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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.

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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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How to hide your online status on WhatsApp for more privacy

By Elle Redman published

Here's how to hide your online status on WhatsApp, if you're not so keen on the idea of people knowing when you’re active.

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This link will instantly crash WhatsApp on Android — what to look out for

By Anthony Spadafora published

Android WhatsApp users need to be careful of chats containing this link as they can instantly crash the app.

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Don’t let your phone get infected with the AhRat malware — delete this screen recorder app now

By Anthony Spadafora published

A screen recorder app that used to be legitimate has turned malicious and is now infecting users with dangerous malware.

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Android 14 just tipped for big multitasking upgrade — the iPhone can’t do this

By Tom Pritchard published

Android 14 could come with a split-screen multitasking update that lets you save pairs of apps for easy access.

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Android for Cars is getting Zoom, YouTube and other upgrades — here’s what’s coming

By Tom Pritchard published

Android Auto and Android Automotive OS is getting a bunch of new upgrades, including support for YouTube and Zoom.

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Google’s Find My Device network is coming — and privacy is at its core

By Tom Pritchard published

Google's Find My Device network arrives this summer, and it can help you avoid tracker stalking.

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This new Android malware is stealing passwords and 2FA codes — what you need to know

By Anthony Spadafora published

The new FluHorse malware is being spread through a phishing campaign that tricks users into installing malicious apps impersonating legitimate ones.

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