It just got easier to protect your Android phone from thieves
Google's theft protection tools in Android can be incredibly helpful. Now, they're getting much easier to find and use......»»
iPhone 16 battery drain bug is affecting users for reasons unknown
I covered iPhone 16 battery life extensively since Apple unveiled the phone, so I know all four models should offer decent-to-great battery life. Battery life … The post iPhone 16 battery drain bug is affecting users for reasons unknown appeare.....»»
Apple strong passwords aren’t entirely random, but are cleverly designed
Whenever an Apple device generates a strong password for you, the structure of those secure passwords isn’t entirely random. Instead, Apple created rules specifically designed to make them easier to type if you ever have to do that manually, and.....»»
Save $100 on the Samsung Galaxy A35 in this AMAZING DEAL!
The Samsung Galaxy A35 is currently on sale enjoying a 25% discount, which basically knocks $100 off the price of the phone! The post Save $100 on the Samsung Galaxy A35 in this AMAZING DEAL! appeared first on Phandroid. Samsung’s Galaxy.....»»
Proton unveils new business VPN features
It's never been easier to protect your business, with new features from Proton VPN......»»
The new Samsung Galaxy A16 will come with six major Android updates
Samsung has unveiled its latest budget handset, the Galaxy A16, which could be great value with its six promised major Android updates. The post The new Samsung Galaxy A16 will come with six major Android updates appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Google Wallet testing support for passports
Google has started to test the ability for Google Wallet users to add their US passports to the app, making it easier for travel. The post Google Wallet testing support for passports appeared first on Phandroid. Wallet apps like Google Wal.....»»
You’ll soon be able to use a phone without leaving your VR headset
Want to use your phone in VR? Meta and Lenovo are working on high-quality mirroring to connect Motorola phones to your Quest headset......»»
Windows 11 to let you use your phone as a webcam
If you have an Android phone and you've updated to 24H2, you don't need a third-party app to use your phone as a webcam anymore......»»
New infosec products of the week: October 18, 2024
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from ExtraHop, GitGuardian, Nametag, Okta, Rubrik, and Sectigo. GitGuardian Visual Studio Code extension helps developers protect their sensitive information GitG.....»»
What to do if your iPhone or Android smartphone gets stolen?
A lost, stolen, or compromised smartphone today means we are in serious trouble. Most people have everything related to their personal and professional lives stored on their phones, a fact that criminals are well aware of. Cybersecurity risks resulti.....»»
Developers now required to provide public address and phone number for EU App Store
As we reported in August, a change coming to the App Store in the European Union would force developers to provide a public address and phone number that would become visible to customers in the region. As of today, the change has come into effect an.....»»
iPhone 16 and iOS 18 could spur a new wave of Android switchers
At this point, you’ve probably read a lot about the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. You don’t need me to recap new features like the Camera Control, bigger screens, upgraded Ultra Wide camera, or better battery life. I’ll offer some of those thoug.....»»
Instagram now lets you quickly add a song to your Spotify library
Instagram and Spotify on Thursday announced an update to both apps that will bring new integration to make their users’ lives a bit easier. Instagram users will now have a quick and easy way to add songs they like to their Spotify library with just.....»»
How iPhone 16 and iOS 18 could spur a new wave of Android switchers
At this point, you’ve probably read a lot about the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. You don’t need me to recap new features like the Camera Control, bigger screens, upgraded Ultra Wide camera, or better battery life. I’ll offer some of those thoug.....»»
OnePlus has Big Promises with OxygenOS 15’s Upcoming Launch
OnePlus fans, rejoice! The post OnePlus has Big Promises with OxygenOS 15’s Upcoming Launch appeared first on Phandroid. With Android 15 finally official, we’re bound to see more and more smartphone manufacturers follow suit an.....»»
Feds test whether existing laws can combat surge in fake AI child sex images
Kids defenseless against AI-generated sex images as feds expand crackdown. Cops aren't sure how to protect kids from an ever-escalating rise in fake child sex abuse imagery fueled.....»»
Android 15’s security and privacy features are the update’s highlight
New tools aim at phone snatchers, snooping kids or partners, and cell hijackers. Android 15 started rolling out to Pixel devices Tuesday and will arrive, through various third-par.....»»
Android 15 is rolling out now, but the Galaxy S24 won’t get it until next year
This has been an unusual year for Android updates, as Google decided to launch the Pixel 9 phones in August rather than October. Google wanted … The post Android 15 is rolling out now, but the Galaxy S24 won’t get it until next year appea.....»»
Instagram protects teens from sextortion; working on Social Library feature
Instagram is introducing new measures to protect teens from sextortion, by making it harder for criminals to blackmail them. Separately, it appears to be working on a new Social Library feature intended to make it easier to find posts you’ve sha.....»»
Motorola has started its Android 15 roll out!
It seems that Motorola has started to roll out the Android 15 update for some of its phones, in particular its Edge series. The post Motorola has started its Android 15 roll out! appeared first on Phandroid. Google has officially released.....»»