The first wave of Android handsets obtaining the Stagefright vulnerability patch are here. T-Mobile, Verizon and AT&T step-up to provide a few of their respectable Samsung devices with a a software update to protect users against malicious MMS messages. Starting today, the T-Mobile and Verizon variants of the Galaxy Note 4 and Note 4 Edge have begun to receive this update. AT&T provides the same update to Galaxy S 6 and S6 Edge. Additionally, the update can also be found available on T-Mobile's Galaxy S5.
Nearly every cellphone service provider and manufacturer have promised a roll-out of these required software patches. Although, it appears that only Samsung is hitting the gate running and dominating all other Android manufacturers with an urgency demanded from such potentially harmful risks.
Once your device or devices receive the update, do not delay. Protect yourself by taking advantage as soon as possible. To check for it, simply head into Settings > About phone > Software update > Ok.
*Tip: Make sure that you have at least 50 percent battery life and a Wi-Fi connection.
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