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Intel Unison app to be discontinued in June 2025

Intel Unison app to be discontinued in June 2025

Intel has announced that the Intel Unison app will be officially discontinued on June 30, 2025. The company confirmed the news through notifications on the Windows app and has also updated its […]

Google is working on a way to let users securely transfer Passkeys between devices

Google is working on a way to let users securely transfer Passkeys between devices

Google is reportedly developing a feature that will allow users to transfer Passkeys between devices, securely. Android Authority reports that it examined an APK of Google’s Password Manager app, and has unveiled […]

Google Pixel 9a to introduce Battery Health Assistance feature

Google Pixel 9a will ship with a Battery Health Assistance feature

Google is set to introduce a useful feature for Pixel phones. The company is set to introduce "Battery health assistance" starting with the Pixel 9a. This new tool has been designed to […]

Garmin's new subscription service sparks backlash from users

Garmin's new subscription service sparks backlash from users

Garmin has stirred controversy with its recent announcement of a subscription service, Garmin Connect+, aimed at enhancing the user experience within its popular Connect app. The service introduces new features, such as […]

Samsung set to launch One UI 7 based on Android 15 for Galaxy S series

Android development moves behind closed doors, public access limited until official release

Google has announced a significant change to its Android operating system development process, moving all development work to internal branches. This shift means that the public will no longer have visibility into […]

Gurman says Jon Prosser's iOS 19 mockups not representative of actual UI redesign

Recent discussions have emerged concerning the accuracy of iOS 19 user interface (UI) mockups presented by Jon Prosser from the YouTube channel "Front Page Tech." These mockups have garnered attention, from users […]

Theft Protection on Android: what it is and how you activate the feature

Mobile phones are not only expensive, they may also hold the keys to someone's life. From personal photos over emails to finance apps or chats. Bad things can happen when a mobile […]

iOS 18.0.1 fixes iPhone touch screen problems and performance issues

Tired of Screen Addiction? This App Forces You Outside to Unlock Your Phone

In an innovative approach to combat excessive screen time, British developer Rhys Kentish has launched Touch Grass, an iOS app that requires users to physically touch grass to unlock distracting applications on […]

Google cracks down on major ad fraud scheme affecting Play Store apps with millions of downloads

Google cracks down on major ad fraud scheme affecting Play Store apps with millions of downloads

Google is cracking down on an extensive ad fraud scheme that has affected over 56 million downloads across approximately 180 applications on its Play Store. The tech giant is in the process […]

iOS 18.0.1 fixes iPhone touch screen problems and performance issues

Apple's Google Lens-Like Visual Intelligence Rolls Out to iPhone 15 Pro

Apple is set to expand its Visual Intelligence feature to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max with the upcoming iOS 18.4 update. Previously exclusive to the iPhone 16 lineup, […]

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Android System SafetyCore: what it does and why you may want to remove it

When Google released the October 2024 security update for Android, it made no mention of a new app that it integrated in the update. Android System SafetyCore was suddenly installed and users […]

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Australia Penalizes Telegram for Failing to Timely Address Child Exploitation and Extremist Content Queries

Australia's eSafety Commissioner has imposed a fine of nearly A$1 million on Telegram for a significant delay in responding to inquiries about its measures to combat child exploitation and extremist content on […]

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UK Users Lose Access to Apple's End-to-End iCloud Encryption Following Government Order

Apple has announced the discontinuation of its Advanced Data Protection (ADP) feature for iCloud users in the United Kingdom, effective February 21, 2025. This decision comes in response to a government order […]

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iPhone Users Gain 'Circle to Search' Functionality via Google Lens Integration

Google has expanded its 'Circle to Search' functionality to iPhone users, integrating the feature into the Google and Chrome apps on iOS. This enhancement allows users to perform visual searches by highlighting […]

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WhatsApp Designated as 'Very Large Online Platform' Under EU's Digital Services Act

WhatsApp has been designated as a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) under the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA), following its Channels feature reaching an average of 46.8 million monthly active users […]

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TikTok Returns to U.S. App Stores Amid Ongoing Uncertainty

TikTok has been reinstated on Apple's App Store and Google's Play Store in the United States after a month-long absence. The app was initially removed on January 19, 2025, following concerns over […]

Apple TV+ Now Available on Android Devices with Exclusive Content and Free Trial

Apple has officially launched its Apple TV+ streaming app for Android devices, marking a major expansion beyond its own hardware ecosystem. This move aims to attract a broader audience by making its […]

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Apple Releases iOS 18.3.1 and macOS 15.3.1 with Critical Security Fixes

Apple has released iOS 18.3.1 and macOS 15.3.1, addressing critical security vulnerabilities that could allow unauthorized access to user data. The updates are available for iPhone XS and later, various iPad models, […]

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Apple’s New iPhone SE Brings Big Changes—And It’s Coming Soon

Apple is preparing to launch the next-generation iPhone SE, and this time, it’s bringing significant changes. The device is expected to adopt a design similar to the iPhone 14, featuring a 6.1-inch […]

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TikTok Offers Direct Download Amid Play Store Ban

In response to its removal from the Google Play Store in the United States, TikTok has made its Android application available for direct download from its official website. This move ensures that […]

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Apple Pulls Malware-Infested Apps That Could Steal Your Private Data

Apple has removed 11 apps from the App Store after cybersecurity firm Kaspersky revealed they were infected with a new malware strain known as "SparkCat." The malware, embedded in apps such as […]

Tinder to Implement AI-Powered Matching Amid Declining User Engagement

Tinder is set to introduce AI-powered matching features in an effort to enhance user engagement and address a decline in its user base. This move aims to provide more personalized and effective […]

Google announces improved Find My Device network for Android devices

Google Messages to Introduce 'Delete for Everyone' Feature in RCS Chats

Google is preparing to enhance its Messages app by introducing a "Delete for Everyone" feature for Rich Communication Services (RCS) chats. This upcoming functionality will allow users to delete sent messages not […]

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Mobile Malware attack used Store apps and OCR to steal cryptocurrency recovery codes

Malicious applications that are uploaded to Google's Play Store or Apple's App Store continue to be a problem for users worldwide. Google said that it blocked more than 2.3 million risky Android […]

Apple Launches New App to Make Event Planning Easier Than Ever

Apple has unveiled Apple Invites, a brand-new app designed to help users create and manage invitations for life’s special moments. Available now for iPhone and on the web via iCloud.com, the app […]

Android 14 QPR beta

Community developers step in as Google delays fix for Pixel performance issues

Google Pixel users have recently reported issues with lagging and stuttering in applications, a problem that has been acknowledged by the tech giant but remains unsolved as of yet. While Google has […]

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Google Blocked Over 2.3 Million Risky Android Apps in 2024

Google has revealed that it blocked 2.36 million Android apps from being published on the Play Store in 2024 due to policy violations that posed potential security risks to users. This marks […]

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Google Upgrades Gemini App With Faster AI Model

Google has officially rolled out its new Gemini 2.0 Flash model as the default AI for all users of the Gemini app on both web and mobile. The upgraded model, first introduced […]

Windows 11’s Start Menu Just Got a Huge Upgrade for iPhone and Android Users

Microsoft is rolling out a major update to Windows 11's Start menu, bringing seamless integration with both Android and iPhone devices. This new feature allows users to access text messages, images, call […]

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Microsoft Eyes TikTok’s US Operations Amid National Security Concerns

Microsoft is reportedly in talks to acquire TikTok’s US operations from ByteDance, according to statements made by President Donald Trump. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump said, "I would say yes. A […]

New Vibration Patterns Coming to Google Sounds App for Personalized Alerts

In an exciting development for Pixel device users, the upcoming Google Sounds app version 3.2 promises to enhance haptic feedback options, allowing a more personalized tactile experience during various system events. This […]

Android 16 Beta 1 is out: here is what is new or changing

Google released the first beta version of this year's Android release, Android 16, today. With Android 16 nearing completion, it is a good time to look at the major changes of the […]

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S25 Series with advanced AI and top-tier specs

Samsung unveils Galaxy S25 Series with advanced AI and top-tier specs

Samsung has officially launched its highly anticipated Galaxy S25 series. Here is a quick overview of the new flagship smartphones: the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S25 series launched […]

Samsung set to launch One UI 7 based on Android 15 for Galaxy S series

Samsung set to launch One UI 7 based on Android 15 for Galaxy S series

Samsung has officially confirmed that One UI 7, its latest software based on Android 15, is set to be launched in the first quarter of 2025. The update will be available for […]

iVerify: Pegasus spyware infections may be much higher than previously thought

Security experts at iVerify have developed a solution to detect traces of the spyware Pegasus on mobile devices. Pegasus is marketed as a solution to fight terrorism and crime, but governments all […]

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How to use your Android phone as a mobile hotspot provider for your laptop

I have visited Athens and Rome in the past couple of months and took a laptop with me to work from there. I refuse to use open Wi-Fi access points at airports, […]

Syncthing for Android is being discontinued, but there's an alternative app

Syncthing for Android is being discontinued, but there's an alternative app you can switch to

The Syncthing for Android app is being discontinued. Another day, another good app dies. For those unaware, Syncthing is an open source file synchronization program that can sync files between two or […]

Here is why App Updates from Google Play may feel like they install faster now

Google has tweaked how application updates are downloaded from the official Google Play Store. While it does not guarantee lightning speeds, the change should improve downloading for many Android users. The details: […]

Bitwarden Authenticator now lets you import TOTP tokens from other authenticator apps

Bitwarden Authenticator now lets you import TOTP tokens from other authenticator apps

Bitwarden Authenticator has added support for exporting and importing Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTPs) tokens from other apps. The news was shared by a Bitwarden employee on the company's Reddit community. In case […]

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Bitwarden launches standalone Bitwarden Authenticator app

Bitwarden has released a first public version of Bitwarden Authenticator, a two-factor authentication app for Android and iOS. The app generates codes for services, which are then required to sign to accounts. […]