Are you able to beat this brain game? — Your Apple device is at risk
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August 20, 2022

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In this issue ...

  • More dangerous apps
  • Can you spot the hidden number?
  • 🇺🇲 Happiest states in the US
  • Update your Apple device ASAP
Check your phone! Dozens of dangerous apps spotted

4 things you need to know today

1. Check your phone! Dozens of dangerous apps spotted

Another group of malicious apps has been found that put your device at risk. This bunch spreads adware, which will serve nonstop ads. But that's not all. They have a way of hiding on your device, making them nearly impossible to find and delete. We've got a list of bad apps to avoid and ways to stay protected.

Tap or click here to find out which apps to stay away from. →

2. Can you beat this brain game? Find the hidden number in this clever optical illusion

Brainteasers and optical illusions are more than just fun. They can help keep your mind active and alert for years to come. The optical illusion we have for you today is especially tricky. If you can find the hidden numbers, we'll be impressed!

Tap or click here to see if you can spot the hidden number. →

3. Oh, happy day! These are the happiest states in the U.S. (and the least happy)

How happy are the people living in your state? A recent study of Instagram pictures revealed the happiest cities and states in the U.S. Thanks to AI, data analysts learned that Utah is the happiest while California is the least happy. Where does your state rank?

Tap or click to find out where your state ranks in terms of happiness. →

4. Warning: All your Apple devices are at risk

Developers constantly release patches and updates to keep devices and software running smoothly. Apple just released a doozy. This week the Cupertino company revealed a vulnerability that affects just about every iPhone, iPad and Mac released in the last few years. We'll show you how this exposes you to hackers and what you can do about it.

Tap or click here to get these critical updates from Apple. →

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Most invasive home tech, Facebook dangers, new Google tricks

Your privacy could be in danger if you have any smart home devices. In this episode, learn new Google tricks, keyboard shortcuts and a few Facebook dangers. Also, here's why you should never use in-app browsers. (If you put your info in them, you're in big trouble!)

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Trending now: Tech news, tips and know-how

  1. Use Microsoft OneDrive? Tap or click for details on a phishing attack you need to know about.
  2. Have you heard about scareware? Tap or click for ways to spot this dangerous cyberattack and protect yourself.
  3. These are the worst apps for privacy. Tap or click to ensure you don't have them on your device.
  4. Watch out! These QR code scams are tough to spot. Tap or click for ways to avoid these dangerous links.
  5. End-to-end encryption comes to Facebook Messenger. Tap or click to find out how to enable it.
 

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