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More than 90 Google Play Android apps identified with malware that steals your banking information - many already affected (5.5 million downloads)
AppWizard
February 2, 2025

More than 90 Google Play Android apps identified with malware that steals your banking information – many already affected (5.5 million downloads)

Over 90 malicious Android applications were found on Google Play, including the banking trojan Anatsa, which has contributed to 5.5 million downloads across these apps. Google removed the identified apps from the Play Store after the report, which highlighted that Anatsa targets over 650 financial institutions. Two infected apps, disguised as PDF and QR code readers, had over 70,000 downloads before being reported. Anatsa operates stealthily, stealing banking information while appearing as benign applications. Other malware threats on Google Play include Joker, Facestealer, and Coper. Users are advised to be cautious when downloading apps and to scrutinize requested permissions. The two Anatsa-infected apps are no longer available, and the developers have been banned. Google Play Protect helps safeguard users by removing known malicious apps.
Confirmed - Over 90 Android apps on Google Play steal your banking information - check this list before it's too late
AppWizard
November 13, 2024

Confirmed – Over 90 Android apps on Google Play steal your banking information – check this list before it’s too late

Over 90 malicious Android applications, including a Trojan named Anatsa, have infiltrated the Google Play Store, affecting more than 5.5 million devices. Anatsa, also known as "TeaBot," has disguised itself as benign applications such as PDF and QR code readers, photography tools, and health and fitness apps, managing to evade Google’s review filters. Google has removed these malicious applications, which had accumulated over 70,000 downloads before their removal. Anatsa targets over 650 financial institutions and employs techniques to remain hidden while siphoning off sensitive banking information. Two notable disguised applications are “PDF Reader and File Manager” by Tsarka Watchfaces and “QR Reader and File Manager” by risovanul.
Here's how Health Connect will back up your health and fitness data
AppWizard
November 13, 2024

Here’s how Health Connect will back up your health and fitness data

Google has introduced a backup and restore feature in the Health Connect app, allowing users to export their health and fitness data to Google Drive or other cloud storage providers. This feature addresses the previous lack of backup options, enabling users to safeguard their data when losing devices or transitioning to new ones. The backup and restore menu is located within the Health Connect settings, allowing for scheduled exports on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis, stored in a ZIP file at a user-chosen location. However, early testing has revealed that some exported files may be empty. The feature is available on devices running Android 14 and later, as well as the latest version of the Health Connect app compatible with Android 9 or later. Feedback from users is encouraged to improve the experience.
Fitbit app downloaded over 100 million times on Google Play Store
AppWizard
September 27, 2024

Fitbit app downloaded over 100 million times on Google Play Store

The Fitbit Android app has surpassed 100 million downloads in the Google Play Store since its launch on March 16, 2012. It serves as a companion application for Fitbit smartwatches and trackers, available on Android phones and tablets. The app includes features for the latest models, such as widgets and live wallpapers, and extends functionality to the Wear OS platform for the Pixel Watch. A recent interface update introduced new metrics like sleep quality and heart rate. Users are awaiting a dark theme, initially expected in October 2023, which may coincide with a comprehensive redesign of the app. The Google Fit app has also reached 100 million downloads. Looking ahead to 2024, Fitbit plans additional updates, including a revamped settings design and integration of Health Connect, along with an AI-powered feature from Fitbit Labs to enhance user interaction with health data.
How to Delete the Health Data Your Android Is Tracking | Lifehacker
AppWizard
August 2, 2024

How to Delete the Health Data Your Android Is Tracking | Lifehacker

Android phones can independently monitor health metrics through applications like Google Fit and Samsung Health, tracking activities such as steps taken, active minutes, and calories burned. Google Fit uses Health Connect to manage health data locally on the smartphone, ensuring encryption, while data synchronized to the cloud is not end-to-end encrypted. Samsung Health also stores data locally with encryption via Knox technology, and offers cloud storage options that are not end-to-end encrypted, though an Enhanced Data Protection mode is available for Samsung Galaxy S24 series users. Users can check and manage their health data tracking preferences in both applications, including options to delete data or stop tracking specific metrics.
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