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Lookout to offer premium version with remote lock, wipe
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated

Erase your Android device before getting rid of it [Android 101]
By Phil Nickinson last updated

Your apps' default settings don't put your privacy first, so make sure to check them
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
Default settings never have your bests interests in mind, so check them out!

Gemalto denies 'massive theft' of SIM card encryption keys by NSA and GCHQ [updated]
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated

Potential fix for Transformer Prime GPS needs no dongles
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated

Manage location data in the pictures you take [privacy and security]
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
Securing your applications the right way -- the Google how-to
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated

The malicious 'Godless' exploit found in a few Google Play apps sounds scary, but that's about it
By Phil Nickinson last updated
Another week, another scary-sounding security story. Here's why we wouldn't worry too much about "Godless."

These are the phones that receive regular security patches, according to Google
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Google has committed to working with partners to deliver quick security updates. In its annual review, the company highlighted phones that picked up regular security patches over the course of 2016.

RIM launches BlackBerry Mobile Fusion, Android client now available
By Bla1ze last updated

Study shows that 'mobile threat activity' has risen significantly in past 6 months
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated

Vipre Mobile security app for Android now in public beta testing
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated

Securely wiping any device makes it just fine to sell [#FUDfighters]
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated

November 2018 Android Security Bulletin brings NFC support for Google's Titan Security Key bundle
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
November update adds NFC option for Google's Titan Security Key bundle — say buh-bye to the clunky Bluetooth method.

Google Titan Security Key bundle is now available for $50
By Phil Nickinson last updated
If you really care about your online security, you'll want to get this.
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