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Do you have your smartphone set to display all of your oncoming notifications on the Lock screen?
If so, you’re not alone because that’s the norm among most smartphone users.
But did you know that allowing your notifications to pop up on the Lock screen puts the security of your online accounts at risk?
What’s more, it also diminishes your privacy.
First, let’s talk about the security issue… [Read more…]
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Do you ever worry about vandals and burglars damaging or ransacking your home while you’re gone?
Unfortunately, in today’s world that is a very valid concern.
A good home security system is a great deterrent, but not every home needs a full-blown system like that.
Depending on your home’s size and layout, an inexpensive and strategically placed IP camera
Did you know Google accounts are among the most frequently hacked accounts on the Internet?
The reason hackers love to target Google accounts is simple…
If someone manages to break into your Google account they’ll have immediate access to – and complete control over – every Google service you use. [Read more…]
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You probably know that you can share the music you’re listening to on your iPhone with others by pairing your phone with a Bluetooth speaker, but what if not everyone in the room wants to hear it?
Well, there’s a simple solution that will let other iPhone users listen to your music right along with you on their own phones. It’s a free iOS app called Audibly, and works quite well. [Read more…]
Although it can be a hassle, It sometimes becomes necessary toreset our smartphones back to the factory default settings.
Let’s face it, sometimes the operating system or an app gets so messed up that a factory reset is the only viable option for fixing the problem without sending the phone off or hiring a tech to fix it for us.
It’s also a good idea to reset your phone before giving it away or selling it to a third party, even if the recipient is someone you trust.
It’s not difficult at all to reset an Android phone or iPhone back to its factory default settings. Here’s how to do it: [Read more…]