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[ad_1] WhatsApp and other chat platforms could soon be the target of hackers trying steal personal data.Dave Snelling Technology Editor11:55, 20 Nov 2025Updated 11:57, 20 Nov 2025WhatsApp update(Image: GETTY)Anyone using WhatsApp, Telegram, or Signal on Android devices needs to be on red alert and aware of a new bug that may soon start targeting these popular devices. A new threat – called Sturnus – has just been confirmed by the team at Threat Fabric, and those infected could find their most private chats viewed and exposed by cyber crooks.The worrying new Trojan, first spotted by MTI Security researchers, is fully…

[ad_1] UK homes are being warned about the financial dangers of streaming Sky and other premium services without permission.Dave Snelling Technology Editor08:54, 17 Nov 2025Sky TV warning (Image: SKY • GETTY)Streaming Sky and other premium platforms illegally continues to rise in popularity and it’s hardly surprising. UK homes are looking for ways to save money and switching to a so-called ‘dodgy’ Fire TV Stick or other adapted set-top boxes offers a very cheap way of tuning into content such as sports and movies.However, although it may look tempting, moving to illegal streaming platforms can end up leaving homes with a very…

[ad_1] People can take free action to stop information about them from appearing onlinePeople might not want certain things appearing about them online(Image: GETTY)If Googling your own name reveals some details about yourself that you’d rather keep private, there is a way to stop that from being broadcast on the internet for people to see. Experts at Which? have highlighted a free privacy tool that could help millions of people protect private data.Google’s ‘Results About You’ tool can help you request the removal of certain content and information online that appears in search engine results. People can take control of…

[ad_1] The worst passwords for being cracked have just been announced, and it’s time to make some changes if yours appears on the list.Dave Snelling Technology Editor09:40, 19 Nov 2025This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreWorld Password Day(Image: GETTY)With numerous online accounts to manage, it’s no surprise that many of us opt for easy-to-remember passwords. Sadly, falling into the trap of using codes that are too simple or weak can leave accounts vulnerable to attack from cybercriminals.Despite numerous warnings, it still seems that some continue to use passwords…

[ad_1] WhatsApp has confirmed it’s bringing back a much-loved upgrade.Dave Snelling Technology Editor09:57, 21 Nov 2025WhatsApp users had trouble connecting to the app and sending messages(Image: WHATSAPP)WhatsApp is rolling out a major update this week, bringing back a familiar feature with a fresh twist. It’s called About, and longtime users may remember an earlier version of it which was available right near the beginning of the chat app’s life.According to WhatsApp, the revival of About is aimed at giving people a quick, simple way to share what’s going on in their lives.“Today we’re reintroducing and improving About, making it more…

[ad_1] Hundreds of Android apps infected with SlopAds ad fraud malware have been removed from the Google Play store after they were downloaded over 38 million times – with users being warned to delete themEilidh Farquhar Trainee Trends, Showbiz and Lifestyle Writer, Benedict Tetzlaff-Deas News Reporter and David Snelling19:49, 26 Nov 2025Android users have been warned about a new security threat to their devices (file photo)(Image: SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)Cyber criminals are once again targeting Android devices in a bid to trick unsuspecting victims into handing over their personal and financial information.Users are being urged to remove apps that…

[ad_1] Freeview and Sky have a new rival called the PLEIO Puck that’s powered by Freely.Dave Snelling Technology Editor15:28, 24 Nov 2025Updated 15:29, 24 Nov 2025Meet the PLEIO Puck(Image: NETGEM)There’s no doubt streaming has become the future of television. Sky has poured serious investment into this latest technology, with products like Sky Glass and the Sky Stream box proving hugely popular in the UK. Their big appeal is simplicity — just connect to your Wi-Fi, and you can be viewing shows, sports and movies without the fuss of engineer visits or dishes being drilled into the chimney. Sky still leads…

[ad_1] Phone expert Chris Hall has crunched the numbers on the iPhone 17 Pro – and shoppers could save hundreds with the right dealThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreThe iPhone 17 Pro is Apple’s top model and shoppers these are the best deals.(Image: )We’re well into the Black Friday sales, and stores are lining up loads of deals and discounts. The good news is that there are lots of great discounts, but the bad news is that those discounts are not always on what you want to…

[ad_1] More than 1,000 shoppers have bought the tablet in the last 30-daysThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreShoppers get 32 GB of storage and up to 1 TB of expandable storage (Image: Argos )Savvy shoppers after a thoughtful Christmas gift this year may not have to hold out for much longer with Argos’ Black Friday deals. The Amazon Fire HD 8 8 Inch 32GB Wi-Fi Tablet has been cut in price.Now £39.99 down from £99.99, the deal saves shoppers a huge 60%. Also available in green or…

[ad_1] O2 has issued an urgent alert this week ahead of the big Black Friday shopping event.Dave Snelling Technology Editor10:29, 25 Nov 2025O2 warning(Image: GETTY)A major week of shopping is just days away, with Black Friday 2025 officially beginning on Friday, November 28. While the big sales are great for bargain hunters and shoppers looking for a saving, this yearly event also brings increased risk for consumers, and not being on high alert could be costly. Cybercriminals often use the Black Friday rush to take advantage and cash in, with crooks sending out convincing text-message scams in a bid to…