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Carlos Vega

Carlos Vega

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Author/Co-Author of 59 articles

Carlos has been involved in computers since 2000, when he earned his MCSE and A+ certifications. A love for technology turned into years of technical support and eventually technology education. If he's not writing for Digital Trends, he's enjoying Thai food, traveling, or watching a good movie.

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How to reset default apps on an Android phone or tablet

Nothing is forever. If you're rethinking your decision and want to reset default apps, just follow our guide for stock Android and most Samsung phones.
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The best productivity apps for Android and iOS

If you're trying to get a team on the same page, then you need a way to collaborate. These are the apps that will take your productivity to the next level.
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How to share your location on your iPhone or iPad

Your iPhone is full of useful features, several of which allow you to share your location with friends and family. Here's how to share your location with ease.
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The best scanner apps for Android and iOS

Do you need a good scanner app to help you digitize and organize documents? Here are our picks of the best scanner apps available right now for iOS and Android.
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How to turn on private browsing on your iPhone or Android device

Here's how to turn on private browsing on Android and iOS phones, helping you to surf the web privately and also avoid saving cookies and your search history.
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The best cases for the Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom

The Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom is an impressive smartphone, one you should make an effort to protect. Here, we've chosen five standout cases.
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A beginner’s guide to iOS: How to get started with your new iPhone or iPad

New to Apple's mobile platform? Here, we'll walk you through the basics of setting up your device and making the most of its many features.
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Kill annoying alerts! Here’s how to turn off notifications on an iPhone

Don’t be annoyed by those pesky notifications. Here’s a rundown on how to turn off notifications on an iPhone.
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These are the 5 best Nokia 6 cases and covers

Nokia’s new Android phones have made it to the United States, and we’ve rounded up the best Nokia 6 cases currently on the market.
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How to use Apple Clips, the perfect video app for your social feeds

Apple is taking on Snapchat, Facebook, and Instagram with Apple Clips. Here's how to use Apple Clips to make video clips for social media.
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Hate the iPhone X’s notch? These two apps can get rid of it

We take a look at Notch Remover and Notcho and explain what they do so that you can make an informed decision before you purchase.
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The best apps to sell clothes will turn your unused wardrobe into cash

Don’t let your clothes end up in a landfill. Use the best apps to sell clothes and make some money or donate the proceeds to charity!
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The best iOS 10 widgets for your iPhone or iPad

Widgets are one of the best new features of iOS 10. We encourage you to try the best iOS 10 widgets and take advantage of them.
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Here are the 10 best Moto Z2 Force cases to help it survive almost anything

Here are some of the best Moto Z2 Force cases you can buy to keep your smartphone free of dings and scratches.
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The best ZTE Blade Z Max cases to keep it safe from bumps and scratches

The Blade Z Max has a massive 6-inch screen that needs protection. Here are our picks for the best ZTE Blade Z Max cases and covers.
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These are the best cases and covers for the Honor 9 Lite smartphone

The all-new design of the Honor 9 Lite makes it more vulnerable to drops. We’ve gathered some of the best cases and covers to keep it safe.
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Follow this guide to learn how to delete, and recover, notes on your iPhone

Nothing is permanent. This simple tutorial shows you every possible way to delete notes in iOS, and every way to recover them.
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Track the progress of your burgeoning baby with these pregnancy apps

Pregnancy is tough, but these apps will provide you with plenty of instructional material and help you better prepare for the months to come.
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Work out and carry your smartphone with the top 5 running armbands

You may want to use your smartphone and work out at the same time. That's why we've gathered five of the best running armbands available.
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The best cases for the Kodak Ektra smartphone

The Kodak Ektra is one of the most unique smartphones around. Here, we've compiled some of the better cases available for the Android device.
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Protect your HTC U Ultra with these cases and covers

The HTC U Ultra is a beautiful smartphone, and these are the top HTC U Ultra cases you can use to protect it against drops and scratches.
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The best horoscope apps for iOS and Android

Looking up your daily, monthly, and yearly horoscopes has never been easier than it is now. Here are the best horoscope apps for doing so.
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15 essential Black Friday apps you need to navigate the maelstrom

It's best to be prepared for Black Friday. These Black Friday apps will help you find the best bargains, navigate labyrinth-like stores, and save during the holiday.
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The five best BlackBerry Motion cases and covers you can find

Can't find a case for your new Blackberry smartphone? They're not easy to find so, we've picked the best Blackberry Motion cases and covers.
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The best screen protectors for the LG G6

Protecting the display on your LG G6 is important -- and these screen protectors can guard your display without sacrificing functionality.
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The best apps every Windows Phone user should have

Android and iOS may be the most prominent smartphone platforms, but they're not the only two around. Here are some of our favorite apps for Windows Phone.
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The 10 best cases to protect your Huawei Mate 9

The Huawei Mate 9 can be difficult to handle, which is why solid drop protection is of the utmost importance. Thankfully, these cases provide just that.
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How to delete texts on your iPhone

Learn how to delete text messages on iPhone. This simple guide runs through your text message deletion options in Apple's iMessage app.
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7 things you can do to make your iPhone safer

Are you worried about your data or iPhone being stolen? If you take certain steps, you don't need to be. Here is our iOS security guide.
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How to delete and retrieve deleted emails on any iPhone or iPad

Want to delete an email on your iPhone? Or do you now want to recover it? Fret not, because here's how to delete and retrieve emails from any iPhone or iPad.
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How to use Airplane Mode on your iPhone or Android smartphone

Airplane mode is a useful tool that will save battery life, and even help you fix some connectivity problems. Here's how to turn it on.

How to install fonts on iPad or iPhone with iFont

Install new fonts on your iPad or iPhone using iFont for a seamless workflow between your mobile device and your computer, whether you use Mac or Windows.
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Become a WhatsApp expert with these top 10 tips and tricks

WhatsApp is nothing short of convenient, however, these 10 tips show that there's more to the popular messaging app than meets the eye.
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How to use Facebook Messenger’s secret conversations in iOS and Android

Encryption is more important than ever before. Follow this how-to guide if you want to enable "secret conversations" in Facebook Messenger.