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Dropbox scanning now available in Android

In the past, “scanning documents” meant using a dedicated scanner to convert the physical document into a PDF or image file. Nowadays, however, you can simply scan documents on your phone. The camera feature has made it incredibly easy to capture an image of your document. But if you want to create a PDF with… Continue reading Dropbox scanning now available in Android

A 5-minute guide to migrating Android data

When moving from one Android phone to another, how smoothly you are able to migrate contacts and settings often ends up determining how happy you are with the new phone. Even though there’s more than one way to go about it, each approach is a simple affair. Check them out. Backing up to Google Google’s… Continue reading A 5-minute guide to migrating Android data

3 Ways to move contacts to a new Android phone

Migrating information from an old Android phone to a new one may be one of the least exciting tasks of buying a new gadget, but it’s usually the most crucial as well. Fortunately, Google has made it incredibly simple to move information from one phone to another. There are three possible approaches, and we’ve covered… Continue reading 3 Ways to move contacts to a new Android phone

Move Android data to a new phone in minutes

Getting a new Android phone is an exciting affair. There are new hardware specs, feature upgrades, and fresh apps, but if you can’t migrate the data from your old phone, it’s all for naught. Thankfully, Google’s operating system makes it incredibly simple. There are three ways to go about it and we cover each in… Continue reading Move Android data to a new phone in minutes

The best features of Android’s Nougat 7.0

The good news? Google will be rolling out more features for Android 7.0 Nougat and Marshmallow devices earlier than expected! The bad news? Google hasn’t yet confirmed which devices are eligible for the latest upgrades. In the meantime, here are four prominent features you should be keeping your eyes on: Quick Switch What this feature… Continue reading The best features of Android’s Nougat 7.0

Four noteworthy Nougat 7.0 features

For Android users, not only does a new operating system entail a new, confectionary-inspired name, but also a handful of features to look out for — case in point, Android 7.0 Nougat. Even better, older smartphone users can expect to enjoy it too, thus revoking Google Pixel of its exclusive privilege. Read on for four… Continue reading Four noteworthy Nougat 7.0 features

Breaking down Nougat 7.0’s major upgrades

It’s official. Google Pixel users have lost one of their best bragging rights. The latest addition to the family is considered to be one of the most advanced devices on the market. But Android 7.0, one of the most recognized software features, will soon be available to users with older smartphones. Let’s take a sneak… Continue reading Breaking down Nougat 7.0’s major upgrades

Mobile malware on Android apps

Smartphones are basically palm-sized computers. As such, they deserve the same protection as desktops and laptops. While there is no need to install bulky security software to protect against cyber threats, there are steps users can take to prevent cybercriminals from penetrating these small computers. Mobile malware MO Malware and other threats pose risks that… Continue reading Mobile malware on Android apps

Is your Android smartphone a security risk?

Desktop and laptop users install security software updates and do everything they can to safeguard against cyber attacks. The same cannot be said of smartphone users. This is understandable because cyber threats on mobile phones are less visible… but that doesn’t mean they don’t happen. When you factor in smartphone users’ growing dependency on mobile… Continue reading Is your Android smartphone a security risk?

Malware on Android smartphones

The average smartphone user doesn’t give nearly enough consideration to mobile phone security. In fact, smartphone users are more likely to get anxious about their phone’s physical safety than the more serious threat of malware. Malware and other forms of cyber threats are far more common in desktops and laptops particularly for business users, but… Continue reading Malware on Android smartphones