Los Angeles IT support providers don't just support business servers, but also Android and Apple device users. Both device families have their strengths and weaknesses. Where before, Apple devices were generally more secure than alternatives, as their popularity has increased, and their production has moved to China, that has definitely changed. China's government has policy forcing industry taking place in China to share proprietary data with authorities. That information is collaterally used for cheap "knock-offs".
Notable Security Issues with Mobile Devices
Apple and Android represent the "lion's share", as the saying goes, of the mobile device market. At least, as regards software. So their security issues will be the primary ones that businesses need to be aware of, and counter. Here are several weaknesses you'll likely come into contact with on Apple and Android devices respectively:
Vulnerability Through iCloud
Secure access to iCloud is excellent for users seeking to store data safely. However, when you use iCloud, more than just specific data is sent to their servers. Basically, the majority of information on your phone will be sent there, including information pertaining to location, web surfing activities, and more.
Not only Apple professionals, but hackers and law enforcement personnel may have access to your data through iCloud. Apple's defenses against such access are minuscule at best. Varying bypass software has been around for a number of years that totally outpaces associated defenses from Apple. So if you're using mobile devices from Apple, try not to use iCloud.
Local Data Protection In Regard To Android
Los Angeles IT support professionals caution that Android isn't perfect either. Localized data protection tends to be less secure than one would expect. Android devices don't have the same level of encryption as Apple devices. Accordingly, they are more susceptible to a breach. The FBI needs no assistance from any developers to access data on your Android device.
If you're a business, this weakness would recommend an Apple device over an Android device. If the FBI can do it, any hacker can--these "initial" agencies aren't exactly so savvy as cinema would have us believe. But they are certainly skilled enough to effect surveillance where they feel it is necessary. Android devices are wide open, so is iCloud.
Mobile Device Security Optimization
We at Vitalpoints can help secure both Apple and Android devices by acting as a third alternative for data management beyond either of "big" company. You can have your own cloud, and safeguard data independent of agencies who make it vulnerable. To learn more about how we can safeguard your mobile device(s), reach out to our Los Angeles IT support team.