Tech giant Google said an Italian vendor used a "combination of tactics, including drive-by downloads" to target mobile users on both iOS and Android devices in Italy and Kazakhstan.

Italian spyware targeted Apple, Android phones: Google

A new enterprise-grade Android spyware called 'Hermit' is being used by the governments via SMS messages to target high-profile people like business executives, human rights activists, journalists, academics and government officials according to cyber-security researchers, as reported by Indo Asian News Service.

Android spyware ‘hermit’ now being used by governments

Meta announced on Tuesday that Whatsapp is beta testing a new feature that would allow Android users to transfer Whatsapp chat history to iOS. Earlier you could either move to the same type of phone, such as Android to Android or move to a different type of phone, such as iPhone to Android.

Meta announces Whatsapp chat transfer from Android to iOS possible now

According to Google's Threat Analysis Group(TAG), spyware named Predator has been targeting Android devices. The University of Toronto along with Citizen lab had earlier published a report saying Egyptian exiled politician Ayman Nour's phone was infected with both Cytrox’s Predator and NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware which was operated by "two different government clients.

Google's warning: New Predator spyware targeting Android phones|  What is it?

If reports are to be believed, Google is looking to come up with restrictions on third-party call recording apps on smartphones run on Android operating systems.

From May 11, call recording may not be possible through third-party apps on Android phones: Reports

Google warns android users as dozens of Apps found on the Google Playstore have been found to be infected with a software that secretly collects user data. According to a media report, the software was developed by a company linked to US security agencies

Google bans Apps with hidden data-harvesting software from Playstore

Google has announced that Android users in Ukraine will now get air raid alerts on their phones before attacks by Russian forces. In a blog post on Thursday, the tech giant said it’s working with the Ukrainian government to roll out an air raid alert system for Android phones in the country.

Google rolls out air raid alerts feature for Ukraine Android users

The smartphone industry is dominated by two major operating systems—Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS. And the Indian government has taken upon itself to shake the status quo.

Indian govt looking to break dominance of Android, iOS; to facilitate homegrown OS

Did you buy a smartwatch to get the most out of your workout routine? Or do you exercise because your smartwatch guilts you into doing so? This chicken-and-egg dilemma has made the smartwatch market explode with options for every buyer.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4: King of android smartwatches?

Google has always been at the forefront in introducing novel features to its operating system with every new version of Android. In order to make the Android operating system’s user interface (UI) more user friendly and accessible, the American tech giant has reportedly been working on a new feature on Android 12 which lets users control their phones using facial expressions.

Google’s new Android 12 feature lets users control UI with face gestures

The evergreen rivalry between Apple and Facebook is back in the headlines with another allegation made by WhatsApp CEO against Apple Inc. WhatsApp, owned by Facebook, CEO has alleged that Apple has been manipulating users and the company does not want anyone to use Android.

Apple doesn't want people to use Android, WhatsApp CEO alleges

Huawei Technologies plans to introduce its Harmony operating system (OS), viewed as its replacement to Google's Android mobile operating system on smartphones next year.

China's Huawei to launch HarmonyOS, its rival to Google Android

A new bug has been discovered on Android phones. Setting a certain image as your phone’s wallpaper could cause it to keep crashing and freezing. The bug went viral on social media over the weekend, The Verge reported.

Using this particular image as the wallpaper is causing many Android phones to crash

Kaspersky recently discovered two new Android malware modifications that are capable of stealing cookies that are stored by the internet browser and social media applications.

Combination of Android malware may compromise user's social media accounts

Apple sold fewer than half a million smartphones in China in February, government data showed on Monday, as the coronavirus outbreak halved demand for all such devices.

Apple sells fewer than 500,000 smartphones in China in February amid coronavirus

If you have a chronic headache, we suggest you put your smartphone away. A new study finds that excessive time spent on your smartphone could be contributing to a relentless headache Smartphone users may be more likely to use painkillers and find less relief and the subjects of this study were from India.

Smartphone use cause migraines, headaches: Study

A new report has raised concerns over smartphone addiction among youngsters. Psychiatrists say that almost a quarter of young people are so dependent on their mobiles that they become panicky and upset if they are denied constant access.

Smartphone addiction: Digital dependency could doom the youth

Chinese telecom giant Huawei unveiled its own operating system on Friday, as it faces the threat of losing access to Android systems and US sanctions. Richard Yu, the head of Huawei's consumer business, told a press conference in the southern city of Dongguan that the new system, called HarmonyOS, would "bring more harmony to the world".

Huawei unveils own operating system HarmonyOS to compete with Android

Huawei Technologies on Friday released its first 5G phone in China and said it would soon launch smart TVs equipped with its Hongmeng operating system. Huawei, which is grappling with sanctions from Washington that threaten to cut its access to US technology and components, on Friday rolled out the Mate 20 X 5G phone for the China market with a price tag of 6199 yuan ($901).

Huawei rolls out 5G phone and flags first Hongmeng device

CCI Has Launched A Probe Against Google. Here Are The Details Recently, the CCI launched a probe against Google, CCI says that phonemakers were forced to pre-install its apps on Android devices. But Google thinks it's above law. In fact, it says that Android has helped more Indians get online. Here's Palki explaining the rationale behind CCI's probe on Google and also tells us why Google should not have the 'holier-than-thou' attitude.

Gravitas: Understanding CCI's probe against Google

Andy Rubin, the creator of mobile operating system Android, has been accused by his estranged wife of concealing the payments he received from Google which he quit in 2014.

Andy Rubin ran 'sex ring', says estranged wife in lawsuit against Android creator

Huawei will delay the launch of its much-touted foldable 5G Mate X smartphone by three months, the latest setback for the company that was slapped with US sanctions last month.

Huawei delays global launch of foldable phone by three months

After Android ban, will Huawei develop own operation system?

Huawei launched its new Honor 20 series smartphones in London on Tuesday in a presentation that emphasised the Chinese company's technology but made no reference of a possible rupture with Google.

Huawei launches new Honor phones, doesn't mention Android

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