News about: Privacy

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Mobile

Pixel's Take a Message Feature has a bug that is listening on you

Some Pixel users are reporting that the Take a Message feature is letting callers hear them instead of recording their message. Turning off the feature may be the best solution.

posted on 01/22/2026
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Mobile Technology

Google's Smart Glasses App: Conversation Detection and Secure Data Management

The Google smart glasses app might get new features such as conversation detection and improved data security. Learn more about these exciting features.

posted on 01/14/2026
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Mobile Tech

Apple Resists India's Source Code Request: Security vs. Privacy

Apple and other tech giants are pushing back against the Indian government's request for source code access, citing security and intellectual property concerns.

posted on 01/12/2026
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Mobile

Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus Could Feature Privacy Display, Leak Suggests

The Galaxy S26 Plus may also boast the Privacy Display feature, previously expected only on the Ultra model, according to recent leaks.

posted on 01/10/2026
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Mobile Privacy

Apple's App Tracking Transparency Under Scrutiny in Poland

Polish regulators investigate Apple's App Tracking Transparency, suspecting it favors Apple's advertising while limiting third-party data collection.

posted on 11/25/2025
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Mobile Security

Android 16 Refines Location Privacy with Smart, Density-Aware Accuracy

Android 16 introduces a clever solution for location privacy, adjusting accuracy based on population density for better anonymity.

posted on 11/08/2025
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Mobile Security

Google's Pixel phones get enhanced threat detection, keeping you safer

Google is enhancing Live Threat Detection on Pixel phones. The feature will get a dedicated page and new alerts for apps that track your activity.

posted on 10/23/2025
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Mobile

HIROH Phone: A $999 de-Googled smartphone with a physical kill switch aiming to rival Samsung and Apple.

The HIROH Phone emerges as a privacy-focused smartphone, challenging giants like Samsung and Apple with its de-Googled OS and hardware kill switch.

posted on 10/16/2025
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Mobile

Google's Pixel to Expand Call Recording: What You Need to Know

Google plans to broadly enable call recording on Pixel phones. I delve into the details and implications for users.

posted on 09/30/2025
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Mobile Tech

Apple Fights EU Digital Markets Act Over Security and Feature Delays

Apple challenges the EU's Digital Markets Act, citing security vulnerabilities and feature delays in Europe. Get the latest on this tech clash.

posted on 09/25/2025
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Mobile Technology

Samsung's Screen Might Block Onlookers: A Step Toward Mobile Privacy

Rumors suggest Samsung is developing a screen that prevents others from viewing your display, enhancing mobile privacy in public.

posted on 09/22/2025
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Mobile Security

Android 16: See which apps use Advanced Protection, enhancing your phone's security.

Android 16 is testing a feature to show users which apps leverage Advanced Protection, giving you more control over your phone's security.

posted on 08/27/2025