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Pranay Parab
Pranay Parab is an independent tech journalist based in Mumbai, India. He covers tech for Lifehacker, and specializes in tutorials and in-depth features.
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How to Make YouTube Shorts Actually Watchable `
You can force Shorts to play in YouTube's normal video player.
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![The Shazam app logo on an Android smartwatch.](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1711729805.jpg)
Shazam for Wear OS Now Works Even When Your Phone Isn’t Around
Google's music recognition is faster, but Shazam has cross-platform benefits.
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![A screenshot of a PS5 game with a notification in the top-right corner. The notification says that a game clip from your PS5 has been published to Sony's Game Help feature.](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1711557249.jpg)
Your PS5 Will Soon Be Able to Capture Game Clips to Help Other Players
Gameplay from your PS5 could help strangers beat tricky levels.
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![A screenshot showing Instagram's political content settings page.](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1711531133.jpg)
How to Stop Instagram From Automatically Hiding Political Content
Take control of your Instagram and Threads feeds.
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How to Block JavaScript on Specific Websites (and Why You Should)
Blocking JavaScript can reduce invasive tracking and load pages faster, but it can also break webpages.
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![Man working on laptop](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1711459709.jpg)
'Unclack' for Mac Mutes Your Mic While You're Typing
Type up notes—or message your coworkers—during team calls.
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![A series of Apple Watches in different colors.](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1711118350.jpg)
13 Ways to Improve Your Apple Watch's Battery Life
You can keep your charge from running out too fast.
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How to Turn Your HomePod Mini Into a ‘Portable’ Speaker
The "RoamPod" can be freely moved around your house.
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![Apple's FineWoven case on an iPhone 15](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1710946641.jpg)
How to Clean Your Filthy FineWoven iPhone Case
Your FineWoven case might look like hell, but don't throw it away just yet.
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![A screenshot of Threads, showing the trending topics feature.](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1710950100.jpg)
Trending Topics Are Coming to Threads, Starting With the US
You can now see five trending topics at a time.
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![Three screenshots of Hezel, an app that backs up your Apple Music library.](png/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1710438251.png)
Use This App to Back Up Your Apple Music Library and Restore Deleted Songs
Accidentally deleted an Apple Music playlist? Hezel can recover it for you.
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![woman chopping vegetables with open magazine with recipe nearby](png/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1710521939.png)
Six Subscriptions Actually Worth Paying for, According to Reddit
Subscriptions have a way of piling up, but here are a few to consider that are truly worth their cost.
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You Can Now Hide Your Phone Number on Signal
Signal now supports usernames, which can be used instead of your number.
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Change These Settings to Make Uber More Private
Uber uses your data to personalize ads. Here's how to reduce its tracking.
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![A poster with multiple app icons featured in the Indie App Sale](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1710357514.jpg)
Nearly 300 Indie iPhone, iPad, and Mac Apps Are on Sale Right Now
Indie App Sales is back.
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How to Game Share on a PS5
Yes, you can share your digital PS5 purchases with a friend.
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How to Decide Between the PS5 Digital or Disc Version
You want to buy Sony's gaming console—but which one?
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![Apple store event](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1706630356.jpg)
Why Now Is a Bad Time to Buy an iPad or MacBook Air
Apple is rumored to be refreshing the iPad Air, iPad Pro, and MacBook Air in March. You just need to wait a little longer.
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![Two screenshots of Apple Music's new Heavy Rotation Mix on an iPhone.](jpg/hero-image.fill.size_245x138.v1709140459.jpg)
Apple Music’s Daily ‘Heavy Rotation Mix’ Rounds up Your Most Played Songs
A new algorithmic mix updated every day with all your favorite bangers.