Google will restrict access to its services on old phones. It is reported by Edition The Verge.
The company said that from September 27, Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread OS users will not be able to use Google services. The ban explained the desire to ensure maximum security to users. “If you enter your device after September 27, you can get errors in the username or password when you try to use Google products and services,” Corporation Engineers clarified.
Outdated OS users will not be able not only to use Google’s basic services, but also to enter the Google Play store. A restriction on a number of functions will also be entered, like synchronization of contacts and reset the smartphone to factory settings.
To avoid restrictions, you need to update Android Gingerbread to the new version. In case it is impossible, it is recommended to refuse to use old smartphones.
The release of Android 2.3 Gingerbread took place at the end of 2010. Actual at this point, the operating system from Google is Android 12, which was presented at the presentation in May 2021.