How do Triple Zero calls actually work? A telecommunications expert explains

While it might seem simple, there are many steps involved between you calling Triple Zero, and paramedics, police or ...
PC Magazine

Secret Service Uncovers Network of SIM Servers Capable of Disabling Cell Towers

The rogue cellular network spanned '100,000 SIM cards across multiple sites,' and was used to make fake calls to US officials, including swatting threats. A rogue cellular network secretly operating ...
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DITO calls for cybersecurity safeguards in Konektadong Pinoy rules

DITO Telecommunity (Dito Tel) on Thursday expressed support for the newly enacted Konektadong Pinoy Act, saying the telco would actively work with regulators in crafting the law's implementing rules ...
CNN

Secret Service traced swatting threats against officials. They found 300 servers capable of crippling New York’s cell system

On Christmas Day 2023, a man called the suicide prevention hotline claiming he had shot his girlfriend and threatening to kill himself. Police barreled toward the address but turned around before they ...
CNET

Don't Remember Someone's Number? Here's How to Use T9 Dialing on iPhone Instead

I don't know my wife's phone number. If I needed to call her and I didn't have my iPhone, I wouldn't be able to reach her. And according to a poll by WhistleOut, I'm not alone. About 17% of ...

How to use Wi-Fi calling and make phone calls even without a cell signal

Wi-Fi calling allows you to make calls using Wi-Fi instead of a cellular connection, and is great for folks living in areas ...
BGR

You Can Easily Record Calls On An Android Phone - Here's How

Your phone buzzes — it's extended family you haven't talked to in a while, or maybe it's your boss with an important update. Whatever the case, you want to record the conversation so you can listen ...

How to change your Google Voice number if you want to direct calls for work or personal reasons

You can change a Google Voice number for $10 or port your current phone number to a Google Voice account so both numbers can ...
SlashGear

Here's How Much Data A FaceTime Call Uses Per Hour

As seamless as Apple makes it look, FaceTime isn't magic. Like every other video-conferencing app, it works by streaming video and audio between devices, which means the moment you're off Wi-Fi, it's ...
MLive

Dear Abby: My wife refuses to use the phone and makes me handle all the calls

DEAR ABBY: I remarried several years after my first wife passed away. I thought they were different people, but they share one maddening trait. They refuse to use the phone! Of course they talk to the ...
WVEC

Dare County Sheriff warns of scam calls using deputies' names

DARE COUNTY, N.C. — The Dare County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about scam calls falsely using the names of deputies or claiming to represent the office. Officials said the calls may show up ...
ZDNet

This app will pay you $30/day to record your phone calls for AI - but is it worth it?

Neon will pay you to share your phone calls. The app sells recordings of your calls to AI companies for training. You can earn as much as $30 a day. A new app is promising to give you hundreds or even ...