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Google's theft protection features for Android spotted in global rollout

After months of development, Google is finally rolling out stronger Android security.

The features were originally spotted on a Xiaomi 14T Pro in the U.S., but additional reports by other users claim Google's pushed the security enhancements globally. Malicious persons who've taken your device offline (Wi-Fi, cell data) for a "prolonged" time will lose access to the phone. Inbound for Android 15, users can set up a Private Space on their phone to hide away apps with sensitive information (like health and banking) behind a unique PIN.

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