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New phone—who dis—don’t let your old phone spill your secrets

You’ve got that new phone feeling—sleek, fast, and ready for all your adventures. But before you trade in your old device, sell it to a friend, or send it to the great electronic recycling bin in the sky, you’ve got to do one crucial thing: remove your personal information. Your phone is a digital vault, […]

The fast, fun, and (sometimes) risky world of mobile payment apps

Mobile payment apps like Zelle, Venmo, and Cash App have completely changed the game. Need to split the dinner bill with friends? Instantly pay your roommate for rent? Send some cash to your kid at college? These apps make it a breeze. They’re convenient, fast, and easy to use. But that speed and ease also […]

Why you must wipe your old phone before you let it go!

Got an old smartphone gathering dust in a drawer? Maybe you’re thinking of donating it, selling it online, or just recycling it. That’s a great idea! But before you hand that device over, there’s one absolutely critical step you must take to protect your privacy: completely wipe the data off of it and reset the […]

Juice jacking alert: why public chargers can be dangerous

Our smartphones are practically glued to our hands, and there’s nothing worse than seeing that battery icon turn red when you’re out and about. So, when you spot a public charging station at an airport, a coffee shop, or even a USB port on a computer in a library, it feels like a lifesaver, right? […]

How to dodge malicious apps and keep your data safe

Hey everyone! Our smartphones and tablets are packed with amazing apps that help us do everything from banking and shopping to staying connected with friends and playing games. Apps make our lives easier, more fun, and more productive. But here’s the catch: not all apps are created equal, and some of them are downright malicious! […]

Why changing your android device name boosts privacy

Remember when you first set up your Android phone? You were probably excited to get started, downloading apps and customizing everything. And chances are, when it asked you for a device name, you might have just typed in your own name, like “John’s Pixel” or “Sarah’s Galaxy.” It seemed harmless enough at the time, right? […]