Facial Recognition More than Simple Gesture
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 19, 2013
Biometrics appear to offer key to future of identity protection, as spotlight moves to gesture-based facial recognition.
How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication On Facebook
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 17, 2013
Facebook has introduced two-factor authentication to increase your privacy when accessing social networks from multiple devices
Updating Wi-Fi Passwords on your Smartphone
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 16, 2013
Regularly changing passwords for all your online accounts is a basic security measure - and the same applies to your Wi-Fi network.
Facing the Risks of Location Sharing
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 14, 2013
Simple tips to help you embrace location-sharing services on your smartphone apps - don't fear them!
How to use the Security Score widget
- By Allen Kelly on
- June 13, 2013
Watch this short video tutorial to help you use the Security Score widget and learn if your apps are safe.
How Safe are the Apps on my Smartphone?
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 12, 2013
We've released our latest, greatest widget on mobilesecurity.com - learn how it can help you stay safe on your smartphone.
Keeping the Kids Safe on Twitter
- By Yvonne Gee on
- June 11, 2013
Symantec's Norton Family Product Manager, Yvonne Gee, continues our series helping kids stay safe on social networking sites, with a selection of top tips for Twitter users.
Audio to trigger malware on your smartphone?
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 10, 2013
Researchers in the United States have posted a paper claiming that threats can be triggered by specific audio files.
Mobile Payments: Banks Eye Up Better Security
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 08, 2013
Biometric authentication is moving beyond fingerprints and face scanning, and looking to eye scan verification for increased security.
Over Half of Smartphones Left Unprotected
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 07, 2013
A recent survey from CTIA shows that smartphone users are leaving their phones unprotected despite rising thefts.
Are Tablets Safer than Desktop PCs?
- By Richard Clooke on
- June 03, 2013
As cybercriminals focus their attention on smartphone users, it may surprise you to learn that tablets may be more secure than PCs.
Child Safety Tips for using Social Apps
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 31, 2013
Marian Merritt reveals her tips for helping your kids stay safe when using social networking apps on smartphones and tablets.
Smartphone Key to Home Security
- By Sue Harker on
- May 29, 2013
As home security progresses to the next level, bluetooth-enabled smartphones may offer the key to unlocking your front door.
Mobile devices have changed our lives … but for the better?
- By Tony Neate, CEO, Get Safe Online on
- May 25, 2013
Guest author Tony Neate - CEO of Get Safe Online, delivers his verdict on how mobile technology has transformed today's society.
9 Ways To Protect Yourself Against Mobile Phishing
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 24, 2013
Here are 9 great tips to help you avoid falling for the latest phishing attempts that land in your inbox.
New Phishing Sites Fake Social Media Apps
- By Mathew Maniyara on
- May 24, 2013
Phishing sites are on the rise, as discovered by Mathew Maniyara of Symantec's Security Response team.
How to Set Mobile Data Limits
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 23, 2013
If you notice your phone bill getting larger each month, it's possible that some rogue app is pushing your data usage over your monthly limit.
Sharing Photos with Strangers on Social Apps
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 22, 2013
Snapchat offers the ability to share photos that are automatically deleted and can't be recovered, Norton's Lynn Hargrove provides more details.
Wi-Fi Hotspots: Watch Out For Social Hackers
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 22, 2013
When using public Wi-Fi hotspots, beware of opportunist snoopers in your midst.
How to: Wi-fi privacy tips from a hedgehog
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 21, 2013
Norton's friendly furry-faced security advisor provides some unique insight into protecting your privacy when using public Wi-Fi.
Mobile Malware - Security Spotlight
- By Zoya Fallah on
- May 21, 2013
Zoya Fallah interviews Symantec Security expert Kevin Haley about current security threats and great tips for consumers to better protect themselves online against Mobile Malware.
How to Help Recover your Lost Smartphone
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 21, 2013
Smartphones running the latest version of Android include a feature to help anyone contact you if they discover your lost device.
Keeping the Kids Safe on Facebook
- By Marian Merritt on
- May 20, 2013
Protecting your child's privacy is difficult when you consider all their online activities, allow online safety advocate, Marian Merritt, help you understand Facebook's privacy settings.
Public Wi-FI Exposes Mobile to Man in the Middle Attacks
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 17, 2013
Smartphone and tablet users connecting to Wi-Fi networks risk a Man in the Middle attack from cybercriminals.
The ICO and Mobile Apps: Ensuring your Data Stays Secure
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 16, 2013
Smartphone apps gather a wide range of personal information from our devices, so how do we know that app developers are taking care with our data?
How to Maintain Security when installing new Apps on your Smartphone
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 16, 2013
Bjorn Kirchberg of Mobilcom-Debitel provides some advice on securing your smartphone and installing new apps safely.
Constant Charging - How it Affects your Smartphone's Battery
- By Erik Carlstom on
- May 17, 2013
If you constantly leave your smartphone or tablet on charge, you are likely to be killing its battery. Norton expert Erik Carlstrom explains more...
How to set up two-factor authentication with Google
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 15, 2013
Two-factor authentication isn't just for banking and business use, it's also increasingly relevant for consumers, and provides additional security for your online accounts.
Port Filtering - What Is It?
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 14, 2013
For those wishing to make their Wi-Fi connections more resistant to snooping, it's worth understanding how port filtering can help.
Will a Task Killer Extend Battery Life on your Smartphone?
- By Erik Carlstrom on
- May 12, 2013
In the first of a new 3-part series, Norton mobile expert Erik Carlstrom looks at some simple steps to help extend the battery life of your smartphone.