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Story summary
- Google reports that more than one billion Android devices run versions that no longer receive security updates as of February 2026.
- Only 7.5% of devices have the latest Android 16, while 19.3% still use Android 15.
- Fragmented update processes, driven by manufacturers, leave many users on unsupported versions.
- Malware detections rose 151% and spyware incidents rose 147%, underscoring the risk.
- Experts recommend upgrading to supported devices to mitigate these risks.
