A virtual private network, or VPN for short, is a security tool that encrypts your device's connection to the internet. It works by routing traffic through a different secure server. Beyond the ...

You've probably noticed your phone's virtual keyboard vibrating as you typed out messages or filled in forms online. This vibration, often called haptic feedback, is designed to make typing feel more ...

Wondering how to turn off your phone? It's not a silly question. A power switch used to be the essential function of any electric device. But as phones have become more sophisticated, and turning them ...

There are many arguments about whether your phone's display light is harmful or not. While that's ongoing, you should ...

You probably don't need to see the exact time your message was read. We'll explain the pros and cons of read receipts. Jason Chun is a CNET writer covering a range of topics in tech, home, wellness, ...