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Seeing 'Encrypted' On Your iPhone Messages? Here's What That Means

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Sun, 31 May 2026 17:47:00 +0000

Blue and green bubbles aside, texting your Android friends has never been safer. Discover the "lock" icon that just changed the way we message forever.

5 Ways To Tell If Someone's Recording You With Smart Glasses

staff@bgr.com (Daniel Trock) — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:17:00 +0000

As smart glasses become more popular, there are concerns around being recorded without consent. Fortunately, there are several ways to stay aware of this.

11 Things You Should Never Do On Public Wi-Fi

staff@bgr.com (Ritwik Mitra) — Mon, 11 May 2026 20:02:00 +0000

Public Wi-Fi can be a convenient way to stay connected while on the go, but you need to be careful. Avoid doing these things on public Wi-Fi to stay safe.

Utah's New VPN Laws Could Have A Huge Effect On How You Use The Internet

staff@bgr.com (Alec Hively) — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:45:00 +0000

As part of a recent worldwide wave of "age verification" measures, Utah has introduced new VPN laws that threaten to cause further problems for internet users.

5 Signs An Email Is A Scam

staff@bgr.com (Jonathan Sayers) — Tue, 05 May 2026 20:17:00 +0000

If you fail to recognize the signs that an email is a scam, it may take considerable effort to recover your data from cybercriminals.

3 Dangerous Password Habits You Should Avoid

staff@bgr.com (Joe Oliveto) — Mon, 04 May 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Managing passwords is no fun, but you still need to take care in order to keep your accounts safe. Here are the dangerous password habits you should avoid.

The Danger With Trying To Retrieve A Phone That Falls Between Plane Seats

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Mon, 04 May 2026 02:17:00 +0000

A lost phone between plane seats is more than an annoyance; it's a safety emergency. Discover the dangers of the seat gap and what to do next.

Did The TOOR Key Lockbox & App Survive After Shark Tank? Here's What Happened After Season 8

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Sun, 03 May 2026 11:17:00 +0000

The creator of the TOOR Key Lockbox and App came to "Shark Tank" looking for a big deal to help realtors. Here's what happened on the show and afterwards.

This Is The Worst Video Doorbell Consumer Reports Has Tested

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Sun, 03 May 2026 00:47:00 +0000

If you're in the market for a video doorbell to keep your home safe and secure, the team at Consumer Reports cautions against buying this model.

You Should Encrypt Your Files Before Uploading Them To The Cloud - Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Sat, 02 May 2026 21:47:00 +0000

Storing a copy of important files in the cloud is a great safeguard in addition to keeping physical backups, but here's why you should encrypt before uploading.

8 Of The Best Security Cameras That Don't Require A Subscription

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Mamiit) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Home security cameras provide peace of mind, but cloud fees can be expensive. Here are several great cameras that avoid that cost with local video storage.

A New Quantum Breakthrough Could End Submarine Stealth For Good

staff@bgr.com (Alan Bradley) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:17:00 +0000

From their inception, submarines are stealthy, utilizing their shape and various technologies to hide thousands of feet beneath the ocean's waves.

Your VPN Data Logs Are A Security Risk - Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:47:00 +0000

VPNs are supposed to protect your privacy, but the data your provider logs could be working against you. Here's what to look for and what to avoid.

10 Things You Didn't Know Your Ring Camera Can Do

staff@bgr.com (Vaishnavi Srivastava) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:02:00 +0000

You're probably not using your Ring camera to its full potential. We rounded up top tips, from doubling battery life to locating lost pets, you should know.

Those Black Domes On Security Cameras Perform A Serious Psychological Function

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:17:00 +0000

The black domes often seen on security cameras go beyond being simply a lens protector, and also serve a key psychological function for those being watched.

This New HDMI Gadget Can Block Malware From Reaching Your Computer

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0000

The U.K.'s National Cyber Security Centre developed a plug-and-play HDMI gadget that blocks malware from reaching computers through display connections.

Huge Botnet Linked To Russia Infected Over 10 Million Devices Before Being Shut Down

staff@bgr.com (Alec Hively) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:25:32 +0000

A huge botnet that was supposedly linked to Russia was found to have infected over 10 million devices. Authorities in The Netherlands have now shut it down.

The Risk With Using Free VPNs That You Need To Know

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Sun, 24 May 2026 09:17:00 +0000

Most people opt for free VPNs since there are ample options available on the internet. However, free VPNs could be doing more harm than good.

5 Easy Ways To Make Your Router More Secure

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Sat, 23 May 2026 09:17:00 +0000

Hackers will often use phishing scams and malware to get into your system, but if they have just some info, they can also get in through your Wi-Fi router.

Scientists Show That Routers Can Be Used To Track Your Movements Through Walls

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 20 May 2026 17:17:00 +0000

The ultimate spy tool is already in your home. Discover how researchers transformed an everyday Wi-Fi router into a device that sees through walls.