Can phones get viruses?

Phone viruses may be rare, but phones are still susceptible to other types of Android and iPhone malware that can infect systems through app downloads, phishing attacks, and smishing texts.

Does Apple still slow down iPhones?

No, Apple doesn’t purposefully slow down iPhones. Apple was involved in a scandal that emerged in late 2016 known as “Batterygate” in which the company was accused of slowing down iPhones as part of a planned obsolescence scheme. Apple still denies this accusation and characterizes the slowdowns as being due to “software performance controls” because of battery degradation.

How can I improve my phone’s performance?

To help improve your phone’s performance and speed, close unused apps, delete apps you no longer use, clear your cache, and update your operating system to ensure you have the latest software.

Why is my phone so slow all of a sudden?

If your phone suddenly slows down, some of the likely causes include a poor internet connection, too many apps running at once, a faulty battery, not enough storage space, or even a malware infection.

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