Android 15 Rolling Out With New Theft, Application Protection Features

October 16, 2024 at 12:37PM Google has launched Android 15, introducing enhanced security features aimed at improving device and sensitive application protection. The update focuses on safeguarding user data against theft and other vulnerabilities. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Release Announcement**: Google has officially launched Android 15. 2. **Security Enhancements**: The new version includes improved security features … Read more

Google patches exploited Android zero-day on Pixel devices

June 13, 2024 at 01:39PM Google’s latest Pixel update includes patches for 50 security vulnerabilities, with one already being exploited as a zero-day attack. GrapheneOS confirms the exploit and mentions forensics companies targeting users with certain apps. The update aims to address this and other issues, but requires manual installation. Additionally, Arm has flagged a … Read more

Android 15 Brings Improved Fraud and Malware Protections

May 16, 2024 at 09:07AM Google announced improved security features and AI-powered protections in Android 15 to keep users safe from fraud and malware. Play Protect, scanning 200 billion apps daily, will feature live threat detection and enhanced on-device AI. Android 15 will also include tightened screen sharing controls and enhanced protections against fraud and … Read more

Android to add new anti-theft and data protection features

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 … Read more

Android 15, Google Play get new anti-malware and anti-fraud features

May 15, 2024 at 03:59PM Google has unveiled new security features for Android 15 and Google Play aimed at protecting against scams, fraud, and malware. These include protection against banking trojans and spyware, as well as measures to prevent theft of one-time passcodes and screen-sharing attacks. Additionally, Google is rolling out live threat detection and … Read more