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Over a million dodgy boxes can hack your home

November 10, 2026 · 32 min

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One in five Irish households uses a dodgy box to watch premium sport and films, but could that bargain be putting your entire home network at risk?

A Google security investigation has uncovered millions of Android devices with hidden backdoors, potentially exposing personal information and financial details.

Adrian is joined by Katie Byrne, presenter of the Money Talks podcast, to examine the threat. Plus, Apple's first touchscreen MacBook Pro gets a hands on review. Is it worth the hefty price tag?

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