Google’s Password manager that’s baked into Chrome isn’t everyone’s first choice, especially for those who are super privacy-minded, but it’s the go-to for many who just want a simple and at-the-ready tool for getting to their saved accounts. Now, it’s getting a slick, new interface that boasts a bottom navigation bar featuring three neatly organized […]
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Google Play will now scan apps at the code level before you install them to make sure they’re safe
“Google Play Protect” is a malware scanning service provided by Google that works so seamlessly in the background of your phone and Chromebook that you likely have never heard of it. Essentially, it’s like a guard that constantly checks your home for invaders. I know that sounds like a stupid analogy, but it’s true. if […]
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Some websites pretend your Chromebook has a virus. Here’s how to get rid of the notifications
Back when I was a Chromebook Expert in Best Buy, I can’t tell you how many customers came to me and told me that their Chromebook had a virus. Now, I probably don’t need to tell you that Chromebooks don’t get viruses, but just as a reminder, ChromeOS isn’t affected by the same privacy and […]
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Three of my favorite upcoming Android 14 features probably aren’t what you expect
The release of Android 14 is right around the corner with the hardware event for Google’s Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, and you’d think I’d be gushing about the battery improvements, or the cross device improvements for app developers such as the display adaptability tools, but no. Here are the three of the features I’m […]
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This Android bug exposes your Google Wallet credit card details in plain sight via NFC
A security loophole has been found in Android that potentially puts your credit card details at risk through NFC, and yes, it displays your card number in plain sight! Google says it’s preparing a fix for the issue that was discovered over on GitHub by MrTiz. By using an NFC device called the Flipper Zero, […]
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Google takes a step toward mending its reputation with a new Transparency Center
Google’s had a rocky go of it lately. With issues over data privacy and the company being accused and even taken to court many times over monopolistic behavior, it’s safe to say the tech giant’s shiny image has taken a hit over the years. In a move to restore its relationship with users, Google has […]
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Chrome’s Safety Check feature will soon tell you if your browser extensions are compromised
Starting with Chrome 117, Google’s Safety Check feature will flag extensions that are no longer safe for you to keep installed. Here’s how it works – Chrome will proactively highlight extensions that have been unpublished by the developer, have been taken down for violating the Chrome Web Store policy, or that were flagged as malware. […]
Continue ReadingGoogle beefs up its privacy tools to empower you to better control your online footprint
Google announced today in a Keyword blog post that it’s beefing up the ‘Results about you’ tool that we covered last year. This tool, which can be found by tapping on your profile image on the Google Search app on Android and iOS tracks if your phone number, home address or email is published somewhere […]
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It may be easier to move to other platforms next year thanks to changes coming to Google Takeout
Google Takeout, the tool we all use (or should be using) to backup all of our Google Account data, may soon undergo a long overdue upgrade. The proposed enhancements aim to streamline the process of exporting your data to other platforms – hallelujah! Google has been under the lens as of late for how “portable” […]
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Google is cleaning house: How to save your dormant account from deletion
We woke up to a curveball from Google, and it might just rattle your peace of mind. In the online world, out of sight often means out of mind, but with a new policy that’s started rolling out today, ignoring those rarely used accounts could come with a heavy price. Inactive Google Accounts pose a […]
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Google reveals Android Unknown Tracker Alerts for rogue AirTags, could potentially save your life
Do you recall hearing about Grogu, Google’s much-anticipated competitor to the AirTag? What about the new Find My Device network, which was expected to launch soon? Unfortunately, these have been postponed until the year’s end. However, Google today revealed an incredibly useful feature developed in cooperation with Apple to tide us over – Unknown Tracker […]
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Google One VPN to improve location service accuracy by switching to local IP addresses
Virtual Private Networks, or VPNs for short, are primarily designed to enhance user anonymity. They achieve this by giving you the freedom to choose the country from which your IP address is being broadcast from. The aim is to maximize privacy by limiting the extent to which you can be tracked online. However many apps […]
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Google Passwords for desktop Chrome is getting biometric authentication
On The Keyword blog today, Google revealed its plans to enhance the password manager in Chrome for desktop. These new features were previously only available on mobile devices. One of the standout additions discussed is biometric authentication. You’ll now have the option to use your device’s supported biometric methods, such as fingerprint scanning or facial […]
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Criminal IP launches AI-based Chrome Extension to battle phishing, malware, and ransomware
Malicious scams such as phishing, malware, and ransomware continue to evolve and have become a critical concern to users around the globe. To address this issue, Criminal IP, an OSINT-based search engine, made an exciting announcement introducing the launch of a Chrome extension called Criminal IP AI-based Phishing Link Checker on May 22, 2023. This Criminal […]
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Google One VPN will now let you quickly see your IP address and network information
I know I’m not alone when I say I often visit “What’s My IP” on a Google Search to quickly figure out what my information is for one reason or another. Whether I’m connecting my device to my PS5 for remote play, or something else, it’s a handy thing to well, have on hand. Google […]
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