Passwords! They are these strange virtual keys, which are important to keep your systems secure. However, it has a deep, really deep, down side. If you forget your password, be ready to be locked out of your system until you get it rebooted, or miraculously remember your password again!

But we aren’t here to scare you, we are here to help you out! Therefore, today’s hack is a demo to recover your password, if you get locked out of your Windows 8 or Windows 8.1. Here’s how you can do it:

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How to connect an external hard drive to Android tablet, Apple iPad

Ironically, with the increasing technology put in the latest smartphones and tablets, the storage capacity of these devices is going down. The finite internal storage tends to limit the user to freely use a device. However, today’s hack is a way out of this problem.

The hack of the day is trick to connect an external hard drive to an Android tablet. Wouldn’t that be convenient? You can just connect the hard disk to your tablet, save all the heavy files to it, watch movies and videos, and let your tab breath the free space! Watch the video below to learn:

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How to create a multi Windows USB installer

The hack of the day is a gift for all our techie readers. Today’s video is a demo on how you can create a multi Windows USB installer. You need not worry about carrying different disks or USBs for different Windows, today’s hack shows how you can use a single USB flash drive to install whichever version of Windows you need.

Watch the video for clarity and demonstration:

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How to connect a PS3 controller to your Android smartphone

This simple hack will show you how you can connect your USB PS3 gaming controller to your Android smartphone so that you can get better control of your games. The trick is not actually a hack, but a feature of Android, where you can connect a USB controller, be it a mouse or keyboard, using the USB OTG feature. All you need is to use a USB OTG cable or connector and plug in your keyboard or PS3 controller. The Android device will detect the controller and automatically use it for the game. Do note, if your Android smartphone / tablet does not feature USB OTG support, then this will not work for you. The feature depends on the chipset and the Android version. Check with your Android smartphone/tablet manual for more information.

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How to make a waterproof smartphone case:

It's monsoon and saving your smartphone from water is mandatory these days. If water seeps down into your phone, you may not be able to use your handset for a couple of days. As the saying goes- 'Prevention is better than cure', it's better to use a waterproof cover for your existing smartphone or buying a waterproof handset may just relieve you from the task of taking utmost care of your smartphone

Watch these videos to learn how to make waterproof smartphone case at home:

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Seven handy tool hacks

Here are seven tool hacks that are handy if you are a DIY or workshop oriented person. There are times when you have a project or are tweaking something and tools are the most important things you need. In the short video below, KipKay shows you how you can use the tools to their best and also a few hacks for using other articles alongside the tools to work safely and efficiently.

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Make yourself an earphone holder-cum-keychain:

All you music lovers, you alone know the importance of earphones. Even though your earphones may offer the best sound quality, it still runs the risk of getting tangled or stop working completely.

Keeping it safe in a case can help you escape from the danger of tangled earphone wires. You can turn an old mint container into the perfect storage solution. It's the perfect size, doesn't cost a thing, and can be easily attached to a purse, gym bag, etc.

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Charge your smartphone quickly:

None of us can deny the fact that browsing the Internet, chatting continuously via social messaging apps and playing games drains down the battery of your smartphone to zero.

There are times when you forget to charge your smartphone, which in a way turns your day into a difficult start. Besides carrying a portable charger or solar charger, charging your handset within few seconds can help you use your handset throughout the day.

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How to make a selfie stick

The ever-increasing craze for clicking selfie photos has encouraged smartphone companies to launch devices with high-resolution front-facing camera. This has also resulted in the introduction of selfie apps and numerous gadgets to capture perfect sellfies.

The selfie stick is one such device, which is most wanted by ‘selfie’ fans. Instead of spending a huge amount of money on selfie stick, why not try making one at home!

The below given video will help you make a simple selfie stick:

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How to make a mini power sander at home

A power sander is basically used for shaping and smoothening wood and other rough surfaces. There are different types of power sanders such as belt sanders, orbital finishing sanders, and random-orbit sanders.

You can easily make a mini power sander out of an electric toothbrush. Making a mini power sander can help you to smoothen each and every corner of wood or any other material. All you need is an electric toothbrush, Scissors, plastic, hot glue or any adhesive and a self-stick sandpaper.

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How to make water glow in the dark

Today’s hack is not a tricky tech technique. It’s just a simple quick mix hack! However, it is super interesting and entertaining. The hack for the day shows how you can make fluorescent water at home. You can use this glowing water in parties and it would sure look rad!

Watch the video below to hack the tiny trick:

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How to repair broken headphones

All you music lovers, you alone know the importance of headphones. Even though your headphones may offer the best sound quality, it still runs the risk of getting tangled or stop working completely. However, you can repair your headphones with the help of some tools. Watch the video to know how to fix your broken headphones.

Watch: How to repair your headphones

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How to play PS2 games on chromebook

The Play Station games have their own charm! And the PS2 console too has its heavy charm on the pockets too. However, today’s hack is a tutorial on how you can emulate the PS 2 games on a chromebook. Wouldn’t that be fun?

Watch the video to know how:

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How to make a mini missile launcher at home

Wake the techie in you and go for this! Today’s hack shows you how you can make a mini missile launcher at home. All you need are a few things that are either already there in your house, or you can easily by them from a store next door.

So brace yourself and learn how to make a mini missile launcher at home!

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Google Now command tricks for Android smartphones

We understand that many of you are still getting used the Google Now feature in your smartphone. You are proud that your smartphone has a virtual personal assistant and it can perform so many functions just at a command, but in reality you barely ever use it. However, today’s hack demonstrated how you can use the personal assistant feature on your Android smartphone for little things.

Here are a few Google Now command tricks that can really come in handy!

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How to get iOS 7 on an Android smartphone

Are you one of the people who love Android but want an iOS too? We think we can help you. Of course, buying another phone and using the two simultaneously is one option, but it’s an expensive idea. However, what we have in mind could be done for free.

The hack for the day show you how you could install iOS 7 on your Android smartphone. Watch the video to learn the trick!

( Source : deccan chronicle )

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