Intrusion Detection is expected to land with the stable version of Android 16 QPR3, which should roll out in March 2026.

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Advanced Protection is rolling out with Android 16. Using this feature will turn on several of Android’s highest-tier security settings. You won’t be able to adjust individual security settings until ...

Advanced Protection locks key Android 16 security settings. Blocks sideloading, spam, unsafe links, and insecure networks. Not on by default. You must enable it in ...

Android 16 is preparing to add a new Android Advanced Protection Mode service. This service lets users enroll their device into Advanced Protection Mode via Settings. Apps can check if you’re enrolled ...

Android 16 adds stronger default protection for all users. Identity Check helps block access outside trusted locations. Advanced Protection shields against apps, networks, and scams. Although Google's ...

Google announced today that passkeys are now available for high-risk users when enrolling in the Advanced Protection Program, which provides the strongest level of account security. The Advanced ...

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Apple's new Advanced Data Protection is one of the most notable changes to arrive with the iOS 16.2 update. Simply put, this tier of data safety enables end-to-end encryption for a wider variety of ...