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A new guide outlines non-negotiable hardware specifications for affordable Android devices to ensure adequate daily usability and performance.

The OnePlus 16 debuts in China featuring a massive silicon-carbon battery, a high-refresh OLED screen, and upgraded cameras, marking the brand's first flagship since exiting Western markets.

Researchers found pre-installed malware on low-cost Android phones before users powered them on, targeting MediaTek hardware.

Shoppers received push notifications claiming a Snowflake data breach compromised ASOS systems, raising concerns about credential theft.

Security teams claimed $232,500 in cash prizes after finding 45 unique vulnerabilities during the second day of the Pwn2Own Ireland 2026 competition.

SIM swapping bypasses traditional network defenses by exploiting human trust at the carrier level, rendering technical perimeters ineffective against social manipulation.

App permissions are not static grants but dynamic requests that can be exploited even after you revoke access, creating hidden data flows.

Competitors at Pwn2Own Ireland 2026 secured $1.2 million in total payouts for vulnerabilities found in mobile devices, smart home hardware, and AI development tools.

Researchers reveal P7 DarkSword, a new iOS exploit variant that steals crypto wallet data and enables two-way command-and-control communication.