Fortunately, iPhones are difficult to hack. Apple continues to prioritize security. Its closed ecosystem gives it a leg up from Android when it comes to overall digital privacy and safety. However, despite Apple’s robust security features, the iPhone isn’t entirely immune to successful hacking attempts. Being aware of the signs...

3 Signs Your iPhone May Have Been Hacked

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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

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

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

Learn how to record a phone call or FaceTime audio call on your iPhone, transcribe the recording, summarize it, and export the audio file to another app. Android phones and jailbroken iPhones have had built-in call recording for ages, and this was one of the features I missed most on my iPhone. Thankfully, iOS 18 addresses this concern and adds a built-in call recording with a few extra tricks, like call transcription and summarization.

How to record a phone call on iPhone on iOS 18 and older

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You might think that getting a second phone number requires purchasing another SIM card or even an additional device. This can be particularly challenging if your current phone doesn't support dual SIM cards. Such a situation can be inconvenient and compromise both your privacy and comfort. If this is a concern for you, it may be worth exploring the option of obtaining a virtual phone number.

How to get a second phone number on your mobile phone

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. As a part of the August Pixel update, which by all means is pretty minor before we see Android 15, Google provided a list of bugs it took care of. In the latest build for still-supported Pixel devices, Google took aim at boot looping issues, brightness flickering, and general improvements in display performance.

Google Fixes 4 Bugs in August Pixel Update

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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

Attackers are hijacking pages on Facebook to lure victims into downloading a legitimate artificial intelligence (AI) photo editor, but then serving up a widely distributed infostealer to rob users of their credentials instead. The malvertising campaign, discovered by researchers at Trend Micro, exploits the popularity of AI and combines a...

Attackers Hijack Facebook Pages, Promote Malicious AI Photo Editor

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  It's nearly time to head back to the classroom. Are you equipped with the best tech to do it with? If you're not ready with everything you need to conquer the upcoming school year, you won't want to miss the latest deals on tablets that are available as we speak. Right now, you can snag some crazy good back-to-school deals on Apple iPad, Amazon Fire tablets and Samsung Galaxy...

The best back-to-school tablet deals for 2024

Ironically, I waited weeks for Apple's Refurb site to have stock on Apple Studio Display w/ VESA Mount, you save $240 and still has 1 yr warranty. Tracking shows they should arrive today. Just checking Amazon for some random reason, they have the Apple Studio Display w/ VESA Mount NEW...

PSA - Apple Studio Display w/ VESA Mount $300 off at Amazon now

SAMSUNG has unveiled a free upgrade with two new security features, including a private sharing mode for your top-secret files. It comes as the Korean tech giant rolls out its July 2024 security patch, dubbed One UI 6.1.1, to its phones. Quick Share privacy boost. Quick Share, Samsung's Bluetooth and...

Samsung rolls out free upgrade with two new features including a private sharing mode – check if your phone is eligible

Samsung is known for its cutting-edge tech, innovative designs and for always having some of the coolest upgrades on the market. The latest and greatest options from the company are the Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra, but if you don't want to spring for something so pricey, you can score a deal on a previous-gen model. Right now, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is just $99 at Walmart, down from its usual asking price of $283. That's a whopping $184 in savings on this watch.

Nab Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 While It's Just $99 at Walmart

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Not all smartphones have to be complicated. Maybe you're one of the millions of people who have trouble seeing a display, interacting with buttons or hearing calls. Our in-house phone experts have rounded up some terrific smartphone options with larger buttons, easier navigation, better speakers and more features that are perfect for seniors -- or anybody who just wants a simpler smartphone.Even better: Many of these models are more affordable than a typical smartphone. Some have tech that makes them compatible with some hearing aids. And these phones allow users to create a favorites list of people they call the most. So you can...

The 7 best phones for seniors

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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

The mobile device management firm has temporarily halted its services to contain the damage and is “investigating the breach.”. A massive cyberattack targeting Mobile Guardian, a UK-based mobile device management (MDM) firm, has caused widespread disruption to schools and businesses worldwide, including North America, Europe, and Singapore. The incident has resulted in the loss of data and remote wiping of iOS and ChromeOS devices for thousands of users.

Over 13,000 phones wiped clean as cyberattack cripples Mobile Guardian

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Here's another recipe for fudge that's very easy to make. You can double it, or quadruple it, for more servings. 4 tablespoons cocoa or cacao powder (I like 2 tablespoons of each)

3-Ingredient Fudge

With iPhone 14 and later, users can contact emergency services even when there’s no Wi-Fi or cellular signal thanks to the Emergency SOS via satellite feature. This feature was first launched in the US and Canada and has since been slowly expanded to more countries. Today, Apple confirmed the expansion of Emergency SOS via satellite to one more country.

iOS 17.6 continues Emergency SOS via satellite expansion

In Windows, go to Start > Scan > Settings > Devices> Printers & Scanners. Then, choose a printer and select Manage > Scanner > Open scanner > Scan. On a Mac, go to Apple Menu > System Preferences > Printers & Scanners. Choose a printer and select Scan > Open Scanner > Scan.

How to Scan From a Printer to a Computer

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How to scan & sign documents with Scanner for iPhone

If Apple's native document scanning and management features aren't enough, Scanner for iPhone can help by bringing all the necessary tools and features into a single,...

How to scan & sign documents with Scanner for iPhone

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