Android owners told to update NOW as Google reveals 60 bugs – and one lets hackers unlock your phone without a passcode

Update your device

Make sure you download the security patch 2025-04-05 or later to fix these vulnerabilities.

To check which Android version your device is:

• Open your device’s Settings app.
• Tap About phone or About tablet > Android version.
• Find your ‘Android version’, ‘Android security update’ and ‘Build number’.

To get the latest Android updates available for your device:

1. Open your device’s Settings app.
2. Tap System > Software update. You’ll find your update status.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

If you have a Pixel device, it may say Software updates or System update.

Must-know Android tips to boost your phone

Get the most out of your Android smartphone with these little-known hacks:

• Secret button that boosts your battery and can save money
• Lazy hack to free up space on your phone
• Apps to delete for extra storage
• Simple trick to get from A to B faster on Google Maps
• Free upgrade protects Android users from scam apps
• Clever trick lets you respond to calls WITHOUT talking

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