Google is taking another step to clean up the Play Store. It’s hiding apps that haven’t been updated within two years of the latest Android OS release and preventing users from downloading them. This builds off Google’s existing Play Store requirement that app developers release updates to match the API of the latest Android OS …
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Google has removed dozens of apps from the Google Play Store that were secretly collecting users’ data, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday. The Journal said the Panamanian company that wrote the data-collecting code is linked to a Virginia defense contractor that does cyberintelligence work for US agencies. The code was found in several Muslim prayer apps, a highway-speed-trap detection …
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With that springtime sunshine peeking through your window, it’s a better time than ever to get outside and start learning to run. When you’re new to running, it can be difficult to keep up your motivation and stay on track — especially as the days get hotter and the sweat starts to pile up. But a good running app can …
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This story is part of War in Ukraine, CNET’s coverage of events there and of the wider effects on the world. It’s been over a month since Russia invaded Ukraine, and worries about cybersecurity continue to grow. Even before the invasion, US officials blamed Russia for cyberattacks against some Ukrainian websites, including Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense and two banks. While …
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Spring is here, bringing you more warm and sunny days to take advantage of. That means it’s time to put your TV show binge watching on hold and enjoy the outdoors. And whether you’re looking for a park to camp out at or a new trail to hike on or want to stargaze from your own yard, we’ve found several …
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For anyone tired of juggling SIM cards and eSIMs to switch between carriers, Google may have a solution on the way in Android 13: allowing multiple profiles on a single eSIM. Google’s solution to allow multiple enabled profiles (MEP) was referenced in the Android Open Source Project and Android Developers website, which suggests it’s coming in the next big Android …
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This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. After its debut at CES 2022, the OnePlus 10 Pro will finally be available in the US on April 14. CNET’s Andrew Lanxon got his hands on the newest OnePlus phone for testing. Check out his in-depth review of the OnePlus …
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A smartwatch is a handy wearable that can add some serious convenience to your day-to-day life, but it can be tough to justify dropping hundreds for the sake of convenience alone. If you like the idea of a smartwatch, but aren’t willing to spring for the latest (and priciest) version, opting for a refurbished model is a great way to …
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Your Android phone’s small screen wasn’t designed for following along with fitness classes online or joining a Zoom call. So instead of squinting to see what’s going on, you can magically cast or mirror your phone’s screen to a nearby TV with just a few taps. You’ll need the proper hardware to get the job done, but it’ll save you from potential neck strain. …
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What’s happening Google and Spotify struck a deal that allows subscribers to use the streaming service’s payment system, a major break in the way app stores have run. Why it matters If Google expands the program, developers and users could have more control over how payments inside mobile apps are made, potentially making transactions cheaper. Google struck a landmark deal that …
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