This fake Cyberpunk 2077 download is really ransomware: What to do By Paul Wagenseil 18 December 2020 Ransomware pretending to be digital downloads of Cyberpunk 2077 is targeting Windows and Android users.
Two-thirds of Android malware comes through Google Play — how to stay secure By Nicholas Fearn 13 November 2020 Two-thirds of Android malware infections come straight from Google Play Store, say security researchers, but it's still one of the safest places to download apps.
A third of Android phones are about to have a huge web-surfing problem [updated] By Alan Martin 09 November 2020 Expiring digital certificates mean that millions of older Android phones and tablets will not be able to load many secure websites in September 2021.
Nasty malware attacks iPhones and Android — what to do now By Paul Wagenseil 05 November 2020 The Wroba banking Trojan is spreading to Android phones in the U.S. via text messages that also try to steal Apple passwords from iPhone users.
Google goes after VPN market with a new built-in feature By Nicholas Fearn 30 October 2020 Google is adding a VPN service for its higher-priced Google One storage plans, available only in the U.S. for Android users for the moment.
Google Pixel 5 just got a lot more appealing — here's why By Tom Pritchard 05 October 2020 Google's reminding everyone that other Android phones aren't quite as secure as its Pixels.
Google Pixel 5 vs. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE: Which phone will win? By Philip Michaels 03 October 2020 The Pixel 5 and Galaxy S20FE have the same sub-$700 price, but there are big differences between the two phones. Here’s how the latest from Google and Samsung compare.
Google Pixel 5 vs. Samsung Galaxy S20: Which Android flagship will win? By Richard Priday 01 October 2020 Where will Google's Pixel 5 succeed or fail compared to Android's established flagship, the Samsung Galaxy S20? Here's how these two phones compare.
Google Pixel 5 vs. Pixel 4a: How Google's 2020 phones stand apart By Adam Ismail 01 October 2020 Google has shaken things up with the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a. Here’s how these two phones differ.
Google Pixel 5 vs. Pixel 4: All the biggest changes By Philip Michaels 01 October 2020 The Pixel 5 has turned out to be a very different phone from the Pixel 4. Here's a look at all the changes Google made with this phone.
WhatsApp just got a big upgrade — how to use it now By Kelly Woo 30 September 2020 WhatsApp rolls out improved storage settings in beta release for Android
TikTok users hit with scam apps downloaded over 2.4 million times [updated] By Paul Wagenseil 22 September 2020 A 12-year-old girl uncovered a scam ring using TikTok and Instagram accounts to promote bogus iOS and Android apps designed to show hidden ads and rip you off.
Galaxy Z Fold 2 vs. Galaxy S20 Ultra: Which is the ultimate Samsung phone? By Philip Michaels 13 September 2020 The Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Galaxy S20 Ultra are both great premium flagships. Here’s how they stack up.
Samsung pushes out urgent security fixes for phones: Update now By Paul Wagenseil 10 September 2020 Several Samsung phones already have Google's September Android security updates, and more will be getting them soon.
Android 11 is here — how to get it right now By Adam Ismail 08 September 2020 Android 11 is out for Pixel and OnePlus phones beginning today. Here's how to get it on your device as soon as possible.
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Fold 2: Which Samsung phone is for you? By Philip Michaels 01 September 2020 Which high-priced big phone should you pick — the Galaxy Z Fold 2 or the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs. Galaxy Note 10 Plus: What's different? By Philip Michaels 20 August 2020 The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is an impressive phone, but has it improved on the Note 10 Plus? Our Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs. Galaxy Note 10 Plus face-off compares the two phablets.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 — here's how it can avoid the original's failures By Philip Michaels 10 August 2020 Samsung plans to release the Galaxy Z Fold 2 next month, but it's already explaining how this year's phone will be different from before.
Nasty Android malware could put millions at risk — what to do now By Alan Martin 09 August 2020 A vulnerability in Qualcomm chipsets could lead to spying, data theft and more malware on Android handsets worldwide.
Android just got a long-overdue security upgrade — here's how it works By Roland Moore-Colyer 07 August 2020 Google has added a PIN-encrypted 'Safe Folder' to its Files by Google Android app.
Twitter flaw could expose Android users' direct messages: What to do By Nicholas Fearn 06 August 2020 Twitter has asked many Android users to update their apps due to a flaw that might let attackers view direct messages.
Android just got one of iPhone's best features — here's how it works By Brittany Vincent 05 August 2020 Nearby Share lets you easily transfer photos and files between phones. And it's coming to an Android device near you.
Google Pixel 4a vs. Pixel 4: What's different? By Philip Michaels 03 August 2020 At $349, the Google Pixel 4a is an attractive buy, but how does it measure up to the Pixel 4? Find out in our Pixel 4a vs. Pixel 4 face-off.
Buying a used smartphone could put you at risk — here's why By Nicholas Fearn 03 August 2020 A new investigation by Which? shows that pre-owned smartphones could put users at risk because the phones may be too old to get critical security updates.
OnePlus Nord vs. OnePlus 6T: Should you upgrade? By Philip Michaels 02 August 2020 The OnePlus Nord is an impressive phone, but how does it compare to OnePlus 6T?
OnePlus Nord vs. OnePlus 7 Pro: How are they different? By Philip Michaels 21 July 2020 Here’s how the new OnePlus Nord stacks up against last year’s OnePlus 7 Pro flagship.
Another 'Obamaphone' found to contain pre-installed malware: What to do By Nicholas Fearn 09 July 2020 More potentially dangerous adware has been found embedded in budget Android phones offered at low cost through the U.S. Lifeline Assistance program.
Unkillable Android malware is still out there -- how to protect yourself By Nicholas Fearn 08 July 2020 A significant number of new Android malware strains can't be removed by normal means, and Kaspersky warns that pre-installed adware only increases the risks of infection.
Facebook passwords stolen by 25 malicious Android apps: What to do By Nicholas Fearn 30 June 2020 At least 25 malicious Android apps that amassed millions of downloads were designed to steal Facebook login credentials.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20: The 5 biggest unanswered questions By Philip Michaels 27 June 2020 We know a lot about the Galaxy Note 20, but some things remain a mystery. Here's what we're hoping to find out before the phone launches.
