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What to Do If You Forget Your Android Phone's PIN, Pattern, or Password

Even if you use a fingerprint or Face Unlock to secure your Android phone, neither of those methods can be used as the "main" security method. For example, when you restart your phone, it will require ...
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Latest OxygenOS 15 update (.850/860) soft-bricks OnePlus 11, 12 & 13 devices after factory reset

The August and September 2025 OxygenOS 15 build versions .850 and .860 (respectively) for the OnePlus 11, OnePlus 12, and OnePlus 13 series were supposed to ...
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Set up private space on Android to hide sensitive apps

Learn how to set up private space on Android feature to completely hide sensitive apps from view with step-by-step setup instructions and the tips.

6 myths about two-factor authentication that could get you hacked

The idea behind 2FA is simple. You either have it enabled or you don't. You'd assume that enabled means that your account is ...

A look at all the known Pixel 10 problems so far, and how to fix them

The Google Pixel 10 is here, but unfortunately, the launch has been a bit rocky so far. Here are all the Pixel 10 problems we know so far.
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The hidden downsides of switching to eSIM-only phones

The complexity works as soft lock-in ... the gain is marginal. Android phones with SIM trays already carry IP68 ratings. The tray hasn't been the weak point, and this small gain doesn't offset the ...