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 ...

Android phones are getting more anti-theft features

Google says Android devices will get new security features, like stronger authentication safeguards and enhanced recovery ...

Android 17 tipped ahead of Google I/O: UI overhaul, App Lock and AI features expected

Google is gearing up to launch Android 17, likely at Google I/O 2026. The upcoming Android update is expected to introduce a refreshed user interface with transparency effects, enhanced privacy tools, ...
Android Police

Android's native App Lock feature may arrive next year

Chethan is a reporter at Android Police, focusing on the weekend news coverage for the site. He has covered tech for over a decade with multiple publications, including the likes of Times Internet, ...
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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 ...

Android Phones Get AI-Powered Anti-Theft Features

Enhanced lockouts and stronger remote locking aim to make stolen devices far harder—and less profitable—for criminals.
Android Authority

Android Automotive will let you PIN-lock apps to keep them private from passengers

Google is introducing a native App Lock feature for Android Automotive that lets you secure specific apps behind a PIN. Known as “sensitive app protection,” this feature allows you to lock third-party ...
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Android Automotive to enhance privacy with new app lock feature

Google is adding an app lock feature to Android Automotive, according to new details found in documentation regarding Android Automotive’s unbundled apps. Android Automotive is reportedly getting an ...