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Last Thursday I reported America’s top spy agency, the NSA, warned government workers to turn off their iPhone’s location services, plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Now, we know why.
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The 2020 movie season has been a surreal, strange test in how to navigate releasing new blockbusters in the middle of a worldwide pandemic. This is the first time studios have had to contend with self-distancing rules, quarantine closings and theater shutdowns across the nation.
Do you remember that old saying, “If it looks too good to be true, it probably is?” That warning is every bit as relevant today as it was when it originated. Buyers need to beware of retail scams because they’re everywhere — and that’s especially true in the age of online shopping.
Hackers are constantly on the lookout for new ways to break into your favorite devices. And usually, we’re pretty good about keeping them out. But sometimes, small flaws in hardware or codes can lead to security issues that can be easily exploited.
Most smartphones today are powerful enough that anybody can take professional-looking photos without needing an expensive camera. In fact, the one in your smartphone is probably better than an old digital camera you have lying around.
Since most smartphones come with awesome cameras these days, we all take tons of pictures. But a great camera is only the beginning. You’re also going to need a way to edit those photos like a pro. Tap or click here to get the best free mobile photo editor.
There was a point in time when it was common to upgrade your smartphone every year or two. This was made simple by cell phone providers, which regularly offered the rolling upgrade option to customers. Those deals are more difficult to come by now.
Twitter is one of the leading social media platforms on the web — and the online home of some of the biggest celebrities and public figures. But in terms of features, it hasn’t changed much since it originally debuted.
Pretty much everyone has a smartphone these days, making the scourge of robocalls even more profitable for the scammers behind them. Thankfully, Kim has come out with a guide on how to handle these nasty calls. Tap or click here to find out how to stop them once and for all.
Robocalls are the most annoying modern tech drawback found on phones. In fact, when my team publishes an article on Komando.com about stopping robocalls, we know it’ll be one of our most-read articles of the week.
It’s not hard to see why. Robocalls interrupt us constantly, fool us into answering with numbers that look a little too familiar, and scam Americans out of millions of dollars every year.
Location services are commonplace on most smartphones today. This location data, which can be tracked and shared with app servers, allows users to do things like navigate through traffic or monitor their exercise. But if precautions aren’t taken, it can reveal sensitive information about where you live, work and travel.
