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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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Netgear Routers' Flaws Expose Users to Malware, Remote Attacks, and Surveillance

By: Ravie Lakshmanan — May 12th 2023 at 14:16
As many as five security flaws have been disclosed in Netgear RAX30 routers that could be chained to bypass authentication and achieve remote code execution. "Successful exploits could allow attackers to monitor users' internet activity, hijack internet connections, and redirect traffic to malicious websites or inject malware into network traffic," Claroty security researcher Uri Katz said in a
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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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