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The implementation of cloud-based architecture has been promoted as a much more secure alternative than traditional networks, mentioning experts in vulnerability testing. However, this security does not appear to extend to mobile applications that depend on the simultaneous use of many different cloud servers. Researchers at a university in the U.S. analyzed the 5,000 most […]
Big corporations trying to improve the user experience by making everything around simplify, increasing performance and connections with “IoT’s”. Today with the Android operating system installed on the most robust smartphones, we have their strengths and weaknesses. A Linux system, have their limitations and permissions. The user that makes the “Root” on the mobile device, […]
Following various beta releases, Android Q’s latest beta release called the Android Q Beta 6 has revealed the new operating system’s Easter egg for us. And this one’s a new thing we would love to play around with. As posted by a user on Reddit, the Android Q easter egg has a different and new […]
After using iPhones for a while, I realized there aren’t many big differences between iOS and Android left when it comes to everyday usage. Of course, both of them have a different UI and set of features. But a few big problems have already been fixed. For example, the popular apps are now omnipresent; iOS […]
Smartphone game lovers are avidly searching for ‘Best Android Games’ all the time. Well, here’s a complete list of Play Store Games for all those enthusiasts who are looking to play the best Android games. Note: The games mentioned here are not in any order of preference. Also, take a look at our other popular […]
Google has started testing a new monthly subscription service on the Play Store called “Play Pass”. According to Android Police, the monthly billing will be $4.99 and the service will offer hundreds of paid Android games and apps for free. As per the official sign-up pages acquired by Android Police (screenshots below), titles grabbed under […]
The new Android ransomware was initially being spread through Reddit and XDA-Developers’ forum. A new type of Android ransomware attack has been identified which has been targeting unsuspected users worldwide. This ransomware, known as Android/Filecoder.C, has been active since July 12th, 2019 and hides behind a game. According to researchers from ESET, the campaign began […]
Google has stepped up its measures to protect Android devices from malware-ridden apps with its in-built Play Protect malware scanner. However, it seems that Google’s malware scanner isn’t as effective as third-party antivirus apps. As concluded by a report by AV-Comparatives, an Austria-based independent organization that tests antivirus software, Google Play Protect performed the worst […]
Since Google first tweeted about what the Pixel 4 will look like in real life, it was evident that Google will not stop just there. In fact, it’s a lesson that the tech giant learned from the gigantic Google Pixel 3 leak chaos: ‘leaking’ your own product is probably a good idea. Google Pixel 4 Face […]
WhatApp continuity between workstation and smartphone has been a dream of Android users. When the messaging giant released the WhatsApp Web feature back in 2015, the entire community was on top of the world. Little did we know that the web version was not entirely efficient. In order to use it, the Android phone needs […]
Are you using an Android device? Beware! You should be more careful while playing a video on your smartphone—downloaded anywhere from the Internet or received through email. That’s because, a specially crafted innocuous-looking video file can compromise your Android smartphone—thanks to a critical remote code execution vulnerability that affects over 1 billion devices running Android […]
Before you start reading this article, we would advise you to install the latest Android security updates by going into your device settings. Otherwise, your device might be susceptible to malware-fitted videos that, once interacted with, can hijack your device. Hackers are exploiting an Android vulnerability CVE-2019-2107 that “would enable a remote attacker using a […]
There are a ton of software to share files between phone and PC; however, I have never encountered file-sharing software that is as simple as Share to Computer. The open-source app developed by XDA Junior Member, Callmejim, allows you to share images, videos and other files swiftly. How to use Share to Computer — 1 […]
A recent flaw found in Bluetooth can be used to track Bluetooth devices, which mostly include phones, laptops and other devices by Microsoft and Apple (both iOS and macOS). As per a research paper published by researchers from Boston University, the vulnerability can be used to track users and can also be exploited to leak […]
Agent Smith malware exploits Android vulnerabilities to target unsuspected users for credential stealing. The IT security researchers at CheckPoint have discovered a new variant of smartphone malware whose primary target is Android devices and so far the malware has infected more than 25 million Android devices. Dubbed “Agent Smith” by researchers; the malware identifies and […]
Smartphones have evolved to become their better versions, and the statement stands true as tech companies are doing a lot more to make smartphones more capable than ever. Heading towards better performance, bigger batteries, and improved usage, smartphones these days seem to be improving. Among them, we have smartphone cameras — and amongst that, we […]
Android is the most used operating system on the planet. In fact, it’s almost omnipresent in the mobile ecosystem. Even bygone Android versions like Nougat, Marshmallow, Lollipop, etc. have been able to build their individual fan following. Meanwhile, Google is very punctual in releasing the market share of these Android versions on a monthly basis. This data gets uploaded to […]
More than 25 million Android phones have been infected by a new malware “Agent Smith,” masquerading as popular apps such as WhatsApp, Opera Mini, and Flipkart. Security researchers at Check Point have named it Agent Smith because of the sneaky methods it uses to attack a device and avoid detection. The malware operates by replacing […]
An investigation conducted by system audit specialists from the security firm Check Point has revealed the existence of new smartphone malware; dubbed “Agent Smith”, this malware has already infected more than 25 million users worldwide, mainly in India, where around 15 million cases of infection have been detected. This malware hides from the user disguising […]
Google introduced gesture navigation for the first time with Android 9 Pie but it used 2 buttons to navigate. With Android Q, Google aims to provide a true gesture navigation experience with much smoother transitions and new features. Although the beta 5 introduces new features to the gesture navigation, when a Redditor tried to use […]
We have seen how many of the Android apps have been caught indulging in malicious practices and the most recent study reveals exactly that. As per a new study, it is suggested that thousands of Android apps can access your data, irrespective of the permission given to the apps to access them. So when we […]