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Google hit with antitrust complaint over banned privacy app

The Disconnect app is still running on Apple’s iOS. Disconnect Already under investigation by regulators in Europe, a new complaint against Google claims its ban of one privacy application violates antitrust regulations. Disconnect, the maker of a privacy app that stops surreptitious user tracking and malicious advertising, filed a complaint with the European Union on …

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Apple’s event could be time for more than a Watch

This CNET Update is jammin’ with news on the Apple Watch, Net neutrality, Google Play Music… and two old-school homies from Funkotron: Now playing: Watch this: Apple’s event could be time for more than a Watch 3:00 Read more on the stories featured in this tech-news roundup: Apple invites us to apple-invites-press-to-march-9-spring-forward-event LG unveils the first 4G smartwatch , and …

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Android now scans apps for malware after installation

Google’s Verify Apps malware protection for Android is rolling out an update that will constantly monitor apps for suspicious behaviour. (Credit: Google) Google has amped up the protection from malicious apps with an update to its Verify Apps feature for Android smartphones. Previously, the feature would only perform a one-time scan on apps being installed from outside Google Play to …

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Should malware risks factor into the iPhone vs. Android debate?

As Google’s Android operating system gains momentum in the smartphone market, some long-time Apple iPhone fans are considering a switch to Android. But should these former iPhone fans worry that Android alternatives won’t be as secure? With cyberattacks and malicious apps targeting Android smartphones increasing in frequency, some former Apple devotees are nervous about making the switch. In this edition …

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You can now update, uninstall Android apps via Google Play site

The opening keynote for Google I/O 2012 just wrapped up, complete with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, the Nexus 7 tablet, the Nexus Q and an insane Google Glass product demo. Related stories Google’s Pixel Watch Will Reportedly Cost $350+ Best Home Security Cameras of 2022 Here’s How to Turn Your Old Android or iPhone Into a Security Camera for Free …

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