NEW DELHI: Micromax has partnered with Intel to integrate security software on the former’s smartphones and tablets.
As part of the partnership, new Micromax and Yu smartphones and tablets will come pre-installed with McAfee Mobile Assistant from next month.
While the service will be free for consumers, they can pay and upgrade for additional security features.
The companies will also roll out updates for existing customers to enable them to download the security application on their phones.
“Smartphones have become an integral part of our connected lives and it is important that consumers realise threats that exist in the digital world and safeguard their valued data,” Intel Security Group Senior Vice President and General Manager Christopher Young told reporters here.
He added that globally, the company has secured over 220 million users and the partnership with Micromax is another step forward.
Young highlighted factors like 400 per cent increase in digital payments (between November 2016-February 2017) and increasing Internet penetration in the country make it pertinent that end-devices are secured. (AGENCIES)
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