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Hack #1: Your Phone’s Camera is Smarter Than You Think 📸
We’ve all been there. You’re in a foreign country, staring at a sign that looks like hieroglyphics. Or maybe you’re trying to read a handwritten note from your doctor (seriously, why is their handwriting so bad?).
Well, your phone camera is your secret weapon. I didn’t realize this until a few months ago, but you can use your phone to scan and translate text instantly. And it’s not just about translation — you can copy text from images, identify plants, and even solve math problems.
🔧 How It Works:
On Android: Open Google Lens.
On iPhone: Use Live Text in the camera app.
I’ve used this trick at restaurants to translate menus, on the street to read signs, and even to digitize handwritten notes. It’s like having a personal assistant in your pocket.
💡 Bonus Hack:
If you ever find yourself wondering, “What kind of plant is this?”, just point your camera at it. Google Lens will tell you whether it’s a harmless houseplant or something that might kill you (hopefully not the latter).