Axie Infinity raises $150M to help reimburse hacked user funds
Dev promises enhanced security, launches free-to-play NFT-free version. Enlarge / New funds to replace Sky Mavis' hacked funds are... in the cards. Sky Mavis, the developer of non-fungible token-based game Axie Infinity, an.....»»
NordVPN File Checker protects users from infected files
NordVPN launches its third experimental product from the NordLabs platform. File Checker is an online tool that scans different types of files for malware and viruses. It helps to prevent malicious codes invading user’s devices through infected or.....»»
SCOTUS agrees to review Texas law that caused Pornhub to leave the state
Law that requires porn sites to verify user ages faces First Amendment challenge. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Kathryn8) The US Supreme Court today agreed to hear a challenge to the Texas law that requires age verific.....»»
Apple Vision Pro, new cameras fail user-repairability analysis
Meta Quest 3, PS5 Slim also received failing grades despite new right-to-repair laws. Enlarge / Apple's Vision Pro scored 0 points in US PIRG's self-repairability analysis. (credit: Kyle Orland) In December, New York b.....»»
Is the messages app on your Samsung phone crashing? Here’s how to fix it
If you're a Samsung user and your messaging app keeps crashing, the good news is this is a known issue and there's a fix......»»
This TikTok user got conned by fake AirPods Pro, but you don"t have to get fooled
Fake AirPods and AirPods Pro are continuing to be a problem, with one TikTok user only discovering they were counterfeit when seeking help in an Apple Store.Real and fake AirPods ProThe wild popularity of Apple's AirPods line has led to many counterf.....»»
How to set up and manage a guest user to your Mac
On occasion, you may want to allow other people in your home to access your Mac, but not your personal account. We'll show you how to set up and manage temporary guest users.User accounts listed on the login screen of the author's MacIf you are routi.....»»
Hackers claim they’re selling the user data of 560 million Ticketmaster customers
ShinyHunters hacking group claims responsibility for Ticketmaster data breach, which exposes customer personal data, including credit card information......»»
Threads on desktop rolls out power user features globally: customizable home screen, multiple columns, real-time updates
Two weeks after launching a test for a new, TweetDeck-style interface for Threads on the web, today the new Threads for desktop has received the green light to begin a global rollout. more….....»»
Galaxy S24 Android 15 Update Making Progress, Beta Inches Closer
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Android 15 update is making progress behind the scenes and that’s great news for Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra users who want to install the beta. According to Tarun Vats, a user on X who often tracks unre.....»»
The TCL 50 LE will soon be Available for Verizon Customers
TCL’s wallet-friendly 50 Series smartphones packs some decent specs for just $99. The post The TCL 50 LE will soon be Available for Verizon Customers appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re a Verizon user and are looking for a relat.....»»
Samsung Galaxy S24 Android 15 Update Making Progress
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Android 15 update is making progress behind the scenes and that’s great news for Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra users who want to install the beta. According to Tarun Vats, a user on X who often tracks unre.....»»
Apple"s AI plans involves "black box" for cloud data
Apple's efforts in AI could pay off in its WWDC announcements, but it is also very keen to protect user data at the same time. Here's how it will get done.Siri on an iPhoneApple is expected to make a number of big plays in AI for WWDC. The changes ar.....»»
Transcend raises $40 million to address data privacy issues
Transcend raised $40 million in Series B funding led by new investor StepStone Group, with participation from HighlandX and existing investors Accel, Index Ventures, 01 Advisors (01A), Script Capital, and South Park Commons. This brings the total rai.....»»
US sanctions operators of “free VPN” that routed crime traffic through user PCs
911 S5 residential proxy service was comprised of 19 million IP addresses. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) The US Treasury Department has sanctioned three Chinese nationals for their involvement in a VPN-powered botnet wi.....»»
How to stop Meta from using your data for AI training
Meta had previously announced that they will use user data to help with training its AI, and here’s how to opt out of it. The post How to stop Meta from using your data for AI training appeared first on Phandroid. AI, like humans, are on.....»»
The Sims 4 devs form new team to address the game’s long list of issues
Maxis announced that it'll be forming a new team that'll focus on addressing the many user complaints, bugs, and other issues plaguing The Sims 4......»»
Webasto workers in Michigan ratify first UAW contract with raises up to 51%
Workers at a Detroit-area Webasto factory that makes convertible soft tops for the Detroit 3 ratified their first contract since joining the UAW last year......»»
Apple Explains the Whole Mess behind Reappearing Photos on iOS
The company clarifies what went wrong. The post Apple Explains the Whole Mess behind Reappearing Photos on iOS appeared first on Phandroid. Just recently, Apple came under fire following several user complaints that deleted photos have sta.....»»
Code42 partners with Mimecast to protect organizations from data leaks
Code42 announced that it has partnered with Mimecast to release Mimecast for Incydr Flows. The integrated solution helps to protect organizations from data leaks and theft by giving users visibility into risky user activities across email, web, cloud.....»»
Apple elaborates on rare iOS 17.5 bug that resurfaced deleted photos
Earlier this week, Apple released iOS 17.5.1 to address a rare problem where deleted photos would reappear on a user’s device after installing iOS 17.5. In the release notes, Apple said this was caused by “database corruption.” The company has.....»»