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.
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.
Taking Your Smartphone Battery’s Temperature
- By Erik Carlstrom on
- May 15, 2013
It's common-sense to avoid exposing your gadgets to extreme temperatures, Erik Carlstrom takes a look at how these affect battery consumption on your smartphone or tablet.
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.
Android Devices: How Secure Is Android Beam?
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 10, 2013
Let's take a look at Android Beam, and how to maintain your privacy while enjoying NFC features.
Mobile Apps: How to Make a Successful App
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 09, 2013
With smartphone and tablet users spending more than ever on apps, it's time to consider how to make money from your efforts.
How to Perform a Factory Reset on Android
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 09, 2013
Performing a factory reset on your smartphone will vary depending on which version of Android you're running - learn how here.
Hacked Off by Social Networks
- By Sue Harker on
- May 08, 2013
Following three major global media organisations' social network accounts being hacked, users are being urged to check their security settings.
How to Speed up your Mobile Computer
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 06, 2013
What can you do to restore some life to your smartphone when it's starting to act a little sluggish?
Smartphone Growth could Boost Retail Sales
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 03, 2013
Consumers are using their smartphones and tablets to search for products more than ever before, when shopping in retail stores.
New Android Trojan App Found
- By Richard Clooke on
- May 02, 2013
A new Android Trojan is capable of making premium rate calls and sending SMS messages from your smartphone - and may even be gathering your personal information.
How to Protect Your Smartphone on Holiday
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 30, 2013
Before you head off on your summer vacation, run through our checklist of essential smartphone safety tips.
How to Secure a Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 29, 2013
Here are our tips on how to ensure your wireless network is safe.
Smartphones are the Swiss Army Knife of Communication
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 28, 2013
It's no major surprise that smartphone users aren't only using their mobile devices to make calls - as this PC Advisor survey reveals.
Researchers Spot Android Security Flaw
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 27, 2013
Computer scientists at University of California's Davis campus have discovered vulnerabilities in several Android applications.
Millions of Android Users May Have Screen Unlock Bug
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 26, 2013
Over 50 million Android users may be vulnerable to a new bug that allows access to locked devices.
Boston Bombing Spam Highlights Criminal Depths
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 26, 2013
Cybercriminals will use natural disasters and other tragedies to maximise exposure to their scams, as was evident in the aftermath of the recent tragic events in Boston.
iPhone ‘Kill Switch’ Rumour Heats Up
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 26, 2013
Is a centrally-managed 'kill switch' likely to be integrated into iOS when the next generation of iPhones is unleashed on the market?
Simple Business Rules to Secure your Personal Smartphone
- By Allen Kelly on
- April 25, 2013
At CeBIT 2013, Roger Gosine - Vice President of Business Development at Deutsche Telekom - talks about the threats moving from the workplace to mobile.
ACLU Seeks Federal Backing On Android
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 25, 2013
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission, focused on Android owners' access to the latest version of Google's operating system.
PC Threats that now Target your Smartphone
- By Richard Clooke on
- April 24, 2013
Here's our breakdown of the types of threat we've previously seen in the desktop environment, and how they're increasingly being applied to the mobile platform.