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Today, Google has introduced an upgraded fraud protection feature under Google Play Protect for all Android users in Malaysia. The move is part of a broader effort to combat rising financial scams by preventing the installation of potentially harmful apps, particularly those installed outside official app stores. The rollout is supported by the National Cyber Security Agency under the National Security Council, reinforcing a coordinated national push to improve digital safety.

WhatsApp is set to phase out support for older Android devices later this year, as part of its ongoing effort to maintain performance and introduce newer features. The change will take effect on 8 September 2026, impacting users running outdated versions of the Android operating system.

A survey by SellCell found that consumer loyalty to Apple continues to increase, with 96.4% of iPhone users expecting to stay with the same brand for their next purchase. So, what should you know about it?

Today, Nothing has introduced a new file transfer solution called Nothing Warp, aimed at simplifying how users move files, links, and content between devices. The app is designed to eliminate the need for traditional methods such as email, messaging apps, or cables, offering a faster and more seamless way to transfer data across platforms.

A new report from Counterpoint Research highlights a major shift in the smartphone landscape, with “accessible flagship” devices emerging as the sweet spot for consumers in 2026. These devices, typically priced below ultra-premium flagships but packed with high-end features, are gaining traction globally and increasingly influencing buying trends in markets like Malaysia.

Up until late last year in 2025, I used my phone and Samsung Dex as my only computer, but Samsung decided to stop supporting it partially. This wrecked my workflow, but the good news is that a similar Android 16 Desktop mode is now natively available on Pixel 8 and above devices. Is it good enough yet? Read on to find out.

Android is now taking steps to balance platform openness with user security by introducing a developer verification system and the "Advanced Flow" feature for sideloading applications. That said, what should you know about it?

RHB Bank announced that the RHB Mobile Banking application will no longer support devices running Android 10 and below and iOS 15 and below starting 1 June 2026. So, what should you know about it?

HONOR has expanded its AI device ecosystem, becoming the first smartphone brand to enable direct, seamless cross-OS connectivity between its latest flagship devices with iPhone, iPad, and Mac hardware. Unveiled at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026, this integration redefines productivity by bridging the gap between HONOR and Apple ecosystems.

This year's Google Pixel 10a features the same Tensor G4 chipset as last year's Pixel 9a, with the same initial 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. However, priced at RM2299, it is RM400 less than the Pixel 9a, which was released at RM2699 in Malaysia. Is it just an incremental upgrade, or does it offer more than just that? Find out in our full review of the Google Pixel 10a below.