Guerilla Malware on Android Devices — Samsung Galaxy Phones are Safe
Guerilla Malware on Android Devices No matter how sophisticated the Android system is, it is still prone to malware attacks. Cyber hackers can infect phones, laptops, or desktops with malware. Once the devices are infected, they can steal the owners’ data. Even though Google releases security updates regularly, it is not possible to scan the increasing number of cybercriminals. According to the latest report by Trend Micro,...
Google to Add Ringtone Slider
Android Separating Notification and Ringtone Volume Image Source There is only one slider that controls ringtone and notification volume. But this can change in Android 13 or 14. Currently, the setup is found by visiting Settings and tapping Sound and Vibration. From there, you will find four sliders. These would include media volume, ring and notification volume, alarm volume, and call volume. Recently, 9to5Google spotted a...
Google requires Android apps to let you delete your account and data
A new Play Store requirement introduced by Google will call for Android apps to include a “readily discoverable option” to delete your account, both within the app and online. The firm claims that the modification intends to provide users “greater clarity and control over their in-app data” in a blog post published on Wednesday. Google is making sure that customers won’t have to redownload an app after...
Google Chrome Rolling Out Fingerprint Unlock for Incognito
Fingerprint Unlock for Incognito on Google Chrome Android Chrome will introduce another update for Android users. The update includes allowing users to lock their incognito sessions with biometric info each time they exit the app. But this feature has been around for iOS users for some time. Now, Google is making it available to Chrome Android users. To activate this feature, go to Chrome Settings, Privacy, and...
Google to allow third-party billing for Play Store apps and games in India
Android users in India can start using third-party billing services for apps and games by next month. They can also choose a different default search engine through a choice screen during setup. While these rules apply only in India, some other regions have implemented similar rules. It all started last year. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) slapped Google with a fine for restricting third-party...
Android 14 to block outdated apps to improve security
Android 14 will start to block app installations that target outdated versions of Android to reduce the risks for malware. The old guidelines for the Google Play Store have ensured that developers keep apps updated. They use the latest features and safety measures of the Android platform. This month, Google updated the guidelines. It now requires newly listed Play Store apps to only target Android 12 and above. The minimum API level...