Things you can't return to Amazon — Hidden apps on your phone
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May 21, 2023

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Amazon makes returns simple. You can even drop items off at certain stores or shipping companies. While there are limits, it's usually a painless process. There are some products that you can't return, however. Whether it's a time limit or the nature of the item itself, here are things you can't send back to Amazon.

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There are all kinds of hidden Easter eggs in your phone, from small but useful features to entire apps you'll never see on your home screen. I'll reveal the best hidden apps in your iPhone or Android, starting with one I use all the time: The secret magnifying glass that helps you read the smallest type without pulling out glasses.

 

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