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How to fix auto-open bug of clock and Voice talk on Android

Yesterday my Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7000 started to automatically open the Voice talk application for no reason. I ignored it at first, but then it started to happen frequently – after a while it also...

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How to root an android device

If have anything to add or if you notice anything wrong or unclear, kindly leave a comment. I have always wanted to root my Android phone, because doing so offers significant advantages – it basically...

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how to use EncFS for file encryption on Windows, Ubuntu/Debian and Android

EncFS lets you easily encrypt your files. Perfect for use with cloud storage like Dropbox, hubic, google drive or others, as it encrypts single files and not a container. Windows Install Dokan 0.6:...

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OpenVPN how-to for Debian server and Windows, Android, Ubuntu Desktop,...

I used to choose PPTP over OpenVPN, because it is integrated in pretty much any OS, but it turns out OpenVPN can be easily set up and used, if you know how. Debian OpenVPN server Setting up an OpenVPN...

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How to use Unison for automated two-way file synchronization on Linux...

Unison is a great tool for two-way synchronization. However, it is a bit of a pain to use, because it is so basic. What I find extremely irritating is that it requires the same version on all clients...

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How to increase or decrease the volume on your Android device

On some Android phones the lowest volume is too loud for headphones, which makes listening to music impossible. This can be fixed in the “EngineerMode”. It can be accessed by typing the following code...

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Which cellular frequencies should your smartphone support?

You may be aware of the current boom of Chinese dropshipping companies like Gearbest, geekbuying, or aliexpress, providing the entire planet with dirt cheap smartphones. However, not all smartphones...

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How to bypass the contacts permission requirement for Whatsapp on Android

TL;DR: Use a CardDAV server, create a second address book and temporarily unlink your default address book, then synchronize it again. //UPDATE: You can also use the whatsapp API to start a new...

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How to unlock the bootloader of a Xiaomi phone

Xiaomi makes it extra difficult to unlock your phone. In short, you need to apply for permission, connect your account to your phone in the developer settings, then wait for 72 hours, then use the Mi...

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Jottacloud unlimited cloud storage review

I like to think of myself as a somewhat tech-savvy, well-informed person, but I had never heard of Jottacloud until recently. The company has apparently existed for about 10 years, is located in...

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