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It’s been reported that Apple has advised on its discussion forum that force-closing apps on an iPhone can negatively impact device performance and battery life. Contrary to the common belief that swiping apps closed conserves battery, Apple has clarified that recently used apps are not actively running but are in a “standby mode”. Because they are … Continue reading An Apple Byte : Apple Warns Against Force-Closing iPhone Apps
Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit (DCU) has reported dismantling 240 fraudulent websites linked to an Egypt-based cybercrime group, thereby disrupting a key operation within the expanding “Phishing-as-a-Service” (PhaaS) industry. Central to the threat is the rapid rise of “Adversary-in-The-Middle” (AiTM) phishing attacks, which allow attackers to intercept and manipulate communications, bypassing multifactor authentication (MFA) protections. Microsoft’s … Continue reading Security Stop Press : Microsoft Disrupts 240 Phishing Sites Amid Surge in AiTM Attacks
Researchers at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) have developed a composite material capable of absorbing more than 99 per cent of electromagnetic waves across multiple frequencies. Could Transform Many Industries In an era where technology and sustainability must progress hand-in-hand, the ground-breaking ultra-thin, flexible film could transform industries ranging from energy and telecommunications … Continue reading Sustainability-in-Tech : Revolutionary Material Absorbs Over 99% Of Light
Once again, we continue in the theme of backing up your social-media accounts. Last week it was LinkedIn and this time it’s Facebook and Instagram. Not only is it important, it’s free. [Note – To Watch This Video without glitches/interruptions, It’s best to download it first] https://mklink-videos.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/2024-Dec-How-To-Download-Fb-Or-Insta-Data.mp4
Windows lets you hide specific folders so they don’t appear in File Explorer, providing a simple way to keep files private without additional software. Here’s how it works: To Hide a Folder: 1. Locate the Folder: – Open File Explorer and navigate to the folder you want to hide. 2. Change the Folder Properties: – … Continue reading Tech Tip – How To Create “Hidden Folders” for Private Files
The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed that Google divest its Chrome browser as part of efforts to break up the company’s alleged illegal monopoly in online search. The Path to DOJ’s Recommendation The DOJ’s recommendation follows a series of legal challenges aimed at curbing Google’s market dominance. For example, back in October 2020, the … Continue reading Featured Article : DOJ Calls for Google to Sell Chrome
With the Bluesky social media platform becoming the most downloaded app on both the US and UK Apple Stores as users switch from X following the US election, we take a closer look at what Bluesky is and what it offers users. What is Bluesky, and Who Owns It? Bluesky is a social media platform … Continue reading Tech Insight : What Is ‘Bluesky’ ?
It’s been reported that Google is developing ‘Shielded Email’, a feature that creates temporary email aliases to protect users’ primary addresses from spam and misuse by third-party apps and services. What Is Shielded Email? Shielded Email, the feature reportedly being developed by Google, will allow users to create temporary email aliases to protect their primary … Continue reading Tech News : Google’s ‘Shielded Email’ Privacy Feature
London-based cybersecurity innovator Surf Security has launched a beta version of its pioneering deepfake detection tool, integrated into its Enterprise Zero-Trust Browser®. Deepwater Dubbed the ‘Surf Deepwater’, this tool promises real-time, highly accurate detection of AI-generated deepfakes, potentially revolutionising how organisations can combat this rapidly growing threat. 98 Per Cent Accurate in Under 2 Seconds … Continue reading Tech News : World’s First AI Deepfake-Detecting Browser
It’s been reported that although Apple will unveil a more conversational Siri with iOS 19 at WWDC 2025, many other planned features, including this upgrade, will actually be delayed until iOS 19.4 launches in spring 2026. Various reports indicate that Apple’s improved “LLM Siri,” designed to rival AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini, aims to … Continue reading An Apple Byte : Enhanced Siri Delayed Until 2026