Internet down? 3 ways I use an old Android phone as a backup connection for my home router

I needed a way to connect my phone to my router, and have it work reliably. Turns out, I have 3 options (and I saved the best ...
TechCrunch

How memory tools can make AI models worse

One of the biggest selling points for modern AI systems is their ability to adapt to users. Every time an AI assistant takes on a task for you, it’s also adapting to your style and preferences, which ...
TechCrunch

Finally, texts between Android and iPhone users can be end-to-end encrypted

At long last, Android and iPhone users will be able to send each other end-to-end encrypted text messages. On Monday, end-to-end encrypted messaging is starting to roll out in beta for conversations ...
Gizmodo

Acer Clears Out Micro SD Card Reader at Just $9, Works With Both USB-C and USB-A Devices

This article features deals sourced directly by Gizmodo and produced independently of the editorial team. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on the site. Reading time 2 minutes A lot ...
U.S. News & World Report

Using Your Student Credit Card Responsibly – What to Spend On and What to Avoid

A student credit card, when used responsibly, can help you establish a credit history, build your credit score and develop healthy spending habits. Use a student credit card for affordable, ...
Android Authority

10 awesome Shizuku apps I use to level up my Android experience

This open-source tool acts as a middleman between elevated Android functionality and permissions and third-party apps, giving the latter (and the user) access to previously locked-away features. It ...
Gizmochina

Lenovo, Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo team up to tackle Android lag with new memory rules

Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo, Lenovo, Honor, and other smartphone brands under the Gold Standard Alliance in China are trying to fix one of Android’s long-standing issues: inconsistent performance. The alliance ...
Bleeping Computer

NGate Android malware uses HandyPay NFC app to steal card data

A new variant of the NGate malware that steals NFC payment data is targeting Android users by hiding in a trojanized version of HandyPay, a legitimate mobile payments processing tool. NGate was ...
Redmond Magazine

Why Not Use SD Cards for Data Backups?

SD cards wear out quickly from repeated write cycles, making backup reliability unpredictable. SD card backups risk corruption, bit rot, physical damage, and accidental loss. External hard drives ...
Mashable

First Western Digital, now Sony: The tech giant suspends SD card sales

The global memory shortage due to rapid AI data center expansion is hitting everyone, even the biggest tech companies in the world. Case in point: Sony is suspending orders for almost all SD card ...
The Verge

Sony temporarily suspends memory card sales due to shortages

Sony Japan stopped accepting SD and CFexpress card orders from dealers and consumers today. Sony Japan stopped accepting SD and CFexpress card orders from dealers and consumers today. is a senior ...