Google's strongest security features are tucked behind a single toggle. Turn it on to protect yourself from theft, scams, spam, and more.

Unlike the iPhone, Android’s open-source nature allows us to sideload apps, customize, and even change the operating system using custom ROMs. While this flexibility brings more freedom, it is also ...

If you’ve recently downloaded a new antivirus app on your Android phone, it might be time to double-check what’s really running in the background. A new ...

Software Experts has recognized Avast as a top cybersecurity provider in its latest report on the best antivirus solutions for consumers and businesses. The recognition highlights Avast Premium ...

Your beloved Android device deserves the best, and that includes proper protection against all of the things that can do it harm: viruses, ransomware, phishing, data breaches, and more potential ...

It turns out that your smartphone could be an overlooked vulnerability that puts you at risk of being tracked. To combat this, Google is rolling out a new security feature in Android 16 that will warn ...

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The HummingBad virus that affected millions of Android users last year has not gone away; in fact, it has returned with a vengeance under a new name: HummingWhale. The HummingBad virus revealed in ...

Well, I’ll be: Android 16 is officially here! (Or it’s available for device-makers to roll out as they see fit, at least. Choose your own adventure.) And the timing of the software’s arrival isn’t the ...

When users download new apps on Android devices, Play Protect automatically scans them for malware. An additional layer of protection is being introduced for sideloaded apps. According to MSPowerUser, ...

Google is adding an optional Android 16 feature to disable USB data access when the phone is locked for enhanced security. This protects against attackers from using USB devices to extract data or ...

Android 16’s Advanced Protection Mode will offer a one-click toggle that enables a plethora of security settings across the OS and even external apps. We’ve spotted the full list of security measures ...