Google is rolling out a new batch of Android theft-protection changes that broaden Identity Check, give users more control over Failed Authentication Lock, and adjust how Android responds to repeated ...

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Google has introduced stronger Android authentication safeguards and enhanced recovery tools to make smartphones more challenging targets for thieves.

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The iOS 26 era is in full swing, with Apple refining and tweaking the OS since its September 2025 launch. While iOS 26 overall has been found to have some common yet fixable problems, there are also a ...

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These updates empower you to tailor the lock screen to your preferences, whether you value functionality, simplicity, or a balance of both. The home screen has received several updates aimed at ...

Google’s Android 16 QPR2 update is here, and it’s a pretty impressive one. This latest quarterly platform release comes with several user-facing changes, and one of the biggest among them is lock ...

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Android 15 lock screen enables custom shortcuts for quick access and personalized device control, enhancing convenience and productivity right from the lock screen. Pixabay, dominickvietor Android 15 ...