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Google says an app that tracks Saudi women’s whereabouts doesn’t violate its terms

An app that tracks the whereabouts of Saudi women doesn't violate the Play Store's terms, according to Google.

Williams PelegrinMarch 4, 2019565 shares

At least 11 popular apps are secretly giving your private data to Facebook

The Wall Street Journal exposes how at least 11 very popular apps are secretly giving your private data to Facebook.

C. Scott BrownFebruary 22, 2019346 shares

Facebook is paying people to install an invasive app (Update: Apps shutting down)

Facebook is pulling all market research apps from the Play Store and also ending its Onavo Protect VPN app.

Hadlee SimonsFebruary 22, 2019376 shares

Gary Explains: Is your smartphone spying on you?

Digital privacy is a hot topic. We have moved into an era where almost everyone carries a connected device. That raises the question, is your phone being used to spy on you?

Gary SimsFebruary 18, 2019401 shares

Here’s how to lock files and apps with your fingerprint

Need to keep specific apps and files away from prying eyes? We show you how to hide them behind a fingerprint.

Hadlee SimonsFebruary 10, 2019527 shares

How to tweak your Instagram privacy settings

If you're concerned about your Instagram privacy, here are some helpful tips to make your content more secure on the Facebook-owned social network.

C. Scott BrownFebruary 1, 2019264 shares

How to block a phone number on your Android phone

In this post, we'll teach you how to block a phone number on your Android device!

Team AAJanuary 27, 20191768 shares

US Court: Police can’t force people to unlock their phone with biometrics

A California judge says U.S. citizens don’t need to supply their fingerprint or face to unlock their phone even when a search is granted via warrant.

Eric ZemanJanuary 15, 2019851 shares

Google now brings privacy controls to apps, no need to visit Google Account page

The new privacy controls are available in Google Search on desktop and mobile starting today.

Williams PelegrinOctober 24, 2018138 shares

‘Reinstall me!’: Apps may soon haunt you with ads after uninstalling them

Uninstalled an app because of annoying ads? Well, a new tool means that may not be the last you hear of them...

Hadlee SimonsOctober 24, 20181436 shares

End of the line!

… this isn't the forums?

Samsung Galaxy Fold hands-on: Amazing, and equally concerning

Samsung Galaxy Fold issues: What’s happening, what can Samsung do about it?

Oppo Reno hands-on: A shark-fin selfie shooter and 10x hybrid zoom

Huawei P30 Pro camera review: Next level optics, low-light king