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1 week ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
Do you ever feel like your apps are constantly spying on you, knowing where you live and what you are doing? You're not alone — and that's because they probably are. Apps have collected so much data; how much they know and store is often shocking. Unfortunately, we allow apps so much access, giving up so much personal information in the process. One intrusive setting that apps can access is location tracking services.
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1 week ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
When we depend on our devices to keep up with emails and text messages, incoming notifications can quickly become overwhelming. You can miss important alerts and have them overridden. When your notification panel looks too busy, it's easy to overlook the notifications that matter. If you are a long-time Android user, decluttering your Android notifications should be habitual. If it's not already, here are ways to do it efficiently.
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1 week ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
Storing your password on your browser provides ease of use. However, using your browser's built-in password manager puts your credentials at risk. There are security trade-offs to using your browser's password manager instead of a dedicated password manager. Whether you're accessing saved passwords on your handy tablet or through any web-browser-supported device, there are things you should know before using your browser's built-in password manager.
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2 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
Tablet cases come in all shapes, sizes, and protection levels; some are heavy-duty and not necessarily the best fit for general use, while others have a rugged design that becomes vital for portable use. Buying from a reputable brand goes a long way, but you don't need to dish for a high-end case if you don't need it. When shopping for a new case, you must consider the brand, model, and size.
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
Nowadays, it is not unusual to find people installing smart locks, security systems, doorbells, and lighting around their homes. Smart home tech has transformed our security practices; gone are the days we worry about leaving home, not knowing what's happening in our absence. However, it also means we have to be mindful of those practices, like being considerate of where we place our smart home tech and how we use it.
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
Upgrading your smartphone every year isn't necessary. Most people do it consistently out of habit or addiction. Thankfully, manufacturers are making it less appealing to secure the latest phone. But did you know that smartphones can have a detrimental impact on the environment? Purchasing a new shiny smartphone annually might not be worth all the consequences — and here is why. Related What is the greenhouse effect, and how is it a problem?
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
Every smartphone has an average lifespan or a designated expiration date set by the manufacturer. Software updates ranging from 3 to 7 years can surpass the average lifetime of a phone. So, is a seven-year promise necessary if the hardware dies off long before the software? Smartphone materials degrade over time. Screens get scratched, minor dents appear around the corners, and batteries need replacing. In the US, the average lifespan of a smartphone is 2.54-2.67 (cycle length) years.
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
If you spend time changing your smart TV settings, you can give your screen an instant boost. These settings will depend on your smart TV model and size and whether you use an OLED or LCD display. The exact settings for enjoying anime and animation may vary slightly. However, there are some big dos and don'ts when fiddling with your settings when watching anime/animation-type content.
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
In today's tech-driven world, on-demand streaming services have become the norm for accessing TV and movies. You can watch a vast catalog by owning a streaming device or loading a web browser. Cable arguably saw its downfall when Netflix changed its business model in 2007, going from a mail-in service to a streaming platform that we all know and love today. However, cable TV has declined for a while, so we dive deeper into precisely why. Why do people still pay for cable?
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Faith Leroux
Clubhouse is a famous example of a giant success that can quickly take a turn for the worse. It is a social app on Android and iOS that specializes in real-time virtual rooms hosted in an audio-only format. It's an interesting concept but slightly dated. When Clubhouse was at its all-time peak, the app didn't feature text or video; it was primarily used for networking. Moreover, it also competes with other social media apps and VoIP services.
