2017 was the year of high profile data breaches and ransomware attacks, but from the beginning of this year, we are noticing a faster-paced shift in the cyber threat landscape, as cryptocurrency-related malware is becoming a popular and profitable choice of cyber criminals. Several cybersecurity firms are reporting of new cryptocurrency mining viruses that are…
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Some of the Weirdest, Most Unorthodox Cellphone Designs Ever Attempted
Even though the smartphone industry these days feels like a uniform line up of similar looking designs, a long time ago, companies used to experiment quite a lot. People still reminisce about these phones, and while some of the designs were decidedly weird, others are still loved by a number of people for one reason…
10 Best Smartphones with Face Unlock You Can Buy Right Now!
Smartphones are evolving at a very rapid pace. While bezel-less 18:9 displays seem to be the new trend in the form factor of current and upcoming devices, face unlock is a feature that is slowly gaining traction, thanks to the iPhone X. While not as secure as a fingerprint sensor, unlocking your device with your…
Health Experts Want Facebook to Shut Down Messenger Kids
Facebook is undoubtedly the world’s biggest social networking platform, with over 2 billion users. The company recently launched Messenger Kids, a messaging app targeted for children in the age group of 6-12 years. While company brought it out as part of a way for parents to stay in touch with their kids, there seems to…
Celebrities and Influencers Reportedly Buy Fake Twitter Followers
Twitter advertisements are in a nascent state compared to Facebook ads and generate relatively poorer impressions and lower conversion. As a result, many influencers and celebrities are using illicit methods – especially bot accounts – to bulk up their counts of followers, reported New York Times. The list of businesspersons, celebrities, and politicians include Scandal actress…
Top 15 Best Photo Editing Apps For Android
When it comes to smartphones, one utility that surpasses all is clicking pictures, except maybe making calls and dropping text messages. But smartphone photography is a mixed bag of results, primarily due to two factors: First, they can not capture the same level of detail and provide such a diverse set of controls as standalone…
10 Best Apps to Hide Photos and Videos on Android
Our whole personal life is now wound up in the smartphone we carry along in our pockets. We capture a multitude of photos and videos, which you may want to keep private. But, it’s possible that your phone can accidentally fall prey to someone’s hands or you may just pass it over to a friend…
Top 10 Best Camera Apps for Android
With advancements in technology, the camera has now become one of the most integral components of our smartphones. We now tend to gravitate towards buying a phone with much better optics and picture quality, thanks to our obsession with Instagram and other social networks. But, we all do need a camera app to match up…
30 Best Multiplayer Games for Android (Free and Paid)
Android gaming has been on the rise lately, with devices featuring heavy-duty processors and great graphics chips. While single player campaign modes are a lot of fun, what’s truly amazing is multiplayer gaming. Be it with your friends or against the world, multiplayer gaming gives you a much better experience of gaming through and through….
Study Finds Sporty, Outdoorsy Teens Happier Than Their Screen-Addicted Friends
I’ve often felt the wrath of my elders for staying glued to my smartphone and not going out and engaging in social activities, citing the importance of real social interactions and an active lifestyle. But a new research has proved that aside from the aforesaid benefits, smartphone addiction has something to do with happiness too,…