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Nothing is gearing up for its first smartphone launch this year which might be dubbed Nothing Phone (1). The rumor mill has been giving insights on the upcoming Android phone by the London-based startup founded by Carl Pei. Nothing already has hosted an event for its upcoming smartphone where the brand revealed a few details. Nothing has revealed its first smartphone will offer a near-stock Android experience which is one of the biggest highlights expected from the upcoming phone.

During the event, Nothing also revealed users will get to experience the Nothing OS launcher even before the handset goes official across the globe. Its expected availability was due in April 2022 which is now being processed in a phased manner across all the markets. The Nothing Launcher has been made available for the audience so that they can have an experience beforehand. This is one of the brand’s strategies to bring a maximum number of users on board.

The company has currently released the beta version of the Nothing Launcher for Android users all across the globe. The dedicated launcher for Nothing Phone (1) and all upcoming Nothing series phones can be downloaded from the Google Play Store on Android smartphones. But what are the steps to download and use the Nothing Launcher on any Android smartphone? Is the Nothing Launcher compatible with all Android smartphones from different brands? Details are as follows:

Nothing Launcher Android: Are All Android Phones Compatible With Nothing Launcher (Beta Build)?

The Nothing Launcher is now available for download via Google Play Store on all Android phones. This launcher is currently available in its beta build. The stable version will be introduced alongside the first Nothing smartphone, i.e, the Nothing Phone (1). While the launcher is available for download at the Google Play Store, it isn’t compatible with all Android smartphones.

The Nothing Launcher is currently supported on a handful of premium Android phones, including the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 5. The beta version of the Nothing Launcher is also supported on the high-end Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Galaxy S22 series.

You might get a compatibility error if you try and install the Nothing Launcher beta build using Google Play Store on any other Android phone apart from the aforementioned models. The brand has assured more devices will be added to the compatibility list but hasn’t confirmed which devices are next in the pipeline.

Nevertheless, multiple Android users have reportedly successfully installed and used the Nothing Launcher (beta) via APK file. You can give this a try if in case you don’t own a Pixel or Samsung Galaxy S series model mentioned above.

How To Install And Use Nothing Launcher On Any Android Smartphone?

Step 1: Open Google Play Store and search Nothing Launcher by Nothing Technology Limited.

Step 2: Click on ‘Install’. Make sure you have toggled on the “trusted source” settings on your handset.

Step 3: Once the app is installed, you can try out the features.

Now, if you don’t own any of the above-listed Pixel series or Samsung Galaxy S series models, you can download the APK file separately via the web to use the Nothing Launcher.

Step 1: Open any web browser and go to the Google homepage.

Step 2: Type in Nothing Launcher APK file download and hit enter.

Step 3: You’ll get multiple links offering free APK files for the Nothing Launcher. If you have been using any specific website to download third-party Android apps APK, use it to download the Nothing Launcher APK.

Step 4: Complete the remaining setup process to use the Nothing Launcher on any brand’s Android smartphone.

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YouTube has come a long way in the last decade. It is one of the biggest online platforms that host user-generated as well professional videos. Its popularity has been at its peak ever since the brand monetized the platform allowing content creators to earn money. Google has been improving the payment services on its platform and is frequently working on new ways to help content creators generate more money.

The Super Thanks is one of those features that YouTube has been testing. Introduced last year, the YouTube Super Thanks feature has been available in the beta version until now. But the company has now expanded this option to multiple countries (up to 68) following which all eligible content creators will be able to access via the YouTube Partner Program. What exactly is the YouTube Super Thanks feature and how can you make use of this feature to earn money? Read on to know:

What Is YouTube Super Thanks?

The YouTube Super Thanks is a dedicated service for YouTube content creators that lets them earn money as donations from their subscribers. This option isn’t readily activated on the platform. You will have to perform some manual steps to enable the Super Thanks option for your YouTube channel. If in case you own a YouTube channel and wish to activate this feature, you need to follow the steps listed below:

Step 1: Open YouTube and login into your official YouTube Studio account. You will need to download the YouTube Studio app separately from Google Play Store or Apple App Store to complete this process.

Step 2: Now go to the “Menu” option which is placed on the top left corner of the YouTube app/website’s home screen.

Step 3: You will need to select the “Monetization” option.

Step 4: Scroll down to the Supers option. You might need to setup this option first. You will get the steps to do the same on your screen.

Step 5: You will now be able to locate the “Super Thanks” option. Toggle it on and you are all set.

It is worth adding that the Super Thanks feature is currently available in limited markets. This option has been rolled out to 68 countries as of now. Therefore, not all YouTube content creators will have an access to this feature. If in case, you see the Super Thanks feature missing from your YouTube Studio app, chances are Google is yet to bring this option to your region. You will be able to activate the Super Thanks option on YouTube once it’s rolled out to your country.

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Back in 2021, Google started working on a new app to help the audience to transfer data from iOS devices to Android. The company has finally released the stable version of the “Switch To Android” app for iPhone users. The latest app by Google will allow iPhone users to easily transfer content from their old iPhones to new Android smartphones. How can you download and use the latest “Switch To Android” app to move your data from your old iPhone to a new Android device? Below are the steps:

Switch To Android App Makes It Hassle-Free To Transfer Data From iPhones To Android

Google has officially released the stable version of the “Switch To Android” application. The dedicated app for data transfers between iOS to Android ecosystem has been now added to Apple’s App Store. With the availability of this new app, iPhone users will now get the option to transfer all the necessary data from their old iPhones wireless to their new Android phones.

This is one of the most useful apps that will simplify the migration process between iOS and Android phones and tablets. It is worth mentioning that Apple already has a similar application available on its platform that lets Android users easily transfer data from old Android phones to iOS devices.

Google might be slightly delayed with bringing the stable version of this app to the Apple App Store, but finally is catering to the audience’s high demand for this app. With this app available, users will be able to transfer all the data wirelessly from one device to another. Earlier, this process required one to use any third-party app or wired connection with laptops or PCs to copy-paste content.

How To Transfer Data From iOS to Android Using ‘Switch to Android’ App

Step 1: You will need to download the Switch to Android app on your respective devices to begin with the data transfer process. Open the App Store and do the same.

Step 2: Once the installation is complete, follow the on-screen steps to move the data from iOS to Android devices.

Step 3: Since the entire process is completed using Wi-Fi, make sure you have an active Wi-Fi connection that can be accessed on both devices. The pairing process will be initiated on the required devices using a QR code scan.

Step 4: Make sure you have cleaned your older device if you plan to switch to the new Android phone entirely and not use the older device going forward. This will make sure your data doesn’t land in the wrong hands if anyhow the privacy is compromised.

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Instagram is used by millions of Android and iOS users across the globe. The photo-sharing application has become a favorite destination for content creators since its venture in the social media space. The Meta-owned social media application has been getting a fair share of updates for new features and services that further enhances the user experience on its platform. Over the years, Instagram has improved the content sharing on its platform.

Instagram’s Direct Messaging option has also been upgraded multiple times with new features. Even the privacy factors have been improved with Instagram messaging and the overall platform’s services. But despite all measures, you might at times have to delete some content that might have been shared by any of your Instagram contacts or the ones that you have saved on your Instagram profile.

Are there any ways to restore old chats or deleted Instagram content? Well, you will be relieved to know that Instagram does offer the provision to download deleted content from its platform. If you want to know the steps, take a look below:

Steps To Restore Deleted Instagram Content And Chats

It is worth mentioning that you can only restore old deleted Instagram content including images, videos, reels, and IGTV videos. There is no direct way to restore old deleted chats. For that, you need to keep a backup of the chat. Also, the aforementioned Instagram content doesn’t get permanently deleted. They are moved to the ‘Recently Deleted’ folder from where you can restore the required data. To do so, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Open the Instagram mobile application on your Android or iOS devices. You can also perform these steps on the Instagram desktop version. Make sure you are logged into your profile to proceed with the data restore.

Step 2: Go to your profile and click on the menu option (three horizontal lines) placed on the top left corner.

Step 3: Now, click on the “Your activity” option.

Step 4: Scroll down to the “Recently deleted” menu. Tap on it.

Step 5: You now need to select the image, video, or other profile posts that you would want to restore.

Step 6: From the more option (positioned on the top right), select “Restore”.

Step 7: Once you complete the aforementioned step, the data will be restored to your Instagram profile.

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Our modern-day lifestyle has gone all digital and it’s not communication but other daily tasks as well for which we rely on online services. Buying goods has made payments also has been simplified with the availability of digital payments apps such as Paytm, GPay, and PhonePe. Even WhatsApp which is a popular instant messaging application has started offering services for online payments.

While this feature is quite handy for general users, cybercriminals are finding out loopholes to scam the masses. WhatsApp users have been the target of several such scams where they have lost money and even crucial personal information despite the high level of security. Now, WhatsApp users are being targeted by online scammers once again. What is the latest WhatsApp scam and what can you do to stay safe? Let’s find out:

New WhatsApp QR Code Scam: What Is It?

In the latest WhatsApp QR code scam, WhatsApp users are being shared QR codes for payments via cybercriminals and fraudsters using which money is wiped out using the customer’s bank account. Users are generally being targeted at online marketplaces where the payments are made online.

In some cases, these fraudsters also lure in a customer by offering them some form of scheme or additional discount offer on any product that they can avail of later after making the payment.  The unaware user is then sent a fake QR code that deducts money from the user’s account itself.

How Can You Stay Protected From WhatsApp QR Code And Other Scam?

These scams are prevalent across major online marketplaces such as OLX and Quickr. If you are frequent with such online platforms, you must be aware that you are given bank details for money transfer to the seller. In some cases, you are also given a QR code so that you can send money. But if you are selling your own good, you will not be required to send any QR codes for payments.

If you are out in the marketplace to sell any of your products and the buyer is instead sending you a WQR code on WhatsApp instead of asking for one, this is a trick to rob you of your hard-earned money. In such cases, you must decline the request without thinking twice.

Also, whenever you are buying or selling goods at the online marketplace, do not share any crucial personal information, specifically bank OTPs with unknown or random users. Do not accept any QR code request on any of your digital wallet apps.

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WhatsApp has been serving millions of users across the globe and in India with its instant messaging application for Android and iOS devices. Not just the end-to-end encryption, but the availability of numerous features and tools for enhanced messaging experience makes WhatsApp popular amongst all users. Lately, the company has been integrating additional services to its instant messaging platforms such as UPI payments and chatbots so that users can make the most of it.

WhatsApp Payments is the service that we are speaking of. The company released this UPI-based feature in India back in 2020. Similar to other existing digital wallet apps such as Paytm, GPay, and PhonePe, WhatsApp also allows users to complete UPI transactions. Besides sending or receiving money, WhatsApp Payments also lets users check their bank account balance.

Now, most of us are frequent with using WhatsApp for our day-to-day communication. There are situations where you might want to check your bank account balance in midst of any chat.   WhatsApp Payment’s balance check feature comes in handy then. But are you aware of the ways to check your bank account balance using WhatsApp Payments? This step-by-step guide article will help you with the same.

How Can You Check Bank Account Balance On WhatsApp Using WhatsApp Payments?

It is worth adding that to initiate the process to check the bank account balance using WhatsApp, you need to set up your WhatsApp Payments profile. Once you have completed your WhatsApp Payments registrations by adding up your bank account and UPI details, you will be able to check the account balance.

Step 1: Launch the WhatsApp app on your respective Android or iOS devices.

Step 2: Go to the menu option and scroll down to the Payments tab. Click on it.

Step 3: Complete the WhatsApp payments setup by adding bank details and verifying your registered mobile number with the bank account.

Step 4: Once your WhatsApp Payments profile is complete, go back and select the back account whose balance you want to check.

Step 5: Select the “View account balance” option.

Step 6: Enter the UPI privacy PIN that you have set up while creating the WhatsApp Payment UPI account. Click on Ok. Your bank account balance will be displayed on the WhatsApp screen.

As mentioned above, WhatsApp Payments also lets you transfer or receive money from contacts without using another third-party digital wallet app. The steps are easy to perform. You just have to open the WhatsApp app on your smartphone and from the menu option, you need to select the Payments option to complete any transactions.

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