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Samsung is set to issue an 'early' security upgrade earlier that patches a "critical" cyber flaw that has been exploited by hackers. The vulnerability is such a risk that the US government raised red flags about it last month among federal staff. The August 2024 security patch fixes a “critical”...

Millions of Samsung phone owners to receive ‘early’ upgrade next month after Google finds ‘critical’ Android threat

Google has a post up on its security blog that is half advertisement and half PSA-style announcement for Android users: go into your settings and turn off the "Allow 2G" toggle. This option, added in Android 12 back in 2021, does exactly what it sounds like: it turns off support for 2G cellular networking. Why would you want to do that? Because attackers are using the insecure 2G protocol to spoof phone numbers and send SMS spam.

Google Sounds Urgent Warning To Kill This Setting On Your Android Phone

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The beta launch of Samsung's One UI 7, based on Android 15, could be just days away – and new leaks have given us some idea about the sort of design changes that might be coming to the interface of your Galaxy phone.This sneak peek comes courtesy of Smartprix, and follows on from previous leaks around a change to the interface that might take a few pointers from iOS 18. It seems that some pretty significant interface changes are in the pipeline.We're going to get a whole new set of icons, apparently, with gradients and shadows to create more of...

Your Samsung Galaxy phone is about to look very different – thanks to One UI 7

We'd be sad to see it go, if we ever remembered using it. The in-app Messages YouTube player was introduced back in October 2022. Google’s latest Messages beta reflects the removal of the YouTube PiP player. Google giveth, and Google taketh away. Back in 2022, Google had prepared a...

Google Messages drops YouTube PiP support (APK teardown)

Google isn’t planning on hitting the breaks on Gemini anytime soon. After first teasing a number of new extensions during Google I/O 2024, a recent APK teardown from Android Authority has revealed a ton of unannounced, useful new features from Gemini that are soon coming to your Android phone. Gemini is expected to get a variety of new extensions that will allow integration into Google services like Keep, Tasks, and Calendar.

Google Gemini is about to get a lot more useful on your Android phone

CYBERSECURITY experts have uncovered a mobile spyware application targeting Android smartphones. The malware hides itself on the home screen and operates stealthily in the background, managing to “steal” confidential data and monitor user activity. The rise of smartphones has also led to a rise in hackers, who, in turn, create apps designed to steal sensitive […]

Terrifying Android ‘spy app’ hides itself on your phone and records screen as experts reveal list of rules to stay safe

9to5Google and Android Central point out that after Google announced its new Pixel 9 lineup with the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, its store listing for the original foldable Pixel phone went away. However, Android Central has heard from Google that it will return after the Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s launch,...

The original Pixel Fold has disappeared from the Google Store, but it’s coming back.

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

SAMSUNG is introducing tough new measures to prevent people from downloading dangerous apps - but not everyone is keen on the idea. The tech giant is preparing a free upgrade for Galaxy smartphones with a number of new features. Samsung's brand new Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6 will...

Samsung blocks phones from installing certain apps in latest shake-up and users say it’s ‘another annoying hindrance’

A SAMSUNG security update that fixes nearly 60 cyber flaws has been rolled out to even more Android devices. It is now available on 20 Galaxy phones, and several tablets. The July 2024 security patch, dubbed One UI 6.1.1, several backdoor routes that hackers can use to steal people’s data. It fixes 58 vulnerabilities, including […]

Samsung reveals latest Android phone to receive free upgrade this month – see full list of eligible handsets

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

The YouTube team is testing a UI tweak that’s somewhat reminiscent of iOS. The company is integrating a blurred bottom bar in the YouTube app for Android so it better integrates with the feed as you scroll. They’re also redesigning some of the buttons on the bar. Currently,...

YouTube may get a blurred bottom bar on Android soon

The Google Pixel 9 series is here. For the most part, it looks like it’s going to be a great handset, but we have some bad news. It appears that the Pixel 9 will not be shipping with the latest version of Android installed. This means that it will ship with Android 14 instead of Android 15.

Pixel 9 will be the first Pixel phone to ship without the latest version of Android

USB debugging in Android isn't just for developers - it can be used to recover data and control your phone from a computer. Remember to keep USB debugging enabled to access files or control your phone even if the screen is broken. Be cautious - enabling USB debugging can allow...

Why You Should Keep USB Debugging Enabled on Your Android Phone

Google launched four new Pixel 9 smartphones quite recently. Amongst them are two ‘Pro’ non-foldable smartphones which we are here to compare, the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL. Google actually opted not to cut corners on the smaller flagship this time around. These two smartphones are basically on the same level. The larger model does have a larger display, though, and thus a larger battery too. It does not have any specific advantages over the smaller variant, though, so you can get the size that suits you.

Phone Comparisons: Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

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Motorola has an excellent lineup of budget phones that don't have a complicated UI. These phones are great for the minimalist user who only wants an everyday smartphone. Still, Motorola phones are subject to bloatware apps you may not need on your phone. These apps take up storage space or slow it down. This guide reviews all the unnecessary apps you can safely delete on your Moto G Stylus 5G.

All the apps you can safely uninstall on your Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)

The Chipolo One Point and Card point are available for preorder starting at $28. It's highly accurate, robust, and integrates well into the Google ecosystem. But it's only splashproof and the card version has a non-user-replaceable battery. AirTags are one of those things that have set the Apple ecosystem apart...

These are the AirTags that Android users have been waiting for

Tom's Guide

Apple has a chance at hitting it out of the park with the iPhone 16 lineup by looking at what Google has done with the Pixel 9 lineup. Here's how.

7 things iPhone 16 could learn from the Pixel 9

Thermometer's update adds presets, new measurement UI. Even after ignoring the hardware at the Pixel 9 launch, Google’s got a new Pixel Thermometer update incoming. Presets will let you quickly take measurements of frequently encountered objects. A new measurement UI adds a camera view and a handy distance guide.

Google is giving the Pixel Thermometer app some long-overdue attention

The US government is urging federal employees who use Samsung Galaxy devices to update their devices as soon as possible. Apparently, there are a couple of bugs that could allow potential attackers to access private data that would normally not be accessible. In June, Google listed a vulnerability in Pixel...

US government urging to update Galaxy phones due to vulnerability

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Does the Pixel Watch 3 work with non-Google phones?

Yes, but you might require a Google smartphone to make the most of it, though. The third generation of Google’s smartwatch line is here. The Pixel...

Does the Pixel Watch 3 work with non-Google phones?

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