Bad news
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TeenSafe phone monitoring app leaked thousands of passwords
TeenSafe, a parental monitoring app, leaked thousands of Apple IDs and their password in plain text.
All Articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
Privacy
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Amazon Alexa: What kind of data does Amazon get from me?
Amazon wants your data to build a shopping and advertisement profile, not sell it to the highest bidder.
A Clear and present danger
Strava's fitness tracking map shows too much information about U.S. troops
The company's Global Heat Map called a 'clear security threat' for inadvertently showing troop activities overseas.
Not what you think
What's up with the WhatsApp group chat security flaw?
Relax, nobody is going to be hacking your WhatsApp messages, at least not this way.
A closer look
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Everything you need to know about Sprint's Unlimited Freedom plan
A complete breakdown of Sprint's Unlimited Freedom plan and everything else you can get when you sign up for service.
I hate the internet
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Ad companies are using your password manager to track you on the web
The Same Origin Policy has one fatal flaw, and of course, ad companies have found a way to exploit it.
Save us, Ethernet
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KRACK WPA2 exploit patched for older devices with iOS 11.2
Exploit in WPA2 means it's open season on your Wi-Fi network, no matter what router you use.
Internet of Zs
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What are Zigbee and Z-Wave? Everything you need to know!
Your connected home can be built a lot of different ways, but likely starts right here.
Everything you need to know
Which US iPhone carrier and plan should you get?
AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, or T-Mobile — how to pick the perfect iPhone carrier for you!
Get it pre-paid
Thinking of getting an iPhone X with a prepaid plan? Here are the best!
You don't need to have a monthly contract to get an iPhone these days, but which carrier should you bring your phone to?
Hey Alexa fix my Wi-Fi
Amazon says a patch for WPA2 exploit KRACK is in the works
Amazon is evaluating its products to determine how to go forward and patch KRACK.
Channel your inner Spielberg
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Video frame rates: 24FPS vs. 30FPS vs. 60FPS explained
Which format should I use, and when should I use it? What's the difference anyway? This used to be easy.
No limit
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Which unlimited plan should you buy: AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile or Verizon?
All four major carriers in the U.S. offer unlimited data plans. But which is the best?
More for less
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Mint SIM Buyer's Guide: How to get the lowest data prices in the U.S.
Everything you need to know about Mint SIM in one easy place.
Outside the box
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What are the advantages of going with an alternative carrier?
Using an alternative to the big four wireless providers is a great idea for many of us, and here are some reasons why.
SMART SHOPPING
Popular cell phone plans you should avoid
There is a phone plan to fit everyone. There are also plans that won't fit you.
Informed consumer
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Top 5 things you need to know about switching carriers
Switching phone service doesn't have to be such a chore.
MVNO
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The best alternatives to T-Mobile
If you like T-Mobile's coverage, check out these alternatives that use T-Mobile's network.
Carrier wars
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Project Fi vs. Sprint: Which should you buy?
It's Sprint vs. Project Fi in this head-to-head comparison.
What you see
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YouTube is taking an even stronger stance on 'extremist' videos
The Redirect Method is a new active stance against online extremism.