iPhone 15 Pro review: Apple's latest flagship smartphone titles have been out for a while, and this year the Cupertino-based tech giant has introduced several new features that make the devices more enthralling than ever. This year was not just an iterative update where some minor configurations witnessed an upgrade as we have seen the last couple of years, instead, Apple has brought out some big guns to lure the buyers. While this applies to the non-Pro models, the Pro lineup is where you see the difference. From the titanium frame to the 3nm chipset, big new introductions have been made, and alongside the new USB-C port and the Action Button, familiar features have been replaced with more useful technologies. In short, there is a lot to unpack.
Use Android phone lock screen? Beware of the new bypass bug, it can compromise your data
12.12.2023 - 13:39 / tech.hindustantimes.com
Have you ever thought that a bug can enter your Android device through your lock screen? This is quite shocking as all Android users necessarily have lock screens on their smartphones. Hackers seem to have found a new way to steal our data. In a recent discovery, a significant lock screen vulnerability on Android 13 and Android 14 has been unveiled. According to reports, it even gives attackers physical access to exploit an Android phone lock screen flaw and gain unauthorized access to personal data stored on the device. Check here to know all about this danger.
According to a recent report by Security Affairs, a researcher named Jose Rodriguez has stumbled upon a new bug that enters your Android device through your lock screen. The researcher found this bug when he was he was testing the possibility of opening a Google Maps link from the phone's lock screen. He even posted his query on various Social media platforms including platforms like Twitter, Reddit, and Telegram. He ultimately found that it was possible to bypass the lock screen. Jose reported this in May 2023.
If the driving mode is inactive in your Google Maps, an attacker can gain access to your recent and favorite locations, including home and work, contacts, and the ability to share real-time location with contacts or via a manually entered email. However, if thedriving mode is active, the threat intensifies and the hackers can also delve into your device's photos. This access allows them to publish or use the photos as a profile image. Furthermore, the compromised account provides the attacker with extensive information and configurations associated with Google accounts. This could potentially lead to full account access from a secondary device and more.
The Security researcher reported the issue to Google in May, but as of now, six months later, there has been no update. According to a report by Tom's Guide, Google is already working to fix this problem and it is expected to be rolled out soon. However, a fixed timeline has not been disclosed yet.
While uninstalling Google Maps would prevent exploitation, this isn't a feasible solution for many users who depend on it virtually on a daily basis to get around the town or even further. For immediate protection, users should consider disabling Driving mode in Google Maps.
To get protection against online threats, you should install reliable antivirus apps. You should also enable Google Play Protect. It scans scans existing and new apps for malware, offering an additional layer of security.
Till a stable bug fix is rolled out, you will have to make sure you take all kinds of precautions to protect yourself from this bug. Just remember, that forgetting all about is not the best solution especially
Top 5 iPhone 14 Pro tips you must try out today! Check how you can customize your device
Apple launched the iPhone 14 Pro in 2022 with some glitzy new innovations in the form of the display which it called the Dynamic Island. In the iPhone 14 Pro models, Apple introduced several new features and changes that empower iPhone users with premium features that can get so much done in a very short span of time. The smartphone runs on the new iOS 17, which has substantially improved performance. The device also comes with some hidden features with users mostly miss out and they are not able to use the device to its full potential. To help you find these hidden features, we have found the 5 best iPhone 14 Pro tips to help you get up-to-speed with your device in order to make your digital life easier. Check out these 5 tips below.
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The Washington Post tried to buy Wordle before the New York Times did
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