Articles by Shubham Agarwal

Shubham Agarwal is a freelance technology journalist from Ahmedabad, India. His work has previously appeared in Business Insider, Fast Company, HuffPost, and more. You can reach out to him on Twitter.

Articles by: Shubham Agarwal

iPhone 13 mini vs iPhone 12 mini: which small iPhone should you buy?

By Shubham Agarwal published 15 January 22

The iPhone 13 mini brings a host of upgrades to Apple's smallest phone. Are they enough to justify its higher price or should you just pick up last year's iPhone 12 mini and save some cash?

8 Android 12 hidden features you should know about

By Shubham Agarwal published 8 January 22

Android 12 comes with a laundry list of new features, but most of them are buried deep in the settings. Here are the best Android 12 lesser-known features and how to use them.

I ran Windows 11 on an M1 Mac: Here’s my experience

By Shubham Agarwal published 23 December 21

Thanks to Parallels, you can now run Windows 11 in a window on an M1 Mac. In this review, we test its performance and features.

How to use iPhone 13 Pro’s macro photography mode on other iPhones

By Shubham Agarwal published 23 December 21

One of the headlining features of the iPhone 13 Pro is a new macro mode. We test an app that promises to recreate Apple’s special photography mode through software for older models.

How to customize the Windows 11 Start menu and taskbar

By Shubham Agarwal published 12 December 21

Windows 11 brings a new Start menu and taskbar design, but it’s not all good. Whether you miss the old look or want to get rid of some new additions, here's how to customize them.

How to make Windows 11 look and feel more like Windows 10

By Shubham Agarwal published 11 December 21

Windows 11 compromises several handy Windows 10’s features for a simpler design. With these hacks and third-party apps, you can roll back some of these changes.

How to theme your Android 12 phone with Material You

By Shubham Agarwal published 7 November 21

Android 12’s new Material You theme is set to work automatically but you can fine-tune it as your style. Here’s how to.

This radical new browser wants to take down Chrome — but will you pay to use it?

By Shubham Agarwal published 1 November 21

SigmaOS tackles modern web browser problems with fresh, bold ideas. Does it work?

Google says it's serious about phones again. Should you trust it?

By Shubham Agarwal published 24 October 21

Google’s hardware division has never been able to find a strong footing but with custom phone silicon, it’s hoping to change that. But there’s reason to be skeptical.

MacBook Pro 14 vs. Dell XPS 13: Which premium laptop should you buy

By Shubham Agarwal published 22 October 21

The MacBook Pro 14 has a powerful new chip and plenty of ports. But can it hold its ground against the trusty-ol’ Dell XPS 13?

Android 12 review: Google's mobile OS is a joy to use again thanks to Material You

By Shubham Agarwal published 19 October 21

Android’s 12th major update brings a fresh new design and a host of handy tools. Here’s what we think of it.

Universal clipboard: How to copy and paste text and files between your phone and laptop

By Shubham Agarwal published 17 October 21

Shared clipboards let you copy on one device and paste on another. Here’s how to set them up on Android, iPhone, Mac, and Windows PC

Can you use a Chromebook without Google Chrome? Best Chrome browser alternatives

By Shubham Agarwal published 11 October 21

Chrome OS offers more app choices than ever. Is that enough to replace Google Chrome on your Chromebook?

These live wallpapers help you manage your Android screen time

By Shubham Agarwal published 11 October 21

Can’t put your phone down? Try these live wallpaper apps that constantly remind you of your screen time.

How to group tabs on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge

By Shubham Agarwal published 10 October 21

Most browsers now let you organize your tabs into groups. Here’s how to do it on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.

5 iPhone apps you need to ramp up your online privacy

By Shubham Agarwal published 26 September 21

Your iPhone falls short against advanced online attacks. Use these free apps to protect your identity and data.

How to free up storage on a Chromebook

By Shubham Agarwal published 20 September 21

If your Chromebook doesn’t have enough local storage, here’s how you can expand and free it up.

The Nothing Ear 1 are the budget noise-canceling earbuds to beat

By Shubham Agarwal published 4 September 21

Editor's Choice

The Nothing Ear 1 offer just about everything you need in a pair of true wireless earbuds for $100. How well do they perform in real-life use?

How to get iCloud Plus' privacy features for free

By Shubham Agarwal published 30 August 21

These third-party alternatives let you replicate iCloud Plus’s privacy features for free on your iPhone and Mac.

Lenovo Tab P11 Pro review: More play, less work

By Shubham Agarwal published 29 August 21

Editor's Choice

In this mini review, we test Lenovo’s latest flagship Android tablet, the Tab P11 Pro. It has an impressive screen and speakers for entertainment but its productivity perks are a letdown.

What to do if your Chromebook is not booting up

By Shubham Agarwal published 22 August 21

Chromebook not booting up? These tips can save you a trip to the manufacturer’s service center

5 apps and tips to customize your iPhone

By Shubham Agarwal published 15 August 21

Apple’s iOS has a lot of restrictions but with the help of some apps, you can personalize a bunch of its visual elements to match your style.

How to use your Android phone as a PC webcam, mouse, or keyboard

By Shubham Agarwal published 15 August 21

You don’t need to spend hundreds of bucks to buy high-quality computer accessories. You can just use your Android phone instead.

macOS Monterey preview: Apple’s soft update lacks meaningful additions

By Shubham Agarwal published 9 August 21

MacOS Monterey's biggest changes are for Apple's in-house services and apps. Should you even bother to update this year?

How to breathe a new life into your aging MacBook

By Shubham Agarwal published 7 August 21

Apple’s new Mac models are surely tempting but with a few tips and apps, you can easily boost your existing macOS machine’s performance as well as battery life.

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