Lots of smartphone users switch their display to dark mode because they find it easier on the eyes. But, it can conserve your battery life, too. Organic light-emitting diode (OLED) devices use individual light-emitting diodes to light the screen, which means that less electricity is used in dark mode because fewer bulbs are at work. […]

Many establishments like airports have charging stations with USB plugs that you can use to charge vapes, e-readers, laptops, tablets and phones. However, threat actors can load malware onto these ports to “juice-jack” — accessing and stealing data from devices being charged. Carry a charged portable power bank with you to charge your devices on […]

It’s advisable not to let the battery drop below 20% before charging it. Then, avoid charging it beyond 80%. This may seem counterintuitive, but charging a mobile phone to 100% can put the battery under extra stress, which can cause damage to the hardware.

Scanning applications for smartphones use the device’s camera to scan the physical copy and convert it to a PDF file you can send via email or a messaging app or save to your cloud. They also adjust and enhance the image. Adobe has Android and Apple-friendly versions. Additionally, these apps often provide features like text […]

Public spaces such as hotels, libraries, and cafes often provide computers for customer use. However, it’s important to remember that the security of these systems may not be reliable. They might not have up-to-date operating systems or the latest antivirus software. Moreover, these computers could potentially be infected by cybercriminals with harmful viruses or malicious […]

If you’re the type of person who carries around a lot of sensitive information on any type of external storage medium, encrypt it and add password protection. That way, if you lose it or a criminal steals it, the information inside can’t be read. Consider using reputable encryption software to further secure your digital assets […]