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How to change Ambient mode on Google Nest Hub
Switch between Google photos, curated art and a clock face when Google Nest Hub is in standby mode
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How to Factory Reset Google Nest Hub
We explain how to reset Google Nest Hub and start setup afresh
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How to Set Up Google Nest Hub
Google Nest Hub is a little more complicated to set up than other Google Home devices
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LIVE: Google I/O 2019 – Pixel 3a, 3a XL, Nest Hub Max & Android Q
Android Q should see a public beta today at Google I/O, but Google also has new hardware to announce – here's how to watch live
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How to use an Amazon Fire TV Stick
The Amazon Fire TV Stick is easy to use, but here's how to get it working on your TV
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How to install a wireless networking card
Install your wireless networking card in just a few minutes.
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How to use Miracast in Windows 10
Beam Windows to the big screen, or beam to your Windows PC with Miracast
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How to watch TV on your laptop or PC
You can watch live TV as well as on-demand shows on your laptop, phone and other devices
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How to add Alexa to almost any speaker (with the Echo Input)
You can get Alexa on most speakers with an Echo Input or Echo Dot
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How to put ebooks on an Amazon Kindle
Don't be limited by the books in the Kindle store. Here's how to put (almost) any ebook on your Kindle
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How to Find your Wi-Fi Password
Having trouble getting online? Here's how to track down the Wi-Fi password
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How to find a printer’s IP address
Dealing with the different printer protocols of Macs and Windows PCs
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How to port forward and make games and apps work
If a PC, Xbox or PS4 game won't work properly online, here's how to open and forward ports to fix it
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Live: Xiaomi UK Launch Live Stream
Xiaomi enters the UK market today – click here to watch the live stream
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How to buy a movie online: rent, buy or subscribe?
Building a movie collection online saves space and is usually more convenient for viewing, but is there a hidden danger?
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Why doesn’t my phone connect to Bluetooth devices?
When Bluetooth doesn't work, here's what to do
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How to find 4K HDR content on Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video supports 4K UHD and HDR, but it can be hard to find
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How to Make Free Phone Calls in the UK or Abroad
Use Facebook, WhatsApp, Skype, FaceTime and others to make free phone calls anywhere in the world
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How to fix slow internet on one PC
We show you how to fix it when the internet is slow just on one computer
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How to get the best picture from your TV
Adjusting a few settings will give your TV's quality a boost. We explain what to do.
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How to watch Fury vs Seferi comeback fight live on TV
It's Tyson Fury's first fight since beating Klitschko in 2015
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How to rewatch WWDC 2018 Event stream
Apple's WWDC 2018 will see a host of new products, and you can follow the action live
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How to tell who is using your Wi-Fi
Here's how to stop strangers logging on to your home Wi-Fi network
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How to monitor traffic from an IP address
Monitor and analyse network traffic from your own IP or others
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How to Disable Cortana in Windows 10
If you don't want to use Windows 10's voice assistant, we show you how to turn off Cortana
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How to give Alexa multiple requests
We show you how to carry a conversation with Alexa without using the wake word.
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How to Make Free Phone Calls on Google Home
Google Home and Google Home Mini now allow you to make free phone calls in the UK
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How to delete Amazon Echo voice data
Alexa keeps a saved record of all your requests in the cloud. We give you a simple guide on how to delete them.
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How to identify music with Google Assistant
Following on from the likes of Shazam and Google Now, the Google Assistant app can identify songs just by listening to them
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The easy way to create ‘Actions’ for Google Assistant
Want Google Assistant to multitask when given a single command? It's easier than you think
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How to fix missing default gateway address
Troubleshooting tips that will help you fix a computer that won't connect to the internet
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How to add items to Tesco basket with Google Home
Taking you one step closer to completely pain-free food shopping
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How to send email on Google Home
Google Home doesn't natively support sending Gmail messages yet, but IFTTT does. Here's what to do.
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How to set up and use the Steam Link
Find out how to set up the Steam Link, pair controllers, and even use it to mirror your desktop
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How to watch the ICC Champions Trophy
Get your cricket fix this summer with the ICC Champions Trophy – here's how to watch
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How to watch US Netflix in the UK – access content not available in UK
Netflix has different content in different countries, and is now cracking down on VPNs that allow you to access it
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Best TV to watch at Christmas
What to watch this Christmas 2016, and how to watch it on your phone, laptop, tablet or PC
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How to watch the Rio 2016 Paralympics in the UK and abroad
You can watch the Paralympics for free in the UK. We show you how to watch Team GB and all the finals
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How to rip a DVD to Windows PC or Mac
Here's how you can transfer a DVD to your PC (or Mac) in five simple steps
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