Android to be getting its own version of Apple’s “Stolen Device Protection” feature
Android is reportedly stepping up its security game with a feature that could significantly reduce the risk of data theft in case your phone falls into the wrong hands. Dubbed “Identity Check”, this new addition aims to close a potential security gap that currently exists even with biometric authentication in place.
The problem currently lies in the fallback mechanism many Android apps use. Even if they primarily rely on fingerprint or facial recognition, they often allow users to enter their lock screen PIN or pattern as an alternative. This means that if someone steals your phone and happens to know your lock screen code, they could potentially bypass the biometric security and access sensitive data within those apps.
However, the upcoming “Identity Check” is designed to prevent this scenario.
