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YouTube Tips And Tricks: How Can You Watch Age Restricted Videos On YouTube Mobile App, Desktop Version

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YouTube is the go-to platform for masses to stream free videos online. The Google-owned video watching platform has become more popular ever since the dedicated app for Android and iOS has been introduced. If you have been using YouTube, you must be aware that you can log in using a registered account to watch restricted videos; specifically, the age-restricted ones.

For the unaware, YouTube has a plethora of content/videos that might not be suitable for kids and are tagged ‘age restricted’. Such videos might have graphic content such as violence or nudity which can have a bad impact on the young audience.

But this pop-up (age-restricted video) message barring you from watching certain videos might have hampered your viewing experience on the YouTube app. Specifically, if you are an adult and yet are unable to watch the age-restricted videos. So, what can you do to remove this ‘age-restricted’ message from a YouTube video? The steps for the same are mentioned below:

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How To Play Age Restricted Videos On YouTube?

Step 1: Use an alternate email address. This is one of the easiest and safest ways to watch age-restricted videos on YouTube. You can log in to the YouTube app on your respective Android, iOS smartphones, and tablets or use the desktop version on laptops or PCs with an entirely new email address. YouTube will then let you stream age-restricted videos if the new email address used confirms your age to be above 18.

Step 2: Making some changes to the YouTube video URL also does the trick. However, this method will only work if you use the YouTube desktop version. As for the changes, you would need to replace the “watch?v” in the YouTube browser link with “embed/”.

Step 3: If the above method doesn’t work, you can also modify the YouTube video link by adding “NSFW” just before “youtube” in the browser link. Hit enter and you are good to go.

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Netflix Now Lets Users Play Three New Mobile Games On Android, iOS

Netflix is a well known OTT platform in India and across the world. The services offered by this platform are vast. This online platform is one of the biggest when it comes to hosting shows and movies. The company is offering services across mobile platform as well as desktop version. Netflix has been adding features across both Android and iOS smartphones and also the desktop version. The aim has been to grab more audience and provide an improved used experience.

Now, Netflix is planning to expand its platform’s services beyond video playback. The online streaming giant is adding new mobile games to its platforms that both Android and iOS users will be able to play on their respective devices. Netflix first announced mobile games on its platforms back in November last year. As many as five different games have been added to the OTT platform till now. Now, the company has announced three more mobile games for Netflix Android and iOS version.

New Netflix Mobile Games Announced

Netflix has added three new titles to the mobile game section. The company has now launched This Is A True Story, Shatter Remastered, and Into the Dead 2: Unleashed. All three new mobile games are made available for both Android and iOS users. Notably, users will be able to play latest Netflix mobile games on both smartphones and tablets.

It is worth adding that out of the three, two games are currently available for the masses to play via the Netflix app. Only the Shatter Remastered and This Is A True Story games are up and ready to play, while the Into the Dead 2: Unleased is yet to added to the mobile game section. Netflix hasn’t clearly mentioned when this third game will be available for all users. But, chances are it is released soon.

To recap, the Netflix mobile game section has five other games that were announced last year. Netflix had previously launched Starnger Things: 1984 (BonusXP), Stranger Things 3: The Game (BonusXP), Shotting Hoops (Frosty Pop), Card Blast (Amuzo & Rogue Games), and Teeter Up (Frosty Pop).

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Facebook Protect: Here’s How To Activate On Your Account

Facebook is blocking people who haven’t activated their accounts. Notably, a leading social media platform has sent an email titled Your account requires advanced security from Facebook Protect’ so that users can activate Facebook Protect in their accounts.

“As part of our ongoing improvements to security, we’re expanding Facebook Protect, a program designed for people that are likely to be highly targeted by malicious hackers, including human rights defenders, journalists, and government officials,” Facebook said.

This development comes after several users started complaining about the same. It is worth noting that Facebook has sent an email to all users whose accounts are under threat; however, users misunderstood the email and took it as spam. In fact, many users ignored the email and took it as phishing.

“These people are at the centre of critical communities for public debate. They enable democratic elections, hold governments and organizations accountable, and defend human rights around the world. Unfortunately this also means that they are highly targeted by bad actors,” the app added. But, if you are facing a similar issue, then you need to follow these steps to protect your account.

Steps To Protect Your Facebook Account

Step 1: First, you need to click on the downward-facing arrow at the corner of Facebook.
Step 2: Click on the Setting and Privacy, then you have to click on the Security and Login option.
Step 3: Now, you have to open Facebook Protect and tap get started.
Step 4: Then, on the welcome screen, you have to click on the next option.
Step 5: On the Facebook Protect benefits screen You have to click on the next option.
Step 6: After that, the company will check your account for all issues and suggest you make changes to protect your account.
Step 7: Tap on the Fix Now option and follow all instructions to protect your account.

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How Can You Change YouTube Channel Name Using Smartphone App, Desktop

Despite the onset of major OTT players such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Videos, DisneyPlus, and others, YouTube still is one of the go-to platforms for the masses across online video streaming.  The Google-owned video service is popular not just amongst the general users but also professional content creators. YouTube has seen a major surge in the user base in recent years and numerous new users have signed up on the platform as content creators.

We bet YouTube is one of your favorite past times if you are a content creator; specifically, a budding one, you would have at least one channel under your name. You can create a YouTube channel easily from the official website or the Android and iOS mobile app. Editing your channel profile is a handy provision that YouTube offers.

Selecting the right user’s name for a channel could be a task since this is one of the factors that decide the popularity of a channel. But what if you have created a channel and want to rename it later on when it has started attracting an audience? Well, that’s quite easy if you have your smartphone handy or even a laptop or PC. So, how can you change your YouTube channel name using Android, iOS smartphones, and also Windows/ macOS laptops and PCs?

How To Change YouTube Channel Name Using Smartphones And Laptops?

Before you proceed with the steps to change the YouTube channel name, you would need to log into that specific YouTube studio account to get started.

Step 1: Once you have logged into the desired YouTube studio account click on the profile picture option.

Step 2: After you click on the profile picture option, you will see multiple options including the “Channel”. Tap on it.

Step 3: Enter the new channel name.

Step 4: Hit on the “Save” option and your channel will be renamed to the new one.

Notably, the aforementioned steps are to be performed on smartphones. You can also change the YouTube channel using the desktop version.

Step 1: Open any web browser and open the YouTube website.

Step 2: Log into the YouTube studio account and click on the menu option placed on the left.

Step 3: You would now need to click on the customization option.

Step 4: Tap on the “Basic info” option and then select the “Edit” tab.

Step 5: Select the “channel name” option and enter the new name.

Step 6: Lastly, select the “Publish” option to rename your YouTube channel.

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Escobar Android Malware Steals Crucial User Details; How To Stay Protected?

Google’s Android OS is a massive platform for mobile apps. The search giant has created a dedicated space from where you can download numerous apps for different tasks called the Play Store. Despite several security checks, malware and viruses often make their way to the Google Play Store disguised as authentic apps.  Joker Malware has been one of the most notorious malware that has been infecting Android devices for a long. But now another such dangerous malware called Escobar is targeting Android users. Below are the details:

Escobar Malware: What Is It?

The latest Android malware targeting users across 18 different countries has been reported by BleepingComputers. As per the report, Escobar isn’t entirely new spyware, rather it’s an older trojan virus with a new name. This is primarily a banking trojan virus that targets Android users and steals their confidential details.

The Escobar trojan virus was earlier infecting Android devices as Aberebot malware. However, along with the new name, the malware is also said to have grown stronger. The advanced Escobar malware now collects crucial user information including SMS, call logs, notifications, and Google Authentication codes.

This malware getting access to the Google Authentication codes is definitely a concerning situation for the users as it allows them to get a hold of the users’ private details. Notably, the aforementioned user details that is collected by the banking trojan are uploaded to a C2 server. Currently, the exact source or the country of origin of the Escobar malware remains unspecified.

The only available information is that this new Google malware has targeted users in 18 countries by far. As many as 190 different financial institutions have been impacted by the latest malware.

How Can You Stay Protected?

Google does keep a constant check on such viruses and malware disguised as real apps. The company also takes strict measures to keep the Play Store protected and also timely removes these threats from its platform. But if you want to stay protected from such apps, one of the best ways is to download authentic antivirus applications on your respective Android devices.

Also, try not to download any random third-party app. If in case you wish to try a new app, make sure you have checked its star ratings and also user reviews. Only go ahead with the installation once you are sure the app isn’t fake or is offering a good user experience.

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Telegram Latest Update Brings Much Awaited Semi-Transparent UI On Android; Other Features To Check Out

WhatsApp might be the most popular instant messaging platform across Android and iOS platforms, but it still has some strong contenders. Telegram is one of such applications that offers a similar safe platform for texting like WhatsApp and is loaded with features that enhance the messaging experience. Telegram has also been upgrading its platform by adding new features and enhancing the overall security on its platform.

Telegram generally adds the same set of features to both Android and iOS platforms. However, Telegram’s iOS version had one feature exclusive to it until now. We are speaking of the semi-transparent user interface which has been only available for iOS users and not Android. But that changes with the latest update which brings this much-awaited skin on the Telegram Android version. The latest update for Telegram also adds a few other features to the instant messaging platform.

Telegram Latest Updates Brings Much Awaited Feature On Android

The latest update released by Telegram has finally added the semi-transparent user interface for its Android app. This feature was available for iOS users all this while and its primary function is to fade out the headers to add a semi-transparent visual. Just for reference, this feature was released for iOS users last year only and has finally made its way to the Android platform.

In addition to the semi-transparent UI, Telegram has added and released a new version of the Download Manager. This improved feature will now allow users to send large-sized files to any contact. A new download icon will pop up on the search bar using which users will be able to control the downloading.

Telegram has also released a new attachment menu for its platform. This feature will make it easy for users to share media files including images, audio, and video files. Additionally, the login flow’s design has also been refreshed for easy operability. Telegram has released the stable version of the new update and all the aforementioned features are being rolled out along with it. You can check for the update manually if in case you haven’t received any notification for the same.

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Country Change Setting On Amazon Application: Here’s How To Do It?

In case if you are looking for ways to buy products internationally, then Amazon is the right platform for you. Yes, you heard it right as an e-commerce platform has recently added a shortcut option to the app and website so that users can shop from other countries, where the platform is available.

For the unaware, the services were launched in 2018 and allow you to buy all products like Electronics, Books, Clothing, Shoes, Toys, and much more.

“Customers have been asking for a way to easily find and shop only for products available to be shipped to them. The International Shopping experience solves this customer need and makes it simple to browse, shop and ship more than 45 million products to over a hundred countries around the world, ” the company said while launching the services.

“The International Shopping experience displays clear pricing, shipping costs, and import duty estimates, with Amazon coordinating with courier services for customs clearance on behalf of the customer so there are no surprises at the time of purchase or delivery,” the company added.

However, to access the services you should know some steps. So, in order to help you to buy products internationally, we are listing some steps.

Step 1: First, you need to open the Amazon shopping app and click on the menu icon at the left corner.

Step 2: After that, you’ll see the setting option with the flag of the country, you have chosen. Then, you need to click on the Change Country option.

Step 3: Then, you’ll see the entire list of countries where you can shop. You just need to select the region and language.

Step 4: After that, a new window will appear along with the message. Now, tap on the continue option in the box and this will redirect you to the country page that you are looking for.

Step 5: You are allowed to purchase a product from the Amazon page in the selected country. Now, you can see the product list that you are allowed to purchase from the same country.

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WhatsApp Web Gets Enahced Security With This New Feature

WhatsApp is one of the go-to apps for instant messaging across Android and iOS platforms. However, it also is quite popular amongst desktop users. Thanks to end-to-end encryption, this app is one of the safest platforms for exchanging texts and media files with any contacts. The Facebook-owned messaging platform has been consistently upgrading the messaging experience by adding new features to both its mobile and desktop version.

Besides adding new features and tools, WhatsApp has is also rapidly working on further improving the security aspects. The company has even added end-to-end encryption to the cloud servers that store the user data. This time, the company has added yet another security layer to the WhatsApp web version. What is this new feature which WhatsApp has released for the web version and how can you use it? Let’s find out:

WhatsApp Web New Security Feature: What Is It? How To Use?

WhatsApp has now released a new feature for the web version which is known as ‘Code Verify’. This is a new extension that will be available for all web browsers including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox. The function of this new feature is to verify the security code’s authenticity while logging into the web version.

The ‘Code Verify’ feature will essentially make sure that a user’s privacy is intact and the login process isn’t compromised anyhow. WhatsApp has teamed up with Cloudfare to develop this new security extension and release it on a larger scale for the audience.

As per the company, there has been a massive surge in the user base in the desktop version This is one of the prime reasons the company decided to bring an additional security layer for the web version. Using the WhatsApp Web’s new “Code Verify” feature is also simple. You would just need to add the extension to the web browser that you use for WhatsApp web. The remaining procedure would be handled on the server level.

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WhatsApp Chatbot Gets More Useful With This New Feature

WhatsApp is amongst those few names that come first when we speak of a fully-loaded instant messaging application for Android as well iOS mobile platforms. The Meta-owned messaging service is also available for desktop users across and offers the same secure platform for laptop users as well.

The company has introduced numerous new features for both WhatsApp mobile as well as desktop versions in recent times. However, the brand isn’t slowing down and is rapidly upgrading its platform with user-friendly tools and services.

For the Indian audience, the company introduced a dedicated chatbot that helped the masses with COVID-19 vaccination slot reservation and downloading certificates. However, this feature is now being expanded making it more resourceful for the masses. The company is working to make this chatbot a one-stop-destination for the masses to download government-issued certificates and documents in the country. Below are the details:

WhatsApp Chatbot To Allow Additional Download Options

The WhatsApp chatbot which was announced last year is now said to offer additional download options besides just COVID-19 certificated. The chatbot will now let users download all important official documents from a single window.

The certificates which the WhatsApp chatbot will let you download in the future include a driving license, PAN card, and even income tax certifications. This feature is currently under the testing phase and the pilot project has already commenced.

While it is not yet revealed when exactly the new chatbot feature will be up and running is not revealed, the rumor mill suggests it to be fully functional within the next few weeks. The chatbot will let the users save and access the official documents in the DigiLocker app. Users can then show the documents at required times to the government officials.

We might see some additional features added to the WhatsApp chatbot in India in the future. But how exactly the company plans to expand the services of chatbot remains to be seen. We will keep you posted with the remaining updates on the same. Till then, you can follow the GizNext Tech Enthusiast Telegram group and GizNext Tech Enthusiast WhatsApp group for more latest tech updates.

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How Can You Upload Instagram Stories In High-Quality

Key Highlights

  • Upload high-quality Instagram Stories posts without any quality loss
  • This is an easy and fast process that doesn’t require any third-party tools

Instagram is getting a fair share of recognition amongst content creators across the globe. In fact, this is one of those platforms that has popularized the concept of social media influencers in the online space. But Instagram also has to offer a plethora of activities for the general masses as well.

Apart from posting pictures and videos in the home feed, the Instagram story feature is what the audience is hooked to. You get the provision to highlight any of your favorite videos, or picture and even promote your newly created Reel video.

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You just need to add the required content from the device gallery for the Instagram status update. The app also lets you enhance the posts by adding music, filters, and more. While uploading an Instagram status post is a simple task, quality deterioration in this process is a common issue.

You might experience this issue despite recording a high-resolution video that you might be trying to upload from your mobile gallery. So, what can you do in such scenarios? Are there any modifications that you can make to your Instagram profile to upload high-resolution statuses? Below are the methods:

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How To Upload Instagram Status Without Compromising Quality?

Step 1: Launch the Instagram application on your respective devices and log into your profile.

Step 2: Next, you will need to click on the menu option (hamburger tab).

Step 3: Now, tap on the Settings option.

Step 4: From the next window, click on the “Account” tab.

Step 5: In the next step, you will need to tap on the “Cellular Data Usage”.

Step 6: You now need to toggle off the “Data Saver” option.

This is the primary modification in the settings menu that you need to make in order to upload high-resolution content be it images or videos on Instagram status. This is due to the fact the Data Saver option compresses an image or video file before an upload so that less internet data is exhausted during the process.

Apart from this, you can also change the resolution settings of an image or video in the camera app. Selecting 60fps video settings will do the trick. Do note that by Instagram Status we are referring to stories here.

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Instagram has been updating the Stories features as well similar to other tools and options on the photo-sharing app. Instagram has now made it possible for users to upload longer-duration stories. Now, you can share or upload up to 60 seconds of videos as stories on Instagram instead of the older 30-seconds format. You can read the steps to upload longer-duration Instagram stories here.

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