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Google Aims to Increase Gmail Security with BIMI

Google wants to increase your security in Gmail by adding Brand Indicators for Message Identification (BIMI) to your inbox.

Microsoft Recommends Users Disable Print Spooler to Avoid Exploit

Microsoft is recommending that users disable the Windows Print Spooler after the third exploit in five weeks was discovered.

iOS Facebook Messenger App Updated with Soundmojis

The Facebook messenger app for iOS has added sound emojis or “Soundmojis.” Read on to find out all about Messenger’s newest feature.

Twitter Found to Have Verified Six Fake Accounts

A data scientist announced that fake accounts were found on Twitter and were bearing the blue checkmark showing they’ve been verified.

Apple AirPods Appear to Be Target of Right-to-Repair Push

AirPods are seen as somewhat of the focus in right-to-repair legislation, with users saying battery life gets reduced to one hour.

Advertisers Jumping from Apple to Android Because of Privacy

Apple’s new privacy policy has already caused such a shift that advertisers are shying away from Apple, landing on Android.

iPhone Wi-Fi Bug Renders iPhone Unable to Connect

A new iPhone Wi-Fi bug has been discovered that makes any iPhone it comes near unable to connect to Wi-Fi. It’s the second in a few weeks.

New Alexa Skill, Reading Sidekick, Helps Kids Learn to Read

Parents can get a little help with Reading Sidekick, an Alexa skill that reads with children, teaching them the value of reading for fun.

Linux 5.13 Brings Support for M1 Macs

M1 Macs changed the game for Apple, and now they’re changing the game for Linux. Linux Kernel 5.13 is bringing support for M1 Macs.

Microsoft Formally Announces Windows 11 Is Arriving by the Holidays

The rumors are true. Microsoft announced that Windows 11 would be released by the holidays. Find out what it’s all about.

Windows Users Tricked into Ransomware Attack at Call Centers

The newest attack point for ransomware is call centers, carried out by the BazarCall group. Will this forcce Microsoft to amp up its game?

Brave Introduces Private Brave Search Engine

It was revealed this week that the Brave search engine is now in beta and is available in the Brave brwoser and others.

APK Shows Google May Add “Find Device Network”

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, it rings true with a recent indication that Google may be working on a “Find Device Network.”

Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report Shows Largest Uptick

With the MIcrosoft Vulnerabilities Report showing the largest uptick since the report back, who could blame Microsoft for moving on?

“Vigilante Malware” Blocks Software Piracy Sites

The Vigilante Malware doesn’t steal your data or make money – it looks to prevent infected computers from visiting software piracy sites.

Microsoft Reveals Windows 10 Will Retire in 2025

With rumors that Windows 11 will be introduced on June 24, it was also revealed that Windows 10 will officially retire in 2025.

Legislation to Break Up Tech Monopolies Inching Closer

A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced legislation that would break up the tech monopolies of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google.

Could Digital Driver’s Licenses Mean Digital Wallets for All?

Apple announced it will bring digital driver’s licenses in iOS 15, but will this lead to complete digital wallets for all?

Mass Internet Outage Caused by Fastly Customer

After a mass Internet outage on Tuesday, Fastly announced one of its customers changing settings was to blame.

iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey to Bring Connection, Privacy, Focus

Apple introduced iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS Monterey at the 2021 WWDC Keynote on Monday. Learn all about the exciting changes.

California Permits Autonomous Cars to Charge Passengers

A small step was taken in California when an autonomous car company was given permission to charge passengers for rides in its cars.

Could We See Windows 11 at June 24 Event?

This new Windows update seems different. Micorsoft announced a June 24 event, and the imagery looks like Windows 11 will be announced.

Charge Batteries via USB with the ReVolt

You won’t have to buy batteries again if you get the ReVolt – you can charge it with any USB charging method to keep your devices powered.

Apps in M1 iPad Pros Limited to Using 5GB RAM

iPadOS limits apps to only using 5GB RAM, whether they’re used on iPads or iPad Pros with M1 chips. All that great power is being wasted.

Rumors: “Nintendo Switch Pro” to Be Released in the Fall

Rumors state the “Nintendo Switch Pro” could be released as soon as September and announced before this year’s E3.

Google Finally Releases Fuchsia, Lands on 1st-Gen Nest Hub

The long-rumored Android replacement, Fuchsia, has finally been released by, but to a 1st-Gen Google Nest Hub instead of an Android device.

Third macOS Zero-Day Attack Takes Advantage through Safari

A third zero-day attack on macOs in less than a year has been identified. It attacks users in several ways through Safari and other browsers.

Twitter Removes Photo-Cropping Algorithm After Racial Bias Analysis

After complaints that its photo-cropping algorithm showed a racial bias, Twitter is removing the tool and letting users crop the photos.

Microsoft Will Retire Internet Explorer Desktop in 2022

Microsoft dropped the announced that it will officially retire the Internet Explorer desktop application in June 2022, pushing Edge as a replacement.

Google I0 2021 Brings Android 12 Beta and More

Google released changes to many of its products at Google IO 2021. Perhaps one of the most significant changes is what Android 12 will bring.

The Dangers of Sending a Text with Android Messages App

It’s easy to send a text through the Android Messages app, but it has known security vulnerabilities and the fix isn’t coming anytime soon.

Motorola Will Add Over-the-Air Wireless Technology to Its Devices

Motorola has signed on with GuRu Wireless, agreeing to add its over-the-air wireless technology to its smartphones and other devices.

Attorneys General Fight Launch of Instagram Kids

Several state attorneys general wrote a letter to press Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to not launch Instagram Kids as planned.

FBI Confirms Darkside Behind Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack

After the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack affecting one of the largest U.S. pipelines, the FBI blamed the Darkside group.

Apple Gave Private iPad Multitasking Camera Access to Zoom

An app developer discovered Apple gave Zoom access to the iPad multitasking camera that no other third-party video conferencing app has.

Google Announces It Will Begin Using 2SV Automatically

Google agrees with two-step verification so much that it plans to automatically use 2SV on all accounts instead of leaving it as an option.

Peloton User Accounts Subjected to Data Leaks

A security researcher discovered the user accounts of Peloton fitness equipment were subject to data leaks, and the company took no action.

2FA and Recycled Phone Numbers Are a Security Risk

Have you changed your phone number? Researchers have learned that 2FA can lead to spammed accounts with recycled phone numbers.

Apple Indicates It Fixed Podcasts App After iOS 14.5 Broke It

Apple indicates it fixed the issues with the Podcasts app after the iOS 14.5 update, but did it harm its chances for Podcasts subscriptions?

Facebook Suggests It Could Start Charging Because of iOS 14.5

Facebook has been complaining about Apple’s iOS 14.5 change, and now that it has rolled out, Facebook is suggesting it may have to start charging.

Android to Expand Earthquake Alerts and Detection

Google is expanding Android earthquake alerts and detection to more locations domestically and internationally starting in May.

T-Mobile SyncUP TRACKER Joins AirTag and Others

T-Mobile announced the SyncUP TRACKER, joining the Samsung SmartThings Tracker, the Apple AirTag, and the Tile. It’s a crowded field.

Google Ignores Android Contact Tracing App Privacy Flaw

Researchers have found a privacy flaw in the Android contact tracing app meant to warn users when they come in contact with a case of COVID.

Mobile Facebook Now Includes Spotify Miniplayer

After it appeared it was left out of recent plans, Spotify announced adding a miniplayer to the mobile Facebook apps to play shared content.

Podcasts Boom Inspires Options for Facebook, Apple

Facebook and Apple noticed the pandemic-related boon with podcasts. They have each created upcoming options to take advantage of it.

Amazon One Palm Reader Payments to Hit More Stores

The Amazon One payment method relies on a palm reader technology. Amazon plans to expand the service and roll it out to more stores.

Apple Announces New iMacs and iPad Pros with M1

While much of the Apple releases had already been leaked, the big news was that the M1 chip would be in both the new iMacs and iPad Pros.