Android Tutorial: Developing a Social Networking App with Firebase Authentication
Get Started with Firebase Authentication on WebsitesYou can use Firebase Authentication to allow users to sign in to your app using one ormore sign-in methods, including email address and password sign-in, andfederated identity providers such as Google Sign-in and Facebook Login. Thistutorial gets you started with Firebase Authentication by showing you how to addemail address and password sign-in to your app.Add and initialize the Authentication SDKIf you haven't already, install the Firebase ... read more
Guide to Mobile Device Trade-In Value Assessment
A Guide to Choosing the Right Device Trade-In Solutions PartnerMOBILE DEVICE LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT As mobile phone customers continue holding on to their phones longer, mobile carriers are looking for new ways to improve sales and performance. A strong mobile strategy is one that helps you find opportunities to monetize your mobile program across the full device lifecycle management value chain. LEARN MOREMOBILE SUPPORT SERVICESMobile Device FinancingMobile Device Trade-in ... read more
Tutorial: How to Change the Name and Settings of Your AirPods
How-To Geek By assigning a unique name to your AirPods, you make it easier to find them among other Bluetooth-enabled devices. It's easy to rename your AirPods, and you can use an Apple device to do that. We'll show you how. Change the Name of Your AirPods Using an iPhone To update your AirPods' name with your iPhone, ensure your iPhone is paired and connected to your AirPods. Then, on your iPhone, launch the ... read more
Tutorial: How to Create Custom Widgets for Your iPhone Home Screen
How-To Geek Have you ever swiped right on your iPhone's Lock screen or Home screen? That's the Today View screen with widgets from Apple's stock apps. If you want to customize this screen, you can add and customize widgets from third-party apps as well as reorder everything that's already there. By default, Apple shows you the widgets from the Weather app, Siri Suggestions, Music, Favorites, and more. But that's not all. When you go into the editing mode, you'll ... read more
What gadget is most useful?
The 19 Best Gadgets From CES 2022 You Can Buy Right NowIf you've been keeping up with CES 2022, you've likely added a slew of gadgets to your wishlist already. There's a lot that won't be ready until the second half of this yearsome might never see the light of daybut don't fret! We've rounded up our favorite CES devices that are already available for purchase or preorder. We're talkin' earbuds, smartwatches, projectors, and a snowbike. Here's what you can add to your cart right now.Special ... read more
How to Learn a New Language Using Your iPhone
The Best Language Learning Apps [2024 Edition]Home Language Learning Resources The Best Language Learning Apps [2024 Edition]The Best Language Learning Apps [2024 Edition]Everyone has their own unique way of learning new things, so the best language learning app for you should be perfectly suited to your specific learning style. Fortunately, were spoiled for choice in 2024!There are a wide array of options, from classically structured courses and language learning game apps to language ... read more
Implementing Unit Testing with JUnit and Mockito for Robust Android Code
Get more.../* * Copyright (c) 2020 Mockito contributors * This program is made available under the terms of the MIT License. */package com.vogella.mockito.mockstatic;import static org.junit.jupiter.api.Assertions.assertEquals;import static org.junit.jupiter.api.Assertions.assertNull;import static org.junit.jupiter.api.Assertions.assertThrows;import static org.junit.jupiter.api.Assertions.fail;import static org.mockito.Mockito.mockStatic;import static org.mockito.Mockito.times;import ... read more
Gadget Hacks for Students: Tips for Staying Organized
Quick Tips OK, I'm sure you're thinking, "Isn't it just the 'Select All' button in Mail?" Yes and no. If the view you're in has a "Select All" button and you actually want to select all items, then great use that. But when you're selecting emails from a Mail search or just wishing to choose some but not all in a mailbox, there's a hidden gesture you're not using on your iPhone. A low-key iPhone feature that's been around since iOS 10 can ... read more
The Future of Mobile Device AI Assistants
Industries OverviewEver since Apple introduced Siri in October 2011, voice assistants have been a mainstay of the US technological landscape. While voice assistants enjoyed phenomenal growth throughout the early-to-late 2010s, over the past few years, adoption stagnated. But with the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, demand for generative AI integration across the virtual technology landscape is surging. Whether voice assistants evolve to leverage generative AI is still to be determined.A ... read more
Customize iPhone Lock & Home Screens: Make it Yours
Pocket-lintKey Takeaways Customize your iPhone home screen with themed widgets, folders, app icons, and wallpapers for holidays like Halloween or Valentine's Day. Easily move apps around the home screen, create folders for organization, and personalize app icons with custom photos. Use third-party apps like Color Widgets to add custom widgets to your home screen, complementing the theme and aesthetic ... read more
Pair Apple Watch with iPhone: Unlock Smartwatch Features
Apple Watch44mm or 40mm aluminum case sizeCarbon neutral combinations availableRetina displayUp to 1000 nitsHigh and low heart rate notificationsIrregular rhythmnotificationsLow cardio fitness notificationsEmergency SOSInternational emergency callingFall Detection and Crash Detection50m Water resistantSwimproofGPSAvailable cellular connectivitySupports Family Setup(GPS + Cellular models)Connect family members who dont have aniPhoneUp to 18 hoursLow Power Mode45mm or 41mm aluminum or stainless ... read more
Guide to Mobile Device Screen Repair DIY Techniques
Phone RepairAs technology advances, devices utilizing these technologies become smaller and smaller. Today's cell phones have more computing power than past computers that took up an entire room of space. Modern mobile devices allow users to hold the world -- or at least all of its information, maps, and games -- in their hands.Usually, the manufacturer's name will appear somewhere on the outside of the device, and the exact model number will typically also appear on the back or underneath the ... read more
Troubleshooting a Completely Dead iPhone Battery: A Step-by-Step Guide to Identifying the Culprit (Faulty Charger, Battery Degradation, or Software Issue?)
How to Charge a Completely Dead Car Battery: A Step-by-Step GuideHave you ever found yourself in a situation where your car battery is completely dead and youre left stranded? It can be quite frustrating, but fear not! Charging a completely dead car battery is not as difficult as it may seem. With the right tools and a little know-how, you can get your car up and running again in no time. In this article, we will guide you through the process of charging a completely dead car battery, step by ... read more
Buff iPhone Scratches Safely (Alternatives to Toothpaste)
How to Remove Scratches From Glass Aquarium Using Toothpaste: Method and AlternativesThere are several methods available to remove scratches from glass aquariums. But you can use toothpaste to do the job in a very easy and affordable way. You can use this method not only for removing scratches but also for cleaning the aquarium, as well as its surfaces. Toothpaste is an amazing natural product that works in similar ways as household cleaners and cleaners for glass.In this article, we will ... read more
How to Extend Battery Life on Your Smartphone
How to maximize battery life: Charging habits and other tipsMost of us casual users and enthusiasts alike are forever searching for smartphones with the longest battery life. And while fast charging keeps us topped up every day, the absence of replaceable batteries means eventually, the lithium-ion cells enclosed in our phones are going to age and deteriorate, making it harder to maximize battery life.If youve held onto a phone for a couple of years, youve probably noticed the battery doesnt ... read more
Guide to Using Night Shift to Reduce Eye Strain on Your iPhone at Night
MakeUseOf If your eyes often hurt and you suffer headaches, your iPhone might be the culprit. Eye strain from digital displays is one of the big downsides of today's widespread smartphone use. But don't worry. You don't need to get rid of your iPhone; at least not yet. Your iPhone is equipped with several features to help reduce your risk of digital eye strain. Let's take a closer look at some useful features to reduce iPhone eye strain. 1. ... read more
Gadget Etiquette: How to Use Your Devices Respectfully in Public Transportation
Public Transportation Etiquette The Golden RulesSo you landed that new job and youre now taking the bus or train every day CONGRATS! Hopefully by now youre feeling comfortable with your daily commute on the bus or train. You have a SmarTrip card (and its registered), you know your schedule and everything is going smoothly. But maybe there are times when youre frustrated or annoyed with the behavior of your fellow transit riders, right? Clipping nails, loud music, maybe even eating?When riding ... read more
Android Guide: Implementing Internationalization (i18n) and Localization (l10n) for Your App
Internationalization(i18n) and Localization(L10n)A successful product needs to go global through many stages, from the perspective of software development there are two main processes: internationalization and localization.A language environment is the use of a specific language or language variant within a country or geographic region, which determines the format and parsing of dates, times, numbers and currencies, as well as the various measurement units and translated names of time zones, ... read more
Gadget Gift Guide: Top 10 Presents for Tech-Loving Friends
The Best Tech Gifts for Gadget-Obsessed Smart Home Dwellers and Nerdy GearheadsKevin Cortez is an editor for Runner's World, Bicycling, and Popular Mechanics covering reviews. A culture and product journalist for over ten years, hes an expert in mens style, technology, gaming, coffee, e-bikes, hiking, gear, and all things outdoors. He most recently worked as the Style Editor for Reviewed, a top product recommendation site owned by USA TODAY. He also helped with the launch of WSJ's Buy Side ... read more
Tips for Managing Mobile Device App Permissions
Change app permissions on your Android phoneYou can allow some apps to use various features on your device, such as your camera or contacts list. An app will send a notification to ask for permission to use features on your device, which you can Allow or Deny. You can also change permissions for a single app or by permission type in your device's settings.Change app permissionsOn your device, open the Settings app.Tap Apps.Tap the app you want to change. If you can't find it, tap See all apps. ... read more