5 Reasons You Should Keep Your Phone Updated
Phone OS updates always seem to come at the worst possible time.
It might seem harmless to tap “Remind me later,” but what you’re really doing is allowing cybercriminals to exploit known vulnerabilities in your iPhone or Android device.
Patching known security issues is the most important reason to keep your phone updated, but updates also improve app compatibility, phone performance and implement new features.
We’re not talking about keeping your apps updated — though that’s important too — we’re specifically talking about your phone’s operating system.
Let’s discuss five reasons why it’s important to keep your phone up to date.
1. Security
The No. 1 reason Apple and Android release phone updates is to patch known vulnerabilities and keep your phone secure.
Security updates protect you against malware, viruses and other cybersecurity attacks. Attackers exploit these known vulnerabilities to steal your sensitive data, like login credentials, emails and photos.
Dismissing updates means your organization’s data could be compromised if you use your personal phone to check work emails or send Teams messages.
2. App Compatibility
Phone updates also improve compatibility with other apps. Without those updates, you might not be able to run apps like Outlook and Teams or access all their features.
And yes, it is possible for new phone updates to break your favorite apps. However, app companies generally offer their own updates to fix any compatibility issues with operating systems.
Patching known security issues is the most important reason to keep your phone updated, but updates also improve app compatibility, phone performance and implement new features.
3. Improved Performance
Phone updates also improve the device’s performance, which can mean apps loading faster, smoother multitasking and longer battery life. Delayed notifications can cause you to miss security prompts, approvals and MFA requests.
Older versions of iOS or Android might not be compatible with newer apps. If you’re having issues with an app you use daily, try updating your phone.
4. New Features
Updates aren’t solely for security enhancements and optimization; sometimes they introduce new features.
AI features help you write emails to co-workers or clients. Notification grouping keeps your notifications tidy by grouping notifications from a single app together.
Unlocking your phone with your face is a relatively new feature added to not only improve the user experience but also to keep your phone secure.
5. Bug Fixes
Lastly, updates fix known bugs and glitches that can cause apps to crash or the operating system to malfunction.
Of course, updates can introduce new bugs and glitches, which is frustrating. Generally speaking, updates fix more than they break.
Updated Phones Offer the Best Protection
It’s important to keep your phone updated to close any loopholes attackers can use to harm your organization.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation, and we’ll help you build a mobile device security strategy your organization can stick to.
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