Millions of iPhone users issued urgent App Store warning
Lee Elliott, chief product officer at Compare and Recycle, said: "Before installing an app from the App Store or Google Play, always ensure it is a verified app and pay attention to its reviews."
Users should ensure apps are updated regularly and remember to install any security patches when prompted, too, Lee said.
Mr Elliott said: "If you suspect your device has been infected, the first port of call is to turn off your mobile data or Wi-Fi, and uninstall any suspicious apps you can identify.
"You could also perform a factory reset.
"On Android phones you can run a built-in scan to search for malware and resolve the issue, but due to the OS architecture out of the box, iPhones are well protected and are not generally susceptible to security breaches.
"If you're experiencing any strange pop-ups as an Apple user try clearing your browsing history and cache first, and it'll likely solve the problem."
He said: "While staying aware of your surroundings is the least you can do to stop your phone being snatched in the first place, there are simple steps you can take to protect yourself and prevent the worst from happening.
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"A lesser-known trick for iPhone users is to disable Control Centre access from the lock screen.
"This prevents thieves from quickly switching off Wi-Fi or turning on Airplane Mode if they grab your phone while it's locked, helping you retain the ability to track the device via Find My iPhone and making them more likely to let go of the device.
"Simply navigate to 'Face ID & Passcode' in settings and toggle off the option for accessing your control centre when the phone is locked."
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