When it comes to the best Android phones on the market, it's safe to say there is a lot of competition. In recent years, we've seen established household name brands go toe-to-toe with plucky start-ups in the fight to be crowned king.
Some of the most interesting devices come from Google. Their handsets – like the Google Pixel 8 Pro – are the only Android devices designed by the same team who craft the operating system. They're also pretty fantastic handsets.
It's a great upgrade for users. Sure, it may not have the sex appeal of a new feature or app, but security updates are crucial. That's particularly true in the modern age.
These days a phone isn't just a communications device, it also holds your wallet, your photo album, your health information and lots more. When all of that is stored in one device, keeping that updated with the latest security measures is sensible.
These updates tend to roll out over a period of a few days, gently making their way to all users. Don't panic if you can't see it on your handset just yet – there are a host of commenters online who vary between having and not yet having the update.
Still, when it does come through, it's well worth getting hands-on with.
