Protesting is your right, but it can be risky—especially in today's climate. Before you join the crowd, we'll show you how to make your phone as secure as possible in just a few minutes.

ESET researchers discover an Android spyware campaign targeting users in Pakistan via romance scam tactics, revealing links to a broader spy operation.

QR codes are everywhere—from restaurant menus and payment links to Wi-Fi credentials and app downloads. If you’re using an Android device, scanning a QR code is quick and easy, and in most cases, you ...

Google's monthly system services update went live on December 1, 2025. The updates always pertain to an update for the Android operating system and/or key system services with security, new ways to ...

Back in July, Google widely introduced a redesign of the Android QR code scanner, but then rolled it back. The updated interface is now starting to reappear. This is the QR code scanner available from ...

Scammers are placing QR codes on unexpected packages to trick consumers into revealing personal information. Scanning these malicious QR codes can lead to fake websites that steal data or install ...

Every Black Friday and Cyber Monday, millions of shoppers unknowingly become test subjects in retail’s largest behavioral experiment. Under the pressure of flash sales and ticking countdown timers, ...

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