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Two new Android 16 security features protect you better - how to switch them on now

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-07-30 18:59:00

JEFF PACHOUD/Getty Images Although Google's earlier-than-expected release of Android 16 was missing a few important features, the updated OS does deliver improved security that every Android user would be well-advised to enable. I'll explain these two key security features and how to find and enable them. Also: Google quietly confirms ChromeOS-Android merger - here's what it means for you 1. Identity Check This feature was added in 2024, but it didn't receive much attention until the releas

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Google reveals details on Android’s Advanced Protection for Chrome

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-08-06 07:31:41

Google is sharing more information on how Chrome operates when Android mobile users enable Advanced Protection, highlighting strong security improvements. The tech giant recently extended its Advanced Protection Program to the device level with the release of Android 16, aimed at offering a robust, holistic security posture for high-risk individuals likely to be targeted by sophisticated spyware attacks. Starting Android 16, Advanced Protection can be activated from the settings, strengthening

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Google could soon protect your Android device from dangerous PWAs and WebAPKs (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-09 15:32:41

Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Google could soon extend Play Protect to scan PWAs and WebAPKs during installation. This new feature could protect users from malicious PWAs used for phishing and data theft. Google has been silently protecting most Android devices through Google Play Protect, scanning the apps that users have installed, and warning them of nefarious ones. While platform-native apps remain the most popular method to access a service, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) remain

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Samsung reveals One UI 8’s major security upgrades, coming first to Fold 7, Flip 7

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-10 05:09:24

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has announced several key security upgrades for its One UI 8 software. The company is now offering Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP) to further protect user data. Knox Matrix will also automatically sign you out of your Samsung account on a connected Galaxy device in the event of a serious threat. Samsung is gearing up to launch its new foldable phones tomorrow (July 9), and we’re also expecting these devices to offer One UI 8 out of the b

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Why AO3 Was Down

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-12 00:23:35

An unofficial sub devoted to AO3. The Archive of Our Own (AO3) offers a noncommercial and nonprofit central hosting place for fanworks. We are proactive and innovative in protecting and defending our work from commercial exploitation and legal challenge. We preserve our fannish economy, values, and creative expression by protecting and nurturing our fellow fans, our work, our commentary, our history, and our identity while providing the broadest possible access to fannish activity for all fans.

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Your Samsung phone will get Android 16’s powerful Advanced Protection mode in One UI 8

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-20 07:19:36

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung’s One UI 8 update will introduce a new “Advanced Protection” mode, a one-click toggle to easily enable multiple security features at once. This optional mode activates various safeguards, such as blocking app sideloading, preventing USB data access, and disabling 2G network connections. The feature is part of Android 16 and expands on Google’s Advanced Protection Program, making high-level security accessible to all users. Samsung phones offer

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I tested a bunch of Switch 2 screen protectors, and these are the best

theverge.com Cameron Faulkner 2025-08-22 03:11:56

is an editor covering deals and commerce. He joined in 2018, and served as commerce editor at Polygon until May 2025. A glass screen protector is one of a few “set it and forget it” purchases that every Switch 2 owner should make, along with buying a microSD Express card and a protective case for the console. In fact, it should be a priority to stick one onto the console’s screen as soon as possible to avoid accidental scratches. I’ve been installing and removing Switch 2 screen protectors to

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Do We Need to Wear Sunscreen Indoors? This Is What a Skin Expert Says

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-22 19:00:00

You know the drill -- whenever you're outside, especially during the summer, you should wear sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun's UV rays. But what about wearing sunscreen indoors? Can sunlight coming in through windows still negatively affect your skin, making SPF necessary even when you're inside your home? We reached out to a dermatologist for the answer. Do I need to wear sunscreen indoors? Yes, wearing sunscreen indoors is necessary. Even though you're sitting comfortably in your

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If you’re using Android 16, you should turn on this important security feature ASAP

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-25 18:30:41

Joe Maring / Android Authority It’s been just about two weeks since Google launched Android 16, and for the most part, it’s an update that came and went without too much fanfare. I’ve been playing around with Android 16 on my Pixel 9a since the update was released, but it wasn’t until a few days ago that I finally enabled Advanced Protection — a new security feature tucked away in the Settings app. Advanced Protection enables a load of robust security features for your phone with the flick of

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Your Android phone is getting a big security upgrade for free - here's what's new

zdnet.com Lance Whitney 2025-08-25 17:45:12

Google / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET That smartphone in your pocket is home to your favorite apps, personal accounts, and sensitive data. That means your device should have the strongest security protection available to prevent the wrong people from stealing your money or information. Also: The best Android phones to buy in 2025 For Android users, Google offers a variety of tools and technologies to defend you against scammers, malware, and other threats to your security and privacy. In a bl

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This Cheap Surfshark VPN + Antivirus Bundle Feels Illegal (But It’s Not)

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-08-26 07:30:01

The new Surfshark bundle practically pays for itself. Who needs a free VPN when you can enjoy virus protection and online privacy for pennies? If you act fast, Surfshark can be yours at a ridiculously low price. When things look too good to be true, something’s always off. Not today. Explore the Surfshark bundle, save big, and enjoy your summer vacation free of viruses, prying eyes, and other online nasties for a pocket change! Grab Surfshark At 85% Off Here Surfshark 2-in-1 Bundle Explained

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Updating to Android 16 gives you 2 useful security features - but you need to enable them

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-30 13:20:16

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Google released Android 16 a bit earlier than expected, and although it was missing some crucial features, there are key additions to the platform that go a long way to improve security. This was an important step forward, as the need for improved security grows every year. Without companies like Google, Apple, and others upping the ante on security, the mobile space would wind up the wild west of the technological landscape, with ne'er-do-wells poppi

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2 clever ways Android 16 guards your security - but you need to enable them

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-09-01 11:35:48

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Google released Android 16 a bit earlier than expected, and although it was missing some crucial features, there are key additions to the platform that go a long way to improve security. This was an important step forward, as the need for improved security grows every year. Without companies like Google, Apple, and others upping the ante on security, the mobile space would wind up the wild west of the technological landscape, with ne'er-do-wells poppi

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Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban

news.ycombinator.com Kayla Guo 2025-09-03 10:43:22

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The best antivirus software of 2025

zdnet.com Charlie Osborne 2025-09-13 02:00:19

Cyber threats are constantly evolving. While most devices come with built-in antivirus software, these programs may not offer comprehensive protection. A dedicated antivirus program detects threats like phishing, ransomware, trojans, and worms. The service will also alert you when you visit suspicious websites, try to download or execute potentially malicious software, or if malware otherwise finds its way to your system. You can also perform regular scans to remove threats from your system with

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Dbrand’s Killswitch is the best all-around Switch 2 case

theverge.com Cameron Faulkner 2025-09-16 15:24:47

is an editor covering deals and commerce. He joined in 2018, and served as commerce editor at Polygon until May 2025. I’ve been checking out a lot of new Switch 2 accessories recently, almost all of which were produced before the companies that made them ever touched a real Switch 2. Even a millimeter’s difference in dimensions could completely throw off a design, and some products I’ve tried lack a perfect fit. For example, Genki’s Attack Vector has problems, which the company is now reworking

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Android 16 introduces Advanced Protection mode to fortify your phone against threats

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-18 18:00:01

From harmful apps to insecure connections, there are all kinds of risks you’re exposed to. Thankfully, Android features a range of security settings to keep your device and data protected from these threats. To take this protection even further, Google is rolling out an Advanced Protection mode with Android 16 . Today, Android 16 is coming to eligible devices, and with it, Advanced Protection mode. As Android 16 beta users are aware, this isn’t the first time we’ve seen this feature, but now it

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Everything you need to know about Apple’s changes to encryption in the UK

9to5mac.com Chance Miller 2025-06-04 15:21:36

Apple today announced that it has removed its Advanced Data Protection feature in the UK. The decision comes after the UK government ordered Apple to build a worldwide backdoor into iCloud encryption. Instead of complying with that order, Apple chose to remove the feature in the UK. There’s a huge piece of nuance getting missed in a lot of the coverage of today’s announcement. Apple is not “removing end-to-end encryption” from the UK as some headlines have suggested. The company is removing the

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Apple is removing iCloud end-to-encryption features from the UK after government compelled it to add backdoors

9to5mac.com Benjamin Mayo 2025-06-04 15:03:00

Apple is removing the option to enable Advanced Data Protection for iCloud users in the United Kingdom. This feature let users fully protect their data stored in iCloud with end-to-end encryption. However, a recent UK government order forces companies like Apple to put backdoors in its encryption systems. Rather than comply and compromise Advanced Data Protection, Apple is left with no choice but to remove the feature altogether. In a statement to 9to5Mac, Apple said that current users of ADP i

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Is your phone truly waterproof? Here's what the IP rating tells you

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-06-04 15:39:03

Just how water-resistant is that box filled with electricity? Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I remember a time when you wouldn't dare let water anywhere near a smartphone or power bank, as it would almost certainly mean disaster. Today, however, most smartphones are designed to be water- and dust-resistant to some extent, and even gadgets like power banks and portable power stations are following suit. Also: The best portable power stations you can buy But how can you determine exactly how wate

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Latest Tech News

Two new Android 16 security features protect you better - how to switch them on now

Google reveals details on Android’s Advanced Protection for Chrome

Google could soon protect your Android device from dangerous PWAs and WebAPKs (APK teardown)

Samsung reveals One UI 8’s major security upgrades, coming first to Fold 7, Flip 7

Why AO3 Was Down

Your Samsung phone will get Android 16’s powerful Advanced Protection mode in One UI 8

I tested a bunch of Switch 2 screen protectors, and these are the best

Do We Need to Wear Sunscreen Indoors? This Is What a Skin Expert Says

If you’re using Android 16, you should turn on this important security feature ASAP

Your Android phone is getting a big security upgrade for free - here's what's new

This Cheap Surfshark VPN + Antivirus Bundle Feels Illegal (But It’s Not)

Updating to Android 16 gives you 2 useful security features - but you need to enable them

2 clever ways Android 16 guards your security - but you need to enable them

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban

The best antivirus software of 2025

Dbrand’s Killswitch is the best all-around Switch 2 case

Android 16 introduces Advanced Protection mode to fortify your phone against threats

Everything you need to know about Apple’s changes to encryption in the UK

Apple is removing iCloud end-to-encryption features from the UK after government compelled it to add backdoors

Is your phone truly waterproof? Here's what the IP rating tells you

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