Security News: 17 October 2025 - 17 November 2025

Android PDF Ad Scam: Fake ‘Update PDF App’ Pop-Ups Are Flooding Phones With Junk Apps (Nov 28, 2025)

Deceptive Android ads and junk PDF readers are back in the spotlight — and experts say they’re part of a much bigger Google Play security problem. A dad, one stubborn PDF – and four random apps Earlier today, Android Authority published a

November 28, 2025

Mobile Devices · News · Security · Technology

Android Face Unlock Is Finally Getting Serious: Polar ID, Galaxy S27 Ultra Leaks, and the Race to Beat Face ID

A new wave of leaks and a fresh Metalenz–UMC production deal suggest Android phones — including Samsung’s rumored Galaxy S27 Ultra — are about to get Face ID‑class secure facial recognition. In the space of just ten days, a niche optics startup,

November 17, 2025

Mobile Apps · News · Privacy · Security

Your Phone’s Default Apps Are Spying on You — Here’s How to Reclaim Your Privacy

Smartphone users often assume that the apps pre-installed on Android or iPhone respect their privacy. In reality, built-in apps from Google and Apple collect vast amounts of data by design. Cybersecurity researchers and privacy advocates have repeatedly warned that default phone tools

October 19, 2025

Finance · News · Security · Technology

PayPal and Venmo Crash Leaves Millions Locked Out – Are Your Funds Safe?

Widespread Outage Cripples Two Major Payment Platforms On Thursday morning, millions of people worldwide discovered they couldn’t access PayPal or Venmo, two of the most widely used online payment platforms. Users began reporting issues around mid-morning U.S. time – roughly 11 a.m.

October 17, 2025

Security News: 17 October 2025 - 17 November 2025

Android PDF Ad Scam: Fake ‘Update PDF App’ Pop-Ups Are Flooding Phones With Junk Apps (Nov 28, 2025)

Android Face Unlock Is Finally Getting Serious: Polar ID, Galaxy S27 Ultra Leaks, and the Race to Beat Face ID

Your Phone’s Default Apps Are Spying on You — Here’s How to Reclaim Your Privacy

PayPal and Venmo Crash Leaves Millions Locked Out – Are Your Funds Safe?

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