Tech Cracked Weekly

Tech Cracked Weekly

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  • Steam Deck, Asus Chromebook Flip CX5400, Foldable Phones & Wear OS News!

    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!


    In today's video we will be talking more about some upcoming devices. 


    These include the Steam Deck, Asus Chromebook Flip CX5400, Foldable Phones & Why You Should Wait To Buy A Smartwatch.


    The goal is to produce more videos like this so we can increase coverage of Google related hardware and software. 


    As always, I only feature products or services that I buy, use or am interested in. 


    This means the content is not sponsored, so if you could like, share, or subscribe, that's a free way to support us.


    Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”


    And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and YouTube channel by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!


    All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!


    W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮


    AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked


    PODCAST: 🎙️

    https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg


    YOUTUBE: 🎥 

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw


    SOCIAL:

    Instagram @Pixels_Cracked

    Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked


    I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL

    Google Pixel 5:

    https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4


    I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio:

    https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs


    I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go):

    https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E


    I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS:

    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk

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    19 min
  • Android: How To Improve Productivity & Sleep With Do Not Disturb (DND), Customize & Tips Tutorial!

    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!


    In today's video we will be talking more about Android optimization and increasing productivity by talking about Do Not Disturb and demonstrating how to use and customize it. 


    For this video we’ll be referring to Do Not Disturb as DND.


    DND is a customizable Android quick settings tile that allows you to limit or block app notifications, messages and phone calls for periods when you are trying to focus.


    For reference, I’m using the Pixel 5 running Android 11 and Nova Launcher.


    Depending on your phone, Android version and launcher, results may vary. 


    The goal is to produce more videos like this so we can increase coverage of Google related hardware and software. 


    As always, I only feature products or services that I buy, use or am interested in. 


    This means the content is not sponsored, so if you could like, share, or subscribe, that's a free way to support us.


    Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”


    And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and YouTube channel by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!


    All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!


    W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮


    AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked


    PODCAST: 🎙️

    https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg


    YOUTUBE: 🎥 

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw


    SOCIAL:

    Instagram @Pixels_Cracked

    Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked


    I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL

    Google Pixel 5:

    https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4


    I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio:

    https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs


    I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go):

    https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E


    I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS:

    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pixelscracked/support
    12 min
  • Android: How To Edit, Organize & Use Quick Settings & Access Phone Settings

    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!


    In today's video we will be talking more about Android optimization by demonstrating how to use, edit and organize quick settings tiles and access phone settings. 


    Quick settings are shortcuts to accomplishing basic tasks on your Android device quickly.


    When we say Android device, quick settings can be edited on Android tablets and smartphones. 


    Optimizing quick settings is important because it allows you to enable or disable the settings you use most. 


    For example, one of my favorite quick settings is Do Not Disturb or DND as I call it. 


    If you’re looking to focus and improve your productivity, DND is a must have quick setting. 


    When DND is enabled it blocks notifications from apps, messaging and phone. 


    DND is also customizable, which means we can configure what notifications are allowed and how long DND itself runs. 


    We’ll be talking more about DND in a future video as a tool to help you focus and boost your productivity. 


    For reference, I’m using the Pixel 5 running Android 11 with Nova Launcher which I did a tutorial about. 


    Depending on your phone, Android version and launcher, results may vary slightly. 


    For example, the pencil icon that you tap to edit the quick settings may be in a slightly different area on your Android device compared to mine.  


    The goal is to produce more videos like this so we can increase coverage of Google related hardware and software. 


    As always, I only feature products or services that I buy, use or am interested in. 


    This means the content is not sponsored, so if you could like, share, or subscribe, that's a free way to support us.


    Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”


    And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and YouTube channel by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!


    All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!


    W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮


    AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked


    PODCAST: 🎙️

    https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg


    YOUTUBE: 🎥 

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw


    SOCIAL:

    Instagram @Pixels_Cracked

    Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked


    I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL

    Google Pixel 5:

    https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4


    I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio:

    https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs


    I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go):

    https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E


    I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS:

    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pixelscracked/support
    7 min
  • Google Play Books: How To Create, Edit & Delete A Shelf & Sci-Fi Comic Recommendations!

    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!

    In today's video we will be talking Android & Chromebook optimization with Google Play Books by talking about how to create a Shelf.

    The goal is to produce more videos like this to increase coverage of Google related hardware and software.

    We also have some new Pixel devices coming out towards the end of the year, one of them possibly being the Pixel Fold which I’m most excited about.

    Covering Google related optimization seems to be the best way to lean into these future announcements.

    It’s also a fascinating way to dive more into Google’s hardware and software and share tips and tricks to upgrade your experiences.

    As always, I only feature products or services that I buy or I use.

    This means the content is not sponsored, so if you could like, share, or subscribe, that's a free way to support us.

    Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”

    And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and YouTube channel by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!

    All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!

    W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮

    AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked

    PODCAST: 🎙️

    https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg

    YOUTUBE: 🎥

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw

    SOCIAL:

    Instagram @Pixels_Cracked

    Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked

    I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL

    Google Pixel 5:

    https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4


    I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio:

    https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs

    I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go):

    https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E

    I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS:

    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pixelscracked/support
    6 min
  • Google Sheets: How To Track Financial Progress!
    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!  In today's video we will be doing a demonstration on how to track financial progress with Google Sheets.  Personally, I have tried several apps and never enjoyed them because they were too complicated and required accounts.   Tracking your financial data in a spreadsheet is easy to do and enjoyable to view as time progresses and you witness your finances change.   For this video I'll be showing you how to create a basic sheet, input data with sample accounts and add a graph.  This will serve as a basic financial progress tool which you can customize to your individual needs and taste.   For reference, I use Google Sheets on Chromebook and Android devices (Tablet & Smartphone) but it can be used on non-Google Products like Windows as well.  Google Sheets is available through an app or browser.   For this video I’ll be using the web version on my Pixelbook Go since it’s easier to work with on a computer.   The app version works great on Android devices though for on the go.   As always, I only feature products or services that I buy or I use.  This means the channel is not sponsored, making it more genuine.  Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”  And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and YouTube channel by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!  All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!  W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮  AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscra... PODCAST: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6I... YOUTUBE: 🎥  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQE... SOCIAL: Instagram @Pixels_Cracked Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked  I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL Google Pixel 5: https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4 I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio: https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go): https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp...
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    7 min
  • Fossil Gen 5E Sleep Tracking Tutorial, Results & Review (Wear OS)
    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!  In today's video we will be talking about the Fossil Gen 5E’s sleep tracking and doing a tutorial and review.   One of the reasons I love the Fossil Gen 5E is because it does a lot of things really well, including sleep tracking.   If you’re interested in the Fossil Gen 5E you can find it at the Amazon Storefront link in the description below.   As always, I only feature products or services I buy or would like to buy.  This gives the content more credibility and appeal because we feature items that interest me and change the way we live.   Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”  You can also support the podcast by downloading the anchor app and making a small monthly donation on that platform.   And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and channel on YouTube by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!  All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!  W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮  AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked PODCAST: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg YOUTUBE: 🎥  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw SOCIAL: Instagram @Pixels_Cracked Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked  I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL Google Pixel 5: https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4 I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio: https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go): https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk
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    7 min
  • Philips Norelco Multigroom 7000 & Storage Case Unboxing, Tutorial, Review & Grooming Tips

    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!  In today's video we will be unboxing, tutorial and review of the Norelco Multigroom 7000 Stainless Steel All In One Groomer & a Compatible 3rd party case.   You can find both of these items  at the Amazon Storefront link in the description below.   The Multigroom 7000 is a favorite of mine because of it’s affordable price, 5 hour runtime lithium ion battery and quick interchangeable heads for multigroom capability.  Maintenance is also minimal with all items being fully washable and requiring no blade oil.  All this creates a more effective and efficient self care routine.  The third party case, if it works really well, is a must have to keep all parts organized and ready for transport.   As always, I only feature products or services I buy or would like to buy.  This gives the content more credibility and appeal because we feature items that interest me and change the way we live.   Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”  You can also support the podcast by downloading the anchor app and making a monthly donation on that platform.   And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and channel on YouTube by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!  All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!  W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮  AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked PODCAST: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg YOUTUBE: 🎥  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw SOCIAL: Instagram @Pixels_Cracked Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked  I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL Google Pixel 5: https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4 I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio: https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go): https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk

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    16 min
  • Android: How To Fix Account Storage Full / Free Space On Google Drive

    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!  In today's video we will be talking about how to fix the Account Storage Full warning.  You can receive this warning at different storage intervals.   I actually received the Account Storage warning at 99% full storage when I tried to upload my music to Google Drive, and then received it at 50% full after I did some cleaning.   Google Drive gives you about 15GB of free storage, and more storage can be purchased if you choose to do so.   However, if you are looking to save money and don’t want to purchase additional space, freeing up space is recommended.  Freeing up space can be done on an Android device, but for this video I’ll be doing it from a computer since it’s easier in my opinion.   All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!  GOOGLE DRIVE LINK: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/my-drive W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮  AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked PODCAST: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg YOUTUBE: 🎥  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw SOCIAL: Instagram @Pixels_Cracked Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked  I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL Google Pixel 5: https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4 I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio: https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go): https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk

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    7 min
  • Chromebook Video Editing With PowerDirector: How To Add, Edit & Remove A Transition Effect
    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!  In today's video we will be doing a tutorial on how to add and remove a transition effect in PowerDirector for Chromebook which looks like this:   Chromebooks have come a long way, and the goal of videos like this is to demonstrate Chromebook performance potential to those considering buying one.   PowerDirector is a free app, with a premium version available, that has been available to Chromebook for a long time.   The app works very well and is constantly updated to address bugs and add exciting new features.   In fact, all the videos you see featured on my channel have all been edited using the PowerDirector app on either a Pixelbook or PixelbookGo.   You can find these devices at the Amazon Storefront link in the description below.   As always, I only feature products or services I buy or would like to buy.  This gives the content more credibility and appeal because we feature items that interest me and change the way we live.   Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”  You can also support the podcast by downloading the anchor app and making a monthly donation on that platform.   And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and channel on YouTube by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!  All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!  W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮  AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked PODCAST: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg YOUTUBE: 🎥  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw SOCIAL: Instagram @Pixels_Cracked Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked  I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL Google Pixel 5: https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4 I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio: https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go): https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk
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    12 min
  • How To Edit, Add & Delete Tiles On WearOS Smartwatch (Moto360 & Fossil Gen 5E)

    INTRO

    What is going on everyone? Leon checkin' in & we are at it again with another video!

    In today's video we will be doing a tutorial on how to edit, add & delete tiles on Wear OS.

    Tiles allow you to have more of the information you desire available for faster viewing.

    For reference, I’m using the Moto 360 & Fossil Gen 5E Smartwatch and it looks like this process is the same for both devices.

    It also looks like we had a recent update to WearOS which changed the appearance of the lock screen. What are your thoughts on this?

    You can find these watches at the Amazon Storefront link in the description below.

    As always, I only feature products or services I buy or would like to buy.

    This gives the content more credibility and appeal because we feature items that interest me and change the way we live.

    Don’t have time to watch the whole video? We are now a podcast you can find on multiple platforms by searching for “Pixels Cracked.”

    You can also support the podcast by downloading the anchor app and making a monthly donation on that platform.

    And if you are listening to this on a Podcast, you can find the more detailed video and channel on YouTube by searching for Pixels Cracked as well!

    All things said… Let's go ahead… And get into it!

    W∆TCH, L3∆RN, PL∆Y... TO6ETH3R! 📺📚🎮

    AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/pixelscracked

    PODCAST: 🎙️

    https://open.spotify.com/show/5U8pJ6ITz3YOsmeZSZsfmQ?si=GLDWk5ufRUuZSn8jPQ3Xmg

    YOUTUBE: 🎥

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSQEhKBdr86Wn6Zzfvwvvpw

    SOCIAL:

    Instagram @Pixels_Cracked

    Twitter: @Pixels_Cracked

    I Film My Videos With A Pixel 5 and a Pixel 4XL

    Google Pixel 5:

    https://youtu.be/tUYR0Wr7rm4


    I Use A HyperX Quadcast Microphone To Record My Audio:

    https://youtu.be/0c6a5Gj30rs

    I Edit My Videos On A Chromebook (Pixelbook Go):

    https://youtu.be/oM8sKcPbx7E

    I Edit My Videos With PowerDirector (Google Playstore) for ChromeOS:

    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpLyT9tGDqsP0Eot7rFbG_fqGmJbsprrk

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pixelscracked/support
    6 min

About Tech Cracked Weekly

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Tech Cracked Weekly is a podcast where we talk about technology, gaming, accessories, home, how technology is changing our lives and everything in between. Currently, content is first posted to YouTube and content that fits the Podcast format most is then shared here, that way you can listen on the go!