Your Android phone's most powerful security feature is off by default - turn it on ASAP

One of Google's most critical features is hidden behind a single toggle - turn it on to protect against theft, scams, spam, and more.
ZDNet

This critical Android security feature is disabled out of the box - how to enable it ASAP

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Android Authority

Android 16's Advanced Protection security mode: What it does and who should enable it

Android 16 introduces an “Advanced Protection” mode, offering a one-click solution to activate enhanced security settings for high-risk users. This mode enables a suite of device-level safeguards, ...
CNET

Security and Privacy on Your Android Phone: Features You Should Know About

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Bleeping Computer

New Android Identity Check locks settings outside trusted locations

Google has announced a new Android "Identity Check" security feature that lock sensitive settings behind biometric authentication when outside a trusted location. The new feature is part of Anroid's ...

Unlock iOS 26.2: Hidden Settings You Need to Change Now

Discover iOS 26.2’s top features and settings to boost performance, enhance safety, and personalize your iPhone experience.
Android Authority

Google starts letting Android 16 testers try Advanced Protection mode for maximum phone security

Google is beginning to introduce the Advanced Protection mode feature to users on Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1. Advanced Protection is a one-click toggle for enhanced security measures on the entire device, ...