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    Prevent hacker from activating microphone remotely

    I read somewhere that hackers can activate Android microphones remotely. Is there a way to prevent this such as putting the phone in Airplane Mode? Thanks for a reply.
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    Are you bothered by app permissions?

    I have been reluctant to install some apps because of permissions, i.e., access to contacts, access to SD card, access to phone logs and system's various log files, etc. Some of these apps have been installed thousands of times. Do apps communicate with their mothership and transfer personal...
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    Help Droid Razr HD - Remove labels from contacts

    How can I remove the labels that say Mobile, Home, Work from my contacts. I use Direct Dial on my home screen for my wife. Her picture thumbnail has her name underneath but there is a black label through the bottom of the thumbnail that says Mobile. Is there a way to remove that label so that...