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Fake Cell Towers Could Be Attacking Your Cellphone Up To 80-90 Times Per HourSep 2, 2014 - in News
US authorities have begun using fake cell towers more and more lately to intercept people's communications. CryptoPhone 500 makers have identified at least 17 such fake towers in the U.S..
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California "Kill-Switch" Bill Heading to GovernorAug 12, 2014 - in News
The "kill-switch" bill is now heading to California's governor for approval.
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Big Android "Fake ID" Security Threat UncoveredJul 30, 2014 - in News
This vulnerability allows malware to appear as a legitimate app.
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Android May Be Broadcasting Your LocationJul 4, 2014 - in News
Your Android device may be broadcasting your location history to anyone within Wi-Fi range, the EFF reports.
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Google, Microsoft Will Include Kill Switches in Next OSJun 20, 2014 - in News
They're jumping on the kill switch bandwagon, and for good reason.
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Samsung Wants to Use Iris Scanners in Future DevicesMay 28, 2014 - in News
An iris scanner may arrive on high-end Samsung smartphones.
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Smartphone Kill-Switch Coming to Devices in July 2015Apr 17, 2014 - in News
Multiple device makers and wireless carriers have volunteered to add kill-switch solutions on devices sold after July 2015.
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Google Now Monitoring All Apps in an Android DeviceApr 11, 2014 - in News
Google's Verify Apps feature now keeps a watchful eye on all installed apps.
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New FreedomPop Phone Promises to Preserve Your PrivacyMar 6, 2014 - in News
FreedomPop gives you freedom to call friends and family without the worry of possible eavesdropping.
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Verizon Will Publish Transparency Report Next QuarterDec 19, 2013 - in News
Verizon will cough up a transparency report next year.
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Android Device Manager Allows You to Find Lost PhonesDec 12, 2013 - in News
Android Device Manager is now available in app form.
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Google Plans to Pair Your Google+ Pic With Phone NumberNov 7, 2013 - in News
If you have a profile picture on Google Plus, it will be used on Caller ID.
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Android More Secure Than iPhone, Says Google ChairmanOct 8, 2013 - in News
Google's chairman is confident Android is the stronger platform.
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How Did Chaos Computer Club Reportedly Hack Apple's TouchID?Sep 23, 2013 - in News
According to the Chaos Computer Club's Gerd Eist, the hardest part about defeating Apple's new TouchID reader was getting an iPhone 5S.
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Major SIM Card Security Flaw UncoveredJul 25, 2013 - in News
SIM cards using D.E.S. encryption are vulnerable to attack, reveals a recent two-year study.
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Relax: Google, Carriers Patching Android "Master Key" ExploitJul 10, 2013 - in News
Android device owners were likely safe anyway unless they're trolling third-party app stores.
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Samsung May Be Adding Kill Switch for Stolen SmartphonesJun 24, 2013 - in News
To fight smartphone theft, Samsung is supposedly one of the first to add a kill switch that will essentially brick the stolen device.
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BlackBerry 10 Not Secure Enough for British Government (Yet)Mar 20, 2013 - in News
Looks like BlackBerry still has a bit of work to do on BB10.
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ZTE USA's CEO is Actually Enjoying Washington's ProbeFeb 28, 2013 - in News
The seemingly damning report is a good way to increase brand awareness.
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Satechi Intros Multifunction Mini RouterFeb 15, 2013 - in News
Here's a good way to connect multiple devices to a hotel's Internet connection without having to shell out insanely hefty per-device-per-24-hour fees.
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Wireless Carriers Leave Millions of Android Phones Prone to HackersFeb 7, 2013 - in News
Android device owners unable to receive updates without participation of carrier.
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Windows 8 is Next "Big Target" Says McAfeeJan 6, 2013 - in News
Malware writers are expected to use NFC technology to spread worms across tablets and smartphones.
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Obama Signs Warrantless Wiretapping BillJan 2, 2013 - in News
The government gets five more years of warrantless wiretapping of mobile devices.
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Samsung Patching Security Hole Found in Exynos SoCsDec 20, 2012 - in News
A software fix should be available soon, Samsung said.
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Microsoft Surprised Over Google Canning EAS SupportDec 18, 2012 - in News
Google has decided to end support for Exchange ActiveSync on a consumer level.
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Security Hole Found in Several Samsung SmartphonesDec 17, 2012 - in News
Developer discovered vulnerability in Exynos 4-powered devices, including the Galaxy S2 and Galaxy Note.
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Report: Windows 8 Will Become Top Hacking Target in 2013Nov 26, 2012 - in News
Windows 8 will be one of the three main targets in 2013, says security firm Websense.