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My favorite Android 17 feature makes my Pixel much harder to break into

Your phone's device passcode will be stronger after updating to Android 17.

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.

This Android lock screen bug lets anyone text using Gemini without knowing your PIN

A newly discovered Gemini bug lets anyone bypass your Android PIN to send SMS and WhatsApp messages from a locked phone.
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Gemini lock screen bug allows anyone to send texts without unlocking your Android phone

Regardless of whether you’re using an iPhone 17, a Galaxy S26, or a Pixel 10, you are very likely to rely on your lock screen ...
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Android Lock Screen Customization: Everything You Need to Know

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Some Androids include a fingerprint reader that lets you unlock the device by scanning your fingerprint. This is often faster than ...

Android Lock Screen Bug Lets Gemini Send SMS Without a PIN, But a Fix is Coming

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The Android apps I used to take control of my lock screen

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...