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

Your Android phone's web browser picks up a lot of files, images and data from the websites that you visit, and a lot of that does not need to be on your phone. Whether you're using Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Samsung Internet, this data stored in your cookies and cache can be helpful in some cases. It's what lets you quickly load websites you frequently access and keeps you logged into accounts you have. That's nice, but there's plenty of information in the cookies and cache of your browser that isn't necessary and could even be a privacy risk.

Your Android Phone's Web Browser Has Junk Files You Can Delete Now

When receiving a digital document that needs your signature, you can easily take care of that using your phone. Whether you use an iPhone or an Android phone, both include built-in options for adding a quick signature, saving a new copy and sending it off to whomever you need. While...

How to Sign Documents With Your iPhone or Android Phone

After two years of silence about its AI developments, Apple finally shared its latest projects with the public at its annual developer conference, WWDC, in June. At the event, Apple unveiled various features that will significantly impact your device experience -- but only if you have one of the newest iPhone models.

iOS 18.1 update: Every iPhone model that will support Apple's new AI features (for now)

Google just announced a new weather app, exclusively for its newly announced line of Pixel devices. The app uses generative AI to quickly summarize weather reports. It’s also fully customizable, so you can prioritize the information that matters to you the most. The new Pixel Weather app, available in...

Google Finally Made a Weather App for Android

It's likely you have a list of apps you can't live without, like Facebook, WhatsApp, or Instagram. But what about apps you rarely even use? You may want to free up space by deleting them, but there are some you should always keep on your phone. 1 Hold On to...

Don't Delete These Apps, Even if You Never Use Them

If you need to keep an eye on the most important parts of your home, a new home security camera or video doorbell is the perfect solution. You can install a wireless model like the Google Nest Cam just about anywhere -- but that doesn't mean you should. Putting one of these popular devices in the wrong place will cause nothing but trouble, and it's not always obvious which spots are the worst.

Make Sure You Don't Install Your Home Security Cam in These 7 Spots

You may be eligible for a $2,500 cash settlement payout if you've used the Cash App mobile payment service to send or receive money in the last six years. A proposed class action lawsuit settlement for $15 million claims Cash App and its parent company, Block, failed to take proper care to prevent unauthorized access to user accounts.

Cash App Customers Are Eligible for a $2,500 Payout. Submit a Settlement Claim Online

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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

Taking a screenshot on your Android phone is a quick and easy way to save what’s on your screen. Whether you want to remember a recipe, show a friend an error message, or keep a record of something important, knowing how to take a screenshot is very useful. This guide will walk you through the different methods to capture your screen on various Android devices, edit and share your screenshots, and even troubleshoot common issues.

How To Screenshot On Android

Have you ever wished you could send secret messages with your phone? It turns out you can do just that without resorting to a shady third-party app. If you have an iPhone, head straight to the built-in Notes app and get ready to pull off top secret chats with any of your contacts.

You Can Use Your iPhone Notes App to Send Secret Messages

Hurricanes, tropical storms and even severe thunderstorms can lead to power outages. You know the drill. (But if you don't, here's our guide to preparing for power outages.) Hopefully, you'll have planned ahead and made sure your electronics and portable chargers were charged. You'll then unplug any unnecessary appliances or...

How to get internet access even when a storm knocks out power (and Wi-Fi) at home

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’

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Apple is rumored to offer Wi-Fi 7 on the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max, making Wi-Fi better on these phones than the base models.

iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max just tipped for huge Wi-Fi upgrade — but not the iPhone 16

When nature calls, you'd better answer it. Sometimes, that means running to the bathroom and doing your business at the first sign of trouble. Unfortunately, that can sometimes end up in a bit of a sticky situation for you: a clogged toilet. It can happen anywhere -- a gas station, your partner's parents' house or even the doctor's office. And wouldn't you know it, it always happens when there's no plunger to be found. What do you do?

Clear a Clogged Toilet Without a Plunger Using These Household Hacks

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Wi-Fi connectivity issues with iPhones are common and frustrating, especially if you have opted for an iOS beta update. Whether it's a short-term disconnection or a complete inability to connect, these issues can disrupt your workflow and productivity. There could be various reasons why your iPhone keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi. If there are too many devices connected to the router, it can lead to a drop in connection to your iPhone. Similarly, physical obstructions between the router and iPhone, as well as interference from other electronic devices, can lead to Wi-Fi disconnections.

iPhone Keeps Disconnecting From Wi-Fi? Here Is How To Fix It

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

Want to boost your eye health? You may already be eating some of the best foods for healthy eyes, including carrots, broccoli and salmon. It's an absolute priority if you plan on protecting your eye health. However, sticking to a balanced diet with the essential vitamins and nutrients your eyes need can be challenging. That's why you may ask yourself: What supplements and vitamins are good for the eyes?

These Are the Vitamins and Supplements To Boost Your Eye Health

Was your personal information stolen as part of the National Public Data leak? In a statement this week, National Public Data said the "data security incident" may have exposed names, email addresses, phone numbers, Social Security numbers, and mailing addresses the company stored on its servers. A reported 2.9 billion records of people were stolen in the breach.

Was Your Social Security Number Stolen in the National Public Data Breach? What You Can Do

Fiber internet is, by far, the fastest internet connection your money can buy. I spent my first few weeks writing about home internet trying to figure out what exactly fiber internet is. It didn’t take me long to discover that fiber speeds vastly outpace the likes of cable, 5G fixed wireless, satellite internet and the middling speeds of DSL. Fiber is also one of the most popular internet service connections among customers across the country. So if people who buy fiber are happy with the internet service why don’t we just recommend fiber-optic internet to everyone? Why bother with other internet connection types?

What Is Fiber Internet Anyway? Everything I Learned About Fiber-Optic Internet My First Month Writing for CNET

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Don't Get Lost Without Internet: Download Google Maps Offline

Picture this: you're driving somewhere you've never driven before, relying on Google Maps to navigate. Suddenly your internet stops working, and you can't get any reception....

Don't Get Lost Without Internet: Download Google Maps Offline

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