Google adds a new security feature to androids advanced protection arsenal – Breaking News & Latest Updates 2026
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Google adds a new security feature to Android’s Advanced Protection arsenal.

Advanced Protection, which launched last year as an option for people who need stronger security safeguards, will now automatically lock down a device if it detects repeated authentication failures within settings menus and apps.

This builds upon several other capabilities available with Advanced Protection, including features that block unknown USB chargers and prevent apps from abusing accessibility features.

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