Google has introduced stronger Android authentication safeguards and enhanced recovery tools to make smartphones more challenging targets for thieves.
On Tuesday, Google announced a number of updates and enhancements for existing Theft Protection Features for Android.
Google is rolling out a new Android theft protection feature update 2026 with advanced tools to enhance device security.
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