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Vivo S60 Confirmed to Launch With a Significantly Larger Battery Than Its Predecessor
Vivo S60 will be equipped with a 7,200mAh battery, Vivo Product Manager Han Boxiao announced on Monday. The upcoming phone is also confirmed to arrive with support for 90W wired fast charging via a USB Type-C port. The new Vivo S60 will be unveiled with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner for security, too. This comes shortly after the company exec...
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Android 17 to Introduce New OS Verification Tool to Curb Distribution of Unofficial Versions
Google has showcased a new way for users to verify the authenticity of the OS their Android smartphone is running. The Mountain View-based tech giant showcased the new Android OS Verification tool recently during The Android Show: I/O Edition, which was held as part of the company’s upcoming Google I/O developer conference. The company said that ...
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Google's May 2026 Update for Pixel Devices Rolls Out With Fixes for Slow Wireless Charging, Screen Freezing Issues
Google began rolling out the May 2026 software update for eligible Pixel smartphones on Tuesday. The latest Android 16 build for Google Pixel phones carries fixes for several system issues that were reported by users in previous iterations. For example, it patches a bug that caused wireless charging to slow down when the battery reached a certain l...
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CloudZ RAT Malware Could Exploit Microsoft Phone Link App to Access Messages and OTPs, Researchers Warn
Microsoft’s Phone Link app could become a target for threat actors if a connected Windows PC is infected with malware. According to security researchers, an ongoing campaign potentially targets victims with a remote access trojan (RAT) called CloudZ. It reportedly compromises systems and can intercept sensitive information synced between smartpho...
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How to Enable Advanced Protection on Your Android Phone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google introduced Advanced Protection for Android devices with the Android 16 update in June 2025. The functionality was rolled out with the claim that it would help curb online scams and fraud. The smartphones that have Advanced Protection enabled are capable of automatically identifying and blocking malicious websites that have previously been re...
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Is Your Phone Your 'Security Blanket'? 5 Signs Attachment Anxiety Is Controlling Your Screen Time
If you find yourself doomscrolling for hours on end, then you may need to rethink your relationship to your phone. A new study indicates that attachment anxiety is the reason behind why you are becoming increasingly attached to your phone. Here is wh
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Millions Of Apple iPhone Users At Risk Of Hacking From 'Darksword' Spyware Tool
Researchers at Google and security firms iVerify and Lookout highlighted the discovery of a sophisticated iPhone hacking malware named 'Darksword'.
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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Nothing Phone 4a, Nothing Phone 4a Pro Go on Sale in India: Price, Offers, Features
Nothing Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro are now on sale in India after launching on March 5. The smartphones feature AMOLED displays with up to 144Hz refresh rate and are powered by Snapdragon 7 series chipsets. They run Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.1 and support up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The devices bring Glyph lighting interfaces, triple rear ...
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Researchers Discover MediaTek Chip Vulnerability That Could Impact Millions of Android Phones
Ledger Donjon, a group of security researchers for the cryptocurrency wallet firm Ledger, claimed to have discovered a vulnerability that potentially affects millions of Android phones powered by MediaTek chipsets. Ledger’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Charles Guillemet claims that the security researchers used the CMF Phone 1 to discover the M...
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Lava Bold 2 5G India Launch Date Announced; Confirmed to Feature Under-Display Fingerprint Scanner
Lava Bold 2 5G will be launched in India by the Noida-based smartphone maker on March 13 at 12 pm IST, the company has confirmed. The phone will be available for purchase in the country via Amazon. The handset is teased to be offered in at least a black colour option, too. The upcoming Lava Bold 2 5G will feature an under-display fingerprint scanne...
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Samsung Galaxy Smartphones Get Inactivity Restart Security Feature With Latest Update: Report
Samsung has reportedly introduced an Inactivity restart security feature for Galaxy smartphones that automatically reboots a device if it stays locked for 72 hours. The option is available under Security and Privacy settings and places the phone in a restricted state after restarting until it is unlocked. The feature is intended to protect user dat...
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Realme Narzo Power 5G India Launch Date Announced, Will Be Second Phone With 10,001mAh Battery
Realme Narzo Power 5G will launch in India on 5 March at 12pm IST with a 10,001mAh battery as its key highlight. It features a 6.78-inch 144Hz display, MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra chipset, and a 50-megapixel Sony IMX882 camera with OIS. The phone supports 27W charging, reverse charging, and 90fps BGMI gameplay. It runs Android 16-based Realme UI ...
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Owners Can Now Install One UI 8.5 Beta 4 in Select Regions
The One UI 8.5 beta 4 is said to be rolling out to Galaxy S25 devices in select regions. The update is around 1.5GB in size and includes the February 5, 2026, security patch. It fixes problems related to search history in the Phone app and Bluetooth headset call switching. The Android 16-based update also brings a Direct Voicemail feature for the G...
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Google's AirDrop-Quick Share Interoperability Support Is Coming to More Android Smartphones
Google has reportedly teased that its AirDrop interoperability could soon be expanded to support a wider range of Android smartphones. The Mountain View-based tech giant first announced cross-platform sharing between Android and iOS devices in November 2025 for the Pixel 10, enabling Android users to share files securely and wirelessly with iPhone ...
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Vivo S60 Confirmed to Launch With a Significantly Larger Battery Than Its Predecessor
Vivo S60 will be equipped with a 7,200mAh battery, Vivo Product Manager Han Boxiao announced on Monday. The upcoming phone is also confirmed to arrive with support for 90W wired fast charging via a USB Type-C port. The new Vivo S60 will be unveiled with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner for security, too. This comes shortly after the company exec...
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Android 17 to Introduce New OS Verification Tool to Curb Distribution of Unofficial Versions
Google has showcased a new way for users to verify the authenticity of the OS their Android smartphone is running. The Mountain View-based tech giant showcased the new Android OS Verification tool recently during The Android Show: I/O Edition, which was held as part of the company’s upcoming Google I/O developer conference. The company said that ...
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Google's May 2026 Update for Pixel Devices Rolls Out With Fixes for Slow Wireless Charging, Screen Freezing Issues
Google began rolling out the May 2026 software update for eligible Pixel smartphones on Tuesday. The latest Android 16 build for Google Pixel phones carries fixes for several system issues that were reported by users in previous iterations. For example, it patches a bug that caused wireless charging to slow down when the battery reached a certain l...
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CloudZ RAT Malware Could Exploit Microsoft Phone Link App to Access Messages and OTPs, Researchers Warn
Microsoft’s Phone Link app could become a target for threat actors if a connected Windows PC is infected with malware. According to security researchers, an ongoing campaign potentially targets victims with a remote access trojan (RAT) called CloudZ. It reportedly compromises systems and can intercept sensitive information synced between smartpho...
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How to Enable Advanced Protection on Your Android Phone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google introduced Advanced Protection for Android devices with the Android 16 update in June 2025. The functionality was rolled out with the claim that it would help curb online scams and fraud. The smartphones that have Advanced Protection enabled are capable of automatically identifying and blocking malicious websites that have previously been re...
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Is Your Phone Your 'Security Blanket'? 5 Signs Attachment Anxiety Is Controlling Your Screen Time
If you find yourself doomscrolling for hours on end, then you may need to rethink your relationship to your phone. A new study indicates that attachment anxiety is the reason behind why you are becoming increasingly attached to your phone. Here is wh
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Millions Of Apple iPhone Users At Risk Of Hacking From 'Darksword' Spyware Tool
Researchers at Google and security firms iVerify and Lookout highlighted the discovery of a sophisticated iPhone hacking malware named 'Darksword'.
-
How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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Nothing Phone 4a, Nothing Phone 4a Pro Go on Sale in India: Price, Offers, Features
Nothing Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro are now on sale in India after launching on March 5. The smartphones feature AMOLED displays with up to 144Hz refresh rate and are powered by Snapdragon 7 series chipsets. They run Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.1 and support up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The devices bring Glyph lighting interfaces, triple rear ...
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Researchers Discover MediaTek Chip Vulnerability That Could Impact Millions of Android Phones
Ledger Donjon, a group of security researchers for the cryptocurrency wallet firm Ledger, claimed to have discovered a vulnerability that potentially affects millions of Android phones powered by MediaTek chipsets. Ledger’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Charles Guillemet claims that the security researchers used the CMF Phone 1 to discover the M...
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Lava Bold 2 5G India Launch Date Announced; Confirmed to Feature Under-Display Fingerprint Scanner
Lava Bold 2 5G will be launched in India by the Noida-based smartphone maker on March 13 at 12 pm IST, the company has confirmed. The phone will be available for purchase in the country via Amazon. The handset is teased to be offered in at least a black colour option, too. The upcoming Lava Bold 2 5G will feature an under-display fingerprint scanne...
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Samsung Galaxy Smartphones Get Inactivity Restart Security Feature With Latest Update: Report
Samsung has reportedly introduced an Inactivity restart security feature for Galaxy smartphones that automatically reboots a device if it stays locked for 72 hours. The option is available under Security and Privacy settings and places the phone in a restricted state after restarting until it is unlocked. The feature is intended to protect user dat...
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Realme Narzo Power 5G India Launch Date Announced, Will Be Second Phone With 10,001mAh Battery
Realme Narzo Power 5G will launch in India on 5 March at 12pm IST with a 10,001mAh battery as its key highlight. It features a 6.78-inch 144Hz display, MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra chipset, and a 50-megapixel Sony IMX882 camera with OIS. The phone supports 27W charging, reverse charging, and 90fps BGMI gameplay. It runs Android 16-based Realme UI ...
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Owners Can Now Install One UI 8.5 Beta 4 in Select Regions
The One UI 8.5 beta 4 is said to be rolling out to Galaxy S25 devices in select regions. The update is around 1.5GB in size and includes the February 5, 2026, security patch. It fixes problems related to search history in the Phone app and Bluetooth headset call switching. The Android 16-based update also brings a Direct Voicemail feature for the G...
-
Google's AirDrop-Quick Share Interoperability Support Is Coming to More Android Smartphones
Google has reportedly teased that its AirDrop interoperability could soon be expanded to support a wider range of Android smartphones. The Mountain View-based tech giant first announced cross-platform sharing between Android and iOS devices in November 2025 for the Pixel 10, enabling Android users to share files securely and wirelessly with iPhone ...
