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Android’s app permissions system has improved over the years. In the past app permissions were broadly defined, and most apps would have to request permission to more device functionality so as to have access to a simple function, and you often have to accept all the permission requests or not install it. There was no way to restrict access except by uninstalling the app. Recent versions of Android have rectified the situation by switching to a more granular permission system and giving users the option to restrict an app from accessing a specific feature on a device....

This article explains how to convert a GIMP image to the PNG format. It includes information for optimizing images for web use. Instructions in this article apply to GIMP version 2.10 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. What to Know Open the GIMP file you want to save in PNG format.Select File > Export As > Select File Type. Choose PNG Image, and then select Export.Adjust the settings as needed and select Export again....

Vampire Survivors is one of the top Indie games that you can play right now. Albeit a difficult game, players often enjoy the challenge. There are numerous achievements within the game but one of the seems to be proving cumbersome to players. Many players are wondering how to see the Final Fireworks in Vampire Survivors. Since the game is quite difficult, many players have not reached close to the level required to take part in this achievement....

How many times has it happened to you that you have started your favorite playlist only to end up falling asleep? Maybe you want to go to sleep listening to music. The downside is that this can often lead to some battery loss as well as a shock when you wake up. The good news is you can easily set a music sleep timer to turn off the music on your iPhone....

On Android, the Microsoft Launcher uses Bing as the default search engine when using the search box in the home screen, but if you prefer Google, you can quickly set it as your default. In this guide, you’ll learn the easy steps to change Bing and select Google as your default search engine using Microsoft Launcher on Android. How to set Google as default search on Microsoft Launcher In order to change the default search engine to Google using the Microsoft Launcher, do the following:...

Like most games, Halo Infinite too features an intro scene that you cannot skip, as it is a part of the game’s storyline. This can be rather annoying for players who just want to dive right into the gameplay. Since you cannot skip or disable the introductory cutscenes in-game, you might be wondering if there is any way at all to get rid of the intro scene. If so, we’ve got just the guide for you....

This article will show you how to stop Apple Music from automatically playing on your iPhone after a song or album has finished. It also covers several proven tips to prevent the iOS app from turning on by itself when connecting to another device, such as a car system, AirPods, headphones, or a Bluetooth speaker. What to Know To disable autoplay in Apple Music on iPhone, open the current song and tap the Autoplay icon until it’s deselected....

People who install social media apps on their phones don’t often think of what kind of data these apps can collect. It’s not on everyone’s mind that Facebook could potentially harvest logs of their phone calls for later use, especially since one has difficulty perceiving why the social network would even find that data useful. But here we are in a situation where Facebook’s mobile app has collected, and continues to collect, phone call metadata....

This article explains ways to stop Windows Media Player from freezing when switching to full-screen mode. What to Know Update the graphics driver by going to Device Manager > Update Driver > Search Automatically for Driver Software.You can also edit the registry or refresh the installation. Problems When Switching Windows Media Player to Full-Screen Mode? One of the benefits of Windows Media Player (WMP) is that it can display videos in full-screen mode....

The process of attaining the Master Sword in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the World for Nintendo Switch is quite different from other Zelda games, as you can easily complete the game without ever finding it. Use this guide to find the legendary “sword that seals the darkness” and gain a powerful weapon that won’t break. Where to Find the Master Sword The Master Sword is located in the center of The Lost Woods and is protected by the Great Deku Tree—an old ally of Link’s....

Lyndell Catacombs are one of the many dungeons you will come across in Elden Ring. This location in the game can be quite tricky to navigate and find for a lot of players, which is why we have got just the guide for you. Here, we will show you all there is to know about getting to the Lyndell Catacombs in Elden Ring. How to Get to Lyndell Catacombs in Elden Ring?...

This article explains how to get your iPhone to announce your phone calls. Information in this article applies to iPhones with iOS 10 through iOS 15. What to Know On the iPhone, open the Settings app and select Phone.Tap Announce Calls. Select Always to activate the feature.Additional options are Headphones and Car, Headphones Only, and Never, which is the default. Configure Your iPhone to Announce Incoming Calls When Announce Calls is activated on your iPhone, Siri speaks the name of the person calling if the caller is listed in your Contacts app....

The smartphones today come equipped with batteries of high capacity. But people are still complaining about the poor battery life of their smartphone. The battery might be faulty, but that is rarely the case on new smartphones. Most of the time the interface is the culprit. If you have a 4500 mAh (like Redmi Note 8 Pro) or bigger capacity battery in your device and you’re still getting poor battery life, then its time to tweak some things up....

Minecraft can be played for hours without getting bored but its default skin and texture appear basic to many users. Minecraft is heavily customizable and users can modify its aesthetics as they desire. Windows 10 Texture packs and Skins can be used to enhance the appearance of Minecraft. Windows 10 Minecraft Texture packs and Skins are available in a wide variety and can be downloaded online. If you are someone looking for tips about the same, we bring to you a helpful guide that will teach you how to install Texture packs Minecraft Windows 10....

On Windows 11, if you created a local account, it is possible to link it to a Microsoft account to access all the cloud services and features that Microsoft offers. For instance, when linking your local account to a Microsoft account, you can associate your computer’s Windows 11 product key to your account, making it easier to transfer the license to another device or reactivate an installation after a hardware upgrade....

Facebook is synonymous with social media. The active user base of Facebook is close to 3 billion. That is almost equal to one-third of the world’s population. It is just another way of saying that if someone has internet access, they will be on Facebook. But having so much data is hard to manage. When someone shares moments from their private life, it always raises a concern: what if this information gets compromised?...

Whenever you’re in the vicinity of a natural disaster or a similar public crisis, you can let your family and friends know that you’re OK if you know how to mark yourself safe on Facebook. You should also know how to check if others are marked safe on Facebook. How to Mark Yourself as Safe on Facebook in a Browser If a public crisis has been reported in your area, Facebook might send you a prompt to mark yourself safe....

This article explains what an MPL file is, how to open one on your computer, and how to convert from MPL to a different playlist file. What to Know Some MPL files are playlists a media player like PowerDVD can use to understand which videos to play.Other MPL files are text files used as subtitles for video playback. VLC can open one.You can convert an MPL file to another playlist format or subtitles format with special tools....

With the recent release of the open beta of Modern Warfare 2, several new contents have been added to the game. This includes several new gameplay elements and modes for the excited players. Prison Rescue is one of the newest game modes that involve rescuing or defending prisoners. But as it is a new game mode, several players are confused about grinding on this mode. So, check out our guide on how to play Prison Rescue in COD Modern Warfare 2....

Smartphones began as slow and weak pieces of hardware, but they have since evolved into very powerful machines. As a result, there are so many aspects to consider when reading up on a new phone. What do all of those numbers mean? Last week, in Part 1, I broke down screen displays, processors, storage space, and battery life. Now it’s time to tackle much of what’s left. What you need to know about Smartphone Specs Just like last time, we’ll start by pulling up the HTC One’s specs....