Girl receives a pink landline phone instead of a smartphone for Christmas.
Mom Surprised by Daughter’s Reaction to Landline Phone Gift A mother recently stirred up quite a conversation on social media after sharing her young daughter’s unexpected delight in receiving a landline phone for Christmas. Meg Kate McCallany is one of several parents in Illinois who have chosen to delay giving their kids smartphones until at […]
FCC Takes Steps to Close Smartphone Unlocking Loophole Used by Criminal Groups
FCC Takes Steps to Tackle Smartphone Theft This week, the FCC made a decisive move to close gaps in regulations that have allowed criminals to profit from stolen smartphones, which has been a growing issue fueling retail theft and organized crime networks involved in device trafficking. In a statement, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr expressed that […]
India suggests requiring smartphone manufacturers to provide source code in security reforms
India’s Smartphone Source Code Proposal Faces Pushback India’s plan to mandate that smartphone manufacturers share their source code and implement various software modifications, as part of new security measures, has sparked significant opposition from major tech companies like Apple and Samsung. These companies have argued that the proposed 83 security standards—one of which would require […]
Haribo created the top smartphone power bank. Then serious flaws surfaced.
Haribo Power Bank: Too Good to Be True? You know how they say, “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is”? Well, let’s talk about Haribo, the gummy bear brand, which recently ventured into electronics with a gummy bear-themed power bank. It grabbed attention this year for its impressive battery life, lightweight […]
Research connects early smartphone use to depression and obesity in children under 12
Parents everywhere face a tricky question: when is it the right time to give your child their first smartphone? Kids, especially tweens, often request them well before many adults feel comfortable with the idea. Yet, ongoing research raises concerns about how early smartphone access affects children’s health and behavior. A recent study adds more layers […]
Prince William shares a familiar smartphone challenge faced by his royal kids
Study Reports Link Between Smartphone Use and Health Risks Among Young People Dr. Mark Siegel has responded to a new study highlighting the potential risks of smartphones for children. He also addressed a CNN host who suggested that President Trump may have fallen asleep during a Cabinet meeting. Siegel hinted at a upcoming Fox Nation […]
Apple surpasses Samsung to take the lead as the leading smartphone seller globally
Apple Set to Overtake Samsung in Smartphone Shipments by 2025 According to a recent report, Apple is anticipated to surpass Samsung in smartphone shipments by 2025, marking the company’s return to the top after over a decade. The analysis from Counterpoint Research suggests that global smartphone shipments will see a modest increase of 3.3% from […]
Apple will top smartphone shipments in 2025 for the first time since 2011.
Apple Poised to Overtake Samsung in Smartphone Market According to a new report by Counterpoint Research, Apple is projected to reclaim its position as the largest smartphone maker in the world by 2025, surpassing Samsung in shipments for the first time in over ten years. Global smartphone shipments are anticipated to rise by 3.3% year-on-year […]
Google advises smartphone users to avoid public Wi-Fi
Be Cautious of Cyber Threats Google is advising Android users to steer clear of public Wi-Fi networks when possible. They’ve highlighted that cybercriminals can easily exploit these connections to steal sensitive banking information. This warning comes through a PSA that emphasizes the growing trend of online scams. Recent reports show that a staggering 94% of […]
Finally, discover how to prevent smartphone spam calls.
There are a few things we can always count on in life: death, taxes, and those pesky spam calls. Robocalls have surged recently, with about 2.5 billion calls made to people in the U.S. every month. Instead of just letting your phone ring incessantly, you might want to check out a free spam-blocking tool available […]