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Nokia makes official comeback with Android smartphone in China
Nokia

Nokia makes official comeback with Android smartphone in China

Nokia re-enters the fray with its Nokia 6 Android handset in China, appealing to consumers' desire for quality and design.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Jan 2017
Aussie tablet sales bounce back - and there's good PC news for the rest of 2016
Microsoft

Aussie tablet sales bounce back - and there's good PC news for the rest of 2016

Australian tablet sales have seen modest growth for H1 2016 according to Telsyte, which says there's also a PC refresh on its way.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Oct 2016

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Here are the top trends in Android ransomware right now
Malware

Here are the top trends in Android ransomware right now

Android devices are used to store increasing amounts of valuable data, making Android ransomware ever more worthwhile for attackers.

By Ondrej Kubovič • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Mar 2017
Listen up: Android.Lockdroid.E ransomware makes victims speak out loud
Malware

Listen up: Android.Lockdroid.E ransomware makes victims speak out loud

Android users are being targeted in a new type of ransomware attack that uses speech recognition as the unlock code method.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Mar 2017
Released Android malware source code used to run a banking botnet
Malware

Released Android malware source code used to run a banking botnet

The new Android banking malware ESET recently discovered on Google Play was spotted in the wild again, targeting more banks.

By Lukas Stefanko • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2017
Dangerous Android Trojan masquerades as Flash Player update
Malware

Dangerous Android Trojan masquerades as Flash Player update

A new Android Trojan has been lurking under a fake app that tries to mimic a Flash Player update, ESET discovered this week.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
Could Android instant apps be significant for the enterprise?
Apps

Could Android instant apps be significant for the enterprise?

It's still very early days for Android Instant Apps, with no solid information existing at present as to when a wider release may happen.

By Adam Holtby • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2017
Android ransomware spreads further, with new methods in its toolbox
Malware

Android ransomware spreads further, with new methods in its toolbox

New Android ransomware tactics emerge, using encrypted payloads and email scams to exploit users, with a new focus on Chinese markets.

By Ondrej Kubovic • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Dec 2016
Game review: Jack N' Jill 3D - a great little time waster
Gaming

Game review: Jack N' Jill 3D - a great little time waster

This game is a fun little time waster for those moments when you're looking for something light, but with a little bit of a challenge.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Dec 2016
Check Point: Asia hardest hit in 'Gooligan' Android malware attacks
Malware

Check Point: Asia hardest hit in 'Gooligan' Android malware attacks

Check Point has uncovered Android malware that is infecting more than 13,000 devices every single day. Here's what you need to know.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2016
What is Boomerang? Instagram explains
iOS

What is Boomerang? Instagram explains

Instagram's Boomerang spices up Stories with looping mini-videos, while mentions and test links add new layers of interactivity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016
There's great news for Android, but not so good for Apple
Google

There's great news for Android, but not so good for Apple

The relentless march of Android continues, and it isn't good news for Apple. There is no Steve Jobs to ride in and turn things around this time.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2016
Spotify launches playlist personally curated for each listener
Digital Entertainment

Spotify launches playlist personally curated for each listener

Spotify introduces Daily Mix, a new feature that combines users' favourite tracks with new songs for the perfect listening session.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
8 years of Android: malware, malicious apps, and how to stay safe
Malware

8 years of Android: malware, malicious apps, and how to stay safe

Android now controls over 85% of the smartphone market and is by far the biggest player in the tablet market as well.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Sep 2016
Trend Micro tackles ransomware threat with new software
Malware

Trend Micro tackles ransomware threat with new software

Trend Micro unveils its latest defence against cyber threats, promising robust protection from ransomware and evolving malware.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Sep 2016
Android 6's security features prove no match for Gugi banking trojan
Kaspersky

Android 6's security features prove no match for Gugi banking trojan

Android 6's security features are proving no match for the Gugi banking trojan, which has been able to slip past the platform's blocking mechanisms.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Sep 2016

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Lenovo and Microsoft strengthen strategic ties
Microsoft

Lenovo and Microsoft strengthen strategic ties

Lenovo will now offer Microsoft productivity apps on its Android devices, deepening the strategic relationship between the two companies.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Aug 2016