Owners with Android KitKat-based devices are advised to upgrade to new smartphones to get the latest updates and security patches to thwart malware, ransomware, and other cyber threats. As per reports on the Internet, the decision is based on the recognition that supporting KitKat in Play Services requires additional developer time without significant user benefit. The search engine giant has finally decided to discontinue support for Android KitKat in future releases of Google Play Services. Google has issued an important advisory to Android users, urging them to update their smartphones before August 2023.
