Phones are more like PCs than ever — here’s how to protect them from viruses and malware

Android logo on phone next to Malware sign.

With phones becoming more like computers, there has been a rise in the number of viruses and malware aimed at your handset. However, these horrible digital bugs can be avoided so long as you know what to look out for and what to do.

First, you need to know the signs that indicate you might have a virus on your phone. The things to look out for are random pop-ups, sluggish responses and random text messages sent to your friends. You might even see your battery drain faster or your phone gets hotter than usual. And then there's the biggest tell — fraudulent charges showing up on your accounts.