Android Lollipop 5.1 is out for some Nexus phones, and it comes with an anti-theft kill switch. Now you can use Android Device Protection to freeze your phone if it’s lost or stolen.
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But surely “export grade” means HIGHER quality? 60 Sec Security [VIDEO]
The latest episode of our weekly security news video… …all in just 60 seconds, as usual.
Gazon – the Android virus that SMSes everyone
The Android SMS virus “Gazon” sends itself to everyone in your contact list – including your friends, your mum… …and your customers. Not a good look.
Google quietly drops promised encryption by default for Android Lollipop
Google has confirmed reports: that sweet encryption-by-default it promised for Android Lollipop left a sour taste when it came to device performance. 
What’s SUPER and helps you to PHISH, sorry, FISH? 60 Sec Security [VIDEO]
Here’s our weekly news roundup – from Superfish to Super Spectacles. It’s amusing, informative, and only takes a minute – enjoy!
WhatsApp issues 24 hour ban for WhatsApp Plus users
WhatsApp has started giving out day-long bans to those using a third party Android app to send and receive messages through its service.
SSCC 181 – The Security Duel: “Bug reports at 15 paces” [PODCAST]
Microsoft vs. Google – Google vs. Users – Hackers vs. US Army – the fight is on in the latest episode of our weekly security podcast! Enjoy…
Google flushes 61% of Android users down the security toilet
Apparently, pre-KitKat Androids, which currently account for 61% of devices out there, will no longer get web browser security fixes. You are welcome to send in vulnerabilities, but you’d better send a patch at the same time…
Android Lollipop 5.0.2 is out, but some Nexus users are still stuck on KitKat
Android Lollipop 5.0.2 is out – but don’t get too excited. So far, firmware images are available for just one model in Google’s Nexus family.
From Facebook, through iPhones and Androids, to Macs – make the safest start to 2015!
Are you looking to turn over a new security leaf yourself in 2015, or trying to convince your friends and family to do so? Here are some great places to start…