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Thousands of apps on the Google Play Store may suddenly disappear next month. Google is updating its app store policies to require Android apps on the Google Play Store to actually work, with specific examples of what that means. By the end of next month, Play Store apps "designed to do nothing" or that "have no function" will not be allowed.

Google Play Store May Delete Tons of Android Apps Next Month

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The Mandrake Android spyware campaign, which was first discovered in 2020, has seemingly made an unwelcome return. In a blog post this week, Kaspersky researchers reported that they found a suspicious sample in the Google Play store this April that appeared to be a new version of the malware. After more digging, they unearthed five Android apps containing the Mandrake malware that had been available on the store for two years.
The researchers say that the new Mandrake has been upgraded with layers of obfuscation that allow it to bypass Google Play checks. As a result, threat actors were able to...

Thousands of Android users installed these 5 infected apps

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 Samsung Internet Browser also received an update, albeit an incremental one. An updated version of Samsung’s Clock app has appeared online ahead of the One UI 7 beta program, bringing a few visual tweaks. The company has also updated its Samsung Internet browser, although a new icon seems...

Samsung is refreshing apps ahead of One UI 7 beta (Update)

Google is dying. Google is unstoppable. Somehow, right now, it feels like both of those things are true. For the first time in more than a decade, there appear to be products that might actually threaten Google Search as the centerpiece of the web — including OpenAI’s new SearchGPT. And yet Google Search continues to dominate the market and make truly unfathomable amounts of money.

The Google era is officially over

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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Okay, here are the final four most reliable cars ever built (according to what I was able to find). If you read the first two articles I wrote you already know Japanese cars rank high on this list. If you haven't read those articles yet, well here is your chance.

Most Reliable Cars: The Final Four

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Creative Bloq

It's Amazon Prime Day, or 'Days' because the annual sale runs over both Tuesday and Wednesday. Normally, that means we'd expect Amazon to have the best prices, and it does on many things. But Best Buy has tried to gatecrash the party with its own sale, imaginatively titled 'Black Friday in July'.

These 4 Best Buy 'Black Friday in July' tech deals beat Amazon Prime Day

If you’re a SEO specialist, Google Search Console (GSC) is your secret weapon. This free tool provides crucial data about your website’s performance, including clicks, impressions, and key user experience metrics called Core Web Vitals. With GSC, you can pinpoint and fix technical issues. Is your website correctly...

Google Search Console: secret weapon for SEO specialists

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Disclaimer: This content was written by Devra Lee for general informational and entertainment purposes only. This service is to provide astrological information that has been researched, recorded, and observed by the author.

Horoscope for Tuesday, July 30th

A new update to Google Maps for Android Auto brings some useful features – but you probably can't get them.

Google Maps on Android Auto set to get a boost – but for now, there's a catch

Florida State

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Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

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If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

Addison, IL

Chicago Food King

Living in the area of Wood Dale, I am always on the hunt to try somewhere local and support them. I remember trying Elio Pizza several years ago and I was not really impressed with the food. However, my biggest complaint was the atmosphere created by the employees. My first interaction felt very cliquey, with preferential treatment given to people they knew instead of new customers.

This Popular Italian Restaurant in Addison has lost my business for good—no more Chances.

We’ve provided comprehensive coverage of the pros and cons of Google Maps versus Apple Maps as each application evolves. However, Google Maps has recently one-upped Apple with an indispensable safety feature. Since 2019, Google Maps has included a speedometer in its Android app. This month, Google rolled out the...

New Google Maps iPhone Feature Helps Drivers Avoid Speeding Tickets

Are you getting yourself a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6? Might as well get a free $250 Best Buy gift card, while you're at it!. Are you thinking of getting a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6? Amazon has been offering a $200 gift card when you purchase one, but Best Buy is one-upping that offer right now. If you buy a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 from Best Buy, the retailer will throw in a $250 gift card for free! This means you would get a value of $1,350 for just $1,100.

Get a free $250 gift card with your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6

Ready to upgrade your phone? Don't trade in or recycle your old tech just yet. Turn it into your own home security camera in minutes by installing a free app that can help you keep an eye on your home. Upgrading to the latest iPhone 15 or budget-friendly Google Pixel...

How to Turn Any Old iPhone or Android Phone Into a Home Security Camera

The Windows Insider program has received a new update that makes managing your Android phone storage easier. On the latest build, you can access the smartphone files through File Explorer of Windows 11. Currently in the testing phase, this feature eliminates the need to connect your phone to the PC for file management.

Windows 11 update introduces a new feature for easy Android phone access

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These easy tricks will make deciding on dinner plans a breeze.

Video tutorial: How to use Apple Maps, Google Maps to help you find a good dinner spot

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Google Discover gets interactive with 'Today's Teaser' polls

Would you rather be a butterfly or dolphin? Google Discover wants to know!. Google has enhanced its Discover section with a “Today’s Teaser” card. This section...

Google Discover gets interactive with 'Today's Teaser' polls

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