Nowadays, smartphones are more than just compact devices made for calling or chatting with others. They’re portable computers, and at the same time, they’re extensions of our lives. A smartphone holds ...

It appears that Google has dropped a whole new set of security features, a triumvirate of locks, which will make your data much safer in the case of theft: Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock ...

Locking one's phone is of little help when Google has the keys to unlock it. The San Diego FBI have obtained a warrant ordering Google to help them do just that after they proved unable to get past a ...

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...

Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication ...

Losing access to your phone due to a forgotten unlock pattern, password, or PIN can be an exasperating ordeal. It ranks among the most frustrating experiences one can encounter, especially considering ...

Android 16 introduces a “Secure Lock” feature that enhances the security of remotely locking a lost device. Secure Lock restricts access to notifications, Quick Settings, widgets, and the digital ...

Android is rolling out a new set of theft protection updates focused on stopping unauthorized access, limiting damage after a device is stolen, and improving recovery. The changes build on existing ...