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Android 16 is set to bring extra security protection against USB hacks
By David Nield published
It looks as though Advanced Protection Mode on Android 16 is going to come with this upgrade.

Google teases a key upgrade for Android Find My Device coming "very soon", and touts 4x speed improvements
By David Nield published
Google has commented on the current state of the Find My Device network, and says it's getting better.

An essential Google Messages group-chat feature finally looks set to launch soon
By Hamish Hector published
Google Messages finally looks set to get group chat muting.

Google Messages update finally adds an important safety tool – and teases a feature I'm surprised the app doesn't have already
By Hamish Hector published
Google Messages beta finally adds Sensitive Content Warnings for some.

Android 16 brings the Identity Check security feature to more than just Pixel and Galaxy phones
By Jamie Richards published
Android 16 brings the Identity Check security feature to phones from makers other than Google and Samsung, providing further protection against thieves and bad actors.

Your Android phone is getting a major new security feature – here's how auto-reboot works
By James Rogerson published
Your Android phone will soon be able to auto-reboot after three days of inactivity, which is good news for you and bad news for thieves.

If you've got a phone running Android 12, it's time to upgrade – here's why
By David Nield published
Security updates for Android 12 and Android 12L have now ceased, which makes the software more vulnerable.

Android 15: latest news and everything you need to know
By James Rogerson, Axel Metz last updated
Updated Android 15 includes a lot of new features, and it's available now (at least on some phones).
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