Google Now currently only accepts the phrase "OK Google" for activation. What if you want to change the hotword to something more custom that fits for you? Some users have been able to train their devices to accept other phrases, but there is an easier way. … [Read more...] about How to Change Google Now Hotword on Android
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How do I Factory Reset Android?
A factory reset will set your Android back to its default state. The process, also known as a "hard" or "master" reset, will erase data from the device and set the Android OS back to default settings. … [Read more...] about How do I Factory Reset Android?
Android: Keep Screen On While Playing Music
Playing music on an Android device sounds great, but controlling it has always been bit of a chore. This is because the device automatically locks the screen after the timeout period and you lose easy access to control your music. Apple devices all have a feature where you can always easily access the screen to skip and pause music. On the Android, you often have to press the … [Read more...] about Android: Keep Screen On While Playing Music
4 Reasons Your Android Doesn’t Need an Anti-Virus App Installed
It seems every time you visit a tech website these days, there is a story about Android viruses and malware. This has created a great deal of concern to many Android users. It presents an important question. Should Android users install an anti-virus app on their devices? Personally, I don't think one is necessary. These are 4 reasons why. … [Read more...] about 4 Reasons Your Android Doesn’t Need an Anti-Virus App Installed
Deleting “batterystats.bin” Does Not Improve Battery Life
There has been a myth going around for years about how deleting the "batterystats.bin" file on Android devices improves the battery in Android devices. Users in forums regularly boast about how doing so will "reset battery stats" and provide "better battery life". The reality however is that it does absolutely nothing to improve your Android device. … [Read more...] about Deleting “batterystats.bin” Does Not Improve Battery Life