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Android malware rises threefold in second quarter

Malware on Googles Android platform has risen threefold in the second quarter of this year, with nearly 15,000 new malware added to Kaspersky Labs database.

The rapid growth of Android in the booming smartphone arena has not come without its price, as hackers and cybercriminals now view it as an increasingly profitable target, leading to more than 14,900 new malicious programs during the three-month period.49 percent of these are multi-functional trojans, which steal data from mobile phones, including contact names, email addresses and telephone numbers, but they can also download more software from servers they are connected to, presenting an even greater threat to mobile users.A quarter of the malware on Android are SMS trojans, which steal money from users credit or adds to their bill by texting messages to premium-rate numbers without alerting the owner of the device. Often times these are only found out long after a large amount of money has been stolen, and Kaspersky Lab has detected a rise in use of such tactics, with at least 47 countries reporting incidents.18 percent of Android malware are backdoors, which give hackers full access to the device, allowing them to be used as part of a botnet.Just two percent of Android threats are trojan spy programs, but Kaspersky Lab said that these are the biggest threat, as they hunt out valuable information that can give access to users bank accounts.“In the near future, we expect not only more malware, but more effective and dangerous malware targeting Android,” said Yuri Namestnikov, Senior Malware Analyst at Kaspersky Lab. “Judging from existing trends, we should expect that cybercriminals will soon shift to more personalised attacks. This is primarily about malware hunting for confidential data with which to steal money from users’ credit cards.”With Android likely to grow even further in the coming years, users will need to stop seeing their smartphone as just a phone and more like their home computer – which needs regularly updated anti-virus software and a healthy dose of security common sense.

Apple to make official iPhone 5 announcement on September 12

An anonymous source has reported that Apple may unveil the latest iPhone on September 12. The iPhone 5 will be Apple’s next flagship smartphone, which is rumored to have a larger screen, thinner dimension, and better overall processing power.

A supposed leak of a fully assembled iPhone was found earlier, but it was unconfirmed whether the smuggled device was the real deal.

The iPhone 5’s official announcement is perhaps Silicon Valley’s most anticipated news of the year, and its almost a no brainer that Apple will take advantage of the increase holidays spending to boost sales of their cash cow device.

The anonymous source also said that the September 12 date might change; so don’t get excited just yet.

We’ll know in about a month and a half whether or not Apple decides to lift the lid on their next-gen smartphone. We have our calendar circled and will keep you posted.

Source: iMore

ASUS Eee PC 1004DN

Versatile, Intuitive and Elegant. These are the qualities found in the latest ultraportable Eee PC™ 1004DN mobile internet device which provides mobile computing flexibility through intuitive interfaces and input methods.

The1004DN is the first in the Eee PC™ range to feature a Super-Multi optical disc drive, enabling users to read and write optical discs for convenient data back-ups. An Express Card slot provides expansion capabilities, along with plug-and-play compatibility and auto-configuration access. It also has an ergonomic keyboard to provide users with a more comfortable typing experience.

The Eee PC 1004DN sportsa 10-inch LCD display that supports 720p high definition playback for more vibrant and vivid visuals, andfeatures a multi-touch touchpad for intuitive and interactive control over multimedia playback, or surfing the Internet without using a mouse.

With a digital array microphone and a built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam,userscan communicate with their family and friendseasily, while an intuitive software suite with applications such as EzMessenger lets users synchronize data and communicate with their friends without an Internet connection.

The 1004DN offersASUS Data Security System (ADSM) which allows users to log-on using their fingerprints. Not only does it recognize multiple fingerprints belonging to the same user, it also allows him or her to encrypt a single folder with the same security system. 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth® connection allow for faster Internet connectivity and pairing to other Bluetooth®-enabled devices respectively. Helping users enjoy more entertainment and surf the Internet is SHE, which intelligently monitors energy usage and helps extend the battery lifespan up to 5.9 hours.

Source: ASUS

Specifications

Display

10-inch wide active matrix LED backlight TFT, WSVGA (1024x600), 252K colors max

Dimensions

277mm x 194mm x 27.4-34mm

Weight

1.45kg with HDD (with 6-cell battery and ODD)

Battery

Li-Ion 57.72WHrs - 6 cells, 5200mAh

Processor

Intel® N280 1.66GHz Processor with 512k L2 Cache

FSB 667MHz 2.5W TBP thermal

Chipset

Intel GN40

ICH9Mb (Integrated GMA 4500M graphics core)

Main Memory

1 x SODIMM socket for expansion up to 2GB DDRII DRAM

Storage

Up to 1.8-inch PATA 120GB, 4200 RPM

Communications

Built-in Bluetooth® v2.1 module

802.11n

support Antenna x 2

Camera

1.3-megapixel

Microphone

Array Mic

Keyboard

Keyboard: W:254mm chiclet type

Audio

Hi-Definition Audio CODEC

Built-in high quality stereo speakers