Would it be any easier for the FBI to crack Android?
Much has been written about the massive fight between the FBI and Apple over encryption in the high-profile San Bernardino shooting case. Apple has won the …
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How to add Android N’s best new features to your phone right now
Android 6.0 Marshmallow was announced nearly six months ago and according to Google, it has only found its way to 2.3% of Android devices so …
Would AT&T really go this far to undermine Google’s control of Android?
When you think of Google’s major rivals, you typically think of Apple, Microsoft, Facebook and maybe even Amazon. But what about AT&T? A new report …
Nintendo’s first iOS and Android app launches in the U.S. on March 31st
Nintendo’s first smartphone app is coming west. On Tuesday, Nintendo announced that Miitomo will launch in the United States on Thursday, March 31st. That will also mark …
Apple Music just got a new feature on Android that’s not coming to iOS any time soon
Not long ago, Apple brought its Apple Music app to Android. Having to compete with established powerhouses like Spotify and Pandora, Apple knew it would be …
Critical Android bug can permanently compromise Nexus and other devices
Another day, another big Android vulnerability revealed. A report from security firm Lookout informs us of a new threat that can permanently “compromise” a device, including …
Hilarious: Google Now offers tips for pirating ‘Deadpool’
Google Now is arguably the best thing about using an Android phone. If you give it permission, Google will track everything about you, extract the …
What it’s like living with a $20 Android phone
Android phones aren’t all glitzy flagship devices like the Galaxy S7 edge and the LG G5. In fact, the majority of Android phones out there …
There’s really no excuse for buying a mid-range Android phone anymore
It finally happened. On Monday, March 21st 2016 A.D., Apple launched the affordable iPhone you’ve wanted all along. The iPhone SE is a beautiful all glass and aluminum smartphone …
How to join Snapchat’s Android beta and get new features before anyone else
Snapchat isn’t just for sexting anymore… it’s also for throwing up rainbows. Joking aside, Snapchat has become a force to be reckoned with in the …
This is exactly the kind of encrypted iPhone app you can use to hide from the FBI
If the FBI has its way in court, Apple will be forced to hack its mobile operating system and create a backdoor for iOS that would …
5 free apps for iPhone and Android that will actually change your life
When it comes to making significant positive changes in your life, there’s only one thing that can make any effort a success: willpower. The simple fact …
Waze, the world’s best navigation app, can now see the future
Google’s Waze is a handy navigation app that will tell you all you need to know about local traffic to speed up your commute while …
Actually, closing your apps might be making your battery life worse
I have a confession to make: I’m an app closer. The iPhone 6s is my main smartphone and it’s so fast that opening apps from …
Netflix wants to help you fight back against cellular data caps
If you want to stream movies and TV shows from Netflix to your smartphone or tablet right now without having to worry about data caps …
Almost every iPhone on the planet is encrypted; almost no Android phones are
Android fragmentation isn’t just annoying for users, it’s also bad for their security. If you want proof of this, then look no further than the following …
As iOS 9 adoption reaches 79%, most Android users are still running a painfully old OS
Earlier today, Apple updated its App Store dashboard and revealed that iOS 9 adoption has now jumped up to 79%, a slight increase from when …
Unboxing video reveals the wonders of a $4 Android phone
Last month we told you about a new Android phone called the Freedom 251 that costs as much as a cup of coffee. This particular …
World’s most popular version of Android is finally less than two years old
In late October back in 2014, Google released its hotly anticipated Android 5.0 Lollipop update to the general public. Now, more than 16 months later, …
There’s only one way to truly protect your smartphone from drops
Whether you pay for your smartphone in full up front or over time in smaller installments, it’s a major investment. High-end smartphones can even cost even …
Half a billion Android devices are impacted by the latest evolution of mobile malware
The latest malware scare might be the most terrifying to date. Mobile security company Skycure co-founders Adi Sharabani and Yair Amit announced at the RSA conference …
Serious smartphone security mistakes you need to stop making immediately
One of the biggest stories in tech right now is the ongoing battle between Apple, the FBI and the U.S. government. The FBI is now …
This is a sinister solution for killing voicemail, and I can’t wait to try it
Like the rotary phone and soon, the gasoline powered car, voicemail’s time has come and gone. We need to kill it. No one wants to hear …
How to get hundreds of paid Android apps and games for free
Android users, we don’t want you to feel neglected. We always try to help out with useful tips like when we recently told you about three …
The latest Android commercial takes a big shot at Apple
On Sunday night, capitalizing on the huge audience that tuned in for the 88th Academy Awards, Google debuted a new Android commercial that has everyone …
A secret Google search feature every Android user should know about
We regularly share hidden iPhone features with readers for one simple reason: there’s so much functionality packed into Apple’s iPhone that it’s impossible for anyone to …
The MWC product that I want the most right now… and it’s not a phone
This year’s Mobile World Congress was rich in announcements, especially for top mobile hardware from some of the most important players in the market. But the …
Netflix on iPhone is about to get a lot better
Netflix is not done improving its service. After expanding its reach to over 130 more markets, and after completing its full transition to the cloud, …
Meet the sleek external battery your iPhone deserves
While Apple is busy building unsightly humpbacked battery packs, other companies in the market haven’t broken stride. There is little question that Apple stands to steal …
Study finds that Android accounts for 85% of all device failures
In 2016, you might be forgiven for thinking we’ve reached smartphone parity. After all, the difference between an iPhone and a flagship Android device arguably …
