In this issue ...

Protect your messages
🆘 Emergency iPhone patch
Goodbye, free photo storage

3 things you need to know today

1. Anyone can intercept your text messages – unless you do this

Are you one of the millions still using traditional SMS texting methods? If so, you need to know it's not secure. With a little technology and nefarious motives, hackers can intercept your messages easily. Fortunately, there is a better way and we'll show you how to text more securely.

Tap or click here for a more secure way to text. →

2. Update your iPhone now! Emergency patch closes vulnerability

Apple just rolled out a critical security patch for its devices. If you have an iPhone or iPad, you should install the latest iOS or iPadOS as soon as possible. This security flaw can give access to hackers, who could then steal your personal information and cause all kinds of chaos.

Tap or click here to get this critical Apple patch. →

3. Google’s free unlimited photo storage ends soon – Upload before it’s too late

Google is getting rid of one of its most popular services: Free unlimited photo storage in Google Photos. Soon, photos uploaded to Google Photos in high quality will count against your Google Drive data. We have all the dates you need to know, as well as some free alternatives to try.

Tap or click here for more photo storage options. →

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Zuckerberg is in denial

At this week’s Congressional hearing with the CEOs of Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet, lawmakers in both parties made it clear social media has too much control over what you see and hear.

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DID YOU KNOW ... ?

If you’ve never seen a volcanic eruption, one photographer is here to show you what you’re missing. New drone footage zooms over the explosive lava, giving you a close view of the Fagradalsfjall volcano near Iceland's capital, Reykjavik.

The flight was a huge risk for drone pilot Bjorn Steinbek; the lava could have burnt or damaged his drone. But he took the chance, which means we see the amazing flight of a camera flying over lava as it shoots and spills around the rocky peak. Luckily, the drone survived! Click here to see the incredible moment an Icelandic volcano erupted.

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