A new Android malware strain has been discovered that can phish Facebook credentials of users and use it to log into accounts to steal account information as well as search and collect the results using Facebook’s search functionality. The new malware strain is dubbed as “Fakeapp” which was detected earlier this month by the researchers from Symantec. According to Symantec, the app, at the time of writing, is being distributed inside malicious apps that are made available to…
Low-cost Android smartphones with over 40 models were found to be infected with an Android banking Trojan called Triada. These malware-laden smartphones were already sold globally. This banking Trojan was discovered by a research team from a Russia-based antivirus firm known as Dr. Web. A few days ago, this security firm published a list of all the 42 Android models that they have analyzed and found to be infected with the banking Trojan Android.Triada.231. Triada is not a new Android…
A new Android malware has been discovered recently. Dubbed as “RedDrop”, this malware seems to be one of the most sophisticated Android malware. RedDrop was discovered in 53 Android apps where installation of infected apps could lead to privacy-related issues. This Android malware is designed to steal a user’s personal information and money. Wander, the security firm that discovered the malware has caught it spreading on malicious ads on a Chinese search engine called Baidu. Once a…
With the anticipation of the latest Android phone release this 2018, we look back on the most amazing smartphone releases this early January and February 2018 and some of the best phones released last 2017. The most exciting Android phones are said to be released in the first half of 2018. We can’t wait what technological breakthrough these smartphone manufacturers have in store for all the consumers, not to mention the expectation from Android Oreo to dominate the Android market. While…
As it warms up its latest new build of Android, Google is finally ready to uncover its mysterious work on the Android P to the public. The next major Android version is expected to make its first debut in the second quarter of the year at Google’s I/O Conference. But before that happens, there will be a developer preview that offers the first look at Android’s future which will be released later this month. According to some unnamed sources, Android’s new look could be designed to…
Along with the great mobile phones available during the MWC 2018, there is one noticeable phone that should’ve given more attention than just a display. LG G7 was spotted during the MWC 2018 but was not part of the smartphone launching or was even mentioned during the event. LG announced V30S instead, while LG G7 was just sitting there, in the corner, waiting to get noticed. Why did LG bother to display LG G7? LG’s flagship plans are unclear. It’s strange enough that they would…
A lot of exciting products emerged this year’s MWC including the latest Android phones, chipsets, and smartphone accessories. So far, the announcements by manufacturers didn’t put us down but only raised the market competition, which is a good thing for all consumers. Here is a list of some of the best-unveiled products in MWC 2018 that rings to everyone’s ears. Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus This was the most anticipated launch months before MWC 2018. A lot of people love…
Along with Samsung Galaxy 9 and 9+ and Nokia 8 Sirocco, Sony Xperia also released their latest flagship during the MWC 2018. The Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact are expected to compete with the top Android phones in the market this 2018. With it, Sony’s release of their first ever Android phone that is based on the concept of water they love to call as Ambient Flow. No more sharp edges. What we love about Sony Xperia is their commitment to elaborate on media. This includes great photography,…
Ever since Google announced the low power mobile operating system way back in May last year, things have mostly remained quiet on the Android Go front except for an unexpected name change to a decidedly less catchy one. Android Go is a lightweight version of the Android operating system which is designed for lower-end devices which only have less than 1GB of RAM. This lightweight version promises a world of efficient and decent-performing smartphones with timely security and app updates.…
The release of the two new flagships of Samsung, Galaxy S9 and S9 plus, has made the world excited. The distribution may not come as fast in the Philippines, but it is best to decide now whether its time to switch to the new Samsung or not. The external design of the S9 and S9+ may not really differ from the older Galaxy versions, but the functionality, features, and technology are clearly improved, especially when capturing Instagrammable moments. These new features are our breaking point…
