Overview This blog post provides a curated list of the best mechanical keyboards currently available, focusing on their features, performance, and value. It highlights keyboards suitable for both typing and gaming, covering a range of budgets and preferences. The review process involves rigorous testing in various scenarios, with a focus on gaming, software usability, and everyday productivity. Cooler Master MK770 An excellent all-around keyboard for both typists and gamers. Features responsive Kailh Box V2 switches and a comfortable gasket-mounted design. Has a stylish Macaron color option and a hot-swappable design for easy customization. Software issues exist. Lemokey X1 A budget-friendly option that delivers great typing and gaming performance. Boasts a premium feel and customizable backlighting. Keycaps aren't as high-quality and the board isn't hot-swappable. Keychron V6 An attractive, smooth-typing, and well-built keyboard. Fully hot-swappable and available in various ...
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This article highlights several hidden features available on Android devices, designed to enhance user experience, privacy, and accessibility. These features range from developer options and privacy settings to accessibility tools and battery-saving techniques. The guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to access and utilize these features on Android devices.
Developer Options
This section unlocks advanced settings for power users.
Access: Open Settings > About phone, tap Build number 7 times, enter passcode, go to System Settings (or Software information on Samsung) > Developer Options.
Allows customization of Bluetooth connections, background processes, and other system-level configurations.
Be cautious when changing settings, as incorrect modifications can destabilize your device.
Clear Browser Cookies
Enhance privacy by deleting browser cookies.
Open Chrome, tap the three dots in the corner > History > Clear browsing data.
Select "All time" for Time range, check "Cookies and site data," and tap Clear data.
Cookies are trackers that gather data about your usage.
Restrict Background Data
Extend battery life and conserve mobile data.
Open Settings > Mobile Network > Data usage.
Tap Data saving and toggle Data saving on.
To allow specific apps unrestricted access, tap Unrestricted apps and toggle them on.
Disabling background data may delay notifications from apps like WhatsApp until Wi-Fi is connected.
Use Split Screen
Multitask by running two apps simultaneously.
Swipe up to access the app tray.
Tap the app's menu button, then tap Split screen.
Open a second app and adjust the divider to resize the windows.
Not all apps support split screen.
Manage Saved Wi-Fi Networks
View and manage all saved Wi-Fi networks.
Open Settings > Wi-Fi.
Tap the three dots and select Advanced settings.
Tap Saved networks to view and delete networks.
View Notification History
Review past notifications.
Open Settings > Notifications > More settings.
Tap Notification history and toggle it on.
Only saves the last 24 hours of notifications.
Enable One-Handed Mode
Shrink the screen for easier one-handed use.
Open Settings > System Settings.
Tap One-handed mode and toggle it on.
Swipe down at the bottom of the screen to activate.
Share Wi-Fi Password via QR Code
Allow others to connect to Wi-Fi by scanning a QR code.
Open the Wi-Fi menu, tap the gear icon next to the network.
Tap QR code or Share.
Translate Text Instantly
Translate text using Google Lens.
Open Chrome and tap the camera icon in the search bar (or open the Google Lens app).
Tap Translate at the bottom and point the camera at the text.
Live Transcribe
Transcribe conversations in real-time for accessibility.
Open Settings > Accessibility > Live Transcribe.
Tap Open Live Transcribe to use it once or toggle on Live Transcribe shortcut for regular use.
Add Chrome Dinosaur Game Widget
Access the Chrome dinosaur game directly from your home screen.
Tap and hold an empty area on the home screen, then tap Widgets.
Find Chromium Dino under the Chrome section and drag the widget to the desired location.
Smart Lock (Trusted Places)
Disable the lock screen in safe locations.
Open Settings > Password and security > System security.
Tap Smart Lock > Trusted places.
Tap Add trusted places and select your location.
Set Data Usage Limits
Prevent exceeding data limits and incurring extra charges.
Open Settings > Mobile network > Data usage.
Tap Data usage limit and choose a daily or monthly limit.
Enter your data allowance and set a warning or data cutoff.
Medical Info
Store medical information for first responders.
Open Settings > Safety & Emergency.
Tap Medical info, then tap add.
Enter relevant medical details.
Enable Spam Protection
Filter out spam messages.
Open the Messages app, tap the three dots > Settings.
Tap Spam protection.
Toggle Enable spam protection to on.
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