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How to watch LG’s CES 2021 press conference live stream
Plenty of new tech is on the way from LG this year
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How to Get Free Music on Google Nest Speakers
Listen to any music for free on your Google Nest smart speaker
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How to make video calls and group calls on an Amazon Echo
Here's how to call and message friends and family using Alexa.
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How to control lights with Alexa
With the right hardware you can turn your lights on and off just by asking Alexa
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How to use Alexa’s new Show & Tell feature
Amazon introduces a helpful new feature for the visually impaired
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How to watch the Autumn Nations Cup rugby: England vs Ireland
Catch all the action during the four-week tournament
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How to lower your ping
Expert tips to reduce your ping and improve your online gaming experience
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What to do when an unknown device is connecting to your Wi-Fi
Three ways to identify Wi-Fi devices and how to block them
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How to start an Amazon Prime Video Watch Party
Create a huge online streaming party, but with various caveats
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How to create a stereo pair with Amazon Echo speakers
We show you step by step how to pair two Echos for stereo sound
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Breadmaker troubleshooting
Read our guide to common problems and their tried-and-tested solutions
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How to connect Bluetooth headphones to Chromecast
A semi-hidden feature that many will find brilliant
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How to fix Airplane mode that won’t turn off
Get back online by fixing the Airplane mode bug in Windows 10
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How to get free Wi-Fi without a subscription
Stay connected when away from home with these different ways to get Wi-Fi without a monthly bill
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How to set up Multiroom Audio on Google Home/Nest
Pair multiple Google Home devices to blast out music around your home
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Nest thermostat won’t connect to Wi-Fi? Try these fixes first
Google will send you a free replacement for a Nest thermostat that’s suffering from the dreaded w5 Wi-Fi error, but there are also some troubleshooting steps you can try.
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How to Recall Gmail: Unsend An Email
Hit send too early or changed your mind? Here's how to stop and recall an email from Gmail
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How to change Alexa’s voice, language, speed & wake word
You can change Alexa’s voice, but the options are fairly limited
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How to watch the Hey Google Smart Home keynote live stream
Tune in to Google's Smart Home Summit keynote on 8 July to find out more about the latest smart home ecosystem developments
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How to make ice cream without an ice cream maker
Three ingredients, no hassle: instant ice cream
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How to Update Amazon Echo
Updates should be automatic, but here's what to do if your Echo won't update
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Get a free Nest Mini when you subscribe to the new Nest Aware plan
Here’s how to get the new Nest Aware deal and Mini
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How to hide your IP address
We explain why it's a good idea to hide your IP address when browsing the web, and how to do it
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How to use Bluetooth on your Amazon Echo
Use Alexa as a Bluetooth speaker or pair a Bluetooth speaker with Alexa
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How to make Dalgona coffee
There are a number of Dalgona coffee recipes online. Here’s one that works
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How to throw a lockdown party
There ain’t no party like a lockdown party, cos a lockdown party … has no guests
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How to connect an Amazon Echo to your phone’s Wi-Fi hotspot
Use your Echo away from home: we show you how
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