HTC One M8 for Windows borrows double-tap to wake feature from Nokia
When the Windows Phone 8.1 SDK leaked back in February, double-tap to wake was seen in the documentation, suggesting that Nokia's tech was being opened to all OEMs. Fast-forward to August and HTC's new...
View ArticleThis is Cortana with the Dot View case on the HTC One for Windows
Cases are always an optional accessory on phones, but the Dot View case for the HTC One M8 for Windows is much more than just protection. The case is interactive, showing owners useful information like...
View ArticleHere is how the new Nav bar works on the HTC One M8 for Windows
The HTC One M8 for Windows brings many 'firsts' to the table, including support for the 801 chipset, duo camera and more. One of those originals is the ability to hide the Nav bar aka where the Start,...
View ArticleHere is how to block ads in IE 11 for Windows 8.1
No one likes ads, even if they are what powers our web economy. The debate over ad blockers is always a tough one, even more so since it even affects our site too. Without the revenue, we do not get...
View ArticleUsing the HTC One M8 for Windows as a TV remote
Did you know that the HTC One M8 for Windows can control your TV? The One – both on Android and Windows Phone – comes with an infrared (IR) blaster built into the top of the device. Combined with their...
View ArticleHow to factory reset your HTC One M8 for Windows phone
When it comes to mobile operating systems, Windows Phone has a solid reputation for stability. As a result, the need to reset the OS to rid the phone of bugs or start anew is rare. Still, there may be...
View ArticleHow to force close an Xbox One game or app
One of our favorite features on the Xbox One is the ability to resume games even after turning off the system. It's really handy at finishing single player games after being interrupted by errands. But...
View ArticleHow to get an Uber car with Cortana
You have probably heard of Uber by now. It's a transportation network company that connects passengers with drivers of vehicles for hire in over 70 cities. We were very excited when the official app...
View ArticleCortana has new songs, but she can't sing them yet
It looks like Cortana is learning new songs. She has been able to sing for a while now, but asking her recently has resulted in new songs. There's a little problem, though. She doesn't actually sing...
View ArticleCortana can now tell you the time worldwide and do currency conversions
As Microsoft continually improves their new Cortana voice-assistant, users are discovering more novice features every day. Recently, we covered all the new songs Cortana can either sing (or semi-sing),...
View ArticleError with your Windows Phone OS backups? Here is how to get them back on track
One of the great features in Windows Phone 8.1 is the ability to restore from a backup when setting up a new device. Everything from your Start screen layout to the apps themselves and even some...
View ArticleHere is how to report dangerous or malicious apps to the Windows Phone Store
Microsoft, like most companies who run an app store, on occasion has problems with fake or malicious apps. You know, the ones that purport to be official, but charge you money upfront without a trial,...
View ArticleTop Spider-Man Unlimited tips and tricks
Spider-Man Unlimited is the latest endless runner from mobile gaming giant Gameloft. The game's premise involves Spider-Men and villains from various universes converging into a single universe. With...
View ArticleHow to use Windows Phone to download games and apps to your Xbox One
Xbox One SmartGlass is probably the best app to have on your Windows Phone if you have an Xbox One. The app is incredibly useful and gains new functionality with nearly regular monthly updates....
View ArticleHow to add every single NFL game to your Windows Phone Calendar
Back in June we showed you boys and girls how to add the 2014 World Cup schedule to your Windows Phone. This allowed you to see easily when matches were taking place so you could catch them in your...
View ArticleHow to watch Premier League games in the US with Windows Phone
When the World Cup ended, I became highly interested in watching more football (soccer) games. Friends who follow football more than me said I have to check out the English Premier League...
View ArticleHere is how to get back the Modern Start Screen in Windows 10 Technical Preview
Today, Microsoft unveiled their Windows Technical Preview for the new Windows 10 operating system. There are obviously plenty of questions from users about upgrading to the Preview, and one of those...
View ArticleHere's how to get the Modern version of IE running on Windows 10 Technical...
While the desktop version of Internet Explorer is supposed to be the only one available on the Windows 10 Technical Preview, there is a way to access the Modern UI version of IE in this preview build...
View ArticleHow to install Windows 10 Technical Preview
It's been a week since Microsoft unveiled Windows 10, and released the Technical Preview to the public. Now that you have had some time to take in some of the cool new features, you may be considering...
View ArticleFour different ways to do a Windows 8 screenshot
Beginner's Tips Series!There are tons of reasons why you might want to capture an image on your Surface Pro 3, or other Windows 8 computer. Maybe you want to preserve a pic of your high score for...
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