When you log in to a public computer, such as one at a library, kiosk, or other public place, your activities could be monitored. This is because public computers are often shared by many people, and anyone with access to the computer could potentially view your browsing history, search queries, and login credentials. To protect […]

You can protect your mobile devices from loss or theft by enabling the “Find My Device” or similar tracking features available on most smartphones and tablets. These tools allow you to locate your device’s last known location, lock it remotely or even erase its data if necessitated. To activate this feature on iPhone, go to: […]

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 […]