons will appear on the display, matching those from the Android version. Personally, I’ve tested the eBay app on NoxPlayer, as I prefer using it over the desktop version due to the possibility of filtering the search results by the location of the products. I was surprised at how well NoxPlayer does its job, and I’ve also put the emulator to the test on SnapSeed and World of Tanks Blitz. Some freezes occurred at some point with these apps, but I assume it was a problem with the apps themselves, not the emulator. I’ve also tested the EZVIZ app which allows me to see my room through my surveillance camera, and it works as it does on my Android device.

Probably the best part about the NoxPlayer emulator is that it’s free to use. It won’t cost you a dime to use it, and you will have the chance to emulate pretty much all your favorite Android apps and games.

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What Are the Best Antivirus Apps for Android Phones in 2023?

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Navigating online without cyber protection these days would be like going out on a battlefield without a gun. Viruses and malware are everywhere, and smartphones can also be affected just in the same way a laptop/desktop PC is. In other words, you must definitely get your hands on strong antivirus software to protect you from the dangers of the internet.

You are probably more tempted to get yourself free antivirus software for your phone since there are lots of possible options out there, and money doesn’t miraculously fall from the sky and straight into our living room. We’re not saying that free antivirus programs/apps are necessarily bad, but as an unwritten law of the world, what’s free is usually of low quality. So why would you risk and not go like a pro with paid antivirus software?

Therefore, it’s time to find out which are the best antivirus options for Android smartphones out there:

Kaspersky

Kaspersky is one of the best antivirus options out there, and not just when it comes to smartphones. We’re talking about a great option for pretty much any device, as when you opt for a subscription plan, Kaspersky will cover more than just one device, whether we’re talking about a smartphone, a laptop, and so on.

The Kaspersky antivirus for Android usually comes with a VPN and plenty of impressive features. This antivirus can ignite scans, app lock, safe browsing, call filter, the ‘Where is My Device’ function, and so on.

Bitdefender Mobile Security

Bitdefender Mobile Security claims to offer “best protection for Android devices,” as well as “absolute protection against viruses and malware.”

Here are some of this antivirus’ top features:

  • Protection against link-based mobile scams
  • Secure VPN in the same package for fast, anonymous, and safe navigation online: 200MB per day
  • If your Android phone gets stolen or lost, you can remotely locate, lock, and wipe it
  • The Account Privacy function checks whether your email account has been accessed by someone else
  • Very low impact on your phone’s battery life

The Bitdefender Mobile Security subscription usually starts at $24.99 per year or at $10 less for the first year.

Norton Mobile Security

Norton Mobile Security is one of the best antivirus apps for Android, as it has some very powerful features. The app assures WiFi security, meaning that it helps detect and alert you if a network you join is under attack or dangerous. The software also assures internet security, device security, SMS security, privacy monitor assist, suspicious network detection, and more.

Downloading apps from the Google Play Store can sometimes result in malware attacking your phone, and the guys from Norton have even established an interesting shield, for that matter, through their mobile antivirus app.

Norton Mobile Security for Android usually costs $29.00 per year, but you will get a massive 20 bucks discount for the first year.

What are the best FREE antivirus apps for Android?

When it comes to free antivirus apps for your Android phone, you can consider these options:

  • AVG
  • Avast
  • Aura
  • Malwarebytes

Many more antivirus software could be mentioned, but we have great faith in those mentioned above. It ultimately depends on each of us what kind of antivirus we want for our phone, and we also need to take into account what we use our Android phones for.

Staying protected while you’re navigating online is crucial, and companies are trying to provide even better solutions for all of us every year, as their apps are always getting improved due to updates.

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How to Change and Remove Hotspot Passwords on Android Phones

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Using the internet of another smartphone surely gets you rid of that huge burden of mobile data, but what if some people choose to do so without the consent of the person sharing its connectivity? Nobody likes to share his mobile data without the person benefiting to at least ask.

Therefore, it can surely become necessary to change the hotspot password from time to time. On the other hand, you might be the kind of fellow who doesn’t mind if someone else secretly clings to his internet connectivity. You may have unlimited internet traffic on your phone, or selflessness is just your number one quality. In those later cases, you might need to know how to remove the hotspot password.

A lot of people have trouble finding the hotspot password on an Android phone, which is why we’re here to help in order to solve the conundrum. Let’s cut to the chase:

How to find the hotspot password

Grab the Android phone that interests you and carefully follow these steps to locate the hotspot password:

  1. Open the Settings menu.
  2. Select Network & internet.
  3. Tap on Hotspot & tethering.
  4. Select Wi-Fi hotspot.
  5. From the menu that appears, hit the Hotspot password option. That will let you see the password.

If you have a Samsung phone, the method of finding the hotspot password changes a bit, but not too much:

  1. Open the Settings menu and hit the Connections option.
  2. Select the Mobile Hotspot and Tethering option.
  3. Select the Mobile Hotspot, and the Wi-Fi hotspot password should appear in the following menu. Congrats!

How to change the hotspot password

Changing the hotspot password isn’t difficult at all, as these are the steps you need to take if you don’t use a Samsung phone:

  1. Launch the Settings menu.
  2. Head over to Network & internet.
  3. Select Hotspot & tethering
  4. Tap on Wi-Fi hotspot
  5. Hit the Hotspot password from the menu that appears
  6. Type in the new password you want and select OK.
  7. Be sure to remember the new password or write it down somewhere, preferably on a physical paper!

If you’re using a Samsung phone, on the other hand, here are the steps you need to take to change the hotspot password:

  1. Open the Settings menu.
  2. Head over to Connections, then type on Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.
  3. Select Mobile Hotspot and then the Configure option.
  4. Choose a new password and enter it in the Password field. Be sure to remember it.
  5. Select the Save option.

How to remove the hotspot password

If you find it useless to protect your hotspot by using a password, it’s also possible to get rid of that combination of letters, numbers, and, eventually symbols. Let’s see how that can be done, as it’s far from being any rocket science:

  1. Start the Settings app and head over to the Network & internet area.
  2. Select Hotspot & tethering.
  3. Select the Wi-Fi hotspot option.
  4. Tap on Security and hit the None option.
  5. Congrats! You’ve successfully gotten rid of the hotspot password!

In case you’re using a Samsung phone, the process of removing the hotspot password changes a bit. Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Start the Settings app.
  2. Select Connections.
  3. Hit the Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.
  4. Select Mobile Hotspot and then hit Configure.
  5. Hit the Security option and then Open. Ultimately, hit the Save option.

One interesting and annoying fact is that if someone has linked to your hotspot connectivity, you can’t just remove that device if you’re using Android. However, it is possible to get rid of the connection by changing the hotspot password.

Feel free to share your own experiences with the hotspot feature in the comment section of this article! We’d love to read them!

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