Google Rolls Out Android 15 Beta 2: Focuses on Security and Privacy Upgrades - Google has introduced Android 15 Beta 2, the latest preview of its upcoming major operating system update. This beta version is now available for download on Google Pixel smartphones and will gradually extend to select devices in the coming weeks.
The main focus of Android 15 is on boosting security and privacy features. This latest beta release offers significant improvements that are currently accessible only to beta testers.
New Security Feature: Private Space One of the standout features in Android 15 is "Private Space," highlighted during a Google I/O developer session. This new addition allows users to hide specific apps, such as finance, dating, or social media apps, in a secure area on their device. Apps in Private Space can be updated through a separate Play Store app and have their own storage, isolated from other apps on the device.
Google has made Private Space easy to access from the default app drawer in Android 15. Users can find this secure area by scrolling to the end of the app list. Additionally, Private Space can be protected with a separate passcode or biometric lock, ensuring the hidden apps remain completely concealed.
Enhanced Anti-Theft Measures To strengthen anti-theft protections, Android 15 introduces several new security measures. These include stricter protocols to prevent unauthorized access to reset devices without the correct Google account credentials. Users will need to authenticate via biometrics for tasks like adjusting screen timeout settings, accessing passkeys, or disabling the Find My Device feature.
One notable anti-theft feature is "Theft Detection Lock," which automatically locks the device if it detects sudden movements that suggest a potential theft. Additionally, the "Offline Device Lock" feature ensures the device locks automatically when internet access is disabled, a tactic often used by thieves.
For those worried about losing their smartphones, Android 15 offers a "Remote Lock" feature. This allows users to remotely lock or wipe their device using an alternate phone number if the device is stolen. These anti-theft features aim to make smartphones more secure and will be available later this year on devices running Android 10 and newer versions.
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