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It’s not always easy to give general advice to Android users because the OS is so very diverse. But we have ten security tips that are relevant for almost any Android version.

One simple Android game can get as much information about the smartphone’s owner as a real spy can.

Elena Kharchenko, Head of Consumer Product Management, answers the important security questions that you submitted.

Virus Bulletin is a traditionally enterprise-focused event, but each year topics of consumer interest, like Apple malware, hackable devices and Bitcoin are presented.

This post is comprised of two topics: a Trojan Opfake.a, which made a lot of buzz earlier this months and analyzing mobile malware at home. The latter is quite possible, but requires protective measures.

Read highlights from our top posts in August.

We have bought our very own Blackphone to check its security firsthand.

Unpatched flaws in Android make your device vulnerable to “Invisible” infection. You better find out now in order to protect yourself.

Read highlights from our top posts in July.

Despite the fact that we have cheap unlimited Internet connection almost everywhere, there are situations when each megabyte is literally worth its weight in gold.

Any new technology can be rough around the edges. The consequences can be complex and there’s high chance for human error, especially when it comes to security.

The list of highly touted devices that have been launched in recent years with embarrassing flaws – security and otherwise – is long and distinguished.

Let’s analyze new safety features in the upcoming Android release while we wait for it to arrive.

Read highlights from our top posts in June.

On the trail of Cabir’s “jubilee”, a new story about Nokia’s Symbian surfaced, involving stolen code, blackmail, charity donation, and a bag with several million euros. One day it could become a script for a criminal drama, but for now it is a story about sensitive data mishandling.

Discussing security and the privacy strengths and weaknesses in the Apple’s soon-to-be-released iOS 8.

Computer ransomware is getting more sophisitcated, while mobile cryptolockers are emerging both in Europe and the U.S.

App stores offer all the promise of a virtually unlimited range of games and tools, but are rife with pitfalls too. These include bad apps, ballooning costs, and malicious apps, particularly on Android devices.

Read highlights from our top posts in May.

A new piece of ransomware targeting Apple users emerges along with a hybrid malware combining Zeus and Carberp. There’s also an issue with the Spotify Android app.

But while Android’s market figures continue to pile up, so do the knocks against the company’s security protocols.