privacy
Google Fined $314M for Unauthorized Android Data Collection
Google has been ordered to pay $314 million in fines after a jury found the tech giant guilty of misusing user information on Android smartphones. …
SafetyCore: How This Android App Threatens Your Personal Data!
Many users may not know about an app called Android System SafetyCore. It was developed by Google and comes pre-installed on Android versions 9 and …
How to deactivate AI features on your Android smartphone
After the popularization of ChatGPT in late 2022, Android smartphones have increasingly integrated artificial intelligence (AI) which makes the device seamless. From voice assistants like …
Samsung One UI 7.0 Update Coming February 7 for Galaxy Devices
Samsung will release the One UI 7.0 update on February 7, 2025. The Galaxy S25 series launched with this software, and now other Galaxy users …
WhatsApp introduces status cross-posting with Meta Accounts Center
Meta is enhancing integration across its apps by introducing new features for WhatsApp. Over the coming months, users will gain the ability to automatically share …
How to delete your X account and safeguard your data
Elon Musk’s acquisition of X back in 2022 was surrounded by a lot of scepticism and controversy, with critics questioning his vision for the platform …
EU Commission drafts measures to improve Apple iOS and iPadOS interoperability under the Digital Markets Act
The European Commission (EC) is taking significant steps to ensure Apple’s iOS and iPadOS become more accessible to third-party devices and services. Under the Digital …
Protect Your Privacy: Simple Steps to Remove Spyware from Your Phone
Spyware isn’t just a threat to your computer. It can also infect your smartphone. These malicious apps can disguise themselves as legitimate software or hijack …
3 Ways to Pause/Freeze Location on Find My iPhone (iOS 18 Supported)
In today’s world of constant connectivity, privacy is more important than ever. With Find My iPhone becoming an integral part of Apple’s ecosystem, many users …
WhatsApp to Simplify Contact Management
WhatsApp is set to change how contacts work on its platform. In the past, users had to save a person’s number in their phone’s contacts …
Data of 3.5 million customers on a popular platform leaks
A major data leak has hit Brillen.de, a popular online seller of glasses and visual aids. Due to a setup error, private data of more …
Removing Windows 11 Recall Feature Corrupts the File Explorer
The latest update of Windows 11, known as the 24H2 version, has sparked strong opinions from users and experts. A feature called Recall, based on …
Mozilla Faces Backlash Over Firefox Tracking Feature
Mozilla, known for its strong stance on data protection, is now under fire from European data protection group, Noyb. The group, which typically targets big …
WhatsApp’s New Status Feature Lets Users Tag Contacts with Status Update Mentions
WhatsApp is making some new changes to its Status feature, adding more ways for users to connect with their contacts. According to WABetaInfo, one key …
Data Brokers Exposed: What They Are and How to Safeguard Your Privacy
Data brokers are like sharks – you don’t necessarily see them or know where they are, but you definitely will if you’re part of an …
Boost Your Samsung Galaxy Security with These New Updates
Samsung is having a mixed 2024 on the security front. Pixel’s more streamlined approach to monthly security updates has left the Korean giant trailing with …
Google Alerts: 3 Billion Chrome Users Facing New Tracking Issues
Forget about the iPhone 16 and iOS 18; Apple’s most impressive feat this year might just be its uncanny sense of timing. Just as Apple …
Essential Android 14 Settings to Change Right Away
Android 14 brings many new features and enhancements, making it important to adjust settings to optimize your experience. Here are the key settings you should …
How to Locate a Phone Using Google Maps: Step-by-Step Guide
Google Maps provides a powerful feature that allows you to locate a mobile phone. Whether you want to keep track of a family member’s whereabouts …
WhatsApp Web Can Now Be Used Without a Phone Number!
WhatsApp has recently unveiled a significant update allowing users to register without a phone number. This move could revolutionize user privacy and how people communicate …