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Something as totally benign as a security update is being turned into a way to install malware on Android devices. Cybersecurity firm Cert NZ (via TechRadar) reports that a malicious app, known as FluBot, is being spread over Android handsets using a text messages. The texts are about a parcel delivery, or could state that a photo of the recipient have been uploaded.Either way, the goal of the text is to get the unsuspecting victim to click on an attached link that will ask that the recipient install an app or an security update. The irony of that is rather…

After being grounded by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) investigation last month, space tourism company Virgin Galactic has now been cleared to resume its space flights. The FAA was investigating what happened on the flight which carried Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson to the edge of space on July 11 this year. During that flight, the craft VSS Unity veered off course and a caution light was illuminated, according to a report in the New Yorker. The flight took off and landed safely, but the report raised concerns about the safety of the flight for those on board. The FAA…

An uncrewed SpaceX Cargo Dragon craft has returned from the International Space Station (ISS), splashing down off the coast of Florida. The Cargo Dragon contained scientific research from experiments that were performed on the space station, which are now being distributed to researchers from the Kennedy Space Center’s Space Station Processing Facility. As the Crew Dragon arrived back to Earth late on Thursday, September 30, it was captured in this stunning photo shared by SpaceX: Dragon reenters Earth’s atmosphere before splashing down off the coast of Florida – completing the fifth reentry of a Dragon spacecraft this year pic.twitter.com/3NDt1MuVKK —…

Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. Thinking about switching carriers and hoping to score a new phone at a discount while you’re at it? Verizon always has some juicy offers on tap for new and existing customers, so there’s never been a better time to make the jump and/or upgrade your phone service. This is also far and away one of the best ways to save big on new flagship phones like Apple’s iPhone 13, so if you’re after some brand-name smartphone deals (or even a free smartphone), read on: We’ve got all…

Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. If you do a lot of high-volume printing, whether it’s for a small business or a large office with lots of people, a good laser printer can be a big time- and money-saver. In contrast to traditional inkjets, laser printers excel at putting out a lot of sharp prints and doing it very quickly (and for less cost per page than inkjet printers). Today’s laser printers also boast features like wireless connectivity, color output, and even refillable toner tanks on a few models to save you…

Most people probably see Dell as a suit-and-tie type of brand, but this decades-old industry icon has more than proven that an old dog can learn new tricks. Today, some of the sleekest, slimmest, lightest, and most bleeding-edge laptops and 2-in-1s bear the Dell name, and best among these is the vaunted XPS lineup which has stood among our favorites for years. These featherweight ultrabooks come at a price, but if you’re after what might be the best Windows laptops and want to save some cash, we can help you out with this hand-picked list of the best Dell XPS…

Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. The future of cable internet is fiber-optic, and Verizon has been at the forefront of rolling out this burgeoning technology. And, as one of the biggest network service providers in the country, Verizon is almost always offering exclusive deals and offers to attract new customers. That means that if Verizon Fios is available in your area and you’re looking to upgrade your home or office internet (and possibly save even more by bundling TV and landline phone service along with it), there’s never a bad time…

Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. If you’re thinking of diving into the wide and magical world of 3D printing, there’s never been a better time to do so. This large and growing hobby is more accessible than ever, with excellent affordable 3D printers readily available along with a plethora of websites and online communities ready to welcome the uninitiated. But whether you’re new to this technology and are shopping for your first printer or you’re already a seasoned veteran looking to take your setup to the next level, our roundup of the…

Everybody knows best buy as a go-to big-box outlet for electronics, but today, you don’t have to grab your car keys and head out to the store to score a great bargain. That’s because Best Buy has a huge online catalog you can shop right from the comfort of your home and this retailer runs deals year-round. If you’re specifically in need of a new computer, then Best Buy needs to be high on your list, and to help you cut right to the chase (and save hundreds of dollars), we’ve got a hand-picked half-dozen of the best cheap Best…

The age of mobile technology has run hand-in-hand with the age of wireless connectivity, and the vast majority of internet users today rely on Wi-Fi to access online sites and services. That means that most of us connect to wireless routers on a daily basis. And while buying a router might not be as exciting as shopping for  gaming deals or laptop deals, owning your own has numerous benefits. A good router can ensure you’re actually getting the internet speeds you’re paying for, give you more control over your local network, and even liberate you from ISP equipment rental fees…