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A new malware is targeting Android phones, stealing money from accounts and wiping phones clean by using on-device fraud techniques and other features.

Beware of this new Android malware that empties your bank account, clears your device completely

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

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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

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

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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

Jennifer Lopez kinda had Instagram on her side as photos of her strolling around with an ice cream circulated last month. On July 14, Just Jared shared snaps of the 55-year-old enjoying her frozen treat in The Hamptons, with the gallery seeing her spending time with estranged husband Ben Affleck‘s teenage daughter Violet.

Jennifer Lopez In Skimpy Top Caught In ‘Unflattering’ Photos With Ice Cream

While smartphones keep us entertained and connected to loved ones, we often neglect to give them the care they deserve. This lack of attention can lead to sluggish performance, a loss of visual appeal, and other issues. To keep your phone performing at its best, here are a few things you should do regularly.

8 Things You Should Do to Keep Your Phone Running Smoothly

You plug the charging cable into your iPhone or Android phone and... it doesn't charge. Booooo. From damaged charging ports to broken power cables, there are numerous reasons your phone isn't charging and not all of them can be easily fixed at home. A common reason for faulty charging is simply that the charging cable can't quite fit in the charging port because it's clogged up with months' worth of pocket fluff.

Phone Won't Charge? Try This Easy DIY Fix First

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

Android is a remarkably powerful, innovative mobile operating system that frequently leapfrogs Apple’s iOS in new technology support. That state-of-the-art functionality makes for a complex, sprawling operating system. At the surface level, the interface is simple enough for casual users who just want to text, make calls, and use Android apps, but hidden a layer or two deep in the interface are power-user-friendly settings and tools. You just need to know where to look.

24 Android Tips and Tricks for Getting the Most From Your Phone

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

Natalie Schafer was a millionaire, and also played one on TV. Shaefer, who died at 90 years old in 1991, was best known to classic television viewers as Eunice "Lovey" Wentworth Howell on the classic TV sitcom romp, Gilligan's Island.

'Gilligan's Island' Actress Natalie Schaefer was a millionaire in real life and played one on TV

Use your old smartphone to create a network-level ad-blocker with Pi-hole for all your devices, no rooting required. Turn your outdated phone into a Nextcloud server for a Google Drive alternative by running Nextcloud Pi using Pi Deploy. Run a Minecraft server, virtualized Linux, or even a CCTV camera on...

5 incredible projects you can use an old Android phone for

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

It's coming up on six months since I first got my hands on the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Samsung's big, boxy beast has been in my rotation of phones for most of the year so far as it's gone through successive software updates, so it's time to sit down and think through how this phone has held up going into the second half of 2024.

Galaxy S24 Ultra 6 Months Later: Still the Android King?

Some time ago, I denounced my love for the Pixel phones. That was challenging since I've had one since the beginning. But, as Google made its plans clear that the Pixel 9 line of phones would be all about AI, I decided I'd had enough. Also: Everything announced at Made...

5 reasons why Pixel 9 stopped me from ditching Google phones for Nothing

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

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Getting pulled over by the police can be a stressful and anxiety-inducing experience, regardless of whether it’s your first time or you’ve been through it before. In these situations, it’s essential to know the right steps to take to ensure your safety and the safety of everyone involved. Your response in those first few moments can set the tone for the interaction, making it crucial to be calm, prepared, and aware of your rights.

5 things to do first if you get pulled over by police

I spent 24 hours trying to live with a phone launched in 2013. How hard can it be? That's what I intend to find out in my day-long experience of using the coveted Google Nexus 5 in 2024!

I Tried To Live With a 10 Year Old Phone. Here's What Happened.

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8 Tricks That'll Give Your Old Android Phone Another Year of Life (Or More)

Android phone in a bit of a lull? Before you give it a kick and toss, a small change here and some optimization over there can...

8 Tricks That'll Give Your Old Android Phone Another Year of Life (Or More)

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