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MORE smartphones have started receiving an important Android update from Samsung. The tech firm is rolling out some crucial security repairs this month. Samsung regularly pushes out new software to address any recently discovered flaws or stability issues. So don’t expect any fancy features to arrive with this latest update. Instead, it addresses 50 security […]

Samsung rolls out important free Galaxy upgrade to more phones with a ‘crucial security update’ – see the full list

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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Google’s Pixel 9 series is here, and it packs several welcome improvements and updates. One of the most notable changes is the refreshed design that ditches the camera bar for a large oval-shaped camera island. The Pixel 9, the base flagship in the lineup, has many of its own upgrades, such as a brighter and bigger display, a new Tensor G4 chip, more RAM, a bigger battery, and a new ultra-wide shooter.

Best Google Pixel 9 cases in 2024

The latest Pixel Camera update adds an option to enable Astrophotography mode manually. You can set the Astrophotography mode duration to as long as four minutes. Sideload the latest Pixel Camera release to get access to manual Astrophotography mode right away. Google's Pixel Camera app strikes a great balance between...

You can finally enable Astrophotography mode manually on your Pixel phone

Google has a new foldable to offer, its second-gen one. This one is notably different than the Pixel Fold, the company’s very first foldable smartphone. Not only is it more powerful, but Google changed up the design quite a bit, including the device’s aspect ratio. It feels completely different to use. We’ll compare the two smartphones in this article, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Google Pixel Fold.

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

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Where in the world did the time go? It's somehow mid-August already, and that means it's time to talk about back-to-school promotions. After a long summer, students everywhere will be returning to their studies over the next several weeks, and with that comes the annual hunt for the best deals on tech essentials. Whether it’s a new Chromebook for homework or a smartphone to stay connected, the right tech can help set you up for success.

10 back-to-school deals that are actually worth your money

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We’ve heard a lot about what to expect from Android 15, but some of the changes coming to the next big Android overhaul will be exclusive to Google’s Pixel phones. For those with Samsung handsets, One UI 7 is the update you’ll want to get excited about, more than Android 15 itself.One UI 7 is set to be the next big update to Samsung phones, and it’s expected to incorporate Android 15, but with various Samsung-specific tweaks. And thanks to a new leak, we now have a very good idea of what to expect from One UI 7.Reliable leaker @UniverseIce...

Here’s a full list of ways in which One UI 7 could change your Samsung Galaxy phone

Open the Contacts app or visit contacts.google.com. Select Trash (web) or Fix & manage > Trash (app). On Samsung, another way to find deleted numbers is in Settings > Battery and device care > Storage > Contacts. When you see the contact, tap it and then choose Recover. This article...

How to Find Deleted Phone Numbers on Android

The days of having to spend big money to get a capable smartphone are long gone and you can get a lot of phone for not a lot of money these days. The Samsung Galaxy A15 is a great example of a budget smartphone with impressive features, and it's our favorite phone under $200. But right now it's even more of a bargain thanks to a Walmart discount that slashes the price all the way down to just $149.

Grab This Bargain Samsung Galaxy A15 5G Phone for Its Best-Ever Price

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’

WhatsApp's new username feature aims to protect user privacy by allowing unique handles instead of phone numbers. The latest beta suggests users might soon be able to add a PIN to their username for extra security, preventing unwanted messages. These features aren’t available yet and there's no release date for...

WhatsApp is thinking about adding usernames with PINs to stop spammers

The Nothing Phone 2 is a breath of fresh air in the Android smartphone world. Its transparent back and the unique Glyph LED interface create a striking visual identity. In an ideal world, you'd flaunt this design without any obstruction. However, as with any modern smartphone, the Nothing Phone 2 isn’t immune to everyday wear and tear. From accidental drops to scratches and scuffs, protecting your investment is crucial.

Best Nothing Phone 2 cases in 2024

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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

New Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 phones are here -- and if you order one now on Samsung's website, you'll get up to $1,200 off with an eligible trade-in, plus a free storage upgrade to the 512GB option (worth $240). Buying a device on Samsung.com will...

Save up to $1,200 on new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 phones. Here's how

There’s no denying that AI is the trendy thing right now, so it’s only natural that a lot of products are attempting to take advantage of the hype. While many are smoke and mirrors, it’s good to see a few of them making good with real technology that improves their products. Zhiyun is one of the top smartphone gimbal makers out there, and the company recently released a minor refresh to their Smooth 5S, but this time with support for a clever little AI module that completely changes the game — for certain situations.

Zhiyun’s Smooth 5S AI is a game-changing gimbal for solo shoots

A respected tech insider has just leaked a stack of Android phone designs for the next year.

Stacks of next-gen Android phone designs just got leaked

After months of teasers and countless leaks, the Google Pixel 9 series was finally unveiled this week. The new flagship lineup from Google includes four models: the standard Pixel 9, a new foldable called the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and two Pro variants, the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL.

4 reasons you should buy the smaller Google Pixel 9 Pro over Pixel 9 Pro XL

For the first time ever, Amazon is offering a brand new 9th gen (2021) Apple iPad 10.2" Wi-Fi 64GB tablet for only $199. That's 40% off the $329 list price and the lowest price we've seen. This is the most affordable iPad model you can get brand new with warranty. Right now you would have to pay an extra $120 to upgrade to the 10th gen Apple iPad; it's a better model but not necessarily worth the premium.

You Can Get a Brand New Apple iPad for Only $199

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The Google Pixel 9 lets you transfer data from an old phone whenever you want

There's always a certain amount of excitement when it comes to buying a new phone. And while we'd love to just dive in to experience all...

The Google Pixel 9 lets you transfer data from an old phone whenever you want

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