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Stories from across the site that focus on mobile security.
How Google Chrome Cuts 7 Billion Malicious Android Notifications Daily to Protect Users
Explore Google's multi-layered defense system against abusive Android notifications in Chrome that reduces scams, spam, and battery drain.
Aug 12, 2026
Samsung Fixes Nearly 200 Security Vulnerabilities in Preinstalled Phone Apps
Samsung patched 176 vulnerabilities found in its preinstalled mobile apps that affected camera, microphone access, and account security on hundreds of millions of devices.
Aug 11, 2026
How Android Apps Share Your Location Data — And What You Can Do About It
Many Android apps may access and share your location with advertisers via third-party SDKs, often without clear user consent. Here's how it happens and what security-conscious users should know.
Aug 5, 2026
Is GrapheneOS Worth Switching To for Privacy-Focused Users?
GrapheneOS delivers advanced privacy for Pixel users, but does the trade-off in compatibility and convenience justify a switch from standard Android?
Jul 30, 2026
How to Identify Fake and Unsafe VPN Apps on iOS and Android
Avoid risky VPN apps by learning how to check developer transparency, verify privacy policies, and test contacts before downloading on iOS or Android.
Jul 29, 2026
Why Gen Z Uses Less Antivirus and What It Means for Their Online Security
Many Gen Z users rely heavily on smartphones yet rarely use antivirus or backup data, exposing them to significant cyber risks despite growing up online. Learn what this means and how to improve digital safety.
Jul 29, 2026
How Fake VPN Apps Are Being Used for Espionage Against Iranian Users
Iran-linked actors distribute spyware through counterfeit VPN and media player apps targeting Farsi speakers globally, emphasizing the risks of unverified app downloads.
Jul 25, 2026
How to Use NordVPN’s Free HangUp App to Block Scam Calls on Android
Learn how to set up NordVPN’s free HangUp app on Android to identify and block scam and telemarketing calls with just a free Nord account.
Jul 24, 2026
Security Concerns Over White House App Using Russian-Built Elfsight Code
The official White House mobile app includes components from Elfsight, a Russian-rooted company, raising security and compliance questions for U.S. federal agencies.
Jul 19, 2026
How NordVPN's New SMS Scam Protection Enhances Android Security
NordVPN now screens incoming SMS for scams on Android, alerting users to suspicious texts and providing a safe viewing mode to prevent accidental link taps.
Jul 9, 2026
How Surfshark and Amnesty International Empower Digital Human Rights Defenders
Surfshark partners with Amnesty International to train defenders in detecting spyware on mobile devices, boosting digital security for activists worldwide.
May 14, 2026
How Google's Intrusion Logging Boosts Android Spyware Protection
Google's new Intrusion Logging tool on Pixel and upcoming Android devices aims to detect spyware attacks early and enhance user security.
May 13, 2026