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Google Bans 80,000 Developer Accounts, Blocks 1.75M Harmful Apps in 2025
2+ hour, 25+ min ago (237+ words) Google has shared new details about how it is strengthening security across the Android ecosystem, focusing on AI-driven protections, stricter developer policies, and expanded real-time defenses to protect users from malware, fraud, and privacy risks. Apps listed on Google Play…...
Military-Grade Certifications Explained: What It Actually Means for Your Gadgets
2+ week, 6+ day ago (399+ words) You've probably seen smartphone and laptop ads boldly claim "Military-Grade Certified. This sounds impressive, implying that the device is tough enough for battlefield use. But what does that actually mean for everyday gadgets? Is it just marketing, or does it…...
Android Strengthens Phone Theft Protection With Identity Check and Remote Lock
3+ week, 1+ day ago (288+ words) Android is rolling out a new set of theft protection updates focused on stopping unauthorized access, limiting damage after a device is stolen, and improving recovery. The changes build on existing protections and target a growing problem where phone theft…...
Switching from Safari to Chrome on iPhone Just Got Easy
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (195+ words) Google Chrome for iOS is getting a useful new feature that helps users move their Safari data directly into Chrome. The update is designed for iPhone and iPad users who want to switch browsers without using a computer. With this…...
Xâs paid verification wonât stop AI abuse â history proves it
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (666+ words) [Grok logo]Following a global backlash over Grok-generated images, particularly those involving non-consensual, sexually explicit, or misleading content, X swiftly restricted its image generation features to paid, verified users. The company positioned the change as a safety measure, arguing that…...
The future of smartphone updates: Is five years the new normal?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1083+ words) For a long time, smartphone updates were something most people didn't think about until it was already too late. You buy a phone, it works well for a year or two, and then updates slowly stop arriving. You might then…...
Windows 11's December Security Update frustrates users with noticeable performance drop
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (284+ words) Microsoft's December update for Windows 11 was meant to improve security and reliability. Instead, it has left some users complaining that their PCs feel slower than before. The issue appears to be linked to the December 2025 cumulative update, KB5072033, which was rolled…...
Dell PCs face installation failures and system freezes after Windows 11 December update
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (659+ words) [Dell PC]Several Dell PCs are facing critical issues after attempting to install Microsoft's December cumulative update KB5072033 for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2. The problems include failed installations, frequent system freezes, and a non-functional Start Menu. The update, released on December 9, has…...
Xiaomi partners with Sei to preload crypto apps on future devices
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (351+ words) Xiaomi has quietly signed a deal to preinstall new apps (bloatware) on its smartphones. Starting in 2026, the company will begin shipping new phones with a crypto wallet and discovery app developed by Sei Labs, as part of a new global…...
Beware the fake ChatGPT Atlas browser stealing account logins and saved passwords
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (241+ words) A new scam is making the rounds online, and this time it's masquerading as the ChatGPT Atlas browser. Security researchers are warning users to be careful after spotting a convincing fake version promoted through search ads'one that looks legitimate at…...