Google is Notifying Android Users Targeted By Hermit Government-Grade Spyware
Security researchers at Lookout recently tied a previously unattributed Android mobile spyware, dubbed Hermit, to Italian software house RCS Lab. Now, Google threat researchers have confirmed much of Lookout's findings, and are notifying Android user.....»»
Why I still use Microsoft’s Office suite instead of Google’s free options
Why would choose to pay for Microsoft Office when you can use Google’s productivity suite for free? Here are my reasons along with features that seal the deal......»»
Billing fraud apps can disable Android Wi-Fi and intercept text messages
Android scamware uses many tricks to sign you up for pricey services. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson) Android malware developers are stepping up their billing fraud game with apps that disable Wi-Fi connections, surreptitiousl.....»»
How Google’s $90M settlement could actually help small developers
Google owes app developers a total of $90 million for its 30% cut of all in-app purchases following the company's settlement of a class-action suit......»»
Google hit with more privacy complaints for “deceptive” sign-up process [Updated]
Consumer group: One click grants permission to “exploit everything you do.” Enlarge (credit: 400tmax | iStock Unreleased) More than a billion people worldwide have signed up for Google accounts, clicking through screens pr.....»»
Google loses two execs: one for Messaging and Workspace, another for Payments
Two executives in charge of Google's most turbulent products are leaving this week. Enlarge (credit: Sean Gallup | Getty Images) Google had a pair of high-ranking executives leave this week. The first was Bill Ready, Google's.....»»
The best Android games available right now (July 2022)
The Google Play Store is loaded with some terrific titles -- and some terrible ones. We've vetted all the options to bring you the best Android games around......»»
Google will pay US app developers $90 million in a settlement over app store policies
US Android app developers will be able to claim money from a new $90 million fund Google will establish as part of a wider settlement with app makers over the tech giant's app store practices, the company said Thursday......»»
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 deal knocks $125 off its price tag
If you’re looking for a new Android tablet, then you might not want to miss out on this great deal for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8. The post Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 deal knocks 5 off its price tag first appeared on Phandroid. It’s hard.....»»
OnePlus 7 and 7T owners can now get their hands on Android 12
OnePlus has announced that both the OnePlus 7 and 7T will be able to get their hands on the Android 12 beta. The post OnePlus 7 and 7T owners can now get their hands on Android 12 first appeared on Phandroid. OnePlus has been steadily relea.....»»
How COVID-19 put poverty reduction back on the agenda
Lower income people bore the brunt of the economic repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, efforts to reduce poverty were adopted in Canada and the United States. But how did partisan politics shape each government's response? Exploring.....»»
LGES signs MoU with Compass Minerals for lithium supply
LG Energy Solution has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with US-based mining company Compass Minerals for battery-grade lithium materials. According to Korean news outlets, this was LGES's first agreement with an American lithium supplier......»»
IC 50: China firms supercharged in revenue growth, thanks to chip crunch and government policy drive
Chinese companies in IC 50 2022 ranking attracted attention over their surprisingly high revenue growth in 2021, which are much higher than the growth of their peers in South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan, due to chip crunch and the nationalistic "buy Chi.....»»
Apple Books app not working for many users after iOS 15.5 update
Apple released iOS 15.5 in May with enhancements to the Podcasts app, Apple Cash, and overall bug fixes. However, it seems that the update also caused some issues for Apple Books users as the app stopped working for some people after the iOS 15.5 up.....»»
Google is still actively developing face unlock for its Pixel phones
According to underlying code changes, it seems that Google is still actively trying to develop face unlock for its Pixel phones. The post Google is still actively developing face unlock for its Pixel phones first appeared on Phandroid. At t.....»»
Track medications on iPhone: How the new iOS 16 feature works
The Health app gets fresh capabilities with iOS 16 that will be valuable for many users with the major new feature being the ability to track medications on iPhone (vitamins and supplements too). Read on for a look at how it works to use the iOS 16.....»»
Agita Labs TrustForge now available in the Microsoft Azure cloud
Agita Labs announced that its TrustForge secure computation capability is now available in the Microsoft Azure cloud. Based on Agita’s sequestered encryption technology, TrustForge enables users to upload data to the cloud while retaining compl.....»»
Ocient collaborates with Carahsoft to accelerate digital transformation for U.S. government agencies
Ocient announced it has partnered with Carahsoft to bring hyperscale data warehouse, analytics and machine learning capabilities to U.S. federal, state/local governments and higher education organizations. Carahsoft will serve as the U.S. government.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: June 30, 2022 – iOS 16 CarPlay, App Store changes
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Enjoy the podcast.....»»
Comcast launches Xfinity Stream app on Apple TV 4K, Apple TV HD
The Xfinity Stream app has officially launched on the Apple TV set-top boxes, allowing users to view both live channels and Comcast's library of on-demand content on tvOS.Credit: ComcastAvailable now for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD, the Xfinity Strea.....»»
Active transportation projects offer solid returns on investment, economic study finds
Active transportation investments offer many types of benefits related to safety, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, physical activity and the economy. Metro, Oregon's regional government for the Portland metropolitan area, wants to better understand.....»»