Khamosh Pathak
Khamosh Pathak is a freelance tech journalist with over 13 years of experience writing online.
An accounting graduate, he turned his interest in writing and technology into a career. He holds a specialization in user experience design from ISDI Parsons in Mumbai, where he sought to deepen his understanding of UX, consumer devices, and interplay between software and technology.
Khamosh has written thousands of how-tos and guides on every major platform (iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows). He got started writing how-tos and guides for Guiding Tech, where he also published several e-books. His work has also been seen at MakeUseOf, How-To Geek, and PCMag. He is truly passionate about brewing good coffee.
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How to Stop Videos From Autoplaying All Over the Internet
Get rid of all the annoying autoplay videos on social media and random websites.
Avoid Unnecessary Distractions in iOS 15 With 'Notification Summary'
Create notification digests for apps that don't need your immediate attention.
Tell Your iPhone's Photo 'Memories' to Stop Reminding You of Stuff You'd Rather Forget
Because you might not be in the mood to relive that anniversary with your ex yet again.
How to Set Unique Text Sizes for Different Apps in iOS 15
Make an app's text size bigger or smaller, without affecting the OS defaults.
How to Install Beta Firmware on Your AirPods Pro (and Why You Should)
Try new AirPods Pro features before everyone else.
How to Edit Your 'Continue Watching' List on Every Major Streaming Service
You can clean up your "continue watching" list to keep only things you really want to watch.
7 Smarter Alternatives to Apple's MagSafe Battery Pack for iPhone 12
Forget Apple's MagSafe Battery Pack. Try these cheaper, more powerful alternatives.
Why You Shouldn't Buy Apple's MagSafe Battery Pack for iPhone 12
In the market for a good magnetic battery pack? This probably ain't it.
The Do's and Don'ts of Buying a Refurbished Laptop
You can save some cash by buying an almost-new laptop—if you do it right.
The Best Features in Firefox 90 Worth Knowing About
The Firefox 90 update is all about privacy and security.
You Can Make Instagram Less Addicting, If You Want
You don't have to quit the app altogether, but you can reduce all that mindless scrolling.
How to Hide Nudes, Personal Data, and Pictures of Your Ex on an iPhone or iPad
You can securely lock sensitive photos to keep you—or someone else—from stumbling upon them.
The Do's and Don'ts of Buying a Refurbished Smartphone
Buy a flagship phone on the cheap—without worrying about getting a dud.
How to Download YouTube Subtitles for Transcripts of Your Favorite Tutorials
Taking a YouTube course? Skip manually transcribing, and just download a transcript.
How to Disable Spotlight Search on Mac (and Replace It With Something Better)
Use third-party keyboard launchers to improve your productivity.
Is Audacity Really Spyware?
Audacity 3.0 will start collecting limited personal data for sharing with law enforcement and third parties.
Uninstall These Malicious Android Apps That Stole Facebook Passwords
The apps appeared to be fully functional but stole millions of passwords.
How to Install tvOS 15 Public Beta on Your Apple TV
You can install the new tvOS 15 features without waiting till the fall.
How to Install the macOS Monterey Public Beta
Try the Shortcuts app, Universal Control, and more, months in advance.