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Gemini may soon land on your Android phone's lock screen
Currently, the only way to access Gemini through the lock screen is by saying the "Hey Google" hotword. Admittedly, this is not always a great option, especially when out and about. A dedicated Gemini button will provide faster access to the AI chatbot, which is what Google purportedly wants.
A new Android feature locks your screen if your phone is stolen
Google is rolling out a new set of features aimed at making it less easy for thieves to access your data. That’s according to Mishaal Rahman, who posted on Reddit that the features are showing up in a new update after seeing that his Xiaomi 14T Pro phone now has Theft Detection Lock and Offline Device Lock,
Android is rolling out 3 new theft protection tools — use them if your phone gets stolen
Google is stepping up its device security game for Android users, with long-promised theft protection tools that are beginning to make their way to select devices this week. Spotted by Android journalist Mishaal Rahman on X (formerly Twitter),
New Android security features can lock your phone if it’s stolen
Google's anticipated Android safety features are rolling out, with Theft Detection Lock keeping any thieves from also stealing your data.
Gemini Extensions Will Help Google’s AI Take Over Your Android Phone
Gemini Extensions will be able to work across your phone’s Google apps, letting it access information in your Gmail and add it to Calendar.
Google Rolls Out Robust Anti-Theft Features For Android Devices
Google has introduced a significant security enhancement for Android smartphones, making them more resilient to theft. While the new feature won’t physically protect your phone, it adds a robust layer of security that makes it nearly useless to a thief if stolen.
Android users no longer have to worry about data if their phone is stolen, Google rolling out new feature
Google announced a range of theft protection features at I/O 2024 that can automatically recognise suspicious signals and proactively protect your data on the device.
New Google feature locks stolen Android phones automatically, check details
Google is rolling out a theft detection lock feature for Android phones, using machine learning to automatically lock stolen devices and protect user data.
Google's Android Theft Protection features begin global rollout
Google has begun a global rollout of Android theft protection features after debuting them in Brazil. The new tools include Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, and Remote Lock, designed to automatically secure devices in case of theft.
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4 ways your Android phone's Play Store could change soon, if Google loses Epic appeal
Google lost its legal fight, here's 4 ways your Android phone's Play Store could change soon, if Google loses Epic appeal.
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The best Android phone we've tested is a steal for Prime Day
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Google is making your next phone trade-in experience faster by changing Android
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How to Delete T-Mobile's Play Feed From Your Android Phone
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Here’s How to Access Android Phone Storage Directly in Windows 11 File Explorer
Microsoft has added the ability to directly access your Android phone's storage in Windows 11 File Explorer, and it's pretty ...
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The Best Deals Under $50 at Amazon's October Prime Day Sale
This year, Amazon's Prime Big Deals Days event runs through Oct. 9, and we found fantastic tech sales that costs less than ...
Android Auto may finally let users switch to a different dialer app (APK teardown)
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Prime Big Deal Days Phone Deals 2024: Apple, Samsung, Google, Motorola, and more
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