Why do Antivirus AI and Anti Spy detect so many apps even though I only installed a few myself?

When you run a scan with Antivirus AI or Anti Spy, not only the apps you installed yourself are detected, but also all preinstalled system apps and services. Modern smartphones come with many of these system apps out of the box, for example services from Google, your smartphone manufacturer, or your carrier. So even if you installed only a few apps from the Play Store, your device can still contain more than 100 apps.

It is important to know that most of these preinstalled apps generally do not pose a threat. They are necessary for the operating system and important smartphone functions to run smoothly. Antivirus AI and Anti Spy list them to give you a comprehensive overview and to uncover potential security risks.

A high number of detected apps therefore does not mean that your smartphone is actually infected with many viruses. Rather, it shows how thoroughly our scanners work in order to identify even hidden dangers at an early stage.

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