You know that uneasy feeling you get when you hand your phone over to someone else so they can see something? Perhaps you wanted to show them a video on YouTube or a few photos you snapped of something funny or interesting. Whatever the case, there’s always that brief, awkward moment right as your phone passes for your hand to someone else’s when you say to yourself, “please don’t swipe too far in the Photos app” or “please don’t go digging around in my phone.” You might not even necessarily have anything to hide, it’s just uncomfortable to think that someone else might start looking through your phone and see something personal or embarrassing.

Some Android phones ship with built-in security that lets you password protect individual apps. Even on phones that don’t you can easily download a security app that adds this nifty functionality to your phone. On iOS devices, however, there is no such option… which is a bit ironic considering how much Apple loves to talk about security and privacy on iOS compared to Android. While there’s still no way to completely keep people out of your apps, there is a nifty trick that’ll let you limit the damage.

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How to stop people from snooping around in all the apps on your iPhone originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 16 Jan 2019 at 09:03:11 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There are so many different pairs of high-quality Bluetooth earbuds on Amazon that are affordable, it seems crazy at this point to spend $100 or more on earbuds from brands like Beats. You can get the same quality and battery life for much, much less money, and today’s deal is a perfect example. The TaoTronics Magnetic Bluetooth Earbuds typically cost between $28 and $30, but they’re on sale today on Amazon for just $24 if you buy them in black. But wait! Use the coupon code OY88FQCI at checkout and you can snag them for only $15.99.

Bluetooth Headphones TaoTronics Wireless Earbuds Sport Earphones 9 Hours 4.2 Magnetic Lightweig…: $15.99 (use code OY88FQCI)

Here are the highlights from the product page:

• Splash Proof Build: Nano coating protects the earphones when exercising and during rain
• Lightweight and Comfortable: Sports headphones feature an ergonomic design with highly elastic, adjustable silicon earbuds; weighs barely 0.53 oz / 15 g
• 9 Hour Battery Life: Charge just 2 hours for 9 hours of audio; includes an iOS battery indicator so you know the Bluetooth earbuds’ remaining battery life
• Crisp Voice Calls: cVc 6.0 Noise Cancelling pairs with a MEMS mic to reduce vocal interference and enjoy clear and easy communication
• Secure Magnetic Design: Magnets prevent the headphones from sliding off when not in use, just hang around your neck

Bluetooth Headphones TaoTronics Wireless Earbuds Sport Earphones 9 Hours 4.2 Magnetic Lightweig…: $15.99 (use code OY88FQCI)

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These super popular Bluetooth earbuds are way too good to be on sale for $15.99 originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 16 Jan 2019 at 08:40:42 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Netflix announced the biggest price increase in the history of the streaming service today, hiking prices on all three of its US plan tiers by between 13% and 18%. The most popular plan in the US, for example, will now cost $13 instead of $11, and there’s no great mystery why Netflix is doing this. The company needs an ever-growing pile of cash to fund the original shows and movies that make Netflix’s stable of exclusive content attractive enough to keep subscribers and entice new ones. That’s the whole ballgame.

Meanwhile, today’s price hike has also spurred an interesting Reddit thread that may give many subscribers pause as they consider how they feel about this. Reddit user SuchRush decided to ask a simple question: “How much could Netflix increase prices before you’d cancel?”

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How much can Netflix raise its prices before customers cancel in droves? originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 16 Jan 2019 at 08:17:26 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Yay, Apple finally released official battery cases for the iPhone XR and iPhone XS! Boo, they cost $130 each. Seriously, pause for a moment to think about that… $130 for a battery case! Apple always charges a premium for its accessories, but $130 is flat-out obscene. Instead of dumping all that cash on an Apple case, check out these alternatives that cost $30 or less. Oh and they also have bigger batteries that Apple’s new cases so they last longer. The Newdery 5,000 mAh iPhone XR Battery Case is a great option for the iPhone XR, while iPhone XS users should check out the iPosible 6,000 mAh Battery Case for iPhone X/XS. If you have an iPhone XS Max, you should check out this popular Ztesy case that adds 6,000 mAh of juice for only $24.

Newdery 5,000 mAh iPhone XR Battery Case

• [EXTENDED 100%+ BATTERY LIFE] – Powerful 5000mAh Li-polymer portable charger case can effectively provide 100%+ extra battery life for iPhone XR, the power case supports the lightning port. Premium design for 2018 newly released iPhone XR.
• [BUILT IN MAGNETIC METAL] – The iPhone XR extended case battery is built in high-quality magnetic metal, compatible with any magnetic car mount holder. Support wireless and wired headphone, It’s a good choice to enjoy music while charging.
• [CHARGING and DATA-SYNC 2 IN 1] – Sync your iPhone XR to the MacBook, PC or laptop without removing the case charging. Simultaneously charge your iPhone XR and case charger together with the original iPhone lightning cable(charge quicker separately).
• [360 FULL PROTECTION] – Soft TPU material of lightweight backup cover provide superior full protection to iPhone XR, EXTRA LIPS helps prevent your screen and camera from getting scratched.
• [100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED] – 12-month warranty with Amazon 30 days full refund guarantee; Lifetime customer support for 5000mAh iPhone XR battery charger.

: $29.99

iPosible 6,500 mAh Battery Case for iPhone X/XS

• ➤【6500mAh High Capacity Last Longer】:This iPhone X/Xs charging case is 6500mAh high powerful capacity.More than doubles your iPhone’s battery life.And never worried about your iPhone ran out of battery in daily life.It’s Portable charging anytime and anywhere.
• ➤【Easy to install】:Insert your iPhone X/Xs into the lightning output port,press cellphone into the case,then adjust the soft top,pressing the power button for 3s.The iPhone X/Xs extended charging case uses a lightning input port to enable recharging and data transfer.
• ➤【Advanced Sync-through TECHNOLOGY】:Amazing sync-through technology that you can simultaneously charge your iPhone and the iPhone X/Xs battery case charger together, Conveniently sync your iPhone to your Macbook, PC or laptop without having to take the battery case off.100% compatible with all iOS versions:Apple Pay, and future iOS software updates(Apple CarPlay is not supported).
• ➤【Charging & Protection 2 in 1】: The iphone X/Xs battery pack charger case was Charging and Protecting double function,well-made hard case with 360 degree protective bumper design, Protect your iPhone from scratches or other daily wear and tear.The batteries use Grade A+ batteries with CE and RoHS certification.Internal chips also protect your smart phone from overheating, short-circuiting, over charging, and discharging!
• ➤【24 Month Warranty】: Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority.Purchase with confidence,100% money back guarantee,If you are not satisfied with our iPhone X/Xs battery case,let us know we will guide how to use,we offer full refund or replacement so you Risk Free.

: $28.55

Ztesy 6,000 mAh iPhone XS Max Battery Case

• More Than 180% Extra Power–ZTESY battery case with powerful 6000mAh capacity for iPhone XS Max helps keep your phone charged the entire day. ONLY FOR 6.5 INCH MODEL.
• 360°scratch-guard–ZTESY High quality battery cases with dual layer to protect your iPhone XS Max from scratches and daily wear and tear.LED indicator will show how much juice is left.
• 100% compatible with all iOS versions–Approved by Apple to work with all functions of your iPhone XS Max charging case. This battery case has the highest industry regulatory certificates: CE, RoHS, and FCC.
• 100% safty–Stop wasting your money on cheaply made charging stations which might ruin your phone! This case have fast charger station offers temperature rise, over-current, short circuit, over-voltage, over-load, electromagnetic, electrostatic and electric shock protection! Now, your iPhone XS Max as well as you are safe.
• 30-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE–Purchase with confidence! Life-Time ironclad warranty ensures you are protected for the life of this product, enabling you to return the product in case you don’t like your purchase for any reason.

: $23.99

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You can buy 4 of these iPhone XR/XS battery cases for the price of one of Apple’s new cases originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 16 Jan 2019 at 07:54:28 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Galaxy S10 is coming soon, but Samsung’s new flagship won’t be the only exciting phone of 2019. Reports earlier this week said that a Chinese smartphone maker many people haven’t even heard of would unveil new camera innovations at a press conference in China. At the time, we told you why that’s exciting news for western smartphone fans, as that smartphone maker happens to be Oppo, whose designs are often used by a certain smartphone vendor you might like, OnePlus. And Oppo did indeed deliver a presentation in China on Wednesday, where it unveiled new camera technology that would make 10x optical zoom possible, as well as in-display fingerprint scanning advancements that might make it to new devices as soon as this year.

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Forget the Galaxy S10, Oppo just unveiled exciting new smartphone camera and biometrics tech originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 16 Jan 2019 at 07:31:01 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Verizon announced back in August a great Apple Music promotion that offered its customers six months of free music. The only condition was that you had to be a Verizon Unlimited customer. The carrier is now upgrading the offer for its postpaid unlimited plans, by making Apple Music free of charge forever. That’s a great deal especially for those Verizon customers who are already on unlimited plans, and for people looking to switch.

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Verizon unlimited plans now come with free music streaming for life originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 16 Jan 2019 at 06:50:26 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After weeks of seeing the China-based tech giant he leads deal with a crushing wave of negative publicity, the billionaire founder and CEO of Huawei has broken his typical silence to give a rare and somewhat extraordinary interview.

Following the recent arrest in Canada of his daughter — Huawei’s CFO Meng Wanzhou — ahead of presumed extradition to the US, not to mention the conventional wisdom that China uses the company’s mobile products as potential tools for spying, the businessman decided to fire back. “No law requires any company in China to install mandatory back doors,” CEO Ren Zhengfei said during remarks today. “I personally would never harm the interest of my customers and me and my company would not answer to such requests.”

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Huawei CEO denies the company spies for China – and praises Trump originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Jan 2019 at 23:18:17 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ever since I saw Michael J. Fox using those self-lacing shoes as Marty McFly in Back to the Future back when I was a kid, I’ve wanted to see that kind of technology in action.

Needless to say, I’ve had to tie my shoelaces manually thousands of times until the technology became available. And when it did launch, it was pretty expensive. But Nike has a more affordable pair of self-lacing shoes out right now, which have nothing to do with those Back of the Future gimmicks. The new Nike Adapt BB have smart features built-in, which are meant to improve the performance of athletes when it matters most.

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Nike just unveiled a pair of self-lacing shoes that you can control with an app originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Jan 2019 at 21:53:20 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It was only a few months ago, towards the end of 2018, that we heard about a novel method that law enforcement officials were using to break into suspects’ phones. In the case of an iPhone X owned by a 28-year-old suspect caught up in a child abuse investigation that was protected by Apple’s Face ID technology, the feds after raiding the suspect’s home just … held up the phone and demanded he look at it so the device would unlock. The suspect did so, which allowed the feds to poke through his online chats, photos and more.

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Judge’s ruling forbids police from forcing suspects to unlock their phones with biometrics originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Jan 2019 at 20:28:33 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It might sound like something out of a Hollywood blockbuster — hackers getting into position behind a control panel and taking over a construction site, using the equipment there to wreak large-scale havoc. Unfortunately, in a new paper published today by researchers Federico Maggi and Marco Balduzzi, it’s not as far-fetched as it sounds.

Indeed, the researchers who work at cybersecurity firm Trend Micro are sounding the alarm about how vulnerable construction cranes are to hackers who might want to cause mischief and destruction, with the video above walking through some of the finer points about how it’s done.

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Watch these researchers show how easy it is to hack construction cranes originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Jan 2019 at 19:06:42 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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