Social Media Bloggers and Influencers lie for money and gifts (opinion)
The social media Bloggers and Influencers scourge has gotten out of hand. Everything they say…
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Arlo’s new EOL (end-of-life) policy is generous – you gotta know when to roll them, know when to fold them
Arlo’s new EOL policy now commences no earlier than four years from the last date…
How long does it take to hack your password? (Security guide)
How long does it take to hack a typical password? Using brute force attacks between…
Google cleared of ACCC case – not snooping without consent
Google has been cleared of the ACCC case that it had misled Android users over…
UK joins others in banning Chinese-made security cameras
The UK Government has joined the US, India, EU Parliament, Australia, and many more in…
Apple caught spying on you again – iPhone data not safe
Apple caught spying again – this time its iPhone has been caught phoning home with…
LG ESS solar home battery recall (Off-grid Urgent update November 2022)
The LG ESS solar home battery inspection and recall extended for batteries made from April…
Motorola MA1 – make Android Auto wireless (review)
The Motorola MA1 USB dongle replaces a USB cable to wirelessly connect your smartphone to…
Apple talks big about privacy, but it doesn’t apply to Apple’s Apps
Apple talks big about privacy, stating it is the only smartphone maker that can be…
Telstra, Optus and TPG cop huge fines for misleading NBN speeds
Telstra, Optus and TPG have copped a combined A$33.5 million for lying to customers about…
Spy boss says get a second clean phone – Craptus and Mediscare
Rachel Noble, one of Australia’s top spy bosses, says having a second clean phone free…
OK Google rules down under.
OK Google voice assistant speakers have exceeded 70% of Australian sales while Alexa languishes at…
Stay safer online – simple steps for home or mobile security (consumer advice guide)
Stay Safer Online will protect you from web threats, phishing, poisoned links, antivirus/malware and more…
Netflix advert-supported and account-sharing new facts – cash grab
Netflix advert-supported streaming is here but limits on the catalogue, streaming quality and speeds are…
Windows 11 Update 22H2 brings Android apps to Windows (and more)
The Windows 11 Update 22H2 brings, among many other things, the ability to run Android…
Warning: Smartphone battery bulge fire risks
If you have smartphone battery bulge you are at grave risk of a fire. Here…
OPTUS hack 1 – what you should do (update)
OPTUS hack update 1 has some surefire ways to avoid scams, account takeover and ID…
OPTUS Hack – an update
The OPTUS hack potentially afftects 9.8m Australians. Now is the time for a cool head…
EU commission may legislate on smartphone repairability
The European Union want to ensure smartphone repairability means energy efficient, durable, easy to repair,…
DV Safe Phone initiative for domestic violence victims – Motorola helps
The DV Safe Phone initiative provides smartphones and pre-paid SIM cards to victims of domestic…
Is my smart TV spying on me? (AV guide)
Your smart TV is spying on you monetising not only your viewing habits but also…
Are Chinese-made smartphones spying on me?
There is a lot of FUD – fear, uncertainty, and deception – about Chinese-made smartphones…
What are the official Android OS and Security update policies? (guide)
Each manufacturer has a different take on Android OS and security update policies. Some are…
Google fine of A$60m for misleading Aussies in 2017 over privacy
Before you applaud the Google fine of A$60m for misleading Aussies over privacy, remember is…
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