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Category: Privacy

Google’s Pixel 7a Update Mess Is Peak Pixel
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Google’s Pixel 7a Update Mess Is Peak Pixel

Google’s Pixel 7a was left out of the major December 2025 Android 16 QPR2 update. The reason appears to be a critical Wi-Fi stability bug, but the company’s communication has been a mess, relying on AI chat support to deliver the news.

by Elijah PorterDecember 4, 2025
A Popular YouTube App Got Hacked. Here’s What You Need to Do.
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A Popular YouTube App Got Hacked. Here’s What You Need to Do.

The developer of SmartTube confirmed his computer was infected, leading to a malicious version of the app. Google Play Protect flagged it, and the old version is now abandoned. You need to switch to the new build.

by Elijah PorterDecember 4, 2025
Could a Supreme Court Case Really Turn Off Your Internet?
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Could a Supreme Court Case Really Turn Off Your Internet?

A massive legal battle over copyright infringement has internet providers and Big Tech worried. The Supreme Court’s decision could force ISPs to police users aggressively or cut them off, changing how we all get online.

by Elijah PorterDecember 2, 2025
When Phone Hacks Fail, Border Patrol Goes Straight to the Cloud
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When Phone Hacks Fail, Border Patrol Goes Straight to the Cloud

Border Patrol agents are spending millions on phone hacking tools, but they don’t always work. A new warrant shows their fallback plan: go straight to Apple with a court order for iCloud data. It’s part of a massive increase in digital searches at the border.

by Elijah PorterDecember 2, 2025
Firefox is building a backup life raft for Windows 10 holdouts
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Firefox is building a backup life raft for Windows 10 holdouts

Mozilla is developing a “Firefox Backup” tool to help users moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11 protect their browser data. The feature, spotted in testing, offers both local and cloud backup options to simplify a traditionally messy process. It’s a clear play to reduce user churn during a major pl

by Aaron ValeDecember 2, 2025
Samsung’s new One UI 8.5 feature is an ad-blocking game-changer
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Samsung’s new One UI 8.5 feature is an ad-blocking game-changer

Samsung’s upcoming One UI 8.5 update is set to include a powerful, system-level tool to block apps with excessive ads. It promises to automatically curb notification spam and improve battery life. The first public beta could roll out as soon as December 8.

by Aaron ValeDecember 1, 2025
Your Encrypted Work Texts Aren’t So Private Anymore
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Your Encrypted Work Texts Aren’t So Private Anymore

A new Android enterprise update introduces RCS Archival, allowing organizations to intercept and retain messages sent via Google Messages on managed devices. While encryption protects messages in transit, they become fully viewable for company records once received.

by Elijah PorterDecember 1, 2025
Europol Shuts Down Cryptomixer, a $1.5 Billion Crypto Laundering Hub
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Europol Shuts Down Cryptomixer, a $1.5 Billion Crypto Laundering Hub

Europol has led an operation to dismantle the illegal cryptocurrency mixing service Cryptomixer. The service, active since 2016, was used to launder over €1.3 billion in Bitcoin for serious criminal enterprises.

by Aaron ValeDecember 1, 2025
Israel bans Android phones for senior military officers
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Israel bans Android phones for senior military officers

In a major policy shift, the Israel Defense Forces is expanding a mobile device ban to require senior officers to use only iPhones. The move is driven by the assumption that Apple’s platform offers greater security and easier control than Android.

by Aaron ValeDecember 1, 2025
Brsk confirms major customer data breach affecting 230,000+
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Brsk confirms major customer data breach affecting 230,000+

UK telco Brsk is investigating a major data breach after cybercriminals advertised 230,105 stolen customer records for sale. The data includes full names, addresses, phone numbers, and indicators of whether customers are considered vulnerable. Brsk has confirmed the breach and is offering affected c

by Elijah PorterNovember 28, 2025

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