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Encrypted Phones: What It Means and How It Works

Encryption may sound like a digital buzzword, but even if you’re not tech-savvy, encryption is a very important part of your life. More than likely, your bank, credit card companies—and even some ...
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Android L will have built-in encryption, just like iOS

The next major version of Android is going to come with one feature that will please the security-conscious: built-in encryption. It means anyone who grabs hold of your mobile device—from petty thief ...

Android Phone Vulnerability Could Allow Hackers to Access Your Device in Seconds

The MediaTek vulnerability affecting 875 million Android phones allows SIM card exploits to bypass lock screens in seconds.

All Android users placed on red alert and urged to check one setting immediately

There's an urgent Android security warning, and anyone with one of these phones in their pocket would be wise not to ignore ...

Everyone with an Android phone is urged to check one setting immediately

A worrying new Android alert has been issued, and now is a good time for all users to check their settings. It's been ...

875 Million Android Phones Face Risk Due to Hidden Chip Flaw

A MediaTek chip flaw could put up to 875 million Android phones at risk, exposing how a locked device can still be vulnerable ...