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The US Is Considering a TP-Link Router Ban—Should You Worry?

By: Simon Hill — February 21st 2025 at 13:30
Several government departments are investigating TP-Link routers over Chinese cyberattack fears, but the company denies links.
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Poker Cheaters Allegedly Use Tiny Hidden Cameras to Spot Dealt Cards

By: Ben Dowsett — December 10th 2024 at 12:30
Several recent schemes were uncovered involving poker players at casinos allegedly using miniature cameras, concealed in personal electronics, to spot cards. Should players everywhere be concerned?
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Are You Being Tracked by an AirTag? Here’s How to Check

By: Reece Rogers — December 2nd 2024 at 14:00
If you’re worried that one of Apple’s trackers is following you without consent, try these tips.
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Emergency Vehicle Lights Can Screw Up a Car's Automated Driving System

By: Aarian Marshall — November 26th 2024 at 12:00
Newly published research finds that the flashing lights on police cruisers and ambulances can cause “digital epileptic seizures” in image-based automated driving systems, potentially risking wrecks.
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These Guys Hacked AirPods to Give Their Grandmas Hearing Aids

By: Matt Burgess, Lily Hay Newman — November 13th 2024 at 19:07
Three technologists in India used a homemade Faraday cage and a microwave oven to get around Apple’s location blocks.
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Your Phone Won’t Be the Next Exploding Pager

By: Lily Hay Newman, Matt Burgess — September 19th 2024 at 13:57
Thousands of beepers and two-way radios exploded in attacks against Hezbollah, but mainstream consumer devices like smartphones aren’t likely to be weaponized the same way.
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Want to Win a Bike Race? Hack Your Rival’s Wireless Shifters

By: Andy Greenberg — August 14th 2024 at 11:00
Please don’t, actually. But do update your Shimano Di2 shifters’ software to prevent a new radio-based form of cycling sabotage.
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How to Remove Your Personal Info From Google’s Search Results

By: Reece Rogers — May 20th 2024 at 11:00
Maybe you don’t want your phone number, email, home address, and other details out there for all the web to see. Here’s how to make them vanish.
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Android Update: Theft Detection Lock Knows When Your Phone Is Stolen

By: Matt Burgess — May 15th 2024 at 17:00
Google is introducing new AI-powered safety tools in Android 15 that can lock down your phone if thieves nab it.
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AI Scam Calls: How to Protect Yourself, How to Detect

By: Reece Rogers — April 8th 2024 at 11:30
AI tools are getting better at cloning people’s voices, and scammers are using these new capabilities to commit fraud. Avoid getting swindled by following these expert tips.
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5 Best VPN Services (2024): For Routers, PC, iPhone, Android, and More

By: Scott Gilbertson — February 27th 2024 at 14:00
It won’t solve all of your privacy problems, but a virtual private network can make you a less tempting target for hackers.
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Apple iOS 17.3: How to Turn on iPhone's New Stolen Device Protection

By: Matt Burgess — January 22nd 2024 at 18:43
Apple’s iOS 17.3 introduces Stolen Device Protection to iPhones, which could stop phone thieves from taking over your accounts. Here’s how to enable it right now.
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How to Opt Out of Comcast’s Xfinity Storing Your Sensitive Data

By: Reece Rogers — January 19th 2024 at 13:00
One of America’s largest internet providers may collect data about your political beliefs, race, and sexual orientation to serve personalized ads.
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9 Best Password Managers (2024): Features, Pricing, and Tips

By: Scott Gilbertson — April 28th 2024 at 13:00
Keep your logins locked down with our favorite password management apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers.
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You Don’t Need to Turn Off Apple’s NameDrop Feature in iOS 17

By: Reece Rogers — November 27th 2023 at 15:15
Yes, your iPhone automatically turns on NameDrop with the latest software update. But you shouldn’t really be worried about it—regardless of what the police are saying.
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How to Get Facebook Without Ads—if It’s Available for You

By: Reece Rogers — November 9th 2023 at 16:18
Meta now offers users an ad-free option, but it’s only available in Europe for those who can afford the €10-a-month subscription.
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How to Stop Google Bard From Storing Your Data and Location

By: Reece Rogers — October 1st 2023 at 12:00
Checking out this AI chatbot's new features? Make sure to keep these privacy tips in mind during your interactions.
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Facebook Trains Its AI on Your Data. Opting Out May Be Futile

By: Reece Rogers — September 7th 2023 at 12:00
Here's how to request that your personal information not be used to train Meta's AI model. "Request" is the operative word here.
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Social Media and Mental Health

By: Pia Ceres — August 23rd 2023 at 12:00
Here’s what the science really says about teens and screens—and how to start the conversation with young people of any age.
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The Most Popular Digital Abortion Clinics, Ranked by Data Privacy

By: Kristen Poli — August 21st 2023 at 12:00
Telehealth companies that provide abortion pills are surging in popularity. Which are as safe as they claim to be?
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Google's New Feature Ensures Your Pixel Phone Hasn't Been Hacked. Here’s How It Works

By: David Nield — August 20th 2023 at 12:00
Pixel Binary Transparency is the latest security benefit for Pixel owners.
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How to Remove Your Personal Info From Google by Using Its ‘Results About You’ Tool

By: Reece Rogers — September 3rd 2023 at 12:00
You can now set up alerts for whenever your home address, phone number, and email address appears in Search.
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How to Automatically Delete Passcode Texts on Android and iOS

By: David Nield — August 6th 2023 at 11:00
Here’s one simple way to reduce your security risk while logging in.
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The Best Personal Safety Devices, Apps, and Wearables (2024)

By: Medea Giordano — April 11th 2024 at 14:30
Your smartphone or wearable could help you out in a truly dangerous situation. Here are some options to consider.
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How to Use Discord’s Family Center With Your Teens

By: Reece Rogers — July 11th 2023 at 15:00
The popular communication platform launched a new child safety tool for parents. Here’s what the feature does (and doesn’t) include.
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How Threads' Privacy Policy Compares to Twitter's (and Its Rivals')

By: Reece Rogers — July 6th 2023 at 23:46
Want to try out Meta’s new social media app? Here’s more context on what personal data is collected by Threads and similar social media apps.
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5 Ways to Make Your Instant Messaging More Secure

By: David Nield — June 25th 2023 at 11:00
Make sure your chats are kept as private as you want them to be.
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How to Stop Google From Deleting Your Inactive Account

By: Reece Rogers — November 25th 2023 at 14:00
Your inactive profiles, like Gmail or Docs, could turn into digital dust later this year. A few clicks can save them.
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Your Twitter Feed Sucks Now. These Free Add-Ons Can Help

By: Justin Pot — May 7th 2023 at 12:00
A  few simple tools can help filter out most Twitter Blue users (but still see the ones you like).
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How You Can Tell the AI Images of Trump’s Arrest Are Deepfakes

By: Reece Rogers — March 21st 2023 at 23:31
Doctored images of the former US president went viral on Twitter. These are the telltale signs that they aren’t what they seem.
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What to Do When Your Boss Is Spying on You

By: Omar L. Gallaga — March 4th 2023 at 13:00
Employee monitoring increased with Covid-19’s remote work—and stuck around for back-to-the-office.
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