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Android apps with 2.5 million downloads are loading ads with the display off — delete these now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
A new batch of 43 adware apps for Android have been found draining users’ batteries by displaying ads when their smartphones are off.
How to block someone on WhatsApp
By Peter Wolinski published
Need to block someone on WhatsApp? Here's how to do it.
You can now automatically block spam on WhatsApp — here's how
By Peter Wolinski published
WhatsApp now lets you block any calls from unknown numbers to help cut down on spam. Here's how to do it.
Hackers are tricking Android users into installing malicious apps via your browser — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hackers have turned to Android’s WebAPK technology as a new means to install malicious apps without the need for sideloading.
The Google Play Store is making a big change to fend off malware — here’s how
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google is changing the rules for new Android app developers to help curb malware and malicious apps.
How to change your chat wallpaper on WhatsApp
By Peter Wolinski published
Here's how to change your chat wallpaper on WhatsApp, including both light and dark modes.
Over 60,000 compromised Android apps found spreading adware — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
More than 60,000 adware apps have been discovered that target Android users searching for popular apps online.
Android apps with 30 million downloads contain SpinOk Android malware — delete these now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Even more Android apps containing the SpinOK malware, which can spy on you and steal your passwords, have been discovered on the Play Store.
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