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New Android Identity Check locks settings outside trusted locations

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Feed Name: Bleeping Computer

Date Published: 2025-01-23

Date Updated: 2026-04-20

Author: Bill Toulas

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Google announced a new Android Identity Check feature that requires biometric authentication to access sensitive settings outside trusted locations and expanded availability of its AI-powered Theft Detection Lock; Identity Check launches on Pixel (Android 15) and Samsung Galaxy (One UI 7), while Theft Detection Lock is rolling out to Android 10+ devices, with both features enabled via Settings → Google account → All services → Theft Protection.

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