Category Archives: devices

Blu will change Software on cheap chinese phones

Posted on 2016-12-04 by guenni

Last month security firm Kryptowire discovered some "telemetry" functions within Android ROMs, provided by chinese firm  Adups, shipped on cheap china phones ($50), shipped by Miami based vendor Blu. The phone was sending data to a server in China. Blu … Continue reading →

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Multiple vulnerabilities in Android AirDroid app

Posted on 2016-12-02 by guenni

AirDroid is a popular Android app used by over 50 million users to remote access devices. But security researchers from Zimperium found multiple vulnerabilities and recommend uninstalling this app.

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German eco warns: Smart Home systems are not safe

Posted on 2016-11-24 by guenni

[German]The Internet of Things (IoT) enables you to set up a smart home in which you can remotely control your door locks, lights, thermostats, and many other things via Internet, using your smartphone and an app. But is this environment … Continue reading →

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HP: New printer firmware re-enables refill ink cartridges

Posted on 2016-10-13 by guenni

[German]After a shit storm HP has released a new firmware update for its Office Jet printer, that re-enables third party refill ink cartriges.

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Google introduces Pixel phones and more devices

Posted on 2016-10-05 by guenni

Yesterday Google has announced several new products at a press event. Two new Pixel smartphones, a VR head set, Google Home smart speakers, 4K Chromecast Ultra and Google WiFi. Here is a short overview.

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