Author Archives: Jon Fingas

Millions of Android phones are vulnerable to a Snapdragon security flaw

Fixes are on the way, but it could affect a large portion of the Android community. Continue reading

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Google Docs on mobile uses AI to suggest what to write

Google Docs just became much more useful if you’re on the move and don’t have much time to type. Continue reading

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Pikmin 3 Deluxe revives a classic for Nintendo Switch on October 30

You can now play the entire story in co-op, including side missions. Continue reading

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Galaxy Note 20’s expanded Windows support lets you control phone apps on your PC

You can also sync notes with Microsoft’s OneNote. Continue reading

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Twitter warns security hole might have exposed Android users’ direct messages

There’s no evidence attackers have used the flaw. Continue reading

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Instagram’s answer to TikTok, Reels, launches in the US

It’s coming just as TikTok faces a potential ban. Continue reading

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Virginia launches first COVID-19 app in US based on Apple and Google tech

Covidwise could help determine if you’ve been exposed to the virus. Continue reading

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Google Plus users can now receive a settlement from a class-action lawsuit

The company is compensating users for privacy flaws — though the cash might not be as much as you like. Continue reading

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Xbox’s new mobile gaming gear includes controllers from Razer and 8BitDo

Get ready for Project xCloud with a gamepad meant for your phone. Continue reading

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NSA says phone location data poses a national security risk

It’s advising military and intelligence workers to turn off location sharing whenever they can. Continue reading

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