May 15, 2024 at 04:14PM
Google is expanding anti-theft and data protection features for Android 15+ devices. New features include Theft Detection Lock to secure devices during theft attempts, Offline Device Lock to prevent unauthorized access, and Remote Lock to remotely lock stolen devices. Enhanced security measures will make stolen devices difficult to sell and require additional authentication for sensitive actions. These updates will roll out later this year.
Key takeaways from the meeting notes:
1. Google is introducing multiple anti-theft and data protection features for Android devices
2. New features include Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, and Remote Lock
3. A Google Play services update later this year will roll out these features to devices running Android 10 or later
4. Android 15 release will upgrade factory reset protection to make stolen devices difficult or impossible to sell
5. New Android version will include enhanced authentication protections, private spaces, and protection against scams, fraud, spyware, and banking malware
6. These updates and new features are expected to be available later this year and with the launch of Android 15 this fall.