12 new security features coming to Android phones in 2026

Google has detailed several new and previously known Android security features that users can expect to roll out this year.
Wired

Android ‘Find My Device’ Has Gotten a Major Upgrade. Here’s What’s New

In recent years, device location features from Apple, Google, and Samsung have made it easier than ever to find a missing phone. You're often able to fire up a map on your laptop or another device and ...

WhatsApp will stop working on some Android phones in 2026. Check which smartphones are affected and when will it happen

WhatsApp will stop working on Android phones running versions older than Android 6.0 starting September 8, 2026. This means ...
NewsBytes

Android's biggest security upgrade yet is coming in 2026

Google unveiled 12 cutting-edge Android security features at The Android Show I/O Edition, promising enhanced protection and ...
Android Authority

Android 15's virtual machine mandate is aimed at improving security

Google is requiring new chipsets that launch with Android 15 support to implement support for the Android Virtualization Framework. The Android Virtualization Framework provides a secure and private ...

WhatsApp will not work on these Android smartphones from September: Report

WhatsApp will stop working on older Android phones from September 2026, as it raises system requirements and adds new ...
Android Police

Android OS updates: How long will your phone be supported?

Chris Wedel is a seasoned technology journalist with a rich background writing for top publications like CNET, Android Police, and Digital Trends. His work spans the consumer electronics landscape, ...
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Google's Big Bet: Adding Native Android App Support to Chrome Could Result in a Robust OS

Google's Big Bet: Adding Native Android App Support to Chrome Could Result in a Robust OS ...