Google brings better bricking to Androids, to curtail crims

October 7, 2024 at 11:04PM Google has globally rolled out three new Android features to deter phone theft. The Theft Detection Lock activates if a phone is taken and moves at high speed, the Offline Device Lock works if the device is offline for a long time, and Remote Lock allows users to lock stolen … Read more

Google Launches AI-Powered Theft and Data Protection Features for Android Devices

May 15, 2024 at 01:58PM Google recently announced new privacy and security features for Android, including advanced protection to secure users’ devices and data in the event of theft. The features include a private space for sensitive apps, an extra layer of protection for device settings, and an upgrade to factory reset that renders stolen … Read more

Google rolls out new Find My Device network to Android devices

April 8, 2024 at 02:55PM Google is rolling out an upgraded Find My Device network for Android devices in the US and Canada. Users with Android 9 or later can locate phones and tablets, even when offline or with dead batteries. The network uses Bluetooth proximity and will soon support tracking other items. It prioritizes … Read more