Confused

[keenachi]

It's been years since I have had android device. I recently ditched iPhone to come back to android. However, I am confused do you need malware protection and antivirus protection? If so which, would you prefer? Also do you need a battery saver as well? Right now, I am using a Moto G Stylus 5G. Thank you.

 

[rvbfan]

I don't use either. A battery saver of sorts should be built into the os. As far as antivirus? So long as you're not visiting sketchy sites or side loading apps from god knows where, I wouldn't worry about it.

 

[keenachi]

I am pretty basic. On my iPhone I have had some issues with WIFI's I used though.

 

[swebb]

A battery saver is a great idea for everything that runs on LiOn batteries. That's exactly why Teslas (and probably others) limit normal charging to 80%. I know Samsung offers this (85% limit) on their phones and laptop computers. Wish Google would bake this into the Android OS.

According to my battery monitoring app, this would triple the effective battery life, compared to charging to 100%.

 

[keenachi]

which battery saver you use

 

[B. Diddy]

Read this regarding antivirus: https://forums.androidcentral.com/threads/guide-how-to-avoid-malware.1015048/#post6888694

 

[swebb]

which battery saver you use

The actual battery saver is baked into the Samsung OS, so it's only available on Samsung devices. I do use Accubattery app to monitor the battery and it does have an alarm to notify you when it's charged to a certain percent, which you can define. But it doesn't automatically stop charging then. You get a notification and then you have to manually disconnect the phone from the charger.

 

[bijutoha]

There are still malware applications that can evade detection. It is advisable to install a third-party antivirus app on your Android device for this reason.

 

[Muhammad_Amjad]

It's been years since I have had android device. I recently ditched iPhone to come back to android. However, I am confused do you need malware protection and antivirus protection? If so which, would you prefer? Also do you need a battery saver as well? Right now, I am using a Moto G Stylus 5G. Thank you.

Welcome back to the Android world! It's a good idea to consider some security and optimization apps, but Android has come a long way in terms of security. Here are some recommendations:

1. Malware Protection and Antivirus: Android has built-in security features such as Google Play Protect, which scans apps for malware. It's generally sufficient for most users. However, if you want an additional layer of security, you can consider apps like Malwarebytes, Avast, or Bitdefender for extra peace of mind. They offer free versions with basic protection, or you can subscribe for more advanced features.
2. Battery Saver: A battery saver app can help optimize your device's power consumption. Android already has a battery saver mode, but third-party apps like Greenify, AccuBattery, or GSam Battery Monitor can provide more detailed insights and options for extending battery life.

Remember that excessive use of battery saver apps can sometimes interfere with app notifications and background processes. Use them judiciously.

It's also a good practice to stick to the Google Play Store for app downloads, as it's safer than downloading apps from third-party sources. Keep your device updated with the latest software and security patches to ensure the best protection. Enjoy your Moto G Stylus 5G!