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Samsung is set to issue an 'early' security upgrade earlier that patches a "critical" cyber flaw that has been exploited by hackers. The vulnerability is such a risk that the US government raised red flags about it last month among federal staff. The August 2024 security patch fixes a “critical”...

Millions of Samsung phone owners to receive ‘early’ upgrade next month after Google finds ‘critical’ Android threat

Google has a post up on its security blog that is half advertisement and half PSA-style announcement for Android users: go into your settings and turn off the "Allow 2G" toggle. This option, added in Android 12 back in 2021, does exactly what it sounds like: it turns off support for 2G cellular networking. Why would you want to do that? Because attackers are using the insecure 2G protocol to spoof phone numbers and send SMS spam.

Google Sounds Urgent Warning To Kill This Setting On Your Android Phone

There’s been a spike in malware hitting Android phones, and the latest one, called ‘BingoMod,’ might be the scariest yet. This malware can steal money from your accounts and then wipe your phone clean. Using on-device fraud techniques, it can swipe up to $16,000 in one go. And the worst part? This isn’t even the final version—researchers say the creators are working on adding more features to make sure it doesn’t get detected.

Beware of this new Android malware that empties your bank account and clears your device completely

Your Android phone's web browser picks up a lot of files, images and data from the websites that you visit, and a lot of that does not need to be on your phone. Whether you're using Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Samsung Internet, this data stored in your cookies and cache can be helpful in some cases. It's what lets you quickly load websites you frequently access and keeps you logged into accounts you have. That's nice, but there's plenty of information in the cookies and cache of your browser that isn't necessary and could even be a privacy risk.

Your Android Phone's Web Browser Has Junk Files You Can Delete Now

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Researchers at cybersecurity company Cleafy are warning people about new Android malware that can steal money from their bank accounts. It’s called BingoMod and is a type of remote access trojan, or RAT for short. Cleafy discovered it back in May 2024 and recently published a report on its website explaining how the malware operates. As you read the post, you’ll quickly realize just how threatening it is.According to Cleafy, the bad actors behind BingoMod engage in “smishing” campaigns. Smishing is a portmanteau of “SMS” and “phishing” and is normally a “social engineering attack” that utilizes fake text messages to trick people into...

Cybersecurity firm warns Android users to watch out for money-draining malware

CYBERSECURITY experts have uncovered a mobile spyware application targeting Android smartphones. The malware hides itself on the home screen and operates stealthily in the background, managing to “steal” confidential data and monitor user activity. The rise of smartphones has also led to a rise in hackers, who, in turn, create apps designed to steal sensitive […]

Terrifying Android ‘spy app’ hides itself on your phone and records screen as experts reveal list of rules to stay safe

Android Police

The Samsung Galaxy A25 5G continues Samsung's long line of excellent budget phones, offering a reasonable compromise between price and performance. Nevertheless, even the most highly recommended Samsung phones have minor and major problems, and the Galaxy A25 5G is no different. During our review of the Galaxy A25 5G,...

Samsung Galaxy A25 5G problems and how to solve them

SAMSUNG is introducing tough new measures to prevent people from downloading dangerous apps - but not everyone is keen on the idea. The tech giant is preparing a free upgrade for Galaxy smartphones with a number of new features. Samsung's brand new Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6 will...

Samsung blocks phones from installing certain apps in latest shake-up and users say it’s ‘another annoying hindrance’

Quick answer: No, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 lacks the magnets required for integrated Qi2 support, but it can reach the same 15W peak charging speed with supported chargers. Wireless charging might not be an absolutely critical feature for most users, but it sure is convenient. That's especially true with devices like flip phones, which don't offer top-of-the-line battery life — although the Galaxy Z Flip 6's does improve on its predecessor's at least a little. And as helpful as typical wireless charging can be, Android users have long clamored for the same kind of dependability that Apple's MagSafe configuration provides.

Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 support Qi2?

Motorola has an excellent lineup of budget phones that don't have a complicated UI. These phones are great for the minimalist user who only wants an everyday smartphone. Still, Motorola phones are subject to bloatware apps you may not need on your phone. These apps take up storage space or slow it down. This guide reviews all the unnecessary apps you can safely delete on your Moto G Stylus 5G.

All the apps you can safely uninstall on your Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)

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There are millions of apps in the Google Play Store, and while there are plenty of popular ones, some of the most helpful apps are ones you've never heard of.

7 Of The Best Android Apps You've Probably Never Heard Of

Where in the world did the time go? It's somehow mid-August already, and that means it's time to talk about back-to-school promotions. After a long summer, students everywhere will be returning to their studies over the next several weeks, and with that comes the annual hunt for the best deals on tech essentials. Whether it’s a new Chromebook for homework or a smartphone to stay connected, the right tech can help set you up for success.

10 back-to-school deals that are actually worth your money

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

The Chipolo One Point and Card point are available for preorder starting at $28. It's highly accurate, robust, and integrates well into the Google ecosystem. But it's only splashproof and the card version has a non-user-replaceable battery. AirTags are one of those things that have set the Apple ecosystem apart...

These are the AirTags that Android users have been waiting for

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The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

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Security researchers have discovered a new malware campaign that uses malicious extensions distributed via fake sites impersonating popular software and services.

Chrome and Edge users infected with malicious browser extensions that steal your personal data — what to do now

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Meghan Markle's venture into the lifestyle space has not been met with universal acclaim, particularly from one well-known figure: Martha Stewart. Earlier this year, in March, Meghan unveiled her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. The brand immediately drew comparisons to other celebrity wellness empires, particularly that of culinary icon Martha Stewart. However, these comparisons have reportedly struck a nerve with Stewart, who finds them both "irritating and insulting."

Meghan Markle 'Insulted' Martha Stewart as She 'Won't Hesitate to Take Her Down

If you have visual or hearing impairments, it's important to know that Android has plenty of features that can assist. Android can help people with hearing and visual impairments without having to install third-party software. Let's examine some of its features. Note that all of these options are found in...

7 Android accessibility features that can make your life easier

After you've installed one of the best VPN for iPhone apps, or one installed for your workplace, you still need to turn it on. Here's how to do it!. VPN apps from a VPN service provider have buttons to toggle a VPN on and off, which makes is easy to turn on a VPN with a single click. Sometimes though, you need to turn on a VPN connection manually. — For example, VPNs provided by most employers do not have an app to toggle the connection. Sometimes, your VPN app may freeze, leaving you no obvious way to turn the VPN on.

How to turn on a VPN connection on your iPhone

A respected tech insider has just leaked a stack of Android phone designs for the next year.

Stacks of next-gen Android phone designs just got leaked

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After 7 years, Google will stop paying researchers to find vulnerabilities in popular Android apps

Major tech giants like Google pay researchers for finding vulnerabilities in their products. Google is shutting down the Google Play Security Reward Program on August 31,...

After 7 years, Google will stop paying researchers to find vulnerabilities in popular Android apps

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