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Google Pixel Quick Tap secret feature is simply a must-have! Know how to enable it

Did you know Google Pixel smartphone users have a secret double-tap gesture feature that can perform various quick tasks? If not, then know that Google has this feature called Quick Tap which enables users to interact with their smartphone simply through through gestures. The Google Pixel Quick Tap feature can perform several tasks through a simple double tap on the back of the smartphone such as opening an app, silence your phone, and much more. Know more about the Google Pixel Quick Tap feature here.What is the Google…

TG Pro is a must-have app for your M3 Mac, and save 75% this Cyber Monday!

What's the Cyber Monday deal?TG Pro is on sale, and you can save 75% this Cyber Monday. Why this deal is ZDNET-recommendedThere are a bunch of software utilities that are the first things that I'll install on a new Mac, and among those is Tunabelly Software's TG Pro. This utility is a one-stop shop for temperature monitoring, fan control, and diagnostics for all Macs.Well, if you happened to pick up one of the new M2 and M3-powered Macs  TG Pro intelligently adapts to each model, offering more temperature sensor data

Buying a game controller on Black Friday? Don’t forget this must-have accessory for sweaty gamers

SCUF Every competitive gamer knows that, sometimes, you’re only as good as your gear. I personally use third-party controllers for every platform I game on — I use a Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma Pro when I need a controller for PC gaming, a wireless Scuf Instinct Pro controller for Xbox marathons on the couch, and a PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for Switch. Improved ergonomics on all of these controllers make for overall comfier gaming (and they look a lot cooler than first-party controllers too). But lately, I’ve…

This iPhone app is a must-have for surfers

Even the best surfers in the world can't go surfing every day. Powerful storms might make the conditions dangerous and impossible to surf. Or the opposite might be true, and the sea could be so calm you'd struggle to see a single wave, let alone catch one. That's why surfers need to check what's going on with the waves before packing their gear and heading to the beach. Surfline is a popular wave forecasting service that's been around since 1985, and its Surfline app is available for the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch,…

This handy Google Docs feature is a must-have hack to help writers stay focused

I know this all too well. As a professional writer, those interruptions in creativity and flow can be costly with regard to time and concentration. Every time I am interrupted, you can count on doubling the amount of time for that interruption for me to get back into my groove.Fortunately, there are always tools that can help you avoid such issues. One tool is Google Docs custom substitutions. Essentially, these substitutions allow you to set a sort of shortcut for something that would otherwise take you more time than

My must-have tech gadget for the fall and winter is not what you expect

I purchased this VocalMist Nebulizer to aid my constantly dry mouth and help ease my vocal efforts. Jack Wallen/ZDNETZDNET's key takeawaysThis VocalMist Portable Nebulizer. After only one session, I was sold.I found the same results when having to record videos. Instead of struggling to get through them (in my overly dry basement filming studio), I had not one issue with my voice.It was like magic…only it wasn't because it was science.How it worksVocalMist is a small, portable nebulizer used by singers, public

Amazon Great Indian Festival: 5 Must-Have iPhone 15 Accessories You Can Buy During Ongoing Sale

Apple introduced the iPhone 15 series earlier this year in September with four models. The base iPhone 15 launched in five colour options and with three storage variants. Currently, Amazon is holding one of its biggest sales of the year, the Great Indian Festival. It kicked off on October 7 for Amazon Prime members and opened to all users a day later. During the sale, a wide range of electronic items including smartphones, laptops, tablets, PCs and other relevant accessories are being offered with lucrative discounts.…

This is my must-have phone accessory for power outages and traveling

Jack Wallen/ZDNETRecently, a dear friend of mine traveled overseas for the first time. He went alone and had a remarkable experience. However, the one issue he faced was his phone battery regularly ran down to levels that made him a bit uncomfortable. After all, being in an unfamiliar locale and having your only means of navigating the area can be a bit daunting.Fortunately, he took a couple of charging banks with him.Also: How to find out what apps are draining your Android phone's batteryThis served as a good…

This thumb-sized camera is my new ‘must-have’ for traveling

June Wan/ZDNETI'll admit: I'm not a skater, I don't go deep sea diving, and I definitely can't jump from wall to wall in an upward trajectory. But when you pitch me an action camera the size of a thumb, it's hard not to take it out for a spin just to see what the little thing is capable of. And so that's exactly what I did this weekend with the new Insta360 Go 3ZDNET RECOMMENDS Insta360 Go 3 The most pocket-friendly travel camera with up to 2.7K video recording and a slew of mounting accessories. Naturally, the Go

Qubo Dashcam Pro 4K Review: Must-Have Car Accessory?

A dashcam for cars is slowly becoming a necessary accessory in India. Not only is it useful to record video evidence in case of an accident, but also to provide proof when you need to claim insurance or issue a counter-complaint against incorrect traffic tickets. Some might also use a dashcam to record picturesque locations on a road trip. While some dash cameras are available at an affordable price, they tend to compromise on video quality and features. Qubo, a Hero Group company, has launched its Dashcam Pro 4K in India…