Google Maps is about to get much better on Android — here’s how By Tom Pritchard last updated 7 September 22 Google Maps is finally giving Android a useful widget, complete with local traffic updates.
TikTok bug could have let hackers take over your account — what you need to know By Tom Pritchard published 2 September 22 Your TikTok account could have been taken over if you clicked the wrong link. Here's what you should know.
How to translate text instantly on any Android phone By Dale Fox last updated 1 September 22 Your Android phone has a handy feature that lets you translate text instantly. Here's how to use it.
How to identify plants on Android By Dale Fox last updated 1 September 22 Your Android phone has a handy built-in feature that lets you identify plants and flowers. Here's how to use it.
Identify any landmark on your phone with this hidden trick By Dale Fox last updated 1 September 22 Your phone has a handy feature that lets you identify famous landmarks. Here's how to use it.
Millions infected by 'auto-starting' Android malware — delete these apps now By Anthony Spadafora last updated 24 August 22 These malicious apps don’t even need to be opened to infect your smartphone with malware and fill it with ads.
Your phone can instantly identify any dog or cat — here's how By Dale Fox last updated 24 August 22 Your phone has a handy feature that lets you identify dog and cat breeds. Here's how to use it.
This Android malware records your screen — what you can do By Paul Wagenseil last updated 23 August 22 A new Android banking Trojan steals information by recording everything you do on screen, says a security firm.
Hundreds of millions of Android phone cameras can be hijacked by spyware By Paul Wagenseil last updated 18 August 22 Millions of Android phones are at risk of being turned into spying devices by rogue apps, researchers reveal.
Malware infected apps hit over 3 million Android devices — delete these now By Anthony Spadafora last updated 17 August 22 Popular camera and keyboard apps with millions of downloads contain malware that subscribes users to premium services without their knowledge.
These 35 malicious Android apps have infected millions — delete them now By Anthony Spadafora published 17 August 22 Bitdefender has identified dozens of bad apps that change their names and icons to remain hidden on your Android smartphone.
WhatsApp Pink is a virus, not an app makeover — what to do if you get a link By Shabana Arif last updated 4 August 22 Another WhatsApp scam is doing the rounds, and this one might just sucker you in.
Over 100 million Android phones hit with malicious apps that steal your money — what to do By Paul Wagenseil last updated 28 July 22 Nearly 470 Android apps in Google Play were part of an ongoing 'fleeceware' campaign that has stolen perhaps hundreds of millions of dollars around the world, researchers said.
These 'Instagram apps' promise free followers but steal your account info instead By Anthony Spadafora last updated 27 July 22 Instagram users are being tricked into exposing their credentials by malicious apps offering free followers and likes.
Free Android VPNs: safe, functional options in 2023 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 19 July 22 VPN There are countless free Android VPNs out there, and a huge amount aren't legit. Here, we run down those that are worth using.
The two iPhone apps I can’t live without are even better together By Henry T. Casey published 18 July 22 My two favorite iPhone apps help me stay on top of everything I need to do.
This nasty Android malware steals your passwords — what you need to know [Update] By Paul Wagenseil last updated 15 July 22 Two different strains of Android banking Trojans have recently shown up in the official Google Play app store, and one was still there when we wrote this.
These dangerous Android apps can hijack your phone — what to do now By Paul Wagenseil last updated 15 July 22 At least eight malicious Android apps snuck into the Google Play store by pretending to communicate only with Google servers.
Watch out for this fake Android security update — it's really malware By Paul Wagenseil last updated 1 July 22 The FluBot Android banking Trojan is trying a new approach, telling you that your phone has been infected with FluBot and you need to install a bogus 'security update.'
This free VPN exposed 25 million user records — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 16 June 22 The company behind a popular free VPN app left an 18.5GB database of connection logs accessible to the public online.
Google Assistant can automatically change your passwords — here's how to enable it By Tom Pritchard published 9 May 22 Google Assistant takes all the hassle out of changing your compromised passwords.
Android apps caught spying on 60 million people — what to do now By Tom Pritchard published 7 April 22 These 11 apps have malware that can harvest your data, so uninstall them right now.
Password-stealing app downloaded 100,000 times — what to do now By Paul Wagenseil published 22 March 22 A malicious Android app called Craftsart Cartoon Photo Tools aims to steal your Facebook password, but it's now been removed from Google Play. Here's how to make sure you don't have it installed.
'Escobar' Android malware steals your 2FA codes — and takes over your phone By Paul Wagenseil published 14 March 22 A new Android malware named after Pablo Escobar steals your passwords and your 2FA codes before completely taking over your phone.
Best sleep apps By Philip Michaels published 3 March 22 The best sleep apps for your smartphone can help you get a full night of rest. Here are options for both Android and iOS.
Download NordVPN: how to install on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android By Mo Harber-Lamond published 21 February 22 vpn If you're wondering how to download NordVPN and install it on your devices, you've come to the right place. Here's our complete guide.
How to use Signal: Everything you need to know By Emily Long published 8 February 22 Here's all you need to know to get started with the Signal encrypted-messaging app.
Android security app installed by thousands ends up being malware By Paul Wagenseil published 29 January 22 An Android security app installed by 10,000 people downloaded malware designed to break into online bank accounts.
Look out — this Android malware can steal your money and then wipe your phone By Paul Wagenseil published 25 January 22 A new variant of the BRATA banking Trojan can factory-wipe your Android device after cleaning out your bank account.
25 best Android apps for your new phone By Marc McLaren published 26 December 21 If you've just got an Android phone, you'll want to fill it with apps to help you get the most from it. Here's our choice.