Justin Schamotta is an experienced writer, having spent the past two decades covering everything from consumer tech to corporate malfeasance. He's currently studying for a BSc in Data Science, after initially completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism at Cardiff University. When he's not playing with words and numbers, he can normally be found surfing at one of the beaches near his home.
NameDrop allows iPhone users to share contact information more easily than ever. But is it too easy? Do we risk losing our data to passing strangers? We find out.
Snapchat’s chatbot is a permanent presence for anyone using the free app. But while it’s billed as a conversational partner, there are several reasons why Snapchatters should be cautious about using it.
The Encrypted Client Hello (ECH) protocol plugs a security hole in the TLS handshake. We explore why it’s roll-out is an important step toward improved privacy online.
If you want keep a low profile while online, you shouldn’t be using a mainstream browser like Chrome or Edge. Choose one that protects your privacy. We take a look at the best free browsers on offer.
Modern cars are data-collecting machines that can record what you look like, what you sound like and how you think and act. We find out why this personal information is so valuable and who's benefiting.
TextNow is a convenient way to conserve mobile data. Unfortunately, the service is only available in the US and Canada – unless you use a VPN. Find out how to do this below.
Are third-party snoops reading the texts you send using iMessage? We find out just how secure Apple’s go-to messaging service is – and what you can do to plug any security holes.
It’s not fun using the internet with a slow connection. In this guide, find out how to diagnose and fix ExpressVPN when it’s slow and not performing as well as it should be.
