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How to prepare your phone for trade-in

Engadget

There are also options to recycle part or all of your phone if it's too old to make a trade-in worthwhile. Whatever path you choose, there are important steps to take to prepare a phone you're about to get rid of. These instructions apply to any model you might have, including both iPhones and Android phones.

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Here’s how to check your phone for Pegasus spyware using Amnesty’s tool

The Verge

Amnesty International — part of the group that helped break the news of journalists and heads of state being targeted by NSO’s government-grade spyware, Pegasus — has released a tool to check if your phone has been affected. Using the tool involves backing up your phone to a separate computer and running a check on that backup.

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Yes, You Can Record a Phone Call on Android — Here’s How

TechRepublic

Curious about recording phone calls on your Android device? Follow our step-by-step instructions for seamless recording.

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Man who unlocked nearly 2 million AT&T phones gets 12 years in prison

The Verge

Man who pleaded guilty in a phone-unlocking case sentenced to prison | Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge. This allegedly allowed him to unlock more phones, and do so more efficiently. million phones, costing the company more than $200 million. Fahd was arrested in Hong Kong in 2018 and extradited to the US in 2019.

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The best foldable phones for 2025

Engadget

Foldable phones are no longer a gimmick theyre here to stay, and theyre better than ever. Whether you love the nostalgia of a flip phone or want the versatility of a near tablet-sized display that fits in your pocket, todays new foldable devices are packed with cutting-edge tech. Are foldable phones worth it?

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How to transfer your Google Authenticator 2FA to a new phone

The Verge

They work by issuing an authentication code on your phone when somebody tries to access the account; if that person doesn’t have the code, they (or you) don’t get in. Because 2FA uses a key specific to your phone, if you lose or break your phone, you can’t simply reinstall the app on your new phone and go on from there.

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9 Ways to Use Text Messaging for Your Virtual Fundraising Event

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By harnessing the convenience of the mobile phones donors use daily, you can transform your virtual fundraising events into engaging, revenue-boosting opportunities. On the day of your event, send a text telling them when you plan to go live along with instructions for how to join. Try it from your mobile phone now!

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