Recent content by Mutley359

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    How different can Chrome OS be on each device?

    Good point, thanks.
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    How different can Chrome OS be on each device?

    My workplace uses Microsoft Intune for BYOD, I want to buy a new Chromebook. My tests show that all Microsoft apps work on the Chromebooks I have tested with the exception of Edge and the Intune browser. They work on some. Edge loads but crashes on one, and is not comparable with others, I...
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    Apple Slips by 5 Years, why?

    From the very early days of the mobile phone, I pushed model after model, never really satisfied. Steve Jobs took to the stage and announced iPhone and the world changed. The promise that the iPhone would outperform other phones over the next five years was correct. After four years I tired...
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    hosts files

    on PCs I was able to identify and block applications from calling home by making enteries in the hosts file e.g. redirect X to 127.0.0.1. Is there a simple way to identify ports and IPs apps use and block off any unwanted traffic on Android?
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    Moto Z Camera App

    Hi Jerry I have the Moto Z and for the most part the photos taken by the main camera are OK for my needs but I struggle with the app. I find its time consuming to navigate and I like to use pro mode but can't fix that as default. What would you recommend as a replacement app and would a 3rd...
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    Why does everything Android appear to be better than a Sony device?

    Predictive text also sucks, not ducks! Sorry.
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    Why does everything Android appear to be better than a Sony device?

    That ducks for you guys. I have a Z2 Tablet which is so quick compared to the many other makes. I have no reason to upgrade to a Z4 as the Z2 with a Lenovo BT keyboard and BT mouse work so well but I would think a Z4 would compare well with the Pixel C. I bought a Z2 phone because it was cheap...
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    My old Windows phone used to speak messages aloud when in car mode, how can I get my S5 to do the same?

    Re: My old windows phone used to speak messages aloud when in car mode I have the same question but also an added issue. In my car I have a bluetooth radio but the BT module can't handle music, only voice, so I have an after market device with fm transmitter. This device pushes the music from...
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    Sony xperia z2 update to Android 6

    Hi, I have seen some news reports that say Sony will be putting 6 on the whole z range so fingers crossed. Sent from my SGP511 using Tapatalk
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    Lenovo Tab S8 GoogleNow

    I have just bought a Lenovo Tab S8 and while setting it up I noticed Google Now swipe from the Home key displayed the Goole button but didn't launch Now. I downgraded from the latest update and it started working. Did the upgrade again and it stopped working. I can use my voice to open Google...