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fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Another spyware maker caught distributing fake Android snooping apps | TechCrunch

Morpheus, a new malware identified by Osservatorio Nessuno, masquerades as a phone updating app and is capable of stealing a broad range of data from an intended target's device.
Privacy professionals
Apple
fromThe Verge
5 hours ago

The US gets the worst phones

Apple and Samsung's slow innovation has created a gap in the US smartphone market compared to global competitors.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Surveillance vendors caught abusing access to telcos to track people's phone locations, researchers say | TechCrunch

Two spying campaigns exploit telecom infrastructure weaknesses to track individuals' locations, revealing ongoing vulnerabilities in global phone networks.
#waymo
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frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Waymo Teams Up With Waze To Help Cities Fix Potholes Faster

Waymo and Waze collaborate to report potholes, aiding cities in maintenance and improving road conditions for drivers and robotaxi passengers.
Roam Research
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Waymo Teams Up With Waze To Help Cities Fix Potholes Faster

Waymo and Waze collaborate to report potholes, aiding cities in maintenance and improving road conditions for drivers and robotaxi passengers.
#snapchat
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Snap Map's new 'Place Loyalty' badges will show the spots you visit most often | TechCrunch

Snapchat's new 'Place Loyalty' feature rewards frequent visitors with badges and rankings on Snap Map, enhancing user engagement.
Digital life
fromDigital Trends
3 days ago

Snapchat Place Loyalty adds a competitive twist to Snap Map

Snapchat's Place Loyalty feature gamifies location visits, allowing users to earn badges for frequenting places, enhancing social engagement with physical locations.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Snap Map's new 'Place Loyalty' badges will show the spots you visit most often | TechCrunch

Snapchat's new 'Place Loyalty' feature rewards frequent visitors with badges and rankings on Snap Map, enhancing user engagement.
Digital life
fromDigital Trends
3 days ago

Snapchat Place Loyalty adds a competitive twist to Snap Map

Snapchat's Place Loyalty feature gamifies location visits, allowing users to earn badges for frequenting places, enhancing social engagement with physical locations.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

The Trump phone still isn't real

The Trump phone's launch remains uncertain despite a new design and updated website, lacking a release date or confirmed pricing details.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Google Maps is about to get a big dose of AI | TechCrunch

Google introduces generative AI features for mapping and geospatial apps aimed at enterprise users, enhancing visualization and data analysis capabilities.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
2 days ago

How Mobile Became The Foundation Of Omnichannel Identity | AdExchanger

Identity today relies on combining various signals, with mobile devices providing crucial insights for effective marketing strategies.
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

India's App Boom Has a Revenue Problem - TechRepublic

India remains the world's largest mobile market by volume, with around 25 billion app downloads a year. Annual in-app purchase revenue passed $1 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $1.25 billion by the end of 2026.
European startups
#android
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
4 days ago

How to easily encrypt files on an Android phone - and the free app I use to do it

Encrypting files on Android is straightforward with the OpenKeyChain app, which uses public key encryption for secure file sharing.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Android's emergency alerts just got a major map upgrade - but change this setting first

Android Wireless Emergency Alerts now feature a map showing affected areas and user locations for better situational awareness.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
4 days ago

How to easily encrypt files on an Android phone - and the free app I use to do it

Encrypting files on Android is straightforward with the OpenKeyChain app, which uses public key encryption for secure file sharing.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Android's emergency alerts just got a major map upgrade - but change this setting first

Android Wireless Emergency Alerts now feature a map showing affected areas and user locations for better situational awareness.
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 days ago

There's a right way to wear your Apple Watch - and it affects your data

Wearing a smartwatch tightly improves the accuracy of health data capture, particularly for heart rate monitoring.
Apple
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Apple stops weirdly storing data that let cops spy on Signal chats

Signal's patch deletes preserved notifications and prevents future preservation for deleted apps, but user concerns about privacy remain.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

Android 17 QPR1 beta 1 is now available for Pixel users

Google released the first Android 17 QPR1 beta for Pixel 6 and newer devices, offering stable updates and bug fixes ahead of the stable release.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Google Antigravity in Crosshairs of Security Researchers, Cybercriminals

Google Antigravity's vulnerabilities have attracted both security researchers and cybercriminals, leading to risks of remote code execution and malware delivery.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
4 days ago

They Built a Legendary Privacy Tool. Now They're Sworn Enemies

GrapheneOS is highly regarded for mobile security, but its creator, Daniel Micay, has a controversial and enigmatic reputation within the cybersecurity community.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Apple just fixed an iOS flaw exploited by the FBI - here's what happened

iOS 26.4.2 fixes a vulnerability that allowed the FBI to access deleted Signal messages via push notifications.
#apple
Apple
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Apple switches CEO: What it means for the tech giant

Tim Cook will step down as Apple's CEO in September, succeeded by John Ternus, who faces challenges in maintaining Apple's competitive edge.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

iPhone with 200MP telephoto camera may not arrive until 2028

Apple is testing a 200MP rear camera for the iPhone, but it may not be released until 2028.
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Apple Maps will soon start showing ads, report claims

Apple plans to introduce advertisements in its Maps app to monetize the service, similar to Google Maps.
Apple
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

Apple Patches iOS Flaw That Stored Deleted Signal Notifications in FBI Forensic Case

Apple has released a software update to fix a flaw in iOS and iPadOS that retained deleted notifications on devices.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Apple fixes bug that cops used to extract deleted chat messages from iPhones | TechCrunch

Apple fixed a bug that allowed law enforcement to extract deleted messages from iPhones and iPads via cached notifications.
Apple
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Apple switches CEO: What it means for the tech giant

Tim Cook will step down as Apple's CEO in September, succeeded by John Ternus, who faces challenges in maintaining Apple's competitive edge.
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Apple Maps will soon start showing ads, report claims

Apple plans to introduce advertisements in its Maps app to monetize the service, similar to Google Maps.
Information security
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Brace yourself for a flood of patches in all of your tech gadgets

Mythos, Anthropic's AI model, identifies software vulnerabilities, prompting urgent updates to prevent exploitation by hackers.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

Google Wallet now tracks your flight on your home screen

Google Wallet on Android now provides live flight updates through persistent notifications for users with added boarding passes.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

2026's Breach List So Far: FBI Hacked, 1B Androids at Risk, 270M iPhones Vulnerable

2026 has seen significant cyber threats, including a major FBI hack and the discovery of the DarkSword iPhone exploit framework.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 might be made by Samsung

Qualcomm is considering Samsung for manufacturing its upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 SoCs using a 2nm process.
Photography
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Your Photos Are Probably Giving Away Your Location. Here's How to Stop That

Photos contain metadata like EXIF data, including location, which can be useful but may compromise privacy when shared.
Wearables
fromMakeUseOf
3 weeks ago

Your phone's Bluetooth is broadcasting more than you think - here's how to limit it

Bluetooth remains active and broadcasts data even when not connected, potentially allowing for tracking without user consent.
Apple
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Wearable health tech might be Tim Cook's greatest legacy

The Apple Watch has significantly influenced modern health technology and is a key part of Tim Cook's legacy at Apple.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

Samsung brings the Galaxy S26 AI features to the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold7

Samsung released One UI 8.5 beta updates for Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold7, introducing new Galaxy AI features.
#apple-maps
Apple
fromtechsciencetoday
1 week ago

Apple Maps Is Getting Ads - Here's What You Need to Know

Apple Maps is integrating advertisements into its services, providing transparency and ensuring users can differentiate between ads and non-ad results.
Apple
fromTECHBOOK
1 week ago

Apple Prepares to Introduce Ads in Maps

Apple Maps is preparing to introduce advertising features similar to Google Maps, starting with the iOS 26.5 beta version.
Apple
fromMacRumors
1 week ago

Apple Maps Ads Move Closer to Launch With iOS 26.5 Beta 2

Apple is preparing to introduce ads in the Apple Maps app with the second beta of iOS 26.5.
Apple
fromMarTech
2 weeks ago

Apple Maps' ads shift focus to context and intent | MarTech

Apple is introducing ads in Maps, creating a new competitive landscape for marketers against Google with a focus on contextual targeting.
Apple
fromMacRumors
3 weeks ago

Apple Lays Groundwork for Ads in Maps With iOS 26.5

Apple is introducing ads in Apple Maps, allowing local businesses to advertise based on user location and search terms.
Apple
fromAutoblog
4 weeks ago

There's Only One Good Thing About Apple Maps Getting Ads

Apple Maps will introduce sponsored search results on iOS and iPadOS, but not on CarPlay.
US politics
fromInvestigative Post
1 month ago

How the government can track your movements

Federal law enforcement agencies purchase location data from internet advertisers and data brokers to track individuals' phones without traditional warrants or oversight.
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

GPS Denied: Time to Upgrade

On February 28, ships navigating the Strait of Hormuz started appearing on tracking screens in places they couldn't possibly be. They appeared to be sitting on airport runways, parked on Iranian land, and clustered at nuclear power plants. More than 1,100 commercial vessels had their navigation systems scrambled in a single day following US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, bringing a waterway that handles a fifth of the world's oil exports to a halt.
Science
Privacy professionals
fromSlashGear
1 month ago

Apps That Track You: 17 Of The Worst Offenders In Privacy Invasion - SlashGear

Online privacy is compromised by data collection from apps, with Meta's platforms being significant offenders.
#google-maps
Roam Research
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Google Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions

Google Maps introduces Immersive Navigation with 3D rendering powered by Gemini AI, offering enhanced driving directions with natural voice guidance and intelligent route alternatives.
Roam Research
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Your Google Maps just got two huge upgrades - including a totally new driving experience

Google Maps introduces Ask Gemini for conversational AI-powered queries and Immersive Navigation featuring 3D driving views with enhanced visual and voice guidance.
Roam Research
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Google Maps gets Gemini-powered Ask Maps and Immersive Navigation

Google expands Gemini AI in Maps with Ask Maps feature, enabling conversational queries about places, and introduces Immersive Navigation with enhanced 3D visuals and natural guidance.
Mobile UX
fromTNW | Google
1 month ago

Google Maps launches Ask Maps

Google Maps introduces Ask Maps, a conversational AI feature, and Immersive Navigation with 3D rendering, representing the app's most significant overhaul since Street View.
Roam Research
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Google Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions

Google Maps introduces Immersive Navigation with 3D rendering powered by Gemini AI, offering enhanced driving directions with natural voice guidance and intelligent route alternatives.
Roam Research
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Your Google Maps just got two huge upgrades - including a totally new driving experience

Google Maps introduces Ask Gemini for conversational AI-powered queries and Immersive Navigation featuring 3D driving views with enhanced visual and voice guidance.
Roam Research
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Google Maps gets Gemini-powered Ask Maps and Immersive Navigation

Google expands Gemini AI in Maps with Ask Maps feature, enabling conversational queries about places, and introduces Immersive Navigation with enhanced 3D visuals and natural guidance.
Mobile UX
fromTNW | Google
1 month ago

Google Maps launches Ask Maps

Google Maps introduces Ask Maps, a conversational AI feature, and Immersive Navigation with 3D rendering, representing the app's most significant overhaul since Street View.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Google wants to integrate Nano Banana into Maps next

Google is integrating its Nano Banana AI image generator into Google Maps to create stylized images based on Street View locations.
#smartphone-privacy
Artificial intelligence
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Google overhauls its Maps app, adding in more AI features to help people get around

Google Maps is redesigning its service with Gemini AI to provide conversational recommendations and 3D navigation visualization for over 2 billion users worldwide.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Android's Find Hub adds iPhone-like luggage tracking links

Google is rolling out an Android update that includes the ability to share the location of your missing luggage with an airline. It's similar to the luggage-tracking feature Apple brought to the iPhone, allowing you to view the location of your Find Hub tag or accessory on a map, and provide your airline with a link to the information they need to track it down.
Gadgets
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Apple's new iPhone and iPad security feature limits cell networks from collecting precise location data | TechCrunch

A new iPhone and cellular iPad feature limits location precision shared with carriers to protect users' privacy without affecting apps or emergency services.
Apple
fromMobile World Live
1 month ago

Apple unveils platform allowing advertising on Maps

Apple introduced a unified platform, Apple Business, to enhance device management, operations, and customer engagement, launching on April 14 in over 200 regions.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

41 hidden Google Maps settings and features every power user should know

After writing about Google Maps for nearly 15 years, I've learned firsthand that it's packed with hidden settings, menus, and toggles. Many help you fine-tune the app to your liking, while others unlock new features you probably didn't know existed.
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#mobile-privacy
fromPCMAG
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Check Your Phone Now: These 20 Popular Apps Are Killing Your Privacy

fromSlashGear
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Changing 5 Phone Settings Can Limit The Amount Of Data Apps Collect About You - SlashGear

fromPCMAG
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Check Your Phone Now: These 20 Popular Apps Are Killing Your Privacy

fromSlashGear
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Changing 5 Phone Settings Can Limit The Amount Of Data Apps Collect About You - SlashGear

Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
2 months ago

I replaced Google Maps with a free alternative that doesn't track me (or kill my phone battery)

CoMaps provides a free, open-source, privacy-first, offline-capable map app with voice-guided directions and lower battery use than Google Maps.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Samsung starts showing a list of satellite-ready apps

Samsung phones display a curated list of satellite-ready apps accessible through Settings, showing only compatible apps from your installed collection based on your specific satellite service capabilities.
Information security
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Google expands Android theft protection features

Android 16 expands theft protection with granular Failed Authentication Lock toggles, broader biometric coverage, longer lockouts, enhanced recovery tools, and default Remote Lock in Brazil.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Android phones are getting more anti-theft features | TechCrunch

Android expands theft-protection: toggle for Failed Authentication Lock, longer lockouts, Identity Check covers all biometric apps, optional Remote Lock challenge, defaults enabled in Brazil.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
1 month ago

You can share your real-time location via Google Messages now - here's how

Google Messages now enables real-time location sharing in text messages, allowing users to share their current location with automatic updates as they move, with customizable duration options.
Apple
fromEngadget
1 month ago

How to share your location via satellite on iPhone

iPhone 14 and later models can share location via satellite when cellular and Wi-Fi are unavailable in supported regions, requiring a clear sky view and iOS 18 or newer.
Apple
fromMacRumors
2 months ago

iOS 26.3 Adds Privacy Setting to Limit Carrier Location Tracking

iOS 26.3 introduces a 'Limit Precise Location' option that restricts mobile networks to neighborhood-level device location to enhance user privacy.
Apple
fromEngadget
2 months ago

How to know if an AirTag is tracking you

Unwanted tracking alerts notify when AirTags or similar Bluetooth trackers travel with a person, enabling detection and response on iPhone and Android.
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