5 creative ways to use NFC tags that feel like magic
…With the automation setup, all of this happens seamlessly with a simple tap, turning a multistep process into what almost feels like magic. I added another NFC tag to trigger a "meeting…
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I use these Gemini Scheduled actions to automate my week like a pro
…Related I used Gemini wrong for months, here's the setup that actually works Stop using Gemini like ChatGPT Creating a weekend meal plan By Friday night, the last thing I want…
I replaced the expensive Gemini AI Pro subscription with these local models, and my productivity didn't drop a bit
…For my setup, I rely on two specific versions that handle different parts of my life: the E2B for my mobile workflow and the 26B-A4B for the heavy lifting on my…
How to make your commute suck less with a few simple Android Auto hacks
…Related My ultimate Android Auto setup for a distraction-free drive The minimalist's guide to Android Auto Automatic activation Getting started automatically There's nothing worse than getting in the car…
I keep trying new note-taking apps, but I always end up coming back to Google Keep
Anu Joy Apr 17, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering…
I let Android Routines take over my morning, and I'm never going back to my phone's alarm app
…With the right setup, you can get creative, coordinating multiple smart speakers , lights, locks, cameras, and other smart devices to turn your entire home into an automated smart house. You can't…
I brought Windows Phone back to life on my phone, and it puts modern launchers to shame
Anu Joy May 28, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering…
I turned my old Android phone into a Wi-Fi extender and fixed the internet dead zone in my home
…In addition, you can tweak a few more settings to improve the setup. For example, you can turn off the option that disables the hotspot automatically when no device is connected. This…
5 underrated Android Auto features that make long trips not just bearable, but enjoyable
…This doesn’t happen automatically, because you’ll need to tweak the Android Auto settings to do it. To ensure Android Auto starts automatically, follow the steps below: Go to your phone…
I wanted to stop video backup in Google Photos, but it meant losing photo backup too
…Right now, my setup is a compromise. Videos go to a separate folder, and FolderSync handles most of the transfer. However, I still check occasionally. Photos back up automatically, which is what…