Less than a week ago, it was reported that OnePlus was gathering tons of data from mobile devices powered by its OxygenOS, apparently without the consent of the owners of those devices. A software engineer named Chris Moore had discovered the phone maker’s data collection activities, and thereafter, various users have been demanding an explanation from OnePlus. The information being gathered by OnePlus reportedly include the device’s IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity), contact... Read more →
According to a report recently published by ZDNet just this week, it appears that researchers have discovered a bug within the WPA2 security protocol utilized in just about every Wi-Fi enabled gadget today, including computers, routers, and even mobile devices. The flaw now goes by the nickname KRACK (which is short for Key Reinstallation Attack)... Read more →
Parental control apps are nothing new nowadays, and as a matter of fact, various mobile operators are currently offering their own respective take on the concept. For instance, Verizon Wireless has its FamilyBase app, while subscribers of another major US wireless carrier, AT&T, can take full advantage of Smart Limits. But when it comes to... Read more →
Via an official statement in its website, the third biggest mobile operator in the country is announcing that it has decided to limit LTE roaming for its subscribers traveling to Canada and Mexico starting on November 12th. The cap will be at 5 gigabytes each month, and while it is true that T-Mobile will not be charging for overages, mobile users... Read more →
The number four wireless carrier in America has decided to introduce new lease deals for two of Apple’s newest iPhone models (the iPhone 8 and the iPhone 8 Plus). Indeed, Sprint is promising discounts of up to $350 on the listed pricing to people who are willing to trade in any one of the eligible devices. By way of Sprint Flex (the leasing... Read more →
Razer is mostly known as a company that develops hardware and software offerings for gamer users. But back in January early this year, the firm had completed its acquisition of Nextbit, the startup responsible for building the Robin smartphone. With that move (as well as its acquisition of audio tech company THX in October of last year), the... Read more →
Based on fresh information provided by Ookla, Sprint has managed to improve its average download speeds 33 percent compared to a year ago. Ookla gathered its data by way of its outsourced Speedtest mobile app, and according to the results, it appears that the number four biggest wireless carrier in the United States has increased its average... Read more →
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