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Google's Gemini lets strangers send messages from your locked Android phone

Gemini, Google's AI assistant, is supposed to make life easier for Android smartphone owners. But right now it may also be ...

Google fixing Android lock screen bug that lets Gemini send SMS without a PIN

Someone gets hold of your Android phone and, despite not knowing your PIN, they can use Gemini from the lock screen to send ...

Google could put your IMEI number on the lock screen, but there's no need to worry

We previously discovered that Google could let you display your IMEI on your lock screen. But would it be mandatory? We now ...

Android 17's new lock screen trick could frustrate anyone trying to break into your phone

Google has detailed how Android 17 implements tougher lock screen security by drastically reducing PIN guess attempts and more.

Android 17 Brings Tightened Phone Security; Guess Limit For Lock Screen Capped At 20

Google’s Android 17 update will significantly tighten lock-screen security by limiting failed PIN attempts to just 20. After repeated wrong entries, the system enforces escalating delays and ...
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Android 17 adds lock screen limits and account recovery shortcut

Android 17 introduces stricter limits on failed PIN attempts and new recovery shortcuts, aiming to bolster security while simplifying accidental lockout recovery for users.