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Security flaw identified in smartphone chip used in Android devices
Semiconductors

Security flaw identified in smartphone chip used in Android devices

Flaws in smartphone chip used in 37% of world's smartphones could enable eavesdropping or hiding malicious code, says Check Point Research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Nov 2021
BlackBerry, Google and Qualcomm join forces to drive advancements in digital vehicle cockpits
Cartech

BlackBerry, Google and Qualcomm join forces to drive advancements in digital vehicle cockpits

VIRTIO is an open standard that defines the interface between Android Automotive OS and the underlying hypervisor.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Oct 2021
Misconfiguration sees Android user data at risk of being exposed
Malware

Misconfiguration sees Android user data at risk of being exposed

More than 19,300 Android apps have been found to expose user data due to misconfiguration of the Firebase database, according to Avast.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Sep 2021
Android espionage: ESET uncovers BladeHawk campaign via Facebook
Facebook

Android espionage: ESET uncovers BladeHawk campaign via Facebook

ESET researchers uncover targeted mobile espionage campaign against Kurdish group, distributed via Facebook profiles.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Sep 2021
Adware, fake apps and banking trojans targeting Android devices
Malware

Adware, fake apps and banking trojans targeting Android devices

Adware poses the biggest threat to Android devices, accounting for 45% of mobile threats in 2021, says research from Avast.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jun 2021
Surge in Android banking malware and RDP attacks - ESET
Malware

Surge in Android banking malware and RDP attacks - ESET

A new report from cybersecurity firm ESET has revealed rapid abuse of trending vulnerabilities and configuration flaws by cyber crooks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jun 2021
iPhones to capture 40% of smartphone market value despite Android device proliferation
Apple

iPhones to capture 40% of smartphone market value despite Android device proliferation

Apple iPhones to capture nearly 40% of smartphone market value in 2022, despite Android's global dominance, says Juniper Research.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Jun 2021
Mobile app developers potentially expose personal data of 100 million Android users
Apps

Mobile app developers potentially expose personal data of 100 million Android users

Application developers have left their data and millions of users' private information exposed by not following best practices.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 25th May 2021
Android stalkerware on the rise
Spying

Android stalkerware on the rise

ESET research reveals a significant increase in Android stalkerware detections, with serious security and privacy issues identified in these monitoring apps.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th May 2021
Google adds protection in its fight against bad apps
Health Technologies

Google adds protection in its fight against bad apps

Google has introduced new policies to protect users and guard against bad apps, prioritising safety on Google Play.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Apr 2021
Motorola Solutions launches new smart radio for enterprise environments
Unified Communications

Motorola Solutions launches new smart radio for enterprise environments

Motorola Solutions launches Mototrbo Ion smart radio with voice, data, and multimedia capabilities to aid businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2021
Malware vendors look to marketing to spread Android RAT
Malware

Malware vendors look to marketing to spread Android RAT

Android malware vendor teams up with marketer to rebrand products and target criminal underground, says Check Point research.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Jan 2021
BlackBerry and Android partner up to secure Android 11
Partner Programmes

BlackBerry and Android partner up to secure Android 11

The partnership means BlackBerry and Android customers will benefit from a versatile and secure platform for enterprise mobility.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 10th Dec 2020
Samsung extends partnership with Google, joins Android Enterprise Recommended programme
Partner Programmes

Samsung extends partnership with Google, joins Android Enterprise Recommended programme

Samsung Electronics joins Google-led program for easier integration of mobile solutions in enterprise businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Nov 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Tradify?
Customer Relationship Management

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Tradify?

Tradify CEO Michael Steckler discusses how the job management solution is streamlining processes for tradespeople in TechDay's latest IT Jam.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Thu, 8th Oct 2020
Sophos named mobile security Leader in IDC MarketScape
Firewalls

Sophos named mobile security Leader in IDC MarketScape

Sophos Intercept X for Mobile has capabilities in protecting Android, iOS and Chrome OS users from known and never before seen mobile threats.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Sep 2020
Google starts Android 11 rollout - a taste of what's new
Google

Google starts Android 11 rollout - a taste of what's new

Android 11 is now live – but if you don't have one of the 'selected' OnePlus, OPPO, Pixel, realme, or Xiaomi phones, you might be in for a bit of a wait.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Sep 2020

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