AFP/Getty Images The FTC has come down hard on hotel chain Marriott following a series of data breaches between 2014 and 2020 that harmed more than 344 million customers around the world. In a Wednesday news release announcing a settlement order with the company, the agency said that Marriott must delete any personal data associated […] More
Roberto Machado Noa/Getty Images Living in South Florida means that hurricanes are a regular part of my life. Through experience, I’ve learned that preparing for a storm is more than just stocking up on supplies — it’s also about having the right data and tools available. Also: How to use Android’s emergency satellite texting if […] More
Bill Hinton/Getty Images Protecting people from online scams and frauds is a never-ending struggle for the good guys. One way to improve the odds is by sharing useful information. And now Google has kicked off a new initiative aiming to do just that. In a blog post published Wednesday, Google announced a new online clearinghouse […] More
Kerry Wan/ZDNETAs Florida faces Hurricane Milton right on the heels of Hurricane Helene, communications is one critical area likely to be affected. People in the state may not be able to rely on cellular or Wi-Fi service to call emergency personnel for help or loved ones for comfort. Also: How to use Android’s emergency satellite texting if you lose cell signalTo deal with disruptions to cellular connectivity, iPhone owners can instead turn to satellite connections. Apple offers three features that can help help.1. Emergency SOS via SatelliteWith Emergency SOS via Satellite, iPhone users can send text messages to emergency responders. But rather than travel through a cellular or Wi-Fi network, the messages use satellites to go back and forth. Introduced late last year with iOS 16.1, this feature is available on all iPhone 14, 15, and 16 models. There’s no need for a separate app or software update; Emergency SOS via Satellite works automatically when needed.Also: 5 hurricane-tracking apps I’m using to keep an eye on Hurricane Milton from South FloridaOnce your phone has access to the satellite service, you’ll see a notification badge in the Settings app and an item labeled “Get Help During an Emergency.” You can also check the feature by opening the Settings app and selecting “Emergency SOS.” Swipe to the bottom of the page where you’ll see “Emergency SOS via Satellite” and an option to try the demo (more on that in a minute). More
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