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US FCC Reportedly Moves to Bar Chinese Labs From Certifying US-Bound Devices Including Smartphones, Laptops
FCC reportedly voted unanimously to advance a proposal to bar all Chinese labs from testing electronic devices meant to be used in the US. About 75 percent of all US electronics are tested in China, and the agency wants to adopt a new approval process for devices tested in US labs or labs from other countries that are not seen as security ...
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How to Enable Advanced Protection on Your Android Phone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google introduced Advanced Protection for Android devices with the Android 16 update in June 2025. The functionality was rolled out with the claim that it would help curb online scams and fraud. The smartphones that have Advanced Protection enabled are capable of automatically identifying and blocking malicious websites that have previously been re...
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Google Showcases Verified Email Feature Designed to Speed Up Android App Signups
Google is testing a Verified Email system on Android that could remove the need for OTPs and email links during app sign-ups. According to Android Developers, the feature uses Credential Manager to confirm a user’s email instantly through a secure on-device credential. A native prompt lets users approve access in one tap. The system can also supp...
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How to Find and Erase a Lost Android Phone Using Find Hub: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google’s Find Hub lets you locate, lock, or erase a lost Android phone remotely using a browser or another device. After signing in, you can view its location, make it ring, or secure it with a new lock. If recovery is not possible, you can erase all data. The phone must be on, connected to the internet, and have Find Hub enabled. Even if offline...
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WhatsApp Username Feature Reportedly Rolling Out to Some Users on iOS, Android
WhatsApp has started rolling out the usernames feature, allowing users to create unique usernames, according to a report. This is said to be a privacy and security measure, which will let users share their usernames instead of phone numbers with others. The feature is reportedly live on WhatsApp for Android and iOS apps. The instant messaging platf...
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Meta Reportedly Warns WhatsApp Users About Fake App Spying on Android, iPhone Users
Meta issued a statement on Wednesday to warn Android and iPhone users about a fake WhatsApp app that was being used for spying on users, according to a report. The US-based tech giant reportedly said that the spyware targeted about 200 Android and iPhone users in Italy. The fake WhatsApp was created by Asigint, which is part of Italy’s Cantu-base...
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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Google Announces New Sideloading Rules for Android With Developer Verification, Security Delay
Google on Thursday announced its new sideloading flow for Android devices, aimed at curbing malware across its ecosystem. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the changes include stricter controls on app sideloading, requiring developers to verify their identity before distributing apps outside the Play Store. In addition, Google is adding an...
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OnePlus 15, OnePlus 13s Receive Latest OxygenOS 16 Update in India With March 2026 Security Fixes
OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 13s smartphones have started receiving OxygenOS 16.0.5.700 software update in India. The update comes with the March 2026 Android security patch. The OxygenOS 16.0.5.700 for the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 13s allow users to start multiple timers simultaneously for more efficient multitasking. Timers now display estimated stop tim...
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WhatsApp Rolling Out Guest Chats for Temporary Conversations With Non-WhatsApp Users in Beta: Report
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that enables users to send messages to those people who do not have a WhatsApp account, according to a feature tracker. The feature, dubbed Guest Chats, allows non-WhatsApp users to join the chat via a secure web link, eliminating the need to specifically create a WhatsApp account. Such chats are said to levera...
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US FCC Reportedly Moves to Bar Chinese Labs From Certifying US-Bound Devices Including Smartphones, Laptops
FCC reportedly voted unanimously to advance a proposal to bar all Chinese labs from testing electronic devices meant to be used in the US. About 75 percent of all US electronics are tested in China, and the agency wants to adopt a new approval process for devices tested in US labs or labs from other countries that are not seen as security ...
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How to Enable Advanced Protection on Your Android Phone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google introduced Advanced Protection for Android devices with the Android 16 update in June 2025. The functionality was rolled out with the claim that it would help curb online scams and fraud. The smartphones that have Advanced Protection enabled are capable of automatically identifying and blocking malicious websites that have previously been re...
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Google Showcases Verified Email Feature Designed to Speed Up Android App Signups
Google is testing a Verified Email system on Android that could remove the need for OTPs and email links during app sign-ups. According to Android Developers, the feature uses Credential Manager to confirm a user’s email instantly through a secure on-device credential. A native prompt lets users approve access in one tap. The system can also supp...
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How to Find and Erase a Lost Android Phone Using Find Hub: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google’s Find Hub lets you locate, lock, or erase a lost Android phone remotely using a browser or another device. After signing in, you can view its location, make it ring, or secure it with a new lock. If recovery is not possible, you can erase all data. The phone must be on, connected to the internet, and have Find Hub enabled. Even if offline...
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WhatsApp Username Feature Reportedly Rolling Out to Some Users on iOS, Android
WhatsApp has started rolling out the usernames feature, allowing users to create unique usernames, according to a report. This is said to be a privacy and security measure, which will let users share their usernames instead of phone numbers with others. The feature is reportedly live on WhatsApp for Android and iOS apps. The instant messaging platf...
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Meta Reportedly Warns WhatsApp Users About Fake App Spying on Android, iPhone Users
Meta issued a statement on Wednesday to warn Android and iPhone users about a fake WhatsApp app that was being used for spying on users, according to a report. The US-based tech giant reportedly said that the spyware targeted about 200 Android and iPhone users in Italy. The fake WhatsApp was created by Asigint, which is part of Italy’s Cantu-base...
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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Google Announces New Sideloading Rules for Android With Developer Verification, Security Delay
Google on Thursday announced its new sideloading flow for Android devices, aimed at curbing malware across its ecosystem. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the changes include stricter controls on app sideloading, requiring developers to verify their identity before distributing apps outside the Play Store. In addition, Google is adding an...
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OnePlus 15, OnePlus 13s Receive Latest OxygenOS 16 Update in India With March 2026 Security Fixes
OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 13s smartphones have started receiving OxygenOS 16.0.5.700 software update in India. The update comes with the March 2026 Android security patch. The OxygenOS 16.0.5.700 for the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 13s allow users to start multiple timers simultaneously for more efficient multitasking. Timers now display estimated stop tim...
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WhatsApp Rolling Out Guest Chats for Temporary Conversations With Non-WhatsApp Users in Beta: Report
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that enables users to send messages to those people who do not have a WhatsApp account, according to a feature tracker. The feature, dubbed Guest Chats, allows non-WhatsApp users to join the chat via a secure web link, eliminating the need to specifically create a WhatsApp account. Such chats are said to levera...
