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Apple AirTag
AirTag stalking protection is live on Android — here’s how to set it up

By Tom Pritchard Published

Android phones can now detect rogue AirTags, and protect you from potential stalking in the process.

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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.

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How to block someone on WhatsApp

By Peter Wolinski Published

Need to block someone on WhatsApp? Here's how to do it.

Instant Messengers
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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.

Instant Messengers
Android malware on phone
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.

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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.

Malware & Adware
WhatsApp
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.

Instant Messengers
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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.

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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.

Malware & Adware
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Over 400 million infected with Android spyware — delete these apps right now

By Anthony Spadafora Last updated

Android apps with over 400 million combined downloads contain a new malware strain distributed as a tool for advertisers.

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