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Clear the Cache and Cookies on Your Android to Give It a Privacy Boost

Clear the Cache and Cookies on Your Android to Give It a Privacy Boost

Giving your phone's web browser a cleanup can keep pesky trackers away. Here's how to do it in Google Chrome, Firefox and Samsung Internet.

by Mike Sorrentino

Android 13: Every New Feature Revealed at Google I/O

Android 13: Every New Feature Revealed at Google I/O

Android 13 is coming this fall, and there are some improvements to look forward to.

by Patrick Holland

Apple Releases iOS 15.5, Changes Apple Cash and Podcasts

Apple launched iOS 15.5 on Monday. It's not the biggest update, but it brings new features to Apple Cash, Memories and more.

Google Maps Has a New Tool Coming Soon. Here's How It Works

Google's latest addition to Maps will begin rolling out this year. Here's what it does.

iOS 16 Wish List: iPhone Features We Hope Apple Debuts at WWDC

WWDC 2022 is just weeks away. Here's everything we want Apple to add and fix in its next big iPhone update.

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NBA Playoffs 2022: How to Watch, Stream NBA Draft Lottery, Celtics vs. Heat Eastern Conference Finals Today

The NBA playoffs are marching on.

by Eli Blumenthal

You Might Be Charged More for Apple App Subscriptions

This policy change could allow the price of your app subscriptions to double in just two years.

by Zachary McAuliffe

NHL Playoffs 2022: How to Watch Lightning vs. Panthers, Blues vs. Avalanche Tonight on TNT

Four teams from each conference remain in contention for the Stanley Cup as the second round starts today.

by Sarah Lord

Netflix Lays Off More Workers After Subscriber Loss

The streaming giant says slowing revenue means it needs to cut costs.

by Oscar Gonzalez

Personal Data of 1.8M Texans Exposed for Years by Texas Department of Insurance

A state audit finds the data was publicly available for almost three years and included names, dates of birth and Social Security numbers.

by Attila Tomaschek

Clear the Cache and Cookies on Your Android to Give It a Privacy Boost

Giving your phone's web browser a cleanup can keep pesky trackers away. Here's how to do it in Google Chrome, Firefox and Samsung Internet.

by Mike Sorrentino

Disney Plus' Cheaper Tier With Ads Set to Guard Its Family-Friendly Image

Disney Plus' ad-supported tier, which should launch later this year, won't have political or alcohol ads, and it won't show commercials to preschoolers.

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Mullvad Review: Solid Security and Privacy, But Swedish Jurisdiction is Concerning

Mullvad is a small but mighty VPN provider that offers incredible speeds along with security and performance that stacks up with the best VPNs.

by Attila Tomaschek

Spotify Testing NFTs on Artist Pages

Listeners in the test group can't actually buy NFTs through Spotify, though.

by Zachary McAuliffe

Google Maps Has a New Tool Coming Soon. Here's How It Works

Google's latest addition to Maps will begin rolling out this year. Here's what it does.

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Apple Releases iOS 15.5, Changes Apple Cash and Podcasts

Apple launched iOS 15.5 on Monday. It's not the biggest update, but it brings new features to Apple Cash, Memories and more.

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Apple iOS 15.5 Is Available Now

The update brings new features for Wallet and Apple Podcasts.

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Netflix Considers Livestreaming

The option is in the works for unscripted shows and stand-up comedy specials, according to Deadline.

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Spotify Premium vs. Free: 6 Good Reasons to Pay

You can pay to play music and podcasts without ads, but there are reasons beyond that to upgrade.

by Matt Elliott

iOS 16 Rumors: Release Date, Compatibility and Everything Else We've Heard

We'll likely see Apple's next big software update next month.

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Best iPhone VPN of 2022

These are the best virtual private networks for maximizing your privacy on Apple's iPhones.

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Here Are the Best VPNs in 2022

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Android 13: Every New Feature Revealed at Google I/O

Android 13 is coming this fall, and there are some improvements to look forward to.

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Stop iPhone Apps From Tracking You With This Settings Change

We'll explain how you can boost privacy and prevent ads from following you across the web with Apple's App Tracking Transparency feature.

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Livestreamed Shooting Leaves 10 People Dead in Buffalo

Alleged gunman livestreamed attack that killed 10 at a supermarket.

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