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Disabling Android location settings

The location tracking feature in Android smartphones makes it easier to use certain apps like Google Maps. With this feature turned on, it’ll be easier to locate, for example, the nearest diner. However, enabling this feature has security implications. Hiding your location may require extra steps when you use certain apps, but at least you… Continue reading Disabling Android location settings

Changing your Android smartphone’s location settings

Location services or location tracking is a handy feature in your Android smartphone. Enabling it has some benefits; for instance, it makes it convenient for you to find the nearest gas station using Google Maps or check in at places on Facebook. While convenient, there are some risks in allowing the apps on your phone… Continue reading Changing your Android smartphone’s location settings

How to disable Android location settings

When using an Android smartphone for the first time, users receive a prompt from apps like Google to enable location services. Users may decide to accept it because it’s convenient — no need to enable it every time you open an app. But that also means letting Google track all your activities. If you don’t… Continue reading How to disable Android location settings

How to reduce data usage on Android devices

If you don’t have an unlimited data plan for your Android device, uncontrolled download habits will result in a slower connection, poor battery life, and higher bills. But did you know that you can reduce your data consumption without affecting your mobile experience? Follow these handy tips. Delete data-draining apps Apps constantly consuming your mobile… Continue reading How to reduce data usage on Android devices

Reduce data usage on your Android device

Letting mobile data consumption go unchecked can cause serious problems, such as slower connections and a decreased battery life. This is on top of expensive fees that you will incur. To help you use less data on an Android phone, here are some tips. Delete data-draining apps Apps constantly consuming your mobile data can cause… Continue reading Reduce data usage on your Android device

Top tips to reduce data usage on Android devices

If you use an Android device with a data plan, it’s important to be able to control the data you spend on downloads. Without careful consideration, you could end up with a decreased battery life, slower connection speeds, and higher bills. Here are five ways to avoid those problems. Delete data-draining apps Apps constantly consuming… Continue reading Top tips to reduce data usage on Android devices

Malware removal tips for Android devices

Because the Android operating system is open source, it’s easy for programmers to customize it and develop apps for it. But its main strength is also a weakness — criminals can easily access programming codes, find vulnerabilities, and distribute malware through Android apps. Fortunately, there are ways to rid your Android devices of malware should… Continue reading Malware removal tips for Android devices

How to rid your Android devices of malware

As much as Google tries to keep their products safe and secure, they’re not immune to malware. If a malicious software infiltrates your Android operating system, it can compromise the sensitive information contained in your device. Here are a few tips on how to detect and remove malware from your Android device. Confirm the malware… Continue reading How to rid your Android devices of malware

Recommended malware removal on Android devices

Cybercriminals infect Android apps with their malware in order to infiltrate your devices. In fact, your Android smartphone or tablet may already be infected. If you want to minimize device, data, and business damages caused by malware, then follow these tips on how to remove malware from your Android device. Confirm the malware infection Android… Continue reading Recommended malware removal on Android devices

The benefits of syncing your Android phone with Google Chrome

Most people nowadays swap between their computer and their smartphone for their productivity needs — from work to passion projects to simply running their daily lives. It’s simpler than ever to do so, thanks to Google Chrome’s sync-up features for Android phones. Send directions from your laptop to your Android phone While Google Maps works… Continue reading The benefits of syncing your Android phone with Google Chrome