"Due to reports that some Star 9500 smartphones are loaded with spyware, eBay is not allowing the sale of these devices as a precautionary measure," a spokesman told the BBC.
"A German security firm reported on Tuesday that the Android-powered Star N9500 sent personal data to a computer server in China, adding that the Trojan could not be removed."
"Unbeknownst to the user, the smartphone sends personal data to a server located in China and is able to covertly install additional applications.This makes it possible to retrieve personal data, intercept calls and online banking data, read emails and text messages or control the camera and microphone remotely."
Blimey - just read this article - bit too close to home for me as i was trying to persuade my youngest to go for this due to the cost difference, for once i backed down - how glad am i that i did!
Not sure if anyone is looking or has one of these but i'd do some more research !
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