Your Android device will soon automatically back up and restore Theft Protection settings. Android’s Theft Protection settings include Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, Remote Lock, and more.

My Android phone stores my important personal information, including digital IDs and payment details, and gives access to my banking apps and password manager. Given how much I rely on it and the ...

Intrusion Detection is expected to land with the stable version of Android 16 QPR3, which should roll out in March 2026.

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What just happened? Modern Android phones already include theft-protection features that lock devices and prevent unauthorized factory resets, making it harder for thieves to resell stolen phones.

Starting with Android 16, anyone with a compatible Android phone – not just Pixel users – can activate Advanced Protection, Google’s strongest security mode for mobile devices. Until now, many of the ...

Samsung devices with One UI 8.5 will be more resilient against theft. Samsung is expanding the Identity Check feature, which requires biometric unlocking before changing settings, to cover more ...

Netizens still don’t take one simple step that could reduce their risk of scams, malware, and identity theft: installing a ...

Samsung’s One UI 8, based on Android 16, will introduce robust privacy and security features under Google’s Advanced Protection Program, aimed at shielding Galaxy phone and tablet users from fraud, ...

Over the past couple of years, Android’s focus on user safety and device security has been pretty evident. The company has leveraged AI to build features that listen to calls and read messages in real ...