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Concise coverage of Android & iOS releases, security patches, and useful settings. No hype—just what to do next.

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Android security patch roundup

Filed under Security ·

Google’s monthly patch closes high‑severity flaws in system components and Bluetooth. Check for updates in Settings and restart to apply. Manufacturers may stagger rollouts over several days.

iOS point release focuses on stability

Filed under Updates ·

Bug fixes for notifications and battery reporting. If you skipped the last version, this is a safe hop. Always back up first and verify free storage before installing.

Router firmware: the forgotten update

Filed under Home Network ·

Your phone’s security depends on your Wi‑Fi. Log into your router admin page and apply pending updates; change the default admin password and disable WPS.

Five browser toggles that cut risk fast

Filed under Tips ·

Turn on HTTPS‑Only, block third‑party cookies, review extensions, and consider a built‑in tracker blocker. These small tweaks add up on both Android and iOS.

Changelog watch

PlatformHeadlineAction
AndroidSecurity patch level bumpInstall update, then reboot twice to finish optimizations.
iOSMinor bugfix releaseApply via Settings → General → Software Update.
ChromeZero‑day fix shipsUpdate browser; relaunch to complete.