We have recently rumors about Android Security Update. There are three types of updates in mobile software updates. Operating system (Android) updates, custom user interface updates, and security updates. Operating system and custom user interface updates bring various changes to the mobile interface and add new features.
But security updates do not change the mobile interface. So security updates may seem boring to many, mobile data loss, time loss. But actually, a security update is significant for your mobile.
So I will try to bring forward the details about the Android Security Update of January 2022. We will also share the importance of this update, and much more information is.
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January 2022 Android Security Update Bulletin
Google has disclosed multiple security vulnerabilities in the latest Android Security Bulletin of January 2022. Google said that the security vulnerabilities affect the Android runtime, framework, system, and media framework. These vulnerabilities have been patched with the 2022-01-01 security patch level of Google.
For the moment, Google also revealed multiple vulnerabilities in closed-source vendor components and the Linux kernel. These vulnerabilities are directed with the 2022-01-05 android security patch level. Here you go, the official webpage of the android security patch update of January 2022. Here on this webpage, you will know more deeply about the update.
Pixel Update Bulletin/Functional Update
This update is not for all devices. Security update mostly came into Pixel devices. This Android security patch update is available for various Pixel devices with the following build numbers:
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Pixel 3 (XL): RQ1A.210205.004
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Pixel 3a (XL): RQ1A.210205.004
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Pixel 4 (XL): RQ1A.210205.004
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Pixel 4a: RQ1A.210205.004
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Pixel 4a (5G): RQ1A.210205.004
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Pixel 5: RQ1A.210205.004
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Pixel 3 (XL): RQ1D.210205.004
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Pixel 4a (5G): RQ1D.210205.004
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Pixel 5: RQ1D.210205.004
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Pixel 4a (5G): RQ1C.210205.006
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Pixel 5: RQ1C.210205.006
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If you are using these devices, make sure you are updated your phone with the security patch update. This update is not only for Pixel devices. Some Samsung Galaxy S series also received the security patch update of January 2022.
Why is This security update important?
A security update came to your phone; you installed it, but what the heck, nothing changed on your phone. You think it is a waste of time and realize that you’ve just spent time and phone data. But that is not right. Your device received something new. It has changed. This change is very much inside the system, which is very important for your device.
Nowadays banking, shopping is all done on mobile. As simple as these things are, they can be hacked but not difficult at all. If your mobile security system is weak, hackers can easily access your mobile. And imagine what would happen if a hacker got access to your mobile? You can lose your Facebook ID, important data, WhatsApp messages, photos, banking information, and everything.
So if you keep up with the latest security updates, hackers will not find any issues or bugs on your device. As a result, you will not be able to access the device. Your device and, above all, you will be protected.
Last Words
Security is as boring as a backup to many. Why don’t I keep a backup when someone loses all the important pictures or data? Similarly, when someone’s e-mail account was hacked, I thought why I didn’t guarantee security with my hands on my head.
So whenever a security update comes to your Android device, install it. Do not delay doing it. Not only does this ensure the security of your device, but it also improves the stability of your device. And the biggest thing is that you can do it for free by just using mobile data. Then why not? Just update your device and stay tension-free.
