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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Google dismantles 9M-device Android hijack network

Google has disrupted a massive proxy network that hijacked 9 million Android devices, redirecting their internet traffic without users' knowledge.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Memory Crisis' Will Cause Cellphone Sales to Drop More Than Ever in History in 2026, Says Consultancy

A consultancy report predicts a historic decline in smartphone sales due to a RAM memory crisis, especially affecting low-cost Android devices.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

New app to detect smart glasses wearers near you

A developer has created an app that can detect smart glasses like Meta Ray-Ban and Snapchat glasses without needing to connect to them.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

A long-awaited update from Mobilepay

Mobilepay has introduced remote reading of the Plussa card for Apple iPhones, with plans for Android devices later this year.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Unique iPhone-Like Feature in Android: iQOO 15R to Launch Tomorrow

iQOO will launch its new budget smartphone, the iQOO 15R, in India on February 24, featuring a one-tap transfer feature similar to the iPhone.

Feb 23 โ€ข 01:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How Google Stopped Over 25 Crore Risky App Installations

Google has reported on its efforts to secure the Android ecosystem by blocking millions of risky apps that could pose security threats to users.

Feb 21 โ€ข 02:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

China Awakens the Fury for Humanoid Robots: A $200 Billion Market Heading to the Stock Exchange

China is leading the charge in the humanoid robot market, with plans for significant stock market debuts from several companies amid a shift in focus from car manufacturing to android development.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Testing Hyper's Bluetooth Locator - Doesn't Outperform AirTag

Hyper's Bluetooth locator competes with Apple's AirTag but struggles to find unique merits in comparison.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The most dexterous androids that do parkour and martial arts were presented (video)

Android robots demonstrated advanced parkour and martial arts skills during the first fully autonomous martial arts showcase in celebration of Lunar New Year.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Lethally invasive virus discovered in new smartphones; it accesses all your information without you knowing

A newly discovered malware, Keenadu, is alarming users as it secretly installs itself on thousands of devices, compromising their security.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Jolla CEO: Helping from technology giants, we are making our own phone in Europe!

Jolla is set to launch a smartphone in 2026, emphasizing data sovereignty and privacy by utilizing the Sailfish OS and Android apps without Google.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Cybersecurity company warns: Exceptional spyware spreading on phones - Provides nearly all information about the victim

A cybersecurity company warns about the spreading of Zerodayrat spyware, designed to extract extensive data from both Android and iPhone users.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Android malware hidden in fake antivirus app

Cybersecurity researchers are warning that hackers are spreading dangerous Android malware disguised as a fake antivirus app through Hugging Face, a platform for sharing AI tools.

Feb 14 โ€ข 19:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Infotainment in Review: Driving French Style on Google's Globe

The article reviews the integration of Android Automotive in the Renault Austral, highlighting its convenience but also noting a downside related to data privacy.

Feb 14 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Discount of 20,000 on OnePlus phone, deal available on Amazon

The OnePlus 12 5G is currently available with a significant discount, making it more affordable on Amazon.

Feb 14 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Google warns: over a billion Android devices are facing security risks

Google has reported that more than one billion Android devices are at risk due to a lack of critical security updates.

Feb 13 โ€ข 18:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Phone Recording: Google Now Dares More than Apple

Google is introducing a phone call recording feature in Android that raises legal concerns in Germany.

Feb 13 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Phone Recording: Google Now Dares More Than Apple

Google's new Android app allows users to record phone calls, though it is currently in beta and faces legal limitations in Germany regarding consent.

Feb 13 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Digital Economy Podcast: Auterion Builds the Android of the Sky

This podcast discusses how Auterion is revolutionizing the drone industry by focusing on software rather than hardware.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Warning for Android and iPhone users: Smartphones are being hacked in seconds

A new mobile spyware called ZeroDayRAT poses serious threats to both Android and iPhone users by allowing hackers to remotely control their devices.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

iOS 26.3 now allows data migration from iPhone to Android by proximity; see how it works

Apple's latest iOS update enables users to transfer data directly from iPhones to Android smartphones without an app, simply by bringing the devices close together.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO: 13 phones will no longer receive official updates in 2026

Thirteen smartphone models from Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO will lose official software updates in 2026, marking their end of life as per the Android Enterprise Recommended list.

Feb 10 โ€ข 16:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Cheap Android phones will have features like expensive mobiles, sharing will be available without internet

Android phones will soon receive a remarkable feature named Quick Share, allowing file sharing without internet connectivity, similar to Apple's AirDrop.

Feb 9 โ€ข 01:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The race to dethrone the smartphone: AI threatens the Apple and Android duopoly

A new generation of devices aims to change how we interact with the digital world, suggesting a future where constant smartphone use is unnecessary.

Feb 7 โ€ข 08:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Google's warning, 40% of phones around the world face danger

Google has issued a significant warning indicating that nearly half of Android smartphone users worldwide are at risk of malware and spyware due to outdated Android operating system versions.

Feb 6 โ€ข 03:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Revelation of Chinese network hijacking 9 million Android phones

Google has dismantled IPIDEA, a Chinese-operated network that was secretly utilizing over 9 million Android phones for cybercrime activities.

Feb 3 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
Life & Tech

Shocking report: A heap of data leaked from Android applications. The most affected type is one that everyone uses

A security investigation analyzed 1.8 million Android applications from the Google Play Store, revealing alarming data handling vulnerabilities, especially in AI-featured apps.

Feb 2 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Android or iPhone.. Which is more prone to hacking?

The article compares the security of Apple devices and Android phones, questioning the common belief that iPhones are less vulnerable to hacking and examining the differing philosophies of Google and Apple in their development.

Jan 15 โ€ข 13:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

5 simple tech tips to improve digital privacy

The article provides five straightforward tips for enhancing digital privacy on both iPhone and Android devices without requiring technical expertise.

Jan 13 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Why your Android TV box may secretly be a part of a botnet

Security researchers warn that some Android TV boxes marketed as affordable media streamers may actually contain malware that links them to botnets.

Jan 12 โ€ข 14:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Everyone with an Android phone must 'not ignore' critical update from Google

Google has issued a critical security patch for Android devices that addresses a significant vulnerability affecting Dolby audio components.

Jan 12 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Apple finally introduces a 200 MP camera, but not so soon

Apple plans to introduce a 200 MP camera by 2028, trailing behind the current offerings from Android devices.

Jan 7 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

5 Open Source Android Applications That Outperform Their Google Counterparts

This article highlights five open-source Android applications that provide superior experiences and features compared to the official Google apps.

Jan 6 โ€ข 06:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Best Tablets of 2025

The article discusses the exciting developments in tablet technology over the past year, highlighting a range of new devices that cater to various specifications and price points, along with Apple maintaining its dominance in the market.

Jan 5 โ€ข 11:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

This smart ring measures heart rate, sleep, and activity without the need for a watch

This smart ring offers heart rate, sleep, and activity tracking without requiring a watch, featuring a touchscreen LED display and compatibility with both iOS and Android.

Jan 5 โ€ข 05:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

We Choose the Best Portable Projectors for Watching Movies

This article reviews various compact and lightweight portable projectors that do not require installation and come with Android TV functionality, ideal for enjoying movies or TV series on a large screen.

Jan 2 โ€ข 05:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

WhatsApp confirms big news and four new iPhone and Android features to try today

WhatsApp has announced an update with four new features for iPhone and Android users just in time for New Year's Eve.

Dec 31 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

WhatsApp, the new tool arrives: this is how to free up space on your smartphone

WhatsApp has introduced a new selective cleaning tool in its latest beta update to help users free up storage space on their smartphones.

Dec 30 โ€ข 21:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Life & Tech

Google Pixel 7 Pro: get a pure Android smartphone for โ‚ฌ379

The Google Pixel 7 Pro, launched in 2022, is now available for just โ‚ฌ379, featuring five years of system and security updates, making it a great deal for a premium Android phone.

Dec 29 โ€ข 13:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
Life & Tech

FBI warns iPhone and Android users: Hang up immediately if you hear this!

The FBI has issued a warning to iPhone and Android users about an increase in phone scams, particularly during the holiday season, advising them to hang up if they receive certain types of calls.

Dec 29 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Telegraph
Life & Tech

The best Android smartphones of 2025, tested by a tech expert

This article reviews and ranks the top Android smartphones of 2025, providing insights from a tech expert amidst the overwhelming variety offered by various brands.

Dec 22 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Telegraph
Life & Tech

How to keep your children safer online โ€“ a guide to parental controls on iPhone and Android phones

The article provides guidance on using parental controls available on smartphones to ensure that children access age-appropriate content online.

Dec 19 โ€ข 13:08 UTC

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