Cameron Summerson
Contributing since January, 2014
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About Cameron Summerson
Cameron Summerson is a die-hard Android fan, Chicago Bulls fanatic, metalhead, and cyclist. When he's not pounding keys here at HTG, you can find him spending time with his wife and kids, spinning legs on the bike, chugging away on the 6-string, or being disappointed in the Bulls.
Latest Articles
How to Get Free Movie Rentals and Other Rewards from Your Chromecast or Google Home
Google has done a good job making a name for itself in the hardware game, and I'm not talking about the Pixel phones here---I'm talking about Chromecast and Google Home.
How to Run Linux Apps on a Chromebook Without Opening a Full Linux Window
If you're looking to get a little more versatility out of your Chromebook, installing Crouton to get a full Linux desktop is a great way to do it.
How to View Notifications You've Dismissed on Android
Android's notification system is arguably one of its strongest features, but it can also be annoying if you accidentally dismiss those notifications.
How to Control Your Roku with Google Home's Voice Assistant
If you're a Google Home user, you probably love the idea of controlling as many things as possible in your house with just your voice.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Chromebook
Chromebooks are fantastic little devices---they're simple enough for nearly anyone to use, and often come in at prices a fraction of Windows laptops or MacBooks.
How to Disable Chrome's New Ad Blocker (On Certain Sites or All Sites)
Google Chrome now has a built-in ad blocker, designed to get rid of the ads that are intrusive or otherwise annoying, but allow ads from sites that follow specific guidelines.
What Is a Phone "Port-Out" Scam, and How Can I Protect Myself?
You'd be forgiven if you've never heard of a phone "port-out" scam, because up until recently it wasn't really a widely talked about issue.
How to Add Live TV to the NVIDIA SHIELD with an HD Antenna
It's not much of a secret that you can get free TV by using an antenna to pull in nearby signals.
How to Pair Multiple Android Wear Watches to a Single Phone
When it comes to "regular" wristwatches, a lot of people have different watches for different activities.
Check the Play Store's Settings for Freebies You May Have Forgotten About
Google likes to give away free things to people who use its products---free books, free movies, free music, and a lot more.
How to Connect to a VPN on a Chromebook
While not necessary for everyone, VPNs can be a crucial tool for online safety---especially if you use public Wi-Fi a lot.
How to Sync Your Contacts Between All Your Devices: iPhone, Android, and the Web
How many times have you seen a Facebook post from a friend asking for numbers because they got a new phone and lost their contacts? Here's how you can completely avoid new phone, who dis?---regardless of whether you use Android or iOS (or both).
How Does Android Know a Wi-Fi Network Is Fast or Slow Before I Connect?
Google recently introduced a new feature into Android 8.
What Is Google Play Services, and Why Is It Draining My Battery?
If you've ever taken a look into your Android device's battery settings screen, you've probably seen "Google Play Services" listed here.
The Best Way to Cast Movies from Android or iPhone to Your TV
Smartphones have become a sort of catch-all for our digital media collections, and it's not uncommon to have a couple of movies tucked way for those times when you have nothing better to do.
How to Spot (and Avoid) Fake Android Apps in the Play Store
Fake Android apps in the Play Store are a problem.
How to Buy and Listen to Google Play's New Audiobooks
Reading is cool, but we live in busy times and not everyone has time to sit back with a book---and even if you do, you may not have enough time to finish said book in a reasonable amount of time.
How to Opt Out of Targeted Ads Around the Web
You've spend some time researching a product on your phone, then you open your laptop and find ads for that product plastered all over the place.
How to Run Windows Software on a Chromebook
Chromebooks don't normally run Windows software---that's the best and worst thing about them.