Tired of spam texts that just won't stop? Your phone comes with built-in protection, but it might be turned off by default. Here's how to fix that on both iPhone and Android.

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So, many Android phones come with a Google Phone app that has a built-in spam filter. This filter can automatically block spam calls before they even reach your phone. Here's how to turn it on: Open ...

It's the holidays, so my phone is abuzz with messages. The problem is, most of the texts I'm receiving aren't from family and friends. Instead, I'm inundated with offers for tax prep assistance, back ...

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