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Hackers Used Zero-Days to Infect Windows and Android Devices
Google researchers say the campaign, which booby-trapped sites to ensnare targets, was carried out by a “highly sophisticated actor.”
How to Preorder the Samsung Galaxy S21—and Which One to Get
Should you go Ultra or snag the S21+? We break down the differences between the company’s new phones and round up the best deals.
Samsung Has New Galaxy Phones (and New Earbuds Too)
A trio of new Android phones—the S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra—are joined by new Bluetooth earbuds and a Tile-like tracker.
How Law Enforcement Gets Around Your Smartphone’s Encryption
New research has dug into the openings that iOS and Android security provide for anyone with the right tools.
The Best Cheap Phones for (Almost) Every Budget
There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a phone these days. These are our favorite Android devices and iPhones for $200 to $500.
The Nokia 5.3 Is a Dependable Phone for Under $200
If your budget is tight, this Android smartphone is a smart buy.
Landscape Photography With a Skydio 2 Drone
I’ve been an avid landscape photographer for many years, and I’ve been a drone flyer for almost 4 years. I liked the idea of getting landscape shots from angles I simply couldn’t get to from the ground. Living in Arizona, there’s a lot of opportunities to get some lovely images from the air.
