With Android’s new theft protection feature, your phone will be a little more protected if it’s taken right out of your hands. This quick guide will take you through turning it on, giving you a little ...

Google detailed Android security updates for 2026, including verified bank calls, stronger theft protection, OTP hiding, and ...

Google has started rolling out three Theft Protection features for Android devices. These features will rely on multiple sensors to lock the device immediately after a thief steals it. Android ...

For most people, the smartphone is the most important and most personal computer. It's the first device you use in the morning and before bed, as it holds your entire digital life. All that ...

Apple is reportedly developing a theft detection feature that automatically locks stolen iPhones using motion sensors, AI, ...

Identity theft protection services are your first line of digital defense, alerting you to irregularities in your credit ...

Your Android device will soon automatically back up and restore Theft Protection settings. Android’s Theft Protection settings include Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, Remote Lock, and more.

Android’s theft protection features can now be enabled through the Safety Center. Safety Center, i.e. the “Security & privacy” menu, is available on all devices running Android 14 or later. Previously ...

Chris Thomas was a reporter at Android Police from 2022 until 2025. Google is making it easier to keep the data on your phone safe from thieves, even after a reset. The September 2025 Google Play ...

Google's Android 17 adds default theft protection, blocks apps from reading your login codes, and flags fake bank calls.

Google has started rolling out an Android theft protection feature update to eligible devices. It adds stronger authentication, smarter lockouts, expanded biometric checks, and improved remote ...

Apple is reportedly planning on pinching one of Android’s best security features for the iPhone. When it comes to locking ...