Brendan is a freelance writer and content creator from Portland, OR. He covers tech and gaming for Lifehacker, and has also written for Digital Trends, EGM, Business Insider, IGN, and more. Someone ...

The right software can turn your smartphone into a spy device that watches everything you do. Scary, I know. Here’s how to check if your phone is infected. While you’re at it, check your computer.

A key fob, also called a keyless entry remote or keyless transmitter, controls your vehicle’s locks, trunk and alarm from a distance. Every key fob must be programmed to connect with a vehicle before ...