Android phones are packed with features and customization options, making them incredibly versatile and user-friendly. Even seasoned Android users might not be aware of all the cool tricks their devices can perform. Here are some tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your Android phone, including some hidden gems you may...
On the streets of New York City, an interesting yet slightly unsettling trend is unfolding, where technology meets the ever-present eyes of surveillance. This is the world of the Traffic Cam Photobooth, a website brought to life by Brooklyn artist Morry Kolman. The website allows you to take selfies using the city’s traffic cameras, offering...
A new malware has been detected by security researchers that is suspected of conducting espionage. Hackers infect devices by impersonating government agencies, usually tax agencies such as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Once the malicious software is on a PC, it can gather intelligence (collecting personal data, passwords and more), download additional malicious software and...
IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER: – Holy See urges ‘moratorium’ on development of autonomous killing weapons at United Nations – Online graphic design platform hit with backlash over ‘insane’ price hikes that reach 300% – Autonomous car bombs, online recruitment: Experts worry how AI can transform terrorism The Vatican flag flies outside the United Nations headquarters on...
Have you ever felt the frustration of losing internet access while camping, hiking or living in a remote area? Whether you’re trying to connect with family, access important information or simply enjoy your favorite streaming service, losing internet access can be a real bummer. For many, this is a daily struggle. However, new technology from...
If there is something you can count on, it is that there seems to be a new scam every day. While we’ve covered different types of Social Security scams over the years, Jeanne from Hackensack, New Jersey, forwarded a new one to share with you. “I received this email (displayed below) yesterday.I did not open...
All aboard. California’s transportation landscape is getting a major upgrade as Caltrain, the oldest continuously operated railroad in the West, ushers in a new age of electric trains. This isn’t just any old train ride. It’s a journey into the future of public transit. Electric train (Caltrain) Caltrain’s electric debut Picture this. It’s a sunny...
Apple Macs have historically been targeted less by hackers than Windows devices, but this trend is shifting. In recent months, there has been an increase in malware specifically targeting macOS while leaving Windows systems unaffected. Security researchers uncovered a new threat called “Cthulhu Stealer,” which has emerged, impersonating popular apps to harvest passwords and steal...
Researchers have discovered a new way hackers could use to exploit Windows devices. They have found a vulnerability in your PC’s operating system that could let threat actors downgrade it to an older version of Windows. So, if you’re on Windows 11, they could roll it back to Windows 10, which would expose a bunch...
In our tech-driven world, batteries are the unsung heroes powering everything from your smartphone to electric cars. But here’s the catch: Traditional battery manufacturing can be pretty harsh on the environment and our health due to those problematic “forever chemicals” called PFAS. These chemicals sneak into countless everyday products and have even made their way...
