https://community.sony.rs/t5/other-general/malware/m-p/3091299#M45052 <P>i v read in newspaper that android phones are prone to receive malware. and this causes slow down of cell phones , hacking of important data from phone. but how do i get rid of it ? how i recognize malware. the newspaper article recommends installing norton/ kaspersky antivirus. is it necessary?</P> Wed, 04 Sep 2013 14:37:38 GMT drsalekin_gmail 2013-09-04T14:37:38Z https://community.sony.rs/t5/other-general/malware/m-p/3091299#M45052 <P>i v read in newspaper that android phones are prone to receive malware. and this causes slow down of cell phones , hacking of important data from phone. but how do i get rid of it ? how i recognize malware. the newspaper article recommends installing norton/ kaspersky antivirus. is it necessary?</P> Wed, 04 Sep 2013 14:37:38 GMT https://community.sony.rs/t5/other-general/malware/m-p/3091299#M45052 drsalekin_gmail 2013-09-04T14:37:38Z https://community.sony.rs/t5/other-general/malware/m-p/3091300#M45053 <P>Just download apps from the playstore, don't sideload apps, don't visit dubious websites and if you install an app a simple app such as a ringtone check the permisions, if it requires access to your location, or personal info just don't install it.&nbsp;</P><P>I don't recomend antivirus as this apps drain your battery, create issues with other apps, connectivity issues, and slow down your phone.&nbsp;</P> Thu, 05 Sep 2013 04:14:35 GMT https://community.sony.rs/t5/other-general/malware/m-p/3091300#M45053 Uliwooly 2013-09-05T04:14:35Z