Smartphones

TECH October 7

These are the 7 most devastating data breaches. Now what?

Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson: Data breaches in 2024 exposed info of millions, stressing the need for better cybersecurity.

OPINION September 21

Here's why parents should join educators to ban cellphones from classrooms

I not only echo the call to ban cellphones in schools, but I also want to encourage parents and teachers to work together to accomplish this critical, generation-defining mission.

TECH September 20

The $40K scam that almost got me + 3 more spreading now

With fake invoices and sextortion threats, here's a look at some of the latest spam emails currently circulating and how you can better protect yourself from them.

TECH September 20

Which iPhone 16 is right for you? Discover your perfect match

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson weighs in on Apple's latest iPhone lineup, its features, specs and pricing and the options that are best for you.

TECH September 17

National Security Agency is urging Americans to reboot our phones once a week

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says the National Security Agency advises weekly phone reboots to protect against cyberattacks and enhance mobile security.

Ask a Doctor September 13

‘Does smartphone exposure cause brain cancer?’: Ask a doctor

Neurosurgeon Dr. Paul Saphier and tech expert Scott Dylan debunk the idea that exposure to cell phones can cause brain cancer, sharing the reasons with Fox News Digital.

Wellness September 11

Slashing screen time for mental health: Carlos Whittaker shares his unplugged journey

Author Carlos Whittaker spent seven weeks without his phone in 2022. He discovered many things about himself and about the world around him that he had been missing which are detailed in his new book.

LIFESTYLE August 25

Cellphone bans in some states' public schools take effect as experts point out pros and cons

Some lawmakers are pushing for state-wide cellphone bans in schools, with some districts setting their own policies ahead of the upcoming school year. A pediatric psychologist offered insights.

HEALTH August 11

Limit of 3 hours of weekly screen time for kids has ‘positive effect’ on behavior, mental health: study

Kids between 4 and 17 who limited their screen time to three hours per week showed improvements in mental health, emotional regulation and behavior, a new Denmark study found.

EDUCATION August 4

Virginia school district launches pilot no cellphone policy using magnetic pouch that blocks signal

The Fairfax County Public Schools is launching a pilot program for several schools to prohibit students' cellphone access during the school day.