Sextortion scams are nothing new; they usually follow a pretty rigid template that involves warning a victim that they have control of their computer and are in possession of videos or photos of them ...

Want more privacy? You can easily hide your house on Google Street View. Just know you won't be able to undo it later.

While we certainly appreciate the guidance of a GPS, seeing where we’re supposed to go before we get there helps validate our destination when we arrive. Google has provided just such a capability ...

Homeowners can permanently blur their property on Google Maps Street View to secure privacy. The process, available on both desktop and mobile apps, requires selecting “Report a Problem” and ...

Before the internet, phonebooks let you look up the names, addresses, and phone numbers of just about anyone. But you had to be local to find that information. Nowadays that’s no longer the case.

ATLANTA — In today’s digital age, seeing what someone’s home looks like is often just a click away. Google Maps Street View can allow people to take virtual tours down streets using a collection of ...

Burglaries and home invasions are increasing in some large cities but residents of upscale neighborhoods have devised a creative way to make it harder for criminals to target their homes. They have ...

If you’d rather not have strangers peeking at your driveway, your front door, or the badge on your car, there’s a quick fix ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...