A short code is similar to a phone number, but shorter, and it can only be used for messaging. Short codes can only be used from mobile phones. They cannot by used to place voice phone calls. Short ...

These recent WhatsApp messages of a Venezuelan family – who asked to remain anonymous for fear of reprisals – underscore the caution civilians are taking in their daily conversations, on social media ...

Jeff Carlson writes about mobile technology for CNET. He is also the author of dozens of how-to books covering a wide spectrum ranging from Apple devices and cameras to photo editing software and ...

A dad of two has been found dead inside a trash compactor at a CVS drugstore — and cops discovered his body after his worried wife tracked his cellphone location. Andrew Strand, 34, was carrying out ...

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Unlike some Android phones, iPhones don't have a dedicated notification LED that lights up when you get a call, text, or other alert. What iPhones do include is an optional Accessibility feature for ...