Pixel Users are reporting false notification alerts! The devices from Silicon Valley are usually the go-to choices for users if they are looking for a clean stock usage experience with the fastest OS updates and the best-in-class camera. However, in spite of this long list of goodies, there are still a few issues that need addressing. Primary among them are overheating, excessive battery drainage, and frequent loss in network connectivity due to the poor modem [thanks Tensor]....

Prevent BSOD with Intel SST Driver and install Windows 11 2022 Update In this guide, we will show you the steps to prevent the BSOD and then install Windows 11 2022 update on a PC that has the Intel SST driver installed. Windows has recently rolled out its latest OS update for the masses, except for two groups of users- those who have a printer that uses the Microsoft IPP Class Driver/Universal Print Class Driver and the ones with an Intel SST audio driver....

Problem Parsing the JPEG Data in Adobe Photoshop: How to Fix In this guide, we will show you various methods to fix the “Could not complete your request because of a problem parsing the JPEG data” error in Adobe Photoshop. When it comes to raster graphics editor software, then there’s no denying the fact that the offering from Adobe is right there at the top. The ability to edit and compose raster images in multiple layers and support for masks, alpha compositing, and several color models are just some of its noteworthy features....

Proximity Sensor not working on Xiaomi/Redmi/Poco [Fixed] In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of the Proximity Sensor not working on Xiaomi/Redmi/Poco devices. A proximity sensor is able to detect the presence of nearby objects without any physical contact. If we talk about its usage in the smartphone, then one of its most common use case scenarios is when you place or pick up a call, the display will turn off straight away....

Quick Actions Create PDF as Individual Files on Mac In this guide, we will show you a nifty method through which you could create individual files using the Create PDF option in Quick Actions. The macOS beholds a slew of intriguing and useful features in its context menu. For example, you could rotate images, remove their background, convert it to any other format, or even create its PDF file. As far as the latter is concerned, you just need to select the desired number of images and then it will pack them into one PDF....

Recent Apps Button not working on Android 14 [Fixed] In this guide, we will show you a couple of nifty workarounds to fix the issue of the Recent Apps button not working on Pixel devices running Android 14. The fourteenth iteration of the OS has brought a slew of intriguing goodies to the fore. On the flip side though, some bugs have also managed to creep in, one among which is associated with navigation, which is negatively affecting the workflow of many users....

Restricted App Battery Usage not working on Pixel 7/Pro [Fix] In this guide, we will show you various methods to fix the issue of Restricted App Battery Usage not working on Pixel 7/Pro. Many Android devices, including Pixel, gives you more granular controls over how you want the app to function in the background and in turn manage its battery consumption behavior. By default, it is set to Optimized, which gives the app just the right amount of permission to function in the background and in turn, not let it drain the excessive battery....

Root Poco X3 NFC without TWRP using stock boot.img file In this tutorial, we will show you the steps to root your Poco X3 NFC device without TWRP Recovery using stock boot.img. We would be patching the stock boot.img file via Magisk and then flash it via Fastboot Commands. The latest addition to the Poco family has already created a buzz right since its announcement. And now that is available for the general public, one could only feel that the hype was justified....

Standby Mode “Never” Turn off not working for many One of the most eye-grabbing features with the release of the seventeenth iteration of the OS was the Standby Mode. For the unaware, this is a new Lock Screen mode that activates when your ‌iPhone‌ is charging and positioned in a landscape orientation. You could customize this mode and choose from numerous preset screens, including the likes of interactive widgets, photos from your gallery, and date & time....

Third-Party Launcher Might No Longer Work on Xiaomi Well, it seems Android is slowly but surely stepping into the walled gardens. First, it was Xiaomi making it extremely difficult to unlock the bootloader on its HyperOS devices. Samsung decided to take it a step ahead by removing the OEM Unlocking option altogether from One UI 8 . Now, OnePlus is closely following in its footsteps . While the fiasco surrounding this was yet to settle down, came the final nail in the coffin for sideloaded apps [again, all thanks to Google]....

TouchTunes app not working on rooted Android: How to Fix In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of the TouchTunes app not working on rooted Android devices. This app allows you to play your favorite music on the jukebox across numerous bars, restaurants, and local hot spots. You could create a personalized experience based on your play history and music preferences. Likewise, you could also queue up songs from a handpicked playlist or by syncing the music already on your phone....

Unbrick Poco F5 Pro/Redmi K60 Via Fastboot Commands In this guide, we will show you the steps to unbrick your Poco F5 Pro/Redmi K60 via Fastboot Commands. The Poco series has always been known ot be among the most active players in custom development. With around three custom recoveries [PitchBlack, OrangeFox , and TWRP ], the ability to easily gain administrative privileges via root, and the presence of a plethora of custom ROMs , well there’s not much left to ask....

Use Google Stadia controller with your PC Wirelessly In this guide, we will show you the steps to use the Google Stadia controller with your PC wirelessly. There is going to be yet another addition to Google Graveyard, this time around, it’s for its cloud gaming service. While it was initially launched with huge fanfare in 2019, the crack had begun to appear within a few months. While it did patch a few of them, however, it ultimately decided to bid adieu to its service in just over three years....

Use Microsoft Intune Company Portal in Rooted Android Device In this guide, we will show you the steps to use the Microsoft Intune Company Portal app on a rooted Android device. When it comes to managing corporate apps, data, and resources all under one roof, then it’s the offering from the Redmond giant that many organizations are usually inclined towards. Its Company Portal app provides both the students as well as the employees of an organization to access all those resources in a secure and streamlined manner....

Vibrate Mode icon missing in status bar in Pixel Android 12 [Fix] In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the missing vibrate mode icon in the status bar in Pixel devices running Android 12. To say that the latest iteration of the OS build had a dreadful start on the Pixel lineup would be a massive understatement. A plethora of bugs and issues have already plagued the entire user experience....

ViPER4Android DDC & Convolver “Folder is empty” Error [Fix] In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the ViPER4Android DDC & Convolver “Folder is empty” error. When it comes to audio mods, then there are quite a few noteworthy players in town, including the likes of JamesDSP and Wavelet. However, it goes without saying that Viper4Android is still the best in this domain. So much so, that many users prefer to root their phones only for this module nowadays....

WhatsApp call vibration not working: How to Fix In this guide, we will make you aware of a potential workaround to fix the issue of WhatsApp call vibration not working along the expected lines. When it comes to instant messaging services, then there’s hardly an iota of doubt that the offering from Meta is the best in this domain. However, as of late, it is giving out a tough time to many....

WhatsApp crashing when sending an image in iOS 16 [Fixed] In this guide, we will show you two different methods to fix the issue of WhatsApp crashing when sending an image in iOS 16. The sixteenth iteration of the OS has recently been rolled out by the Cupertino giant. With that, there is a slew of intriguing and noteworthy features that you are about to welcome. However, if you are part of their beta testing group, then you might have to “welcome” a few bugs as well....

Windows 11 Stuck on Preparing Automatic Repair [Fixed] In this guide, we will show you various methods to fix the issue of the Windows 11 PC being stuck on the Preparing Automatic Repair screen. Inspite of all the goodies and intriguing features that the OS has to offer, it isn’t free from its fair share of issues. These bugs could be of varied scale, ranging from apps not working along the expected lines to corrupt system files....

Wrong Date/Time on Photo taken by Google Camera on Pixel In this guide, we will make you aware of the reason and a probable fix as to why photos or videos taken by Google Camera on Pixel devices have the wrong date and time. Thanks to its impressive computational photography and under-the-hood software tweaks, the devices from the Silicon Valley giant beholds some of the best cameras that any smartphone has to offer....