About Christian Cawley
Deputy Editor for Security, Linux, DIY, Programming, and Tech Explained, Christian has extensive experience in desktop and software support, and has been published in Computer Weekly, Linux Format, Tech Radar, ad ComputerActive.
Christian also produces MakeUseOf's weekly show, the Really Useful Podcast.
His current passions are his cigar box guitar, his retro gaming site (www.gamingretro.co.uk) and his family.
What Is Samsung DeX? Use It to Turn Your Phone Into a Computer
Did you know that modern Samsung phones have a desktop mode feature called DeX? Here's what it is and how to give it a try.
Samsung Embraces Right to Repair, Windows 11 Flatlines, Raspberry Pi Shortage Explained, and Clean Your Windows PC
The time is coming when you can repair your own phone, Windows 11 takeup slows, Raspberry Pi shortage explained, and more in our weekly podcast.
The 10 Best Drawing and Painting Apps for Android
Here are all the best painting apps for Android that let you draw, sketch, and create digital art on your phone or tablet.
7 Causes for a Raspberry Pi That Won't Boot (And How to Fix Them)
Raspberry Pi won't boot? New Raspberry Pi 4 not booting, with no red or green lights? Try these Raspberry Pi troubleshooting tips.
How to Write an ISO Image File to USB Flash With Etcher
Learn how to use Etcher to make your downloaded ISO image file bootable on USB or or SD flash media.
Ugoos UT8 PRO TV Box is Proof That Android TV Needs a Better User Interface
If you're looking for an Android TV box, the Ugoos UT8 PRO is a strong contender. But is it worth the hassle compared with an Amazon Fire TV box?
Bing Source Code Leak, Amazon Apps on Windows 11, Best Smartphone Cameras
Is the Bing source code leak important? Will the EU force Apple to enable sideloading on iPhone? And what is the best smartphone camera?
Chromecast Buffering and Stuttering? 7 Tips to Fix Choppy Streams
Do your Chromecast streams buffer and stutter? Try these tips and tricks to resolve Chromecast choppy playback.
The 5 Best Linux Gaming Distros in 2022
Gaming on Linux is getting better all the time. Here are five Linux gaming distros you should try, for current and retro gaming.
The Nokia XR20 is a Rugged Android 11 Phone Anyone Can Use
The Nokia XR20 5G is a mid-priced phone with a good camera, 5G mobile internet, and ruggedized exterior to protect from day-to-day damage.
Microsoft Store Survey, Virtual Beer in the Metaverse, and Fixing a Cracked Phone Screen
Learn about Microsoft's latest user survey and learn how to fix a cracked smartphone screen with our weekly tech podcast for technophobes.
Will the Cololight Hexagons Revive Your Living Space?
A striking combination of ornament and LED strip, the Cololight PRO Hexagons are easy to assemble, app-controlled and audio-reactive LED panels.
Missing NOOBS? Install Multiple Operating Systems on Your Raspberry Pi with PINN
Want to dual-boot or multi-boot your Raspberry Pi? This is how you do it with NOOBS alternative, PINN.
Reddit Slates ClipChamp, DuckDuckGo Annoys Users, Why You Should Use Word Online
We look at why ClipChamp is bad, why DuckDuckGo is annoying its users, and why you should use Word Online.
10 Things To Do After You Have Installed Ubuntu 21.10
Switching to Ubuntu from Windows should go as smoothly as possible. Here are the most important things to do after installing Ubuntu.
Want to Send Mail Online? DocuPost Is the Service You Need
Whether you are a business or an individual, if you want to send mail online, DocuPost is the answer.
6 Awesome Linux Media Center Distros for Your HTPC
Linux offers a superior HTPC than Windows. Want to build your own Linux home theater? Use one of these Linux media center distros.
How to Recover Your PC Using an Android Device
PC won't boot? No other computer available to make a recovery USB? Here's how to create a bootable USB in Android without a PC.
Cracked Your Screen? 8 Things to Do About a Broken Phone Screen
Got a broken phone screen? Here's how you can fix, continue using, or sell your phone despite the cracked screen.
Free Bitcoin, Microsoft Drops Russia, Switch to a Cellular iPad, and Answer Security Questions Wrong
You can now get free Bitcoin, but should you use a cellular iPad? This and other questions are answered in this week's podcast.