Android 16's new theft protection features: Harder to break in, easier to lock down

Google has improved the anti-theft features on Android 16 phones, enabling some protections by default in Brazil -- here's ...
9to5Google

Android adds ‘Failed Authentication Lock’ setting, boosts failed passcode lockout

Google today detailed the latest device theft protection features for Android across stronger authentication and enhanced ...

Your Android phone just got a powerful anti-theft upgrade. Here's what's new

Android also says it's giving you more control over Remote Lock, a tool that lets you lock your lost or stolen device from any web browser. You now have the ability to add a security ...
Kenyans.co.ke

Google Rolls Out New Android Security Features to Curb Phone Theft

Centre to the new update are stronger authentication safeguards are available to devices running Android 16 or higher. One of ...

Google rolls out expanded Android theft protection features

Google has announced an expanded set of Android theft protection updates focused on reducing the risk of financial fraud and ...
Android Authority

Your Motorola phone has a secret way to make your PIN more secure. Here’s how to use it

A secure Android phone is a healthy Android phone. If you’re like me, the primary line of defense for your phone is a PIN. Sure, you may also use your phone’s fingerprint sensor or face unlock, but it ...
Android Police

Android lock screen: Why your device's accounts are still not secure

Faith writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest Android games and apps for Android Police. You'll find her writing about the newest free-to-play game to hit Android or discussing her paranoia ...
CNET

Lock Screen Widgets Will Return to Android Phones

Google is bringing back lock screen widgets to Android phones this summer. The company announced on its Android Developer Blog on Thursday that lock screen widgets will return to Android 16, ...