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Google introduces new anti-theft features for Android devices

Offline Device Lock feature further enhances security by locking the device if a thief tries to keep it disconnected

OUR BUREAU the device if a thief tries to keep it
disconnected from the internet for an
Washington, DC
extended period.
oogle is enhancing security for This ensures that even in offline
Android users by introducing scenarios, the device remains secure.
Gnew anti-theft features aimed
at protecting personal data in the Meanwhile, the Remote Lock
event of a stolen device. functionality allows users to lock
According to GSM Arena,
the updates include the Theft Detec- their phones remotely using their
tion Lock, Offline Device Lock, and phone number, especially useful
an improved Remote Lock function,
with the first two being new function- if the Find My Device option is
alities announced earlier this year. disabled or if they cannot access
The Theft Detection Lock utiliz-
es artificial intelligence along with the their Google account.
device’s sensors to identify common
theft-related motions. While it remains unclear which
For instance, if someone snatch- specific Android devices will receive
es the phone from a user’s hand and these updates, users are advised to
attempts to flee, the feature will au- Remote Lock functionality allows users to lock their phones remotely using their phone check that they have the latest version
tomatically lock the device, restricting number (File photo) of Google Play Services installed to
access to all applications and data. take advantage of these new security
Additionally, it can recognize theft while riding a bike or in a car, as The Offline Device Lock feature measures, as per GSM Arena.
movements typically associated with per GSM Arena. further enhances security by locking (With agency reports)

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