
So how do we keep our mobile phones safe from viruses? Well, according to the team at security company Malwarebytes, certain tried-and-trusted signs can indicate if your Android smartphone has hidden malware. Let's take a look at them.

* You are getting a barrage of ads everywhere irrespective of which app you are using.
* You install a new app but you can’t find its icon. Moreover, the app also seems to have disappeared from the App Drawer.
* Your phone battery is suddenly running low a lot quicker than usual.
If you are experiencing any of the above signs in your Android device, it may be an indication that you've got some malware causing a disturbance. But what can you do about it?
Firstly, make sure that that your smartphone operating system is up to date. This is a crucial step and almost all security experts insist that updating to the latest software can repair the frailties that any lurking malware might have caused to your device. It can sever the access of the malicious software that has made its way in your phone's system without your knowledge. Furthermore, a system update can also bar any new malware from being able to sneak into your phone quickly.



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