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Live Translate with Headphones on iOS

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Google Translate is getting smarter with Gemini so you can get more natural translations in Search and the Translate app.

What the Feature Does

- Lets you **instantly translate speech in real time** through *any* pair of headphones.

- Supports **70+ languages**.

- Preserves the speaker’s **tone and cadence**, making translations feel more natural and expressive.

Example Use Cases

- **Family conversations**: Helps follow along when relatives speak in another language (e.g., Punjabi).

- **Travel**: Useful for:

- Getting recommendations

- Understanding train announcements

- Talking with locals

- Picking up the “vibe” of a place thanks to tone-preserving translation

How to Use It

1. Open the **Google Translate** app.

2. Tap **“Live translate.”**

3. Connect your headphones.

Handling The Digital Life Of A Deceased Relative

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 18:23:00 +0000

Losing a loved one is emotionally devastating—but handling their digital life afterwards can add unexpected stress. This article offers a practical guide to managing digital accounts, passwords, and devices after someone passes away.

What is Doxxing?

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:46:00 +0000

Doxxing involves the malicious act of revealing someone’s personal information without their consent, which can lead to serious emotional, social, or even physical harm.

Do Smartphones Secretly Listen To Conversations

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:10:00 +0000

Do smartphones secretly listen to conversations to serve targeted ads. While phones have microphones always on for virtual assistants, eavesdropping for advertising isn't the most likely culprit. Instead, vast amounts of data, such as search history, app usage, and sensor data, help companies predict user interests.

Scam Online Awareness Training

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 15:18:00 +0000

By completing this Scam Online Awareness Training session from 'Friends Against Scams who are a National Trading Standards Scams Team initiative', you can learn about the different types of scams and how to spot and support a victim.

How To Stop Website Link Redirections

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:24:00 +0000

To stop redirecting links, you can follow these steps on different browsers:

Free Browser Games From Google

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Thu, 23 May 2024 18:13:00 +0000

If you're in the mood for some nostalgia or a fun challenge, consider diving into some classic browser games offered by Google. For example, you can engage in these:

How to Modify Alexa to Only Respond to Your Voice

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 15:07:00 +0000

Ever wondered if Alexa could be trained to respond only to your voice? While it's not entirely possible, there are workarounds. You can create a voice profile, pick a unique wake word, and even set up a PIN for added security. It's all about making your smart assistant as exclusive as possible.

UK National Databank Providing Free Mobile Data Texts And Calls To People In Need

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:57:00 +0000

The National Databank provides free mobile data, texts and calls to people in need via Good Things Foundation’s network of local community partners. Think of it like a ‘food bank’ but for internet connectivity data. Community organisations can apply to access the databank, enabling them to provide data to people in their communities who need it, in the United Kingdom.

Some Of The Best Free PC Games In 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 17:34:00 +0000

There are many great free PC games available in 2023. Some popular options include:

Fortnite, which combines third-person shooting, resource gathering, and building to create a highly addicting multiplayer experience¹.
League of Legends, a MOBA game developed by Riot Games¹.

You can also find many free games on Steam, such as:

Deep Search Engines to Explore the Invisible Web

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 20:53:00 +0000

Did you know that most of the web is hidden from the regular search engines like Google or Bing? This part of the web is called the invisible web or the deep web, and it contains a lot of information that you might be interested in. For example, you can find academic databases, government records, social media profiles, and more. But how do you access the invisible web?

How to link your Android phone to your Windows PC

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 14:31:00 +0000

By linking and syncing your Android with Windows 11, you can intercept phone calls, text messages, and more on your PC.

Why Does Google Pay Apple Billions of Dollars Every Year

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 15:30:00 +0000

Why Does Google Pay Apple Billions of Dollars Every Year

Despite its massive popularity, Google has to pay Apple a hefty sum to stay on top of its competition.

How to Take Care of Your New Laptop

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 15:48:00 +0000

So, you just got your hands on a brand-new laptop. You're wondering how to maximize your return on the investment and keep it looking and running like new for as long as possible. Sounds about right? Here are 10 laptop care tips that will help make sure your computer stays in good shape, on the outside and inside, for years to come.

YouTube Pro User Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 15:40:00 +0000

YouTube has dramatically improved over the years as one of the biggest video platforms. And as the platform has continued to grow, it has been swamped with many features you might not be aware of yet.

15 Things You Can Do On Google Maps

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Sat, 05 Nov 2022 18:20:00 +0000

Google Maps has become one of the most-popular navigation app. It helps not only navigate users through unknown locales but is also a handy tool for daily travel for most. It helps gauge the traffic situation in any place, as well as ensures we are not lost in new places.

Amazon Drive is ending on December 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 15:07:00 +0000

Amazon Drive is ending on December 2023. This is what Amazon is advising Amazon Drive users to do.

Over the last 11 years, Amazon Drive has served as a secure cloud storage service for Amazon customers to back up their files. On December 31, 2023, we will no longer support Amazon Drive to more fully focus our efforts on photos and video storage with Amazon Photos. We will continue to provide customers the ability to safely back up, share, and organize photos and videos with Amazon Photos.

Amazon Drive Logo

As part of retiring Amazon Drive, on January 31, 2023, Amazon will no longer support uploading files on the Amazon Drive website. You will still be able to access and manage your files on Amazon Drive until December 31, 2023. Here are the steps you need to take: • Use Amazon Photos to access your photos and videos moving forward.

Your Amazon Drive photo and video files are available to you through Amazon Photos. To access your photos and videos, please sign in to the Amazon Photos website or download the Amazon Photos app for iOS or Android. o DO NOT DELETE your photo and video files from your Drive account if you would like to access them through Amazon Photos. While Amazon Drive and Amazon Photos are separate services, they access the same photo and video files so any photo or video deleted on Amazon Drive will no longer be available through Amazon Photos and will be permanently removed from Amazon after 30 days. •

Review and download your non-photo and non-video files from the Amazon Drive website by December 31, 2023. Step-by-step instructions for using Amazon Photos to manage your photo and video files, managing your storage plan, and resources for additional help managing your Amazon Drive files can be found on our FAQ page.

14 New Excel Text and Array Manipulation Functions

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:56:00 +0000

Microsoft has introduced 14 new Excel text and array manipulation functions that you can use in Office. These 14 new Excel functions are designed to help manipulate text and arrays,

Scan and Translate a Picture in Google Translate

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 15:56:00 +0000

With the Google Translate app, you can scan and translate pictures to and from any of Google’s supported languages. With a mobile device, you can scan something in real-time or pick an image from your gallery.

Latest Scams Doing The Rounds

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:20:00 +0000

You have to be forever vigilant with Scams, from dodgy emails to fake websites. They keep changing to try and trick you. You can stay one step ahead by learning about the latest scams and prevent fraud with this advice from Halifax Building Society.

Dangerous Android Apps To Delete From Your Phone

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 16:09:00 +0000

Avast have created a list of dangerous Apps on the Google Play Store that you should remove from your Device immediately.

According to Avast:

See What Your Internet Browser Shares About You

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 12:22:00 +0000

If you ever wondered what your Internet Browser shares about you then you maybe surprised. Some of the best Sites to test your Browsers security and what your Browser is leaking about you are:

3 Really Easy Ways To Make Your Own Tablet or Phone Stand

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:38:00 +0000

If you own an iPad, Kindle, Android tablet or smartphone and you don't want to splash out on a new stand, then these YouTube Video Tutorials will show you how to make a stand from stuff you have around your Home or Office. You can use these DIY stands to read, Video conference or watch a Movie.

23 of James Bond’s Most Memorable Gadgets

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 19:41:00 +0000

One of the greatest thing about James Bond is his Gadgets. Popular mechanics have created a list of 23 of Bond's most memorable gadgets.

Review of The All New 2021 Fire HD 10 tablet 10.1", 1080p Full HD, 32 GB, Black With Ads

noreply@blogger.com (Mick Gill) — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 14:06:00 +0000

I am a long time Android Fan and have only owned Android Phones and Tablets except for the odd iPod Touch..

Overall It's A Great Tablet. As I write this I've owned The 'All-new Fire HD 10 tablet | 10.1", 1080p Full HD, 32 GB, Black - with Ads' for a Day.