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Moto G71 expected to be released in India in the second week of January
Samsung officially teases Samsung Galaxy S21 FE arrival, launching soon
OnePlus 9RT smartphone and the OnePlus Buds Z2 TWS teased to launch in India soon
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OnePlus 9RT specs
OnePlus 9RT will most likely have a 6.62-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED display with full HD+ resolution. The panel will have a resolution of 1,0802,400 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. It will come pre-installed with ColorOS, which is based on Android 11. An octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC will be found within, along with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The rear camera will have three sensors. A 50MP Sony IMX766 primary lens with an aperture of f/1.8 and optical image stabilisation (OIS) will be included in the camera system. A 16-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and a 2-megapixel macro lens is also included in the camera module. A 16MP Sony IMX471 selfie camera with f/2.4 aperture and EIS is located at the front of the phone. In addition, the OnePlus 9RT will come with a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W Warp Charge. Aside from that, the newly released device features 5G and 4G LTE connection, as well as Bluetooth v5.2, WiFi 6, GPS/A-GPS, NFC, and a Type C connector.OnePlus Buds Z2 specs
The OnePlus Buds Z2 has already been launched globally. The earphones are certified IPS55, while the protective case is rated IPX4. You can operate the gadget by tapping or touching it because it is touch-enabled. The TWS earbuds include a Bluetooth v5.2 connection and a 94-millisecond latency rate. The 11mm dynamic drivers power the OnePlus Bus Z2. The gadget also has active noise cancellation, which claims to suppress ambient noise by up to 40 decibels. For a more immersive music experience, Dolby Atmos is supported. The TWS earbuds also include three microphones for better audio quality. Each earbud has a 40mAh battery, while the charging case has a 520mAh battery. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.Top 4 ways to mark text messages as read on Android (2024)
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Mark all SMS text messages as read
Step 1: The first step is to take your phone and open the default messages app on your phone.
Step 2: After you have opened the default messages app on the phone it is time to jump into the settings of the app.
Step 3: If your phone has Google messages installed on it then click on the three-dot menu on the right side of the search box.
Step 4: You will see an option to mark all messages as read, tap on that and that is it.
Mark an individual SMS text message as read
Step 1: Launch the messages app on your phone. Step 2: Long-press the text message you want to mark as read. Step 3: Hit the ellipses at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 4: Select Mark as Read.
Mark a message on WhatsApp as read
Step 1: Launch WhatsApp on your phone. Step 2: Long press the conversation you want to mark as read. Step 3: Hit the ellipses at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 4: Select Mark as Read.
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Mark a message on Telegram as Read
Step 1: Launch Telegram on your phone. Step 2: Long press the message you want to mark as read. Step 3: Hit the ellipses at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 4: Select Mark as Read.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I mark all SMS text messages as read on my phone?
Launch the messages app, hit the ellipses, and select ‘Mark all as read’.How do I auto-delete OTPs on my phone?
Go to Google Messages>Profile>Message settings>General>Message organisation and turn on the toggle switch for ‘Auto-delete OTPs after 24 hours’.How do I turn off read receipts on WhatsApp?
Launch WhatsApp, hit the ellipses, go to Settings>Privacy and turn off the toggle switch for ‘Read Receipts’. Read Also: Google introduces two new features to protect its AndroidConclusion
Different phones with different message apps have different ways to mark all messages as read. But on most phones, you will find this option under the three-dot menu. Just click on the three-dot menu option on your phone and hit the ‘mark as all read’ option and you will be able to mark all the conversations as read in the messages app on Android.Top 7 PC and Console games to look out for in the first three months of 2022
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Horizon Forbidden West
The Horizon Forbidden West is an open-world game about a warrior woman who starts off looking for her long-lost mother and ends up solving the reason why her world is destroyed by dreadful animalistic robots. It might also have new machines to take down including giant robot snakes, new environments to play around and new characters to encounter. The game will be available for both PS 4 and PS 5. The game will be a sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn. The game is developed by Guerrilla Games and it is set to be released on 18 February 2022.
Elden Ring
Elden Ring is an upcoming action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware. Combat in Elden Ring relies heavily on character-building elements which were also found in previous Souls games and related intellectual properties, such as calculated & close-ranged melee-based combat with the use of skills, magic abilities, as well as blocking and dodging abilities. It was announced in 2019 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, the game is now set to release on 25 February.
Read also: 10 games that are coming to Nintendo Switch this year
Dying Light 2: Stay Human
If you love Zombie movies and video games then Dying Light 2 will be a game for you. Guess by the name it is an action role-playing survival horror video game in which you have to survive the zombie apocalypse. The game is set 20 years after Dying Light, starting with a new main character named Aiden Caldwell who has parkour skills. In the game, the fighting will mostly be using melee weapons. The melee weapons have a limited lifespan and will degrade as the player uses them in combat. Long-range weapons such as crossbows, shotguns, and spears can be used as well. The game is set to be released on 4th February 2022.
Untitled The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild 2
Untitled The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild 2 is going to be an action-adventure game. The game is a sequel to the Untitled The Legend of Zelda series and is aimed to be released for Nintendo Switch, the game is developed by Nintendo and will be released in the first quarter of 2022. Since it is a direct sequel to Breath of the Wild, the same story will continue. Nintendo has released only two trailers since 2019 for the game till now.
SIFU
Sifu is an upcoming action-adventure game which is developed by Sloclap. The game will be played from a third-person perspective and will be a new kung-fu game from French game developers. The game was inspired by the kung fu movies of Jackie Chan and includes over 150 unique kung-fu attacks. Players can also block strikes and use attack combos for additional tactical opportunities. The game will be released on 8 February 2022 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 users.
CrossfireX
CrossfireX is an upcoming first-person shooter video game, the game is going to be the third game in the CrossFire series. The game is developed by Smilegate Entertainment and It is a free-to-play online multiplayer game just like CS GO in which there are two opposing teams with different missions. The classic mode sees the attacking team attempting to plant a bomb while the defending team has to stop the team from planting the bomb or defusing the bomb. It will be released on February 10, 2022, for Xbox Series X and S and Xbox One.
Evil Dead: The Game
Evil Dead is a very popular game series from Saber Interactive. Evil Dead: The Game is an upcoming video game that features both cooperative gameplay and player vs player combat as well as skill tree mechanics. The game will be released on Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and S and it will be released in February 2022.
Read also: Top 10 video games to look out for in the year 2021
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What is MHL and how to best use it?
MHL stands for Mobile High-definition Link, MHL uses a five-pin connection to deliver up to 1080p picture quality, 192khz sound quality, and 7.1 channel surround sound. You can connect your smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices to a TV or a monitor and share the smartphone’s display on it. In short, it is a wired form of Google Chromecast that lets you screencast to a TV with some wires. The plus point here is that since it is a wired connection there is zero latency between the phone and the screen.
Read also: Google’s Stadia controller will not support Bluetooth headsets
How to use MHL
There are a few items required if you want to screencast with the help of MHL.
- The source device (smartphone, tablet, or any other phone) and the display device (TV or monitor) must have an MHL connection feature. If it doesn’t then you can also use an MHL-to-HDMI adaptor. You can check out if your device supports MHL or not by clicking here.
- An MHL cable.
Now that you have all the items required it is just time to Plug and Play! Just connect one end of the HDMI cable to the adapter and the other end to the TV.
Now connect your smartphone with the MHL adapted using the micro USB or Type-C port on the adapter (depending upon your phone type). Once you have connected everything you will be able to see your smartphone’s display to your TV.
And it is that simple to get used to MHL technology, this can be a very useful hack if you do not have a smart TV or Google Chromecast at your home. MHL cables are freely available in markets and also on Amazon.
Read also: Epson launches TW650 and TW5650 entry level Full HD
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Samsung Galaxy A12 has been reduced in price: Here’s what it currently costs
The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G will be available in India shortly as the device is tipped to launch in February. Ahead of the official launch the company has reduced the price of the Samsung Galaxy A12 that launched in India last year. Both the 4GB RAM and 6GB RAM variants of the smartphone are now available at a lowered price.
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Samsung Galaxy A12 new price details
The Samsung Galaxy A12 with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, which was previously priced at Rs 13,999, has been reduced to Rs 12,999. In the same way, the device’s 6GB RAM and 128GB storage option has also been reduced by Rs 1,000 to Rs 15,499. This model was earlier available at Rs 16,499. The device will be available in three colour options of Black, Blue, and White and can be purchased via the company’s official website in the country.
Samsung Galaxy A12 tech specs
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a 6.5-inch HD+ TFT Infinity-V Display with a resolution of 720×1,600 pixels. On top of Android 11, it runs One UI Core. There’s an octa-core Exynos 850 SoC under the hood, along with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. A microSD card may be used to extend the internal storage up to 1TB.
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a quad-camera configuration on the back, with a 48-megapixel main sensor and an f/2.0 aperture. A 5-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture, a 2-megapixel macro lens with an f/2.4 aperture, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor with an f/2.4 aperture are also included. A front-facing 8-megapixel selfie sensor with an f/2.2 aperture is included.
The phone is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that charges at 15W over a USB Type-C connection. It includes LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a 3.5mm headphone connector for connection. A side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an accelerometer, ambient light, magnetometer, and proximity sensor are among the phone’s sensors.
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3 January 2022 Amazon Quiz Answers
Question 1: Which Irish bowler took the first hat trick of the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup?
Answer: Curtis CampherQuestion 2: Who joined hands with Barack Obama in 2021 for a podcast titled Renegades: Born in the USA?
Answer: Bruce SpringteenQuestion 3: What is the name of the upcoming COVID-19 vaccine, soon to be launched by Biological E?
Answer: CorbavaxQuestion 4: This statue depicts which iconic music group?
Answer: The BeatlesQuestion 5: Which of these actors played this iconic character in The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn?
Answer: Jamie Bell For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.Vivo Y21T with 50-megapixel triple rear camera set up launched
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Vivo Y21T price and availability details
Vivo Y21T has debuted in Indonesia in a single 6GB RAM with a 128GB storage variant. The device there is priced at IDR 3,099,000 that translates to Rs 16,200. The smartphone comes in two colour options of Midnight Blue and Pearl While and is now available for pre-orders in the country. Besides this, the Vivo Y21T India launch is tipped to take place next week. The phone is said to be available with a price tag of Rs 16,490.
Vivo Y21T specifications
Vivo Y21T is highlighted with a 6.51-inch HD+ display with 720×1,600 pixels of resolution. It operates on Funtouch OS 12 on top of Android 11 out of the box. The mobile phone is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 SoC with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage option which can also be expanded up to 1TB via microSD card. The built-in storage may also be used to practically increase the RAM to up to 2GB. The Vivo Y21T sports a triple rear camera arrangement that includes a 50-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, a 2-megapixel macro sensor with an f/2.4 aperture and a 2-megapixel depth sensor with an f/2.4 aperture. In addition, the device has an 8-megapixel selfie camera with an f/1.8 aperture. The newly launched handset has 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5, GPS/ A-GPS, FM radio, USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm headphone port as connectivity options. An accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, and proximity sensor are among the sensors onboard. There is also a fingerprint scanner on the side. The Vivo Y21T has a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging capabilities. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.Jabra Elite 4 Active TWS earbuds with active noise cancellation launched in India
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Jabra Elite 4 Active price in India and availability details
Jabra Elite 4 Active true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones have been launched in India at a price tag of Rs 10,999. The device will be offered in three colour options of Black, Mint, and Navy. In terms of availability, the audio device can be purchased via both Amazon and Flipkart in the country.
Jabra Elite 4 Active specifications
The Jabra Elite 4 Active TWS earbuds include 6mm drivers and include four built-in MEMS microphones that are insulated from wind noise by a unique mesh covering. The earphones may also be used separately thanks to a Mono Mode Jabra Elite 4 Active TWS earphones feature active noise cancellation (ANC) and an adjustable HearThrough function, which lets the wearer to decide how much ambient sound is let in when listening to music or making phone conversations. These have a Secure Active Fit ergonomic wing-free design that ensures a noise-isolating fit. The device also supports Qualcomm aptX and SBC audio codecs and the audio equaliser in the Jabra Sound+ app allows sound customisation. In addition to this, the Jabra earbuds include four built-in MEMS microphones that are insulated from wind noise by a unique mesh covering. For dust and water resistance, the earphones are IP57 certified. The earphones may also be used separately thanks to a Mono Mode. The earbuds have a Spotify Tap playback function, which allows you to start listening to music with only one tap. Users may link up to six devices with the earphones and include an auto on/off feature. Support for Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri are among the other capabilities of the Jabra Elite 4 Active TWS headphones. The Jabra TWS earbuds are said to have a seven-hour playtime and a 28-hour total playback. And just 10 mins of charging offers one hours of usage and it takes three hours to charge completely. They’re also equipped with Google’s Fast Pair technology, which makes pairing a breeze. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and Galaxy A13 5G are expected to arrive in India in February
Omicron Cases Surge, Pushing CES 2022 to End a Day Early
Everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE in India, including its pricing, availability, and features
1 January 2022 Amazon Quiz today answers: Answer to win Rs 25,000 Amazon Pay Balance
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1 January 2022 Amazon Quiz Answers
Question 1: Which former Wimbledon champion coached Novak Djokovic to the 2021 title?
Answer: Goran IvanisevicQuestion 2: Which singer-actor has reportedly joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Eros, the brother of Thanos?
Answer: Harry StylesQuestion 3: Which city will be represented in the IPL by a team owned by Kolkata based RPSG Ventures?
Answer: LucknowQuestion 4: On this country’s flag, you would find the words Order e Progresso. What does it mean?
Answer: Order and progressQuestion 5: Who was the first mascot for this fast-food franchise?
Answer: Speedee For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.New Telegram update announced: Introduces quick reactions, message translation and more
Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge India price teased: Here’s how much it’ll cost in India
Oppo A16K tipped to arrive in India in January
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Oppo A16K price in India expected
Oppo is yet to announce Oppo A16K India launch details but the phone already got released in the Philippines last month in November. There the device is priced at PHP 6,999 that translates to Rs 10,350. The mobile is likely to be available for a similar price or under Rs 15,000 price segment in India.Oppo A16K specifications expected
In India, the Oppo A16K is said to be powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. In addition to this, the phone may also pack a 230mAh battery that can be charged at a rate of 10W via a USB Type-C port. Also, the mobile phone is expected to have a 6.52-inch HD+ display with a pixel density of 269ppi and a water drop-style notch for the front camera. Moreover, Oppo A16K is slated to have a 13-megapixel primary camera and an 8-megapixel secondary camera on the back. The selfie camera’s specifications have not been revealed. According to the tipster, the smartphone’s camera features will include night filters, a power saver mode, and improved charging at night. The smartphone is expected to include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a 3.5mm headphone jack in terms of connectivity. The smartphone will operate on ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.Top 5 ways to use your Android phone or tablet as a second screen
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Use Spacedesk
Spacedesk is a quite popular choice if you want to make use of your old Android tablet or phone as a secondary display. The app lets users connect a tablet or phone with a Windows PC using USB, Wi-Fi, or LAN. Just install the necessary drivers needed for this onto your PC by clicking here, and app for your tablet or phone from here. The app is available for Windows 7 and above. The setup process of Spacedesk is very simple for even a 10-year kid, just follow the steps that the apps tell you to follow and that is it, anyone can setup this with the provided instruction. And that is it. Now you can use your old tablet or phone as a secondary display.
Read also: Samsung is planning to launch three new tablets in India
Google Remote desktop
It is a software by Google that lets users connect smartphones or tablets as a remote control for PC. Users can control the laptop or desktop from which they have connected their phones. Just download Google Remote desktop from here and set up the remote access from here. The setup process is very simple just follow the steps that the apps tell you to follow and that is it, anyone can setup this with the provided instruction.
Splashtop Wired XDisplay
As the name says “Wired”, the software requires a wire to connect your phone/tablet to a computer. Since you are connected with a wired medium the plus side is that you get better resolution and frame rate. It supports Full HD resolution at 60 frames per second.
Just download the app for Android from here and for iOS from here, and install the companion software for mac from here and for windows from here. Now, just open the software on your computer and then connect your phone via USB. And that is it! Now you have connected the phone or tablet to your PC.
iDisplay
It is another software that can be used to mirror a display on your iPhone or iPad. It supports 60 fps and plus offers multi-touch on the device you are using it on. The iDisplay has every feature that you can ask for but the only thing is that unlike other methods mentioned above which are free, iDisplay is not free and you have to pay $18 for this. The setup method is similar to all the above and you can check out the software from here.
Duet Display
It is a very popular app that allows Apple users to extend their Mac’s display to their iPhones or iPads. The app is paid and costs Rs 850 and you can check out this from here. Read also: How to remotely access your PC from anywhere in the world For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.Xiaomi 12X India launch expected soon, variants details also tipped
How to recover deleted Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides files?
Steps to recover files from Google Slides, Google Docs, Google Sheets
- The first step to recover your deleted files is to open the app from which the file is missing.
- First check if the file is present in that app or not, chances are that you have accidentally renamed the file and that’s why you are unable to find that.
- Now that you have checked the app for the missing file and you are sure that you have deleted the file accidentally, it is time to tap on the three-line menu button on the top left corner of the screen.
- Once you have clicked the button you will see different options, scroll down and look for Google Drive.
- Click on the Drive icon and it will open Google Drive.
- Once you are inside Google Drive, look for an option that says Bin on the left menu bar.
- Click on the Bin and you will be able to see all the deleted files, search for the file that you were looking for.
- Once you have found the file just right-click on the file and hit the restore button, it will be restored to its original position.
Vivo V23e 5G price in India has been leaked ahead of its official launch
Vivo V23e 5G specifications, features
In terms of specifications, The Vivo V23s 5G features a full HD+ AMOLED display measuring 6.44 inches in terms of specifications. The screen has a resolution of 1.0802,400 pixels. Out of the box, the phone runs FunTouch OS 12, which is based on Android 11. The MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC is housed inside, along with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. A microSD card can be used to expand the memory up to 1TB. The Vivo V23e has a triple rear camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture for photos and videos. An 8-megapixel ultra-wide angle lens with f/2.2 aperture and a 2-megapixel macro sensor with f/2.4 aperture is also included. A 44-megapixel front-facing camera is available for selfies and video calls. Among the connectivity options are a USB Type-C port, Bluetooth Version 5.1, GPS, and dual Wi-Fi. On the screen, there’s also a fingerprint sensor. Vivo V23e 5G has a 4,050mAh battery and supports 44W fast charging. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.How to solve the Google Meet sound echo problem?
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Check if you are creating an echo
One of the great features of Google Meet is that it sends a pop-up notification during a meeting if an echo is detected. When you receive that pop up then you can click on Get help here to troubleshoot the issue. It offers three recommendations to remove echo from your end.- Use headphones
- Lower your speaker volume
- Mute yourself when not speaking
Sit in a closed room with good isolation
Sitting in a room well isolated can reduce the amount of echo and background noise. Also, try to attend meetings in that room of your house which is filled with sound-absorbing materials such as rugs, mats, carpets, and heavy curtains. Soft materials like blankets and rugs have the ability to absorb sound up to some extent. Also, you have to make sure that while attending the meeting you are not directly facing a wall, as it will reflect back your voice and can produce an echo that you do not want.
Use of the Microphone correctly
Most people don’t know where the microphone of their device is placed, so either they end up blocking the MIC on their phone or they stay too far from the MIC of their laptop, as a result, it produces an echo. If you attend meetings on a phone then mics are generally placed at the bottom of the phone and on the top bezel in the case of laptops.
So make sure that you are not too far from them because it will produce an echo. Additionally, you should also use an external mic if it is available with you, or you can just use any normal pair of earphones. External MIC/earphones generally are better than onboard mics on most laptops. Using a good microphone will omit most of the echo that is produced.
Mute yourself when not speaking
If you are not the main speaker in the meeting then it is advised that you should keep yourself on mute till the time you have to speak. Putting yourself on mute will create less echo and also you will eliminate the extra noise from your end. Read also: How to mute videos before sending them on WhatsApp? For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.Top 13 Ways to Make your Android TV Run Faster (2024)
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Clear Cache data and app data
If your TV has now slowed down then chances are that you have filled up the storage of your TV or maybe some apps are the culprit. In order to clear data or cache data from your TV just follow the given steps:
Step 1: Go to your Android TV Settings, different TVs might have different methods so just look for your TV in the instruction manual.
Step 2: Then go to Apps and tap your preferred app.
Step 3: Click on Clear Cache and press the OK button, or just clear all the data and press OK.
That is how you can clear data on your TV and it should make your TV run faster.
Uninstall apps
If clearing data and cache didn’t work then you should uninstall the apps that are just taking up space and you do not use them. This is the best method to clear up the space on your TV. To uninstall apps just follow the steps:
Step 1: Open your Android TV Menu.
Step 2: Head to the Apps section and highlight the app from the list you want to remove.
Step 3: Press and hold the Select or Enter key on your TV Remote.
Step 4: The final step is to just uninstall the app.
And that’s how you can uninstall any app that you do not use on your Android TV.
Free the Storage Space
If you are running out of storage space on your TV, it is a good idea to clear it up. If there’s not enough storage space, your TV can slow down considerably. Step 1: Go to Settings and select More Settings. Step 2: Click on Storage. Step 3: This is where you’ll see the storage breakdown among Apps, Media, Downloads, and more. Visit each category and delete the files you no longer need.Disable Bloatware Apps
Some Android TVs (especially in the budget category) ship with a lot of bloatware apps that ultimately slow it down. Some of these apps can’t be removed from the TV, but you can disable them. If you don’t use the Google app on your device, you should consider disabling it as well. Here’s how.
Step 1: Go to Settings.
Step 2: Scroll down and select Apps.
Step 3: Select Google.
Step 4: Hit Disable.
Similarly, you can disable other bloatware apps on your TV.
Read also: Best 4 ways to remove Chinese apps from your Android
Turn Off Usage Diagnostics & Location Tracking
If you will turn off this feature then it will help to improve the performance of your Android TV and will make it run faster. Since Android TVs are not meant for multitasking, this feature runs in the background and consumes resources making your TV run slower. To disable this just follow the steps: Step 1: Open the Settings on your Android TV, and scroll down and click on Location under Personal. Step 2: Over here, click on Location Status and turn it Off. Step 3: Now, just go back to the Settings menu and click on Usage & Diagnostics. Step 4: Disable the toggle to turn it Off. This is how you can turn off this feature and make your TV run faster.Disable Automatic Software Updates
Android TVs have a decent processor inside them but that is not meant for multitasking or handling many tasks at the same time. Background updates take up resources from your TV and make it slow down. If you want to make your TV run faster then just disable the background update settings by following these steps: Step 1: Open the Settings menu on your TV. Step 2: Go to the System Software Update menu. Step 3: Over here you will have to turn off automatic updates and that is it.Disable Automatic App Updates
You have to turn off the automatic app updates as well in order to make your Android TV run faster. To do this just follow the given steps:
Step 1: Open the Google Play Store on your Android TV, and go to Settings.
Step 2: Over here, click on Auto-update apps and turn it off.
It is that simple, just 2 steps and that is it!
Limit Your TV’s Background Processes
Using developer options, you can decide the number of processes your TV is allowed to handle in the background at any given time. Doing so will help in speeding up its performance. Step 1: Go to Settings and select About. Step 2: Click on Build Number 7 times to enter Developer Mode. Step 3: Go back to Settings and select More Settings. Step 4: Scroll all the way down and select Developer Options. Step 5: Click on Background Processes Limit. Step 6: Select the number of processes you want your TV to handle in the background.Turn Off or Reduce Animation Scales
Using developer options, you can also turn off or reduce the animations on your TV to make it run faster. Here’s how. Step 1: Go to Settings and select Developer Options. Step 2: Scroll down to the animation scales section. Step 3: Turn off the Window Animation Scale, Transition Animation Scale, and Animator Duration Scale. If you don’t want to turn them off entirely, you can reduce them by a certain factor.Use a higher bandwidth connection
Since Android TV relies on the internet they need to have a good internet connection otherwise you might see lags in the performance of the TV. So, if possible then connect your TV to a 5GHz band, since it offers more speed. Also, make sure that the WiFi router is fairly close to the TV. If possible then use a wired connection rather than using WiFi since a wired connection offers lossless speed and you will feel fewer lags in your experience.
Close apps
We all have a habit of jumping straight to the home and not closing the apps. Again, smart TVs do not have specs that are made to handle many tasks at the same time. When you jump straight to the home screen, the app keeps running in the background and takes up resources from the TV, slowing its performance. So it is advised that you should always press the back button to close the apps, not the home button.Update Your TV’s OS
Older software versions can cause your TV to slow down. Make sure its updated to the latest OS version. Here’s how.
Step 1: Go to Settings and select About.
Step 2: Hit System Update.
Step 3: Click on Software Update and select Check For Updates.
Step 4: Download any new updates.




