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How to Hide App Names on Your iPhone Home Screen

Did you know you can create a minimalist iPhone home screen by hiding your app labels? This is as simple as flipping a switch on iOS 18, but older devices that run iOS 17 or earlier can use a workaround. Here's how it works.

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Why Using Password Hints Is a Terrible Idea

Many online services, especially ones that have been around for a while, will ask you to create password hints when creating an account with them. Password hints are a terrible idea, and you shouldn't use them. Let’s go over why, and what you can do instead.

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I Use This Smart Doorbell Because It Doesn’t Need a Subscription

I think many of us are suffering from subscription fatigue these days. While a video doorbell can be a great addition to a smart home, many require you to sign up for a cloud service to access stored recordings. The Netatmo Smart Video Doorbell is a welcome exception.

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Use These Stores to Build Up a Free Game Library Before You Get a PC

PC gaming can be an expensive hobby, so it's good to know that you can pick up many full games without spending a penny. You don’t even need to wait until you have a PC or gaming handheld on which to run the games. Start building a library of titles to play in the future, right now!

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These iPhone Apps Put the Dynamic Island to Good Use

You've probably noticed that what was once a notch on the front of the iPhone is now a Dynamic Island. Apple's version of a hole-punch comes with some useful functionality and slick animations. Here are some apps that put the feature to good use.

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11 Science and Math Apps for Linux to Master Your Classes With

With the back-to-school season in full swing, you may be wondering if you have what you need to succeed in your math and science classes. You're in luck, as Linux happens to be one of the main platforms of math and science. You can use the same apps professionals do to earn top grades.

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I Created a Shortcut to Instantly Clean Up My Mac Desktop

It's easy to fall into the trap of creating a messy workspace while working on your Mac. Rather than closing apps and windows one by one, use this shortcut to quit all open applications, choosing only those you want to remain open.

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Question of the Day

Would You Buy a Samsung Galaxy With Stock Android?

Did you know that in 2013, Samsung and Google released a Galaxy S4 Google Play Edition with stock Android? No TouchWiz or One UI. It was epic, and I loved mine. That idea begs the question: Would you consider buying a newer Samsung Galaxy with stock Android, AOSP, or Pixel software? What about the Pixel 9 Pro with One UI 7?

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