Google has resolved a dangerous Android vulnerability which allowed attackers to reboot Nexus devices into custom boot modes, leading to spying and remote attacks. Patched as part of Google's January ...

Google is adding an optional Android 16 feature to disable USB data access when the phone is locked for enhanced security. This protects against attackers from using USB devices to extract data or ...

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When you turn on your Android Incredible phone, the manufacturer logo appears, followed by the boot animation. This is a short graphical display that serves no particular function, except to let you ...

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True, the Android operating system is based on Linux, but many dyed-in-the-wool Linux users would prefer a tablet running “real” Linux, which is exactly what Peacock Imports is trying to do with its ...

Android 16 appears to be setting things up for enhanced security and protection against attacks that use USB devices to breach security and possibly retrieve sensitive data. Google has long been vocal ...

Word out of TechRadar UK is that ViewSonic is set to jump back into the tablet game with both a 7″ Android tablet as well as a 10″ model that will dual-boot Windows and Android. The debut will ...

IBM’s X-Force security team discovers a high-risk vulnerability in the Android platform opening phones up to DoS and elevation of privilege vulnerabilities. A high-risk Android custom boot mode ...