The current operating system version of Android, Android 10, as well as both Android 9 (‘Android Pie’) and Android 8 (‘Android Oreo’) are all reported still to be receiving Android’s security updates. … warns, using any version that is older than Android 8 will bring with it increased security risks.

Is Android 8 still secure?

More than one billion Android phones and tablets are vulnerable to hackers because they’re no longer supported by security updates, according to new research. … The current software version is Android 10 while Android 9 and 8 are still ‘in theory’ getting security updates too and are safe to use.

Can I update my Android 8 to 10?

Currently, Android 10 is only compatible with a hand full of devices and Google’s own Pixel smartphones. However, this is expected to change in the next couple of months when most Android devices will be able to upgrade to the new OS. If Android 10 doesn’t install automatically, tap “check for updates”.