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‘Fixed on Pixel’ – How ‘Unblur’ actually

‘Fixed on Pixel’ – How ‘Unblur’ actually works and what Pixel phones can use it – By Andrew Romero 9to5Google

Among all of the cool tricks that the Pixel from Google can do, Photo Unblur is one of the coolest, hands down. The feature comes as a part of Google’s “Fixed on Pixel” campaign, which features tools in its photo suite. So what does it do and which phones can actually use it? Here are the details.

How to rearrange apps on the shelf and launcher on your Chromebook

How to rearrange apps on the shelf and launcher on your Chromebook – By Arif Bacchus XDA Developer
Using a Chromebook or a ChromeOS tablet for work or school or at home for your personal things like social media and web browsing? You don’t have to stick to how it came configured out of the box, or how an administrator set it up for you. Like many other operating systems like Windows, you can customize the way ChromeOS looks and feels, so it can fit your own needs.

What Is Wi-Fi, and How Does It Work?

What Is Wi-Fi, and How Does It Work? – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
Wi-Fi is a networking technology primarily used to connect to the internet. It uses radio waves to transmit data wirelessly and is supported by various modern electronic devices, including computers and smartphones.
Wi-Fi has become one of the most popular technologies. Most of us use it to access the internet. But what does connecting to Wi-Fi mean, what does Wi-Fi stand for, and how does it work?

Your Computer Mouse’s Scroll Wheel Can Improve Your Internet Browsing

Your Computer Mouse’s Scroll Wheel Can Improve Your Internet Browsing – By See full CNET
I’m still discovering new productivity tricks and hidden features, even though I’ve been using a desktop computer for decades. There are so many ways to save a keystroke here and a mouse click there. Those few milliseconds can actually add up to big-time savings (or at least less annoyance) over the course of a week, especially if your job is primarily done online.

– How to Use a USB Flash Drive With Your Android Phone or Tablet

How to Use a USB Flash Drive With Your Android Phone or Tablet – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
To use a USB flash drive with Android, you’ll just need a simple USB adapter. The adapter lets you plug a USB drive into your Android phone. You can then browse the contents of the drive and move files around from a file manager app.
Android devices have USB ports for charging, but they can also be used to transfer files. You can use a USB flash drive with your Android phone just like you would with a computer. It’s easier than you might think.

How to change Chromebook Tote to Quick Files in ChromeOS

How to change Chromebook Tote to Quick Files in ChromeOS – By Kevin C. Tofel aboutchromebooks.com
Last month, Chrome Unboxed reported that the Chromebook Tote function introduced in ChromeOS 89 is getting a facelift. I’m not a fan of the Tote name, nor the function, personally. But some ChromeOS users like having quick access to recently downloaded files and that’s what Tote does. Google is changing the name of Tote to Quick Files and adding an additional feature. Here’s how to change from Chromebook Tote to Quick Files in Chrome OS.

How to make and use templates in Google Docs

How to make and use templates in Google Docs – By Rachit Agarwal Android Police
A blank page with a blinking cursor is more intimidating than many people realize. Most of us need some help to get started, and that’s where the built-in templates in Google Docs come to the rescue. Whether you want to write a letter, create your resume, or jot down meeting notes, the templates in Google Docs provide you with a beginning you can build upon.

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