“Back in June, we spotted Google’s Files app working on a password-protected “Safe Folder.” This feature is now rolling out in beta, while the company reports 150 million monthly users.”
How to use Microsoft Teams with your friends and family
“It’s taken a while, especially considering the number of people who are looking for convenient ways to chat and videoconference these days, but Microsoft has finally created a version of its business Teams app for personal use.”
Office 365 now opens attachments in a sandbox to prevent infections
“Microsoft today announced the launch of Application Guard for Office in public preview to protect enterprise users from threats using malicious attachments as an attack vector.”
Apple officially kicks Fortnite off the iPhone and iPad, banning Epic’s developer account
“Apple’s battle with Fortnite’s developer just got a little more epic. Apple ratcheted up pressure on Epic Games Friday, banning the company’s developer account, effectively cutting it off from updating its Fortnite game on iPhones and iPads.”
Two quick taps in Google Messages can reroute RCS chat messages as SMS
“Google’s rollout of RCS chat via Jibe in its Messages app has just about enveloped the world — we haven’t covered every new country, but we’ve seen a steady trickle of reports from new markets as it slowly makes its way around the globe.”
Facebook begins merging Instagram and Messenger chats in new update
“Facebook appears to flipping the switch on integrating the chat systems for Instagram and Messenger.”
Google Drive flaw may let attackers fool you into installing malware
“Google Drive may have a way for hackers to trick you into installing rogue code. System administrator A. Nikoci has told The Hacker News about a flaw in Drive’s “manage versions” feature that could let attackers swap a legitimate file with malware.”
Outlook “mail issues” phishing – don’t fall for this scam!
“Thanks to Michelle Farenci of the Sophos Security Team for her behind-the-scenes work on this article. Here’s a phish that our own security team received themselves.”
Telegram introduces end-to-end encrypted video calls
“Telegram is introducing end-to-end encrypted video calls on its platform as the chat app completes seven years. Right now the feature will be available in alpha mode on its Android app, while iOS users might have to wait for a little while to get this feature.”
How to fix blurry MMS text videos on Android phones
“Text messaging is a lot more complicated than it used to be, especially when iPhones and Android devices are mixed together.”
