Internet down? 3 ways I use an old Android phone as a backup connection for my home router

I needed a way to connect my phone to my router, and have it work reliably. Turns out, I have 3 options (and I saved the best ...

How I turned my old Android phone into a Wi-Fi extender - and fixed dead spots at home

The process is free, easy to set up, and doesn't use mobile data while helping you avoid upgrading to a mesh network.

Have an old Android phone sitting around? Use it to boost your home Wi-Fi

First, connect the old phone to your home Wi-Fi network. Then open the phone’s settings and look for a feature called Mobile ...
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You'll Want This Android Feature Handy During A Home Internet Outage

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When our home's internet goes out, it can feel like our entire lives have come to a standstill. Since so much of what we do relies on having a ...
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These 5 open-source utilities should be on every Android phone

They're all must-have, beautiful tools that no one should miss out on ...
Android Authority

This Android setting solved the biggest issue with my mobile hotspots and router

It’s no secret that I love using mobile hotspots and my mobile router to connect multiple smartphones to a single data connection. I mostly do this for privacy, but it also gives me flexibility when I ...
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How To Control An Android Phone With Your PC

There are several ways to connect your Android phone with your PC, and some work better than others. For example, some methods allow you to read and respond to notifications but don't let you open or ...