Srinagar, May 15 -- Google has unveiled a powerful new set of security enhancements with Android 16, designed to make stolen phones virtually worthless to thieves. Announced during the recent Android Show event, the upcoming mobile OS update introduces a feature called Advanced Protection, which incorporates a range of tools aimed at preventing unauthorized access and resale of stolen devices.

Once a phone is upgraded to Android 16, users will have the option to activate Advanced Protection. This security suite includes Intrusion Logging, Inactivity Reboot, USB Protection, the ability to disable auto-connect to insecure Wi-Fi networks, and upcoming integration with Scam Detection for Phone, expected later this year.

One of the key featu...