O2 issues alert to all UK customers and ignoring it could be costly

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O2, the UK mobile network giant, has just dropped some crucial advice for smartphone users across the UK, and it's a warning that should not be taken lightly.

The telecoms firm, which connects countless iPhone and Android users to essential services like calls, texts, and internet, is urging customers to be extra cautious and keep an eye out for scams.With a slew of new gadgets from tech heavyweights like Google, Samsung, and Apple hitting the shelves recently, cybercriminals are known to exploit these periods to make a quick buck, and falling prey to their schemes could hit your wallet hard. "Fraudulent activity often increases during device launches, and scammers may reach out with offers that seem too good to be true, such as steep discounts or free devices," O2 has warned.The company is proactively advising its customers to be alert for three key signs that might indicate they're being targeted by scammers, and provides guidance on how to stay secure.

If you're worried about scams and want to protect yourself, here's what O2 suggests to avoid becoming another statistic in online crime. Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. For starters, don't get taken in by unexpected messages offering deals that appear incredibly generous.

It's well-known that scammers dangle enticing discounts to extract personal details from the unwary. "Whether it's a tempting 30% or 40% discount on your bill or a free new phone or tablet, scammers will promise anything and everything to try and trick customers into handing over sensitive information," O2 cautions, reports the Mirror. "Once they have this, fraudsters use it to clear security and take out a device in