Windows 10 Mobile
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On this page, you will find how-to guides and learn more about the Windows 10 Mobile’s capabilities. Extend the battery life, personalize your smartphone, and learn many other interesting things.
How to reset Windows apps from the Settings menu
January 14, 2017 | MichaelHow to fix problems with apps not working right
In Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile*, Microsoft allows you to quickly reset an app and delete its data, preferences and sign-in details without needing to uninstall and reinstall that … Read More
How to prevent AMOLED burn-in and image retention
January 12, 2017 | Windows Phone Area 1More about the big disadvantage of AMOLED – burn-in!
With industry shifting from LCD to AMOLED displays, and from hardware navigation buttons to software based, the negative effect on frequently displayed images may become an issue – some UI elements … Read More
How to change ‘Active Hours’ and install updates while not using the device
January 6, 2017 | DiyanAutomatically schedule restarts outside of active hours
As Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile automatically download and install cumulative updates, and you can’t prevent them from being installed, it’s a good idea to set ‘Active Hours’ so that your … Read More
How to download offline Maps in Windows 10
January 4, 2017 | Windows Phone AreaGet directions even without an Internet connection
In Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile you could use the ‘Maps’ app even without a connection to the Internet, get directions, explore specific areas in a country, and more. All you … Read More
How to Pause Updates on Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile
January 3, 2017 | DiyanCreators Update will allow you to temporarily pause cumulative updates
Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile both receive monthly cumulative updates with security patches, bug fixes and performance improvements. Right now, these cumulative updates are mandatory – you can’t … Read More
How to sync SMS with Skype between PC and Mobile
December 15, 2016 | Windows Phone AreaConnect Skype UWP across Windows 10 devices
Skype, the Universal Windows app for Windows 10, can replace your default SMS app on Mobile, and you can sync your SMS messages with the Windows 10 PC. To sync SMS across … Read More
How to show the language switch key in Windows 10 Mobile keyboard
December 10, 2016 | MichaelKeyboard Settings Tips for Windows 10 Mobile
By default, the keyboard in Windows 10 Mobile doesn’t include a language switch key, so you are switching between languages by swiping the space bar. This solution works well and is convenient … Read More
10 Tips to protect your Privacy in Windows 10 Mobile
December 7, 2016 | Windows Phone AreaHow to protect your privacy in Windows 10 Mobile
If you are worried about possible privacy problems in Windows 10 Mobile, here are some quick tips to better protect your personal life and data.
- Stop Notification pop-ups … Read More
How to add a Live Tile clock on the Start Screen
December 5, 2016 | DiyanPin Live Tiles with clocks without installing any app
There are many third-party clock apps for Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile, allowing you to pin a Live Tile with a clock on your Start Screen. However, most of … Read More
How to activate the FM radio on your Lumia 950
December 3, 2016 | MichaelYou can enable FM radio on Lumia 950
If you have an European version of the Lumia 950 you may have noticed that the FM radio is missing in the app list. Moreover, while Microsoft removed the built-in radio … Read More
How to remove quick action buttons from the Action Center
November 18, 2016 | Windows Phone AreaDisable unwanted quick action icons
If you want to disable some of the Quick Action buttons in the Action Center for Windows 10 Mobile and Windows 10, you can easily do that from the Settings menu.
Here is … Read More
How to pin websites to the Start and get rid of many apps
November 17, 2016 | MichaelUse the mobile website instead of the web-wrapper app
Microsoft Edge for Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile ships with a built-in option to pin websites to the Start so you can open them directly from the home screen. … Read More