Google is stepping up its device security game for Android users, with long-promised theft protection tools that are beginning to make their way to select devices this week. Spotted by Android journalist Mishaal Rahman on X (formerly Twitter),

Your Android phone should receive an AI-powered anti-theft upgrade soon that helps keep your personal information safe.

Google has introduced a significant security enhancement for Android smartphones, making them more resilient to theft. While the new feature won’t physically protect your phone, it adds a robust layer of security that makes it nearly useless to a thief if stolen.

The Edge Panel is an example of what Samsung Galaxy phones do really well: It gives you a ton of options and features to play around with. You get more choices when it comes to font styles and color modes on Galaxy phones, whereas Pixel phones tend to be a little simpler and more minimal across the interface and the settings screens.

Samsung's newest budget phone, the Galaxy A16, sets a new standard for software updates on budget Android phones — and we're impressed.

Samsung is setting a new record for Android updates per dollar, as the new Galaxy A16 has launched with a low price and 6 years of Android updates. Over the past year, the longevity of software support has become more important on Android,