According to a study uncovered by MIT, 63% of external communications from the most popular free apps from Android has no effect on the user-observable functionality i.e, they are not translated into improved performance for you, being useful only for developers and responsible. Android Secretly Sends Users Data to The Server About 500 apps have been tested. When such communication channels with servers outside the cell were cut, there were no changes in the performance of the service, wherein the cell has stopped so energy consumed....

In this series, we are going to learn about how to develop an API call logger using Windows API. Windows provides a feature for instrumenting applications known as Windows debugging API. These are certain calls which provide an interface for instrumentation. To instrument an application, we need to define a debug loop. A primitive instrumentation code is as follows: But first a process needs to be created and initiated with DEBUG_ONLY_THIS_PROCESS flag which can be done using the following way: After the application is initialized, we can set up a break point to instrument an application when it reaches to a certain point during the runtime of an application....

Millions of jobs may have been lost in the past few months, but recovery efforts are already kicking into gear. Financial relief like stimulus checks have been put into motion, and new jobs like contact tracing are opening up. Unfortunately, scammers are paying attention to the news, too. Tap or click here to see how they’re stealing unemployment benefits. And now, the vital work performed by contact tracers is being hijacked by enterprising scammers desperate for your cash....

While we wait for the official announcement to happen tomorrow where we get to know more details about its pricing, we had an opportunity to play around with the device a few days back. Based on that brief hands-on, here are 15 cool things about the all-new Asus ROG Phone 2. The Asus ROG Phone 2, for the most part, features an almost similar design as the previous model. Except for the inclusion of all-metal frame design, compared to the plastic one on the original ROG Phone....

The malware has been discovered by cybersecurity researchers at McAfee who reported them to Google. The apps are no longer available on Google Play – but users who’ve already downloaded the apps will still be infected unless they uninstall them. The apps are designed to look like utilities including flashlights, QR code readers, camera enhancers, unit converters, task managers and more. The apps contained clicker malware - malware which secretly runs in the background and clicks on illicit advertising links to generate ad revenue....

An online learning format makes it easier than ever for learners to complete a bachelor’s degree in entrepreneurship. During an entrepreneurship program, majors study product development, venture capital financing, and start-up management. Distance learners often complete the same courses as on-campus students and receive an identical diploma. Students might also save money by choosing an online learning format. This page ranks the best online entrepreneurship programs. Prospective majors can use our rankings to find the right fit for their interests and career goals....

Called BitTorrent ve, the app isn’t for seeding sharing, it’s for streaming. eviously available on iOS streaming TV devices such as Apple TV FireTV, the video platform offers a wide array of programs ranging from sports to news, tech, pop culture. The shows it offers aren’t exactly mainstream, but you will find a TT channel dedicated to the popular This ek in Tech podcast network, as well as a stream of NASA TV....

Bluetooth 5 will be a major boost in terms of broadcast messaging capacity. As per SIG, the data being transferred by the next generation Bluetooth 5 will be richer and more intelligent. This will in turn redefine the way Bluetooth devices will transmit information, moving away from the app-paired-to-device model to a connectionless IoT (Internet of Things) where there is less need to download an app or connect the app to a device....

But, are you utilizing everything Netflix has to offer? There are tons of hidden features that not everyone knows about like secret discovery codes and how to download shows to view offline. Tap or click here for 7 Netflix pro tips. Even worse than not knowing insider tricks is the frightening scenario some Netflix users have found themselves in recently. They’re being locked out of their own account. But, why?...

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This is a problem that’s likely to become more common as all kinds of companies embrace the concept of “ambient computing” – computing capabilities that move seamlessly between every facet of your life. As you move from your smart home to your smart car, with your smart ear buds in hand, different brands are likely to have their own AI assistants ready to help you. SEE: The 4 best smart hubs: Get smart about home control So in the scenario above, if your teenager turned on their atrocious music with Alexa, you should still be able to say to your Sonos speakers, “Hey Sonos, stop,” and the music should stop....

Google is inching towards public preview of Android 12. Today Google has launched Android 12 Beta 3. The latest beta arrives with new features including scrolling screenshots, auto-rotate and much more. Google has already said this is the “last beta before the Platform Stability milestone.” Google says the scrolling screenshots feature will work out of the box for all apps. You will see a “Capture more” button at the end of screenshot....

Today is the day for Pixel smartphone, tablet, and some Nexus-branded smartphone owners out there. Google has officially updated its factory images and over-the-air (OTA) updates pages to reflect the arrival of Android 7.1.1 for a variety of different devices. That includes the Pixel, the Pixel XL, Pixel C tablet, along with the Nexus 9, Nexus 6P, and the Nexus 5X. Each device is getting upgraded to Android 7.1.1 beginning today, with the NMF26 banner....

It was a busy week for updates on other fronts, with the monthly patch out for ’s devices Nougat hitting a few more Samsung phones. Each week, we round up all the major software updates to hit the Android ecosystem, including phones tablets on U.S. carriers, unlocked phones, smartwatches, Android TV devices. Make sure your device is running the latest available software so you can enjoy new features— fewer bugs security holes....

Google has started rolling out the first OTA update for the Android N Developer Preview. It has also released updated factory images for the Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nexus 9, with an updated build number NPC56W/X. Google has not released any changelog for the update, so it is tough to say what’s new, but I am guessing we are looking at some bug fixes and performance improvements here. Since the updated factory images are available, you can always go ahead and flash it manually on your Nexus device, or just wait for a couple of days for the OTA update to show up on your phone....

The collection of watch faces for Android Wear smartwatches has been steadily growing since the platform was launched (and so has the number of watches powered by the platform), and Google has today launched new ones in partnership with major fashion brands. The new watch faces come from nine brands, including Ted Baker, Nicole Miller, Vivienne Tam, Mango, and Zoe Jordan (if you haven’t heard most of these names, you’re not alone....

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ is going to have a lot of cameras. At least, that’s what we’ve been able to gather from the leaks. This latest leak is no different. The leaked press images were shared by 91mobiles on Thursday, and shows us a clear look at the front of the upcoming Galaxy S10+ from Samsung, both the front and back. This time we get to see the white/silver color scheme, along with those drastically reduced bezels, the “Infinity-O” hole-punch design in the display, and the triple camera setup on the back....

According to Steve H. McFly, who goes by the handle @OnLeaks, on Twitter, the upcoming iPhone, claimed to be either the iPhone SE 2 or iPhone 9, will feature a similar design language as the iPhone 8. The phone will feature a frosted glass back (much like the iPhone 11 Pro/Max) with body dimensions that come in at 138.5 x 67.4 x 7.8mm (8.6mm, including the camera bump). These details further hint towards the possibility of wireless charging support on the new iPhone....

The first AirPods Pro was released in October 2019, and now it looks like finally, the release of second-generation is near. According to Ming-Chi Kuo, AirPods Pro 2 will be manufactured in Vietnam. According to the latest reports, for iPhone 14, the front-facing camera might come from a South Korean supplier. Until now, there was a Chinese supplier for iPhone’s front camera. AirPods Pro 2 Will Enter Mass Production In Vietnam Recently, the reports suggest that Apple is switching its products to Type-C, including AirPods....

ile we weren’t expecting a hefty update, some of the features announced in KitKat—like the newly revamped interface new messaging features in the Hangouts app—were on our wish list. Other features, like optimization updates to help KitKat run on low-end phones, simply remind us that is still battling all the issues that lead to device fragmentation. Regardless, let’s walk through some of the key features of KitKat what you can expect when you finally get your hs on the new OS (whenever that is, because as we know, Android updates can take a long time to roll out)....