Author: Geek Planet

The Samsung Galaxy S25 “Slim” has been part of the rumor mill for a while now. If you’ve missed it, here’s what you need to know: it almost certainly does exist, and it’s expected to launch sometime during the middle of 2025 instead of next month like the rest of the Galaxy S25 lineup. Now, we have a better idea of ​​just how thin this phone might actually be. Known tipster Ice Universe shared the information on Weibostating that its thickness “may be 6.x mm.” In other words, the leaker isn’t sure of the exact thickness but expects it to…

If you own an older iPhone or iPad, it may be time to consider upgrading. As of December 18 this week, the minimum requirement for using iCloud backups will be devices running iOS 9 or later, as support for iOS 8 and earlier versions has ended. This information was initially communicated to Apple users in November, As noted by MacRumorswhile iCloud support for devices running iOS 8 or earlier has ceased, you can still create manual backups on a Mac or Windows PC. If your device is currently on iOS 8 but can upgrade to a newer version, your iCloud…

Table of Contents Table of Contents Messaging security tips 2FA and Passkeys Use a password manager The value of a VPN A few final security tips It’s the holiday season, and that means an onslaught of bad actors trying to ensnare digital shoppers into their scams. even Google had to publish a self-pat-on-the-back alert covering celebrity scams, fake invoice traps, and digital extortion. Of course, Big G took the opportunity to regale the virtues of Gmail’s anti-spam tricks. The government, however, is dead serious about the threats, which extend well into the domain of intricate cyberattacks and telecom breaches targeting…

Table of Contents Table of Contents How much have I worn the Oura Ring? What about the data? What’s worrying me? Will I stop wearing it? I’ve worn one wearable more than any other this year, and it speaks to not only its convenience but also its brilliance. It’s the Oura Ring, and I started off 2024 with the third-generation version on my finger, but I will close it with the Oura Ring 4. While I’m going to generally sing its praises, I’m also going to share why I’m a little concerned about it, too. How much have I worn…

Table of Contents Table of Contents This is a serious threat Expensive is not always good Just over a year ago, a study published in the Advances in Infectious Diseases journal detailed that 95% of the wearable straps for smartwatches and fitness bands were infected with different kinds of harmful bacteria. Now, another research published in a reputed journal has revealed an even more sinister trend in straps sold for wrist-worn smart wearables. The paper, published in the ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology Letters, highlights the presence of perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) in fluoroelastomer bands offered by various top brands. The…

Niagara Launcher, one of the most popular apps in the Google Play Store, has received a significant update. It now includes a backup feature, which many users have requested. The news about Niagra’sWinter Update” was announced on The new backup feature allows launcher users to save their settings for future restoration. This is especially helpful for those switching phones, resetting their devices, or experimenting with different setups. It integrates with Android’s built-in backup system, automatically saving your settings to Google Drive. This backup includes a user’s favorites, app swipe actions, blacklisted apps, and more. Niagara is launching the new backup…

Samsung has taken steps in the past to handle leaks, but that hasn’t slowed the flow of information this year. The Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup barely has any secrets left after the information we’ve seen emerge over the past several months, but now we have mostly clear renders of the Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra. Tipster Evan Blass shared the renders onand the images show the differences in design between the flagship devices. The Galaxy S25 Plus has corners with a more distinct curve, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra has more angular corners. These renders line up with…

Samsung is working hard to attract Galaxy device owners to visit and download apps from the Galaxy Store, its own pre-installed app store, which rivals Google’s Play Store and is pre-installed on all certified Android phones. To do this, Samsung has announced the arrival of Netflix and an exclusive incentive to download it — a special Samsung-only look at the upcoming Squid Game season 2 netflix series. Download the streaming app from the Galaxy Store, and an “exclusive, never-before-seen clip” from Squid Game season 2 will be yours, which is said to provide a “darker, twisted look into the storyline…

AirDrop and AirPlay are popular features that significantly benefit users, but are currently unavailable to non-Apple users. This may change in the future in the European Union (EU), where proposals are being developed that could require Apple to make these features accessible on Android devices. According to TechRadarthe proposed changes under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) would require Apple to make its exclusive features available to other developers and smartphone manufacturers. AirDrop is integrated into all Apple devices, allowing users to share files wirelessly with nearby devices. It provides a direct, digital method for transferring files to someone next to…

Table of Contents Table of Contents What made me want to change? Adding devices What’s better with Alexa? Sounds basic Would I go back? This time last year, I was about to move into a new house, and I made the decision to say goodbye to Google Assistant and hello to Amazon Alexa for all my smart home duties. Now, almost a year later, I’m absolutely convinced it was the right thing to do, as it showed me how fuss-free smart homes can be — and how Assistant’s unreliability had been holding me back. What made me want to change?…