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.....»»
How to unsend a message in Telegram
Did you accidentally send a message on Telegram that you didn’t mean to? Here’s how you can unsend it. The post How to unsend a message in Telegram first appeared on Phandroid. In the past, sending text messages by mistake would cause h.....»»
Overcoming the roadblocks to passwordless authentication
It’s a well-known fact that humans are the weakest link in any security strategy. Verizon’s latest annual data breach report found that over 80% of breaches in the “Basic Web Application Attacks” incident pattern were due to stolen credential.....»»
1,900 Signal users’ phone numbers exposed by Twilio phishing
No message, profile, or other data exposed—but SMS remains a weakness. Enlarge / Signal's security-minded messaging app is dealing with a third-party phishing attempt that exposed a small number of users' phone numbers. (credit: Gett.....»»
Google ad blitz brings ‘Get the Message’ RCS campaign to NYC
On Tuesday, Google kicked off its “Get The Message” RCS campaign online and will be continuing with digital billboards in NYC going after Apple. more… The post Google ad blitz brings ‘Get the Message’ RCS campaign to NYC appeared first on.....»»
Verizon Galaxy S22 Lineup Gets August Security Patch (Updated: S21 Too)
Verizon is shipping out the August security patch to owners of the Galaxy S22 lineup, which consists of the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra. Besides the August patch, the changelog doesn’t specify anything new, but if you spot som.....»»
Verizon launching enhanced spam call filter with category labels
Verizon is out with an update for its Call Filter system that automatically labels and fights spam/robocalls and spam texts. The carrier’s customers are starting to see category labels like “health care” or “public service” for more contex.....»»
Telegram CEO claims Apple is delaying update that will "revolutionize" messaging
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov claims that Apple has been delaying an App Store update to the app that will "revolutionize how people express themselves in messaging."Telegram appIn a Telegram message on Thursday, Durov says that the upcoming update has be.....»»
How to show timestamps in Messages in macOS Monterey and iOS 15
Other than on the initial notification, Messages doesn't tell you the time that a message arrived. Here's how to read the timestamps of your Messages on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.Every message you send in Messages comes with a timestamp showing when.....»»
Google calls out Apple for its biggest design sin
Why won’t Apple help its own users text message people on Android phones? Marketshare. And even Apple has admitted this. Google has had enough of its green bubbles and blurry photos appearing on Apple’s Message app.Read Full Story.....»»
Teen’s jailing shows exactly how Facebook will help anti-abortion states
A teen shared one message, then cops requested all her data without her consent. Enlarge (credit: Charles McQuillan / Stringer | Getty Images News) For the first time since Roe v. Wade was overturned, there's a clear example s.....»»
Google Wants Apple to “Get the Message” and Fix iMessage With RCS
Google’s latest move to try and convince Apple that it should add RCS to iMessage is through a campaign centered around the hashtag #GetTheMessage that went live today. Through YouTube, social channels, and on a dedicated page on the Android si.....»»
“You Wouldn’t Steal…” Research Shows Why Many Anti-Piracy Messages Fail
You wouldn't steal a car, right? So why are you pirating? With this 2004 message, the movie industry hoped to turn illegal downloaders into paying customers. This campaign eventually turned into a meme and it's not the only anti-piracy advert to miss.....»»
Latest 5G Report Shows T-Mobile Holding “Commanding” Lead Over Verizon, AT&T
For the first half of 2022, the 5G race in the US didn’t change much, according to the latest report. Even though Verizon and AT&T both began deploying C-Band spectrum in order to boost their networks with mid-band 5G, it’s T-Mobile that.....»»
How to delete and unsend WhatsApp text messages
Did you accidentally send someone a text message on WhatsApp you didn’t mean to? Here’s how you can unsend it. The post How to delete and unsend WhatsApp text messages first appeared on Phandroid. Sometimes in our haste to send a messag.....»»
Don"t click on that Twilio message - it could be a scam
Twilio was compromised, and users are being targeted with phishing emails......»»
AAA executive: Most consumers don"t want self-driving vehicles
AAA's engineering director Greg Brannon has a message that many in the field of safety technology probably don't want to hear......»»
Best Verizon Fios new customer deals for August 2022
Looking to save by bundling your internet, landline, and TV plans? We've got the best Verizon Fios deals here......»»
Best Verizon new customer deals for August 2022
Are your monthly cell phone bills bleeding you dry? Save some cash with these Verizon new customer deals......»»
Google refutes rumors that Stadia will be shutting down
Following a report that Google was reportedly planning its “exit strategy” for Stadia, the company has since stepped forward and refuted those claims. The post Google refutes rumors that Stadia will be shutting down first appeared on Phandroid......»»
Amazon Drive is Shutting Down in 2023
Users will have to download their files before 2023 ends. The post Amazon Drive is Shutting Down in 2023 first appeared on Phandroid. In an email to its customers earlier today, Amazon announced that it will soon shut down its online cloud.....»»