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15 best antivirus apps and best anti-malware apps for Android!

Protecting your phone is always a top priority and in this list, we'll show you the 15 best antivirus apps for Android to help keep the malware away.

Joe HindyJanuary 3, 20202203 shares

CamScanner returns to the Play Store after getting booted for malware (Updated)

CamScanner is back up on the Play Store, though it's understandable if you're cautious for a bit.

Williams PelegrinSeptember 5, 2019306 shares

Update your WhatsApp now to avoid this dangerous exploit

A hack purportedly developed by an Israeli security firm used WhatsApp's VoIP calling functionality as an attack vector.

Hadlee SimonsMay 14, 2019112 shares

Millions of Xiaomi devices had a pre-installed security flaw

The vulnerability gave attackers the ability to carry out a man-in-the-middle attack.

Williams PelegrinApril 4, 20191233 shares

Office Depot coughs up $25 million over fake virus scans

Also, the company in charge of the diagnostics software agreed to pay $10 million.

Williams PelegrinMarch 28, 2019155 shares

10 best Android flashlight apps with no extra permissions

Finding a good flashlight on Android is harder than you'd think. In this roundup, we have the best (and most permission free) Android flashlight apps!

Joe HindyFebruary 1, 201997041 shares

5 Android apps you shouldn’t miss this week! – Android Apps Weekly

The 279th Android Apps Weekly is out! This week we talk about some interesting malware, a potential new Spotify feature, and five new Android apps and games!

Joe HindyJanuary 26, 201951 shares

More data-stealing bloatware found on cheap Android phones

Data including IMEI numbers, MAC addresses, and location info has reportedly been collected by phones sold in developing countries.

Duncan ElderJuly 6, 2018361 shares

Heimdal Pro Anti-Malware a must have addition to your antivirus 89% off

Heimdal Pro blocks threats that your anti-virus doesn’t see. Right now you can pick up a lifetime subscription from as little as $29.99.

AA PicksJune 16, 2018129 shares

Malicious apps reinfest Play Store after name change

The apps reappeared in the Play Store with different names and publishers after being previously reported and removed.

Duncan ElderMay 10, 2018477 shares

End of the line!

5G will struggle until it’s affordable for all

Forget flagships, mid-range phones are making the biggest technological leaps

Who is BBK, the world’s second largest phone manufacturer?

Samsung Galaxy S20 specs: All the rumors and leaks so far