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 ...

At the Android Show on Tuesday, ahead of Google I/O, Google announced new security and privacy features for Android. These new features include new protections for calls, screen sharing, messages, ...

That smartphone in your pocket is home to your favorite apps, personal accounts, and sensitive data. That means your device should have the strongest security protection available to prevent the wrong ...

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.

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, ...

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