How to turn on private DNS on your iPhone - and why it's a must for security

Unencrypted DNS can expose your browsing activity, but private DNS helps keep it private. Here's how to enable it on iPhone.

I wish every Android phone had Samsung's Separate App Sound feature. Here's how it works

Separate App Sound is a little-known feature on Samsung phones, and if you aren't using it yet, you should. Here's how.

I changed one lock screen habit on Android — and it reshaped how I use my phone

Android's Extend Unlock capability makes your phone stay unlocked in situations you decide. In real-life scenarios, that means you can select places where you will not need to enter the passcode or ...
9to5google

Android adds ‘Failed Authentication Lock’ setting, boosts failed passcode lockout

Google today detailed the latest device theft protection features for Android across stronger authentication and enhanced recovery tools. “Failed Authentication Lock” will lock your screen “after ...
Tom's Guide

You can find your missing iPhone with one text message thanks to Apple Shortcuts — here’s how to set it up

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KTLA

California schools will be required to restrict, prohibit student cell phone use in 2026

In 2026, all school districts in California will be required to adopt policies restricting or prohibiting students’ use of smartphones during the school day. The new law also requires the policy to be ...
Tom's Guide

Just got a new iPhone? Here's how to set it up properly

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MacRumors

iPhone Fold: Launch, Pricing, and What to Expect From Apple's Foldable

Apple is expected to launch a new foldable iPhone next year, based on multiple rumors and credible sources. The long-awaited device has been rumored for years now, but signs increasingly suggest that ...
Lifehacker

How to Set Up Your Own Custom Focus Modes on iPhone

Khamosh Pathak is a freelance tech journalist with over 13 years of experience writing online. An accounting graduate, he turned his interest in writing and technology into a career. He holds a ...
talkandroid.com

Here’s how to locate any phone number for free using Google Maps

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Jalopnik

Is It Legal To Use Your Phone At A Red Light? What US State Laws Say

While smartphones have dramatically transformed how people communicate, they've also contributed to distracted driving. In fact, authorities are working on systems that include cell phone tracking and ...