Verizon Message+ is Shutting Down
Verizon has had a text message app called Verizon Messages, that everyone referred to as Verizon Message+, for at least 8 years. The app isn’t something I ever considered using, as it has always been a bit behind in terms of UI trends, but it h.....»»
Nearly every AT&T customer just had six months of call logs stolen
AT&T has just disclosed another old data breach, with this one exposing nearly every customer's phone call and text message records for a date range spanning six months in 2022.The company made the disclosure on Friday morning. The company is specifi.....»»
Supreme Court’s Message in First Amendment Case: Tech Is Free to Moderate Social Media
The Supreme Court kicked two cases challenging social media moderation laws in Florida and Texas back to lower courts.....»»
Apple @ Work: Verizon moves into device management; expect more to follow
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RCS update standardizes message replies, editing, reactions, more for Android & iPhone
The GSMA Association (GSMA) is responsible for maintaining Rich Communication Services (RCS) and the latest update to the standard adds “Extended Messaging” that should improve Android and iPhone interoperability. more….....»»
NASA astronauts send a Fourth of July message from space
NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station have sent a Fourth of July message to those down on the ground......»»
5 carriers you should use instead of Verizon
These five Verizon alternatives prove you don't need to pay a bundle just to get great 5G coverage on Verizon's network......»»
How to spot AI fake content—and what policymakers can do to help stop it
Earlier this year, New Hampshire voters received a phone message that sounded like President Joe Biden, discouraging them to vote in the state's primary election. The voice on the line, however, was not really Biden's—it was a robocall created with.....»»
International roaming outage for US carriers: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon [U: AT&T credit]
Update: AT&T customers are being offered a credit – see the end of the piece A major international roaming outage is causing lost mobile connectivity for Americans around the world. The problem is affecting all three major US carriers – AT&T,.....»»
Google Chrome’s plan to limit ad blocking extensions kicks off next week
Chrome's Manifest V3 transition is here. First up are warnings for any V2 extensions. Enlarge / Someone really likes Google Chrome. (credit: Isaac Bowen / Flickr) Google Chrome will be shutting down its older, more capab.....»»
TikTok algorithm could have US-only version; company demurs
The TikTok algorithm could be split, claims a report, with a US-only version used for the hugely popular app to try to avoid a ban. Developer Bytedance has tweeted that the report is not accurate, but its message appears to be more a repetition of.....»»
Google just announced 7 big Android updates. Here’s what’s new
Google's latest feature drop imagines you making PayPal transactions on a watch, controlling appliances from home screen widgets, and fixing message mistakes......»»
Instagram Limits tool offering increased harassment protection for teens
Meta is offering teenagers a strengthened version of its Instagram Limits tool. When set to its highest level, only Close Friends will be able to comment, reply, tag, mention, or message them. It’s the latest development in the company’s prote.....»»
Mystery malware destroys 600,000 routers from a single ISP during 72-hour span
An unknown threat actor with equally unknown motives forces ISP to replace routers. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) One day last October, subscribers to an ISP known as Windstream began flooding message boards with report.....»»
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.....»»
Google is killing off the messaging service inside Google Maps
Google Maps has had its own chat platform since 2018, but it's shutting down in July. Whether you want to call it "Google Business Messaging" or "Google Business Profile Chat,.....»»
Verizon is offering YouTube Premium at a discounted price
Verizon has announced that YouTube Premium will be added to its myPlan perks where it will be sold at a discounted price of $10. The post Verizon is offering YouTube Premium at a discounted price appeared first on Phandroid. If you hate ad.....»»
After nearly three decades, ICQ will be shutting down
ICQ, one of the popular instant messengers from the 90s, has announced that it will be officially shutting down next month. The post After nearly three decades, ICQ will be shutting down appeared first on Phandroid. If you were young/old e.....»»
Hellblade 2 struggles to balance a serious message and video game tropes
Hellblade 2 delivers a serious story about mental health, but gamey elements like collectibles distract from its power......»»
Chevy Silverado EV"s RST First Edition targets retail truck buyers
Chevrolet will promote the Silverado EV RST First Edition's capability and performance as a signature marketing message as it works to attract pickup buyers to the electric version......»»
Samsung shades Apple with "Creativity cannot be crushed" ad after iPad promo backlash
After Apple released a tone-deaf promo for its iPad Pro, Samsung responded with its own ad touting the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra as the true friend to creatives. Samsung has capitalized on backlash from Apple's tone-deaf iPad Pro ad with a message of.....»»