Click here to see an article by a writer at MakeTechEasier, from Nov 2024, called "5 Reasons Why I Steer Clear of Apple Products"
See the Android Apps page at H2S Media for best smartphone Apps for Android and iPhone iOS including download links, description, and features.
See this 4 ways to avoid malware on Android article at TechRepublic that advises on best practice for avoiding problems.
Comment: In the article the author list his essential Apps and mentions maybe using the Facebook App [if pushed] - an alternative is just to use your browser to visit the Facebook site and avoid known App issues.