Google Alert: Google has recently issued a serious warning for smartphone users across the world, which has increased the concern of Android phone users.

Google recently issued a serious warning to smartphone users worldwide, raising concerns among Android phone users. According to the company, millions of users are vulnerable to dangerous malware and spyware attacks on their phones. If precautions are not taken in time, personal data, photos, videos, and important information could fall into the hands of cybercriminals.

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The biggest reason for this warning is outdated Android operating systems. According to reports, smartphones running Android 13 or older are most vulnerable. A large number of people worldwide still use such devices. It is estimated that approximately 40 percent of smartphones are still running on older Android systems, reaching nearly one billion. Regular security updates are no longer released for these devices, making them much easier for hackers to breach.

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By Android version, the latest version, Android 16, has only reached a small number of users. Android 15 is also running on a limited number of phones. In comparison, Android 14 and Android 13 are still widely used. Overall, only slightly more than half of smartphones are currently considered safe, while the remaining devices are potentially vulnerable.

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In this situation, the most important step for users is to update their phone's operating system immediately. If your smartphone is running an older Android version and is no longer receiving updates, it could become an easy target for hackers. Such phones are at risk of having their personal information stolen, which could be used for deception, blackmail, or major fraud.

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Smartphone companies typically offer security updates for a limited period of time. Most brands provide update support for four to five years, after which it's safe to replace the phone. However, some premium companies like Samsung and Google are now promising seven years of security updates for their new flagship phones. In contrast, support for mid-range and budget smartphones is typically limited to three to four years.

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In such a situation, if you want to protect your data and privacy, neglecting your old phone can prove costly. Timely software updates or purchasing a new smartphone if necessary are the most reliable ways to protect yourself from this growing cyber threat.