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What Is Mobile App Security?

Think about all the personal information contained on your smartphone. How can you keep that secure? How can app developers protect your info too?

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How to Recover a Hacked Snapchat Account

Has your Snapchat account been compromised by cybercriminals? What if multiple platforms have been hacked? Here's what to do.

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Think Your Phone Is Being Monitored? How to Find Out Who's Listening In

Do you suspect that your smartphone is being tapped? Here's how to check out your mobile traffic using a DNS service.

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How to Spot Fake ChatGPT Apps on the Apple App Store

Looking to use ChatGPT AI on your iPhone? Be extra vigilant because cybercriminals are spreading fake versions to scam innocent users like you.

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Google Play's Data Safety Labels Explained

Every app on the Play Store has a Safety Label that explains what data the app collects, and how it uses it. But can you actually trust it?

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5 Ways to Find Hidden Cameras Using Your Mobile Phone

Concerned about surveillance? Here's how to scan for hidden cameras using your mobile phone.

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These Android 14 Security and Privacy Features May Just Make Your Device More Secure

Android 14 looks set to introduce a number of features designed to enhance your security and privacy.

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How to Get the Android March 2023 Security Update That Patches Two Key RCE Exploits

The Android security update for March 2023 is rolling out and it fixes two critical bugs. Here's why you don't want to skip this one.

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How Do Android App Permissions Work? What You Need to Know

Do you install Android apps without a second thought? Here's all you need to know about Android app permissions and how they affect you.

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Should You Be Worried About Thieves Stealing Your iPhone Passcode?

Thieves are stealing iPhone passcodes, but is it a major cause for concern? What can you do to prevent it from happening? Here's all you need to know.

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Can You Recover Data After a Factory Reset on Android Phones?

Does factory resetting an Android phone delete everything permanently, or can you still retrieve some of the data?

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What Are Android Banking Trojans and How Do You Avoid Them?

Any device can be infected by a Trojan Horse, and Android phones are especially vulnerable. So what can you do to protect yourself and your finances?

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Is the Voilà AI Artist App Safe to Use?

Voilà AI Artist is a popular app that allows you to create artistic masterpieces and curiosities. But is it actually safe to use?

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Twitter Is Killing Two-Factor Authentication by SMS Unless You Pay for Blue

Two-factor authentication is a great way to secure your Twitter account. So why is Twitter getting rid of this method for most users?

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7 Simple Security Mistakes You're Making Right Now

Here are some common but overlooked habits you're probably guilty of that put your cybersecurity at great risk.

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All the Ways to Change How Your iPhone Lock Screen Behaves

Here's a collection of options that let you personalize and secure your iPhone's Lock Screen.

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iPhone vs. Android: Which Offers More Privacy?

The battle rages on between fans of Android and of Apple devices, but when it comes to privacy, which OS is better for you?

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How Zelle Scams Work and How to Protect Against Them

Zelle is a handy payment platform, but that means its users are big targets for scammers. Here's what to watch out for.

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Massive T-Mobile Data Breach, Smartphone RAM Explained, and Parental Controls for Phones and Tablets

Our tech podcast for technophobes tackles parental control software and whether your phone has enough RAM.

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Apple's New Data Protection, Contact Key Verification, and Security Key Features Explained

Apple's new security features help verify that your data is actually private and secure. But there are some risks involved.

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