The easiest way to get to the appropriate section is to search your settings for the phrase theft protection. Tap the ...

Google’s March 2026 Android update patches 129 flaws, including an actively exploited Qualcomm zero-day, and urges users to install 2026-03-05.

Turn on this setting to instantly harden your Android phone against modern threats.

Advanced Protection locks key Android 16 security settings. Blocks sideloading, spam, unsafe links, and insecure networks. Not on by default. You must enable it in ...

Google has just issued an updated Android distribution chart and it makes for an alarming read. The latest OS — Android 16 — was on just 7.5% of phones when the data was captured in December, while ...

The latest Android security update makes it harder for thieves to break into stolen phones, with stronger biometric requirements and smarter lockouts. With more than a decade of experience, Nelson ...

Android 16’s Advanced Protection is getting new useful features. We’ve discovered an under-development interface that will list all the apps that are aware of Advanced Protection being turned on.

Google has announced new Android theft protection updates, adding stronger authentication, biometric safeguards, remote locking tools, and default-on security features in select regions. Here’s what ...

Android malware threats escalated 30% in 2025, exploiting sideloaded APKs, SMS phishing, and unsecured networks. While Google Play Protect blocks the basics, independent antivirus apps catch ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Davey Winder is a veteran cybersecurity writer, hacker and analyst. Update, July 11, 2025: This story, originally published on ...

Google is using AI to block millions of harmful apps, crush scam tactics, and strengthen Play Protect, making Android safer.