Google expands Android theft protection features

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Back in 2024, Google introduced its Android theft protection program, which has been available on all Android phones running Android 10 or later. The set of device protection features is now expanding with new ways to combat financial fraud and better personal data protection in case your device gets stolen.

Devices running on Android 16 are getting improved safeguards in case of failed authentication. Failed Authentication Lock, which arrives with Android 15, will now get its own toggles in the settings menu for more granular control. The feature locks the device’s screen after excessive…

​ Back in 2024, Google introduced its Android theft protection program, which has been available on all Android phones running Android 10 or later. The set of device protection features is now expanding with new ways to combat financial fraud and better personal data protection in case your device gets stolen.

Devices running on Android 16 are getting improved safeguards in case of failed authentication. Failed Authentication Lock, which arrives with Android 15, will now get its own toggles in the settings menu for more granular control. The feature locks the device’s screen after excessive…   Read More GSMArena.com – Latest articles 

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