Hackers broke into a million accounts Android around the world Росбалт.RU

Experts specializing in cyber-security company Check Point have discovered a malicious software Gooligan, which broke the device on the Android platform.

according to RBC with reference to the message kiberbortsov, the attack were more than 1 million Google user accounts.

Check Point said that every day victims of malicious software has become 13 thousand devices running on Android 4 (Jelly Bean, KitKat) and Android 5 (Lollipop). The virus got into the gadget after loading the user application from Google Play.

on behalf of the users, the attackers were set each day about 30 thousand applications. Also the stolen information has given access to information in services like Gmail, Google Photos, Google Docs, G Suite, Google Drive.

New standard SD card expands memory Android-smartphones – Kanobu (Registration)

Android 7.1 is not digesting screenshots with the iPhone 7 Plus

“for a Long time there is a war between these two pantomime”, but to the system of intolerance, it seems, never came.

Professor of cryptography compared the security of iOS and Android Appleinsider.ru

AndroidInsider.ru regularly published materials about new security threats, faced by huge number Android users. The main problem with Android smartphones is the inability to quickly update and apply patches. However, even if you compare a fresh version of Android with iOS, it becomes clear that problems have more than one. What do Matthew green, a cryptography Professor from Johns Hopkins University.

Android Devices Nougat 7.0, the latest version OS from Google, use full disk encryption, which is very good, but, unfortunately, does not protect them from hacking and data access. When the screen is locked with a password, access to some files is still possible, since the encryption key is stored in the device memory. To such conclusion came from Matthew green.

Further, while Apple offers 4 levels of protection for developers in the Android Nougat 2, and applications are still vulnerable. Conclusion Professor cryptography sounds sad for Android users. According to him, though, and Android is moving in the right direction, this OS is still not resolved the problem that Apple has decided six years ago.

Professor of cryptography compared the security of iOS and Android … – Appleinsider.ru

AndroidInsider.ru regularly published materials about new security threats, faced by huge number Android users. The main problem with Android smartphones is the inability to quickly update and apply patches. However, even if you compare a fresh version of Android with iOS, it becomes clear that problems have more than one. What do Matthew green, a cryptography Professor from Johns Hopkins University.

Android Devices Nougat 7.0, the latest version OS from Google, use full disk encryption, which is very good, but, unfortunately, does not protect them from hacking and data access. When the screen is locked with a password, access to some files is still possible, since the encryption key is stored in the device memory. To such conclusion came from Matthew green.

Further, while Apple offers 4 levels of protection for developers in the Android Nougat 2, and applications are still vulnerable. Conclusion Professor cryptography sounds sad for Android users. According to him, though, and Android is moving in the right direction, this OS is still not resolved the problem that Apple has decided six years ago.

Professor of cryptography compared the security of iOS and Android … – Appleinsider.ru

AndroidInsider.ru regularly published materials about new security threats, faced by huge number Android users. The main problem with Android smartphones is the inability to quickly update and apply patches. However, even if you compare a fresh version of Android with iOS, it becomes clear that problems have more than one. What do Matthew green, a cryptography Professor from Johns Hopkins University.

Android Devices Nougat 7.0, the latest version OS from Google, use full disk encryption, which is very good, but, unfortunately, does not protect them from hacking and data access. When the screen is locked with a password, access to some files is still possible, since the encryption key is stored in the device memory. To such conclusion came from Matthew green.

Further, while Apple offers 4 levels of protection for developers in the Android Nougat 2, and applications are still vulnerable. Conclusion Professor cryptography sounds sad for Android users. According to him, though, and Android is moving in the right direction, this OS is still not resolved the problem that Apple has decided six years ago.

FAQ: How to unlock your Android smartphone? Six typical steps a Hacker

Sometimes disable lock screen on Android is not easy: the corresponding menu item can be simply inactive. The phone allows you to install another app to block, but disable it does does not. If you are faced with this problem and remove the lock really makes sense to do so.

1. First look, not whether you encrypt your device or memory card. As you know, to unlock the device menu needs to be decoded.
2. Check for an installed VPN connections. One of the conditions of his work as time protects the screen of your device. To resolve the problem, the VPN will have to be removed.
3. Look in the menu “Security → device Administrators” and remove everyone who sat down there. By the way, the apps included in this list, just delete won’t work either. First you need to remove the checkbox, and then delete the app. Same with the lock screen: off jackdaws and try to remove the screen protection.
4. When setting corporate mail it automatically goes into the device administrators, and requires the protection of the screen. Treated by removal of Daw and deleting all of these applications.
5. If such functionality is provided by the manufacturer, it is possible to start in safe mode and see if you can remove the screen lock. If menu is available, then one of the applications continues to interfere. Program to find and delete. Safe mode is different from the usual that starts the phone without apps. It is activated on different devices from different manufacturers. For example, in devices Samsung when logo appears during boot you press the button the volume down and hold until it is fully started. At the bottom you will see a message about entering safe mode. If you have a tube of another brand, look for the user manual in the user manual.
6. If nothing helps, only reset and restore factory settings. The consequences can of course be serious, but, alas, one of the most effective and trouble-free way.

The owners of iOS and Android were quite different – Дейта.RU

November 28, 2016, 13:05, data. Scientists have determined the difference in behavior between the iPhone and Android devices. It is reported IA data.

the Theory about the impact of smart devices on the character of the owner is not proven completely, but the results of the research can be a grain of truth.

a team from Lincoln University and the University of Lancaster for two years conducted a survey of 530 participants in the study. Respondents – the owners of the gadgets talked about their smart devices and sensations.

as a result, found out that iPhone owners consider their smartphone as a status indicator, and are rarely humble people and prone to deceptions.

as for the owners of Android-devices, they are less likely to try to break the rules, at the same time they do not important status and condition. One of the experts of the research reported that scientists were able to develop a statistical model that helps determine how the smart device used by the Respondent by answering specific questions.

The new version of Cortana for Android – Ferra

Google has announced that it has released a new version of the electronic voice assistant Cortana for Android. The main feature of the updated Cortana is the presence of mention of birthdays. Information about your contacts digital girl takes from the Outlook Calendar.

Cortana version 1.9.12 can also connect directly to more cost calendars. In addition, boasting the correction of errors, bugs, adding subtle details that make working with it easier.

The new version of Cortana for Android Ferra.ru – Ferra

Google has announced that it has released a new version of the electronic voice assistant Cortana for Android. The main feature of the updated Cortana is the presence of mention of birthdays. Information about your contacts digital girl takes from the Outlook Calendar.

Cortana version 1.9.12 can also connect directly to more cost calendars. In addition, boasting the correction of errors, bugs, adding subtle details that make working with it easier.

A new version of Cortana for Android OS is reminiscent of the days … – iXBT.com

Microsoft has released a new version of voice assistant Cortana for Android OS. In version 1.9.12 there are several new features, including reminders for birthdays.

Data on the birthdays of the assistant reads from the database Outlook Calendar. By the way, another innovation in Cortana 1.9.12 for Android — support connecting to multiple calendars. There are other changes and bug fixes. The update is already available on Google Play.

Source: Google Play

A new version of Cortana for Android OS is reminiscent of the days … – iXBT.com

Microsoft has released a new version of voice assistant Cortana for Android OS. In version 1.9.12 there are several new features, including reminders for birthdays.

Data on the birthdays of the assistant reads from the database Outlook Calendar. By the way, another innovation in Cortana 1.9.12 for Android — support connecting to multiple calendars. There are other changes and bug fixes. The update is already available on Google Play.

Source: Google Play

A new version of Cortana for Android reminds you of birthdays – iXBT.com

Microsoft has released a new version of voice assistant Cortana for Android OS. In version 1.9.12 there are several new features, including reminders for birthdays.

Data on the birthdays of the assistant reads from the database Outlook Calendar. By the way, another innovation in Cortana 1.9.12 for Android — support connecting to multiple calendars. There are other changes and bug fixes. The update is already available on Google Play.

Source: Google Play

Choose compact android tablet of the upper price segment Overclockers.ru

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last week we looked at the market cheap compact android tablets. The findings were disappointing: manufacturers almost “scored” on this segment and not in a hurry to produce new products, so the choice was very poor. Perhaps the situation with more expensive models better?

In our new tutorial we clarify this point, having considered the suggestions of famous brands. Let many of them no longer newbies in the market, but their filling is even with the elapsed time can still compete with other modern hardware platforms.

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0

Among compact Android flagships you can not go past Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 (this year we tested his older brother Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 SM-T810, which uses a similar stuffing).

the Manufacturer calls Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 is the world’s thinnest tablet: the thickness is only 5.6 mm. the weight of just 265-272 g, depending on version. However, the battery capacity is only 4000 mAh.

In General, the filling Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 definitely deserves respect. In a compact model used eight-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1536 x 2048 pixels, a friend on Samsung Galaxy Note 4 OCTA-core Exynos 5433 chip with powerful graphics Mali-T760 MP6 and 3 GB of RAM.

To 32 or 64 GB built-in storage can add up to 256 GB on the map microSD. The resolution of the camera is 8.0 megapixel and 2.1.

the Average price of Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 in Russia is 30 000 rubles, but there are more attractive offers.

ASUS

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580CA

Another from a tablet in our collection is ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580CA.

Camera ASUS stands out on a number of parameters. First, it is very attractive in appearance: on the back side of used metal and imitation leather. Secondly, it has already 4 GB of RAM and a resolution eight-inch screen is 2048 x 1536 pixels.

Not disappoint, and the rest. Processor Intel Atom Z3580 not be called a novelty, but it still demonstrates quite a steady level of performance, and the graphics are PowerVR G6430 cope with any toy. To 64 GB internal memory you can add a microSD card up to 256GB.

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580CA uses the battery capacity of 2900 mAh and a camera resolution of 8.0 and 5.0 megapixels.

At the end our review ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580CA left a positive impression. We praised the screen quality and performance, a fault can be only to a modest camera and no slot for a SIM card.

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580CA can be bought for 20 000 rubles.

Microsoft Solitaire Collection launched for Android and iOS – ITbukva (press release)

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the Most popular game in the world of solitaire is now available on mobile platforms. Microsoft has announced that its Solitaire Collection is now available for download on Android and iOS for free, reports ITbukva.com.

since this meeting, you will have the opportunity to play in several variations of solitaire. According to Microsoft, five of the best card game of Solitaire is now available for Android and iOS users: Klondike, Spider, Freecell, Pyramid and Tri peaks.

in addition, Solitaire Collection comes with daily quests, which allow you to place guaranteed solvable tasks every day in all five game modes. These daily quests have multiple levels of difficulty and offer rewards based on those levels.

If you really want to play on “professional” level, you can even benefit from the integration of Xbox Live. This means that you can log in with your Gamertag or Xbox Live using your Microsoft account and earn achievements and game points for Xbox.

the Integration of Xbox Live allows players to compete with friends, and continue playing on any device: iPhone, IPad and Android, as the data on progress and games are saved in the cloud.

so, if you want functions such as saving data in the cloud, or the ability to compete with friends, you need a Xbox Live account, which is available free of charge.

Keep in mind that while the game is available for free, it contains advertising content. Microsoft offers players Android and iOS with one free month Premium Edition (worth $ 1.99), which does not include advertising, improves the game and double coins for all everyday tasks.

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Several strange devices Nokia to Android lit up in Geekbench – Mobiltelefon.Ru

November 25, 2016, 00:06

it is not far off the Mobile World Congress, which shows Android smartphones under the Nokia brand. It is expected that among them will be the flagship device with 2K screen and Zeiss optics, it is also likely that the exhibition will be announced mainstream device Nokia D1C. In addition they should be presented, and other Android smartphones of the revived brand. Today, the Network leaked the results of testing several Nokia devices in Geekbench, and they raise many questions.

the First tested was the Nokia Pixel. The device is running Android 7.0.1 Nougat, while its hardware platform is specified 2-core SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 with a frequency of 1.19 GHz. Supplements such a “powerful” chipset, 1 GB of RAM.

Second in the list was a device codenamed Nokia Ara. It is noteworthy that more than two years ago the smartphone with the code name already lit in one of the insider @evleaks. Then the device had no information, but a new leak clarifies details – gadget running Android Lollipop 5.1.1 also built on the Snapdragon 200 chipset has 1 GB of RAM and shows similar test results as Nokia Pixel.

Closes the list of the unusual smartphone devices Genymotion Nokia C2-00 PureView. This device is equipped with a significantly more powerful SoC Intel Pentium G3220. According to this benchmark single core processor with a clock speed of 2.99 GHz. It is noteworthy that in reality it’s a Pentium G3220 2-core x86 processor for office and business solutions. In addition to this chip Nokia C2-00 PureView got 1.5 GB of RAM. Apparently, tampering techniques in Geekbench takes hold, a growing number of users, which means that soon leaks it can lose its value.

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“Solitaire” from Microsoft appeared on iOS and Android Lenta.ru

the implementation of the solitaire from Microsoft for the first time in history reached beyond the Windows platforms, according to Kotaku.

the Release of Microsoft Solitaire Collection took place on iOS and Android. The kit includes five solitaire games: Klondike, Spider solitaire, classic solitaire, Pyramid and FreeCell. Set free to download but includes in-game advertising.

the Software implementation of the solitaire, which is part of the standard delivery of Microsoft Windows starting with version 3.0 appeared in 1990. The game was created as a mild form of training users to work with mouse and graphic interface of your operating system. Solitaire is included in the standard build of all Microsoft Windows operating systems except Windows 8.

Microsoft has released a solitaire game for iOS and Android – RBC

Microsoft has released the Microsoft Solitaire Collection for iOS and Android, containing card game “Spider solitaire”, “Pyramid” and “Klondike”. As noted by The Verge, the game that existed in Windows for over 25 years, first became available outside the operating system.

Also in Microsoft Solitaire Collection integrated Xbox Live, which will allow you to play with friends and earn various achievements.

the App is free, but for users it is also available a premium version. If you install before the end of December a premium account can be used free of charge during the month, in the future it will cost $ 1.99 per month.

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the Klondike Solitaire included in the standard delivery of Microsoft Windows since 1990. The game is not part of the preinstalled software operating system Windows 8, released in 2012, but returned to Windows 10.

on October 26, Microsoft released update Windows 10, which will be available for users in spring 2017. The main innovation — an updated version of the standard program Paint, which for the first time in its history will allow you to create 3D graphics without special professional skills. Created three-dimensional models can be printed on a 3D printer.

The final version came out Android 7.1 Developer Preview – Ferra

Google released the final version of the preview of Android updates Nougat 7.1 for developers. Recall that Android Nougat 7.1 working new smartphones Pixel and Pixel XL, Google announced in early October.

Developer Preview 2 is a release candidate for Android 7.1.1 and precedes the direct release Android updates for 7.1.1 users. Developers can use this Assembly for testing and bridging the last of the glitter on their apps before the final release. The interface and the behavior of the system close to the final, the last discovered bug fixes and optimization of system and Google apps is completed.

Update Android 7.1.1 Nougat Developer Preview 2 is available for download on the Nexus 5X, 6P Nexus, Nexus 9 (wifi and LTE), and the Pixel C. Previously, Google said that the update to Android 7.1.1 Nougat will be available in December 2016 for the Nexus 6, Nexus 5X, 6P Nexus, Nexus Player, Nexus 9, Pixel C, General Mobile 4G (Android One) as well as Pixel and Pixel XL.

7.1 innovations Android Developer Preview Android developers allocate API to create shortcuts to individual functions of applications, support for keyboards with pictures, gifs, animations, stickers and other media content the ability for apps to send user to settings to clear the memory round icons for applications like smartphones Pixel, the extended metadata for “live Wallpaper”. Also added platform support Daydream of virtual reality.