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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Keeping your iPhone data private may take some maintenance on your part. It needn’t be a full-time job to keep your phone secure and protected, but making some of your device’s settings work in your favor is one of the best ways you can ensure your d...

Your iPhone? Apple Experts Reveal 3 Settings You Should Turn Off Now: Ad Tracking & More

Looking to get rid of an old phone? Hit the pause button before you trade it in or look for a recycle option. Instead, you can save a lot of money and turn it into a free home security camera using a simple app. Upgrading to the latest iPhone 15...

How to Turn Your Old iPhone or Android Into a Home Security Camera for Free

The marquee feature of macOS Sequoia is iPhone Mirroring. As part of Apple’s Continuity feature set, iPhone Mirroring enables a user to access an iPhone through a Mac. Not only that, but notifications that usually appear on the iPhone also appear on the Mac, and you can even drag and drop files between the two devices.

How iPhone Mirroring lets you access your iPhone on your Mac in macOS Sequoia

Following the AT&T call and text phone hack, Jenn Sullivan has tips on how to protect your personal data.

Protecting Your Phone From Hackers

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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

Turn the trudge that is debloating your phone into a Canta. Modern Android phones arrive with a dizzying number of apps you’ll likely never use. In some cases, phones sold in other regions include country-specific apps you definitely don’t need. In these cases, uninstalling them, freeing up space, and unloading resources on your device is preferable. However, there are some apps that you cannot remove from your phone as a normal user — you will need elevated privileges.

Here's how I easily debloated my Android phone

Samsung’s first Android 15 and One UI 7 beta is set to get a release as soon as July 29, according to Max Jambor, a reliable Samsung tipster. What’s notable about the Android 15 beta is just how big it is. According to rumors, we’re expecting several UI and feature changes, including new icons, home screen and lock screen changes, a revamped camera UI, and a version of the iPhone’s Dynamic Island.

Your Samsung phone could get a huge update on July 29

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

Update: This deal has expired and is no longer available on Amazon. Instead, you can find the same offer directly on Boost Mobile's website. With every major shopping event, like Amazon Prime Day, comes a "free phone" deal. As you'd expect, they're almost always too good to be true, whether offered by AT&T, T-Mobile, or Amazon. The latest variation comes via Boost Mobile, who's selling any iPhone 15 model, including the Pro Max, for just one penny. What's the deal with this deal? I break down the fine print below.

You can still buy an iPhone 15 for one cent after Prime Day - everything to know

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Short codes let you find out all sorts of information about your phone without having to leave the dialer screen. Here are all the ones that work.

Secret Short Codes For Android, Explained: What They're For

One of the standout features of Google Maps (aside from getting us where we want to go) is Street View -- a first-person perspective tool that features recent photos of streets, buildings, homes and anything else that's visible from Google's ubiquitous camera cars. There are also a lot of practical...

You Might Want to Hide Your Home From Google Maps Street View: Here's How to Do It

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Upcoming OS update is said to introduce a new scanning feature that'll reveal nearby spy cameras

World first: Xiaomi phones could be able to detect hidden cameras

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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A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. Rumor mill: Android manufacturers like Samsung have been launching folding phones for years now, and other handset makers, such as OnePlus and Motorola, have entered the sector with their own offerings. A new report claims that Apple is also set to throw its hat into the foldable ring with a folding iPhone that could be released as early as 2026.

Apple's first folding iPhone could have a flip design, tipped to arrive in 2026

Verizon tapped into AI and ML to prevent damage to its underground fibre due to accidental cuts during building or excavations by homeowners and outside agencies. The operator is using AI and ML techniques to sift through more than 10 million dig requests per year to identify high-risk areas. Verizon...

Verizon digs in on AI for fibre detection

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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

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 A federal judge has branded Google as a ruthless monopolist bent on suffocating it competitors. But how do you go about creating alternatives to a search engine that's synonymous with internet exploration?It's a process that may take years to unfold as Google appeals the landmark decision issued Monday by U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta.And with that kind of time frame looming, the forces of technological upheaval may make the exercise moot. The rise of artificial intelligence may reshape the landscape more quickly and profoundly than any judge ever could. The way consumers navigate the internet is more likely to...

A judge has branded Google a monopolist, but AI may bring about quicker change in internet search

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Last month, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) released video footage that shows a veteran LAPD officer chasing a young man through a Pacoima housing project before fatally shooting him in the back as he ran away.

20-Year-Old Fatally Shot in The Back By LAPD Officer in Pacoima Projects

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What the Tech: Can someone unlock your phone with your Face ID?

Smartphones have revolutionized the way we live, offering convenience at our fingertips. However, this convenience also comes with security risks. One such risk is the potential...

What the Tech: Can someone unlock your phone with your Face ID?

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