Well, it’s clear that the ads are the biggest revenue sources for most of the websites that offer services for free. And indeed, are essential for these websites to continue providing their services, and eventually, grow. As a bootstrapped publishing business ourselves, the discussion around ad blocking has been a touchy subject. But, at TechPP, we haven’t shied away from writing about the subject as our core mission is to empower our readers to make an informed decision....

Every single product key comprises a 25-character and is used to activate the Windows 11 license. Hence, it is always recommended to save the product key as there can be a couple of instances when one might need the product key once again. Maybe your PC is running like a snail, and you wish to clean install Windows 11, or you lost the original product key due to some error during the Windows 11 upgradation process....

However, if your Xbox controller won’t stay on or the lights keep flashing non-stop, it is likely malfunctioning. The continuous blinking could be caused by a number of reasons, ranging from connection issues to recent firmware updates. In this post, we will look at some of the possible causes and fixes for your Xbox controller flashing and not connecting. Why is my Xbox Controller Blinking or Flashing? You may have noticed that the light on your controller often blinks whether you are playing on the Xbox One or the new Xbox series X/S....

Just like in Android and Windows Phone, Microsoft has not forbidden sideloading apps in Windows 8 but they have restricted the access by default. Before anyone can customize the OS and install non-Store software on the upcoming, a few steps must to be done and the short tutorial varies from one Windows 8 version to another. How to install unofficial programs in Windows 8 Sideloading will be something which many users will make appeal to on various motives....

That apart, Tez app will now make use of the Bharat BillPay system which will automatically fetch the latest bill from the service providers. What’s more, with every bill payment you stand a chance to win up to Rs 1,000 via a scratch card. Google has also included a feature that will help Tez users pay recurring bills like the ones for internet, water or even electricity bills. I must admit that the features look to be pretty utilitarian on paper, however, when I tried it out, things turned to be a shade different....

How to Download Latest Beta Build of WhatsApp? The pinned chat feature is currently available in the latest 2.7.163 build of the app. That said, the feature first rolled out in 2.7.162 version of the Android app. To make use of this new feature, you can simply download the apk of the app from APK Mirror link here. Alternatively, you can sign up to become a WhatsApp beta tester on the Play store....

The application for iOS works for iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch, so you don’t need to install a different version for each device. Once you’ve downloaded the right app for the operating system you’re using, all you have to do is follow the steps shown below. iPhone Data Recovery for iOS If you created a backup on iCloud or you recently connected the device to your computer, you should be able to restore all data from iTunes or the cloud....

In general, the slowdown in the performance of web browsers attributes to various reasons. And no matter what browser you use — Brave, Google Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, etc. — it will slow down with time eventually. The good news is, you can avoid such problems with your browser, and here is a guide to help you with the same. What causes web browsers to slow down? Like we already mentioned, there are various reasons that make browsers slow over time....

Fortunately, Microsoft has a built-in tool on the Windows operating system (Windows 7, 8, and 10) called System Restore that provides restore points to help you revert your PC to the previous functional system state and fix most of its problems that may arise due to various system issues. The following is a guide detailing what System Restore is, how it functions, and how to use it to fix your computer problems....

But what exactly is App Library? And how do you use it on your iPhone or iPad to reduce Home Screen clutter? Follow along as we answer these questions in detail to help you get the most out of App Library on iPhone and iPad. What is iPhone App Library? App Library is an app organization feature on iOS 14 (and later) and iPadOS 15 (and later) that categorically organizes your apps inside folders on a dedicated page to make it easier for you to find them and reduce clutter on the Home Screen....

In a nutshell, HTC seems claims that it has tried to outrun other smartphone manufacturers who are “just” offering metal design, improvised camera unit and a better performance. The marketing pitch further tries to impress with the flowery language but we will save it for another day. HTC 10 is expected to come with full glass front along with chamfered metal bezels. The display shapes up as a 5.2-inch QHD unit and the device is powered by the Snapdragon 820 alongside a 4GB of RAM....

The original HTC Desire, when it came out back in 2010, was a phenomenal device and many, this editor included, fell to its charms. Bearing close resemblance to the HTC-manufactured Nexus One, the Desire was one of the first devices to boast an AMOLED display and enjoyed enviable support from third party developers. In fact, this editor made sure to procure the device from abroad even before the official Indian launch and actively used it for almost a full year — remarkable considering that most smartphones didn’t last more than a few months with him....

The design of the Huawei P10 is reminiscent of its predecessor. It comes in a 6.8mm thin sandblasted finish metal unibody design that bears a narrow strip of horizontal glass located on the top of the rear panel. To the front lies a 5.1 inch Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) IPS-NEO LCD display and a rectangular fingerprint sensor. This display is covered by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass for protection....

According to the listing, the smartphone is factory unlocked and only comes in black and white colors. The smartphone will officially be available on April 9, 2015, which is tomorrow. By the looks of it, it supports only AT&T and T-Mobile’s networks, so you won’t be able to get it to run on other carriers, at least for now. Here are some specs and features of the device that we currently know:...

1. It’s Beautiful! Huawei Vision TV is both enormous and gorgeous. There are two available variants at launch – 65-inch, and 75-inch with 55 and 85-inch models expected to come soon. The bezels are ever so thin and the panel uses quantum dot technology which produces superior image quality. The resolution is 4K and it adheres to 87% of the NTSC color gamut. 2. It’s Smart! The Huawei Vision TV is powered by the Honghu 818 Intelligent Display Chipset which is essentially an octa-core CPU....

The only “different” category, to be honest, in the smartphone space right now that turns heads and feels futuristic and unique is foldables. Not a lot of brands have tried their hand at foldables because one, the tech is still very much in its infancy, and two, foldables are expensive and not something everyone can afford. Motorola tried their hand at foldables by resurrecting the famous Razr which now even has a successor....

They say that for geeks, their devices are heroes. Well, we decided to go a step further and make them superheroes. And proper superheroes at that – the cape-costume ones. We delved into the annals of comic history and for each flagship device, pulled out a superhero to match. Take a gander at our results: Apple iPhone 5 – Batman All understated (but distinct) style, and quiet effectiveness. Others may have more muscle and more powers, but he has the brains (apps), the gadgets (accessories) and well, the mind space....

Along with the rebranding, the company has also launched a trio of new “Do” apps for both Android and iOS users. The three new apps are called Do Button, Do Camera and Do Note. Here’s what they can do for your: Do Button – create your own personalized button with just a tap and connect your button to Philips Hue, Google Drive, Nest Thermostat, and hundreds of other Channels. For example, you could use it to set the Nest Thermostat to a certain temperature, turn Philips Hue lights on or off and keep track your whereabouts in a Google Drive spreadsheet....

Make no mistake, IUM is not a Flash drive as it doesn’t contain any memory storage unit inside. It instead contains a small computer and 802.11n WiFi module within. IUM connects two PCs over an ad hoc WiFi network, thereby allowing content to be shared between the two computers. By computer, I don’t mean just a PC or Mac. It can be your Xbox 360 or DTH set-top box. This is why I referred the concept behind Infinitec IUM drive as ‘mind-blowing’....

And when we spend so much times glued to our devices, it becomes interesting to know what exactly have we done the entire day. Luckily for the curious out there, there’s a really nice app that’s available for both iPhone and Android users, called Instant- Quantified Self. This is the first app developed by Emberify, a developing team which is also a winner of the Google Fit developer challenge. Described as an app that puts ‘your life on a dashboard, Instant track all your activities automatically and then brings out a report similar to the above image....