Digvijay Kumar-Author

Digvijay Kumar

Author

July, 2022
Post Graduation in Computer Science
Android, Internet, Entertainment
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About Digvijay Kumar

Digvijay is a Computer Science graduate with a deep passion for technology. His journey into tech writing began in 2018 with software and product reviews, and he’s been exploring the digital space ever since.

He joined MUO as a full-time writer in 2022, where he covers how-tos, explainers, and tech guides focused on Android, entertainment, and the internet.

Digvijay has previously contributed to several reputable publications, including Alphr, GuidingTech, TheWindowsClub, and MakeTechEasier.

Outside of writing, he enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures, as he believes new experiences spark creativity.

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I removed every ad from Windows 11 and it only took 6 steps

Turned off all built-in ads across Windows 11.

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Chrome stopped spying on my browsing after I turned off this hidden panel

The privacy control Chrome never highlights.

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These 6 One UI 8 settings are the first thing I change on every Samsung phone

I make these changes immediately on every One UI 8 device.

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These gesture tweaks made my Samsung phone way smoother to use

The gestures that made my phone feel faster.

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This Samsung “performance” feature might actually slow your phone down

Your phone may feel slower because of this hidden toggle.

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Google has a better photos app that only works offline

I found a Google gallery that doesn't use the cloud at all.

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I cut Windows 11 down to 2GB with this debloat tool

I tested a script that strips a Windows image to its essentials.

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One UI 8 adds a ton of features, but only these are worth your time

The update introduces significant enhancements throughout the system.

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I tried debloating Windows 11 and it came with 3 drawbacks I didn't expect

Debloating promised speed but delivered new headaches.

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Gmail stopped loading hidden trackers when I changed this one setting

I stopped invisible tracking pixels from loading with one Gmail change.

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The creepy targeted ads on my phone vanished after I changed one setting

Turn off this ID and ads stop following you.

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6 Samsung tricks that completely changed how I use my phone

Tiny tweaks; massive difference in daily use.

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My old Android was laggy until I toggled this setting

I thought I needed a new phone—this tweak saved it.

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This app turns my phone into a distraction‑free writing device

Turn your phone into the perfect place to write.

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I couldn’t sleep after these paranoia-fueled thrillers

Thrillers that left me restless and replaying every scene.

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I’m never using a Samsung phone without this app again

My secret to a better Samsung experience

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My middle mouse button was useless so I mapped it to run these useful shortcuts instead

I gave my middle button a job that saves clicks.

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I was ready to upgrade my phone, but this Samsung tweak saved me money

I almost upgraded before finding this fix.

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These privacy settings on my phone keep Big Tech from tracking me

It doesn't take much to make your Samsung device (or any Android device) much more secure and private.

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I refuse to buy a Copilot+ laptop until Windows fixes this

Copilot+ could have been my next laptop, but one flaw ruined the deal

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