A massive SMS toll fee scam is sweeping the US – here’s how to stay safe, according to the FBI
US smishing scam claims that unpaid toll service fees are due SMS messages include a bogus link to make an online payment ...
FBI’s warning to iPhone, Android users: Delete these ‘smishing’ texts now
Smishing” is a combination of “SMS” and “phishing,” referring to deceptive tactics used to manipulate individuals into ...
Why Gmail's switch from SMS authentication to QR codes should be the standard
QR code verification is more secure than SMS authentication as there is no message containing an access code. No code means ...
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Google Replacing SMS With QR Codes for Gmail Authentication
Instead of an SMS, a QR code will be sent to your phone to verify your Gmail account. Google says it's moving away from SMS ...
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Microsoft is rolling out SMS texting for Teams Phone with Calling Plan
After many years of asking for it, Microsoft Teams users will finally be able to send SMS texts on Teams phones with a new Calling Plan that’s rolling out soon. This plan is set to include this option ...
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SMS vs MMS: What's the difference?
SMS, or Short Message Service, lets users send text-only messages of up to 160 characters across cellular networks. The protocol was created to work across carriers’ voice infrastructure for ...
Your iPhone now lets apps send you ‘Critical Messages’ via SMS
Your iPhone now offers support for a Critical Messages feature that allows apps to send you SMS messages in very specific situations.
Microsoft just made Teams even more of a hassle to use
Microsoft is going to soon make you use another app to send and receive text messages. The feature is not gone, it's only ...
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Google shares details on its plan to ditch SMS codes, and here's how it'll work
In some cases, users will have to send an SMS to Google instead of Google sending an SMS code to them. Users will have fallback authentication mechanisms available, but they’ll still need a ...
Strength In Numbers: Safeguarding MMS, SMS And RCS From Fraud And Spam
Standard, industry-wide approaches like STIR/SHAKEN highlight the strength of a phone number. Because dozens of carriers and ...
Happy Holi 2025: Top wishes, SMS, and quotes to send your loved ones
'May the festival of colours Holi clear the dark clouds of your life, and may the sun shine brighter every day to fill your lives with joy, peace, and prosperity' 'We wish you a Holi full of success, ...