Alert: A threat is looming over 100 crore Android users! Do this immediately to stay safe..

When we buy a new smartphone, our attention is often focused on its price, features, battery, and camera. But we often overlook a crucial aspect: software support. According to the latest data from StatCounter, more than 60% of Android users worldwide are still running older versions (such as Android 13 or earlier). This means that approximately 1 billion people are using devices that no longer receive new security patches or updates from Google.

Why are monthly updates important?
In the world of the internet, hackers find new ways to breach security every day. Zimperium's 2025 Global Mobile Threat Report indicates that the lack of security updates leaves phones vulnerable to exploits that allow criminals to steal your data. For example, in December 2025, Google released patches to fix 107 vulnerabilities in Android. 40% of these were critical vulnerabilities that could give someone complete control of your phone. However, users of older Android phones did not receive these fixes, making them easy targets.

The significant security difference between Apple and Android
In terms of security, Apple's ecosystem has proven to be quite robust. According to data, approximately 90% of active iPhones worldwide are always equipped with the latest software and security updates. In contrast, only about 10% of iPhone users are on older versions. This significant difference makes iPhones considerably more secure than Android phones. Apple continues to provide updates for its older models for many years, while many Android companies sell budget phones and then abandon them in terms of software support.

Things to keep in mind when buying a new phone
If you are planning to buy a new Android phone, don't just focus on the attractive features. Ensure that the company promises at least 3 to 4 years of security updates and at least 2 years of operating system upgrades. In today's digital age, where everything from banking to personal memories is stored on our phones, security is not a luxury but a necessity. Investing in a secure phone is one of the smartest decisions you can make to protect your personal data and your future.

Here's what you should do to stay safe:
Go to your Android phone's settings and try updating the OS version.
If a new OS version is available for your phone, update it without delay.
Also, if you have installed any apps from outside the Play Store, uninstall them immediately.

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