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mobile security
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TechCrunchtechnology41 days ago
Google Announces Fake Call Detection and Multiple Other Android, Photos, Books, and Search Updates
Google announced Tuesday that Android will add automatic fake call detection to Phone by Google on Android 12+ devices starting this month. The feature uses RCS signals to verify calls from contacts and warn users when a scammer impersonates a trusted number.
Forbesfinance43 days ago
Apple Developing Motion-Based iPhone Theft Detection Feature Using Accelerometer, Gyroscope and Apple Watch
Code reviewed by 9to5Mac shows Apple is building a system that locks an iPhone after sudden snatch-and-grab motion and checks distance from a paired Apple Watch. The feature would apply existing Stolen Device Protection rules once triggered.
Forbesfinance57 days ago
Samsung Adds Warnings for High-Risk Apps in One UI 9 Beta
Samsung introduced a new security feature in the first One UI 9 beta that detects apps installed from outside official stores and recommends their removal. The update is part of broader Android 17 security improvements that also include enhanced live threat detection.
itnews.com.autechnology60 days ago
Infoblox Maps Underground Market for iPhone Unlocking Tools and Related Phishing Sites
Researchers identified more than 10,000 phishing websites tied to stolen iPhone unlocking services, with traffic surging 350 percent last year. The pay-per-use tools, costing less than $10 on average, target devices through physical access and social engineering. London police re…
Usa Todaytechnology62 days ago
Apple Releases iOS 26.5 With Encrypted RCS Messaging and Security Fixes
Apple rolled out iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 on May 11, introducing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging between iPhone and Android devices in beta. The update also adds a Pride-themed wallpaper, new emojis, Apple Music tools and more than 60 security patches. It arrives shortly befor…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewtechnology96 days ago
Security Researchers Uncover Hack-for-Hire Group's Campaign Targeting Android and iCloud
Security researchers have identified a hack-for-hire operation that deployed Android spyware and phishing attacks to access iCloud credentials and compromise devices. The campaign involved targeting victims through multiple methods to steal sensitive data. Details of the operatio…