It turns out that your smartphone can be lost in vulnerability, which exposes you to the risk of tracking. To deal with this, Google is developing a new security function in Android 16 This prevents users if their device uses a fake or unsafe mobile network or if this network requests identifying information about the connected device.
Nevertheless, these functions will probably not be available until the next generation of Android devices, as first reported Android AuthorityThe field since in the current Android devices there are not enough equipment to support these functions, the first compatible Android device, which we could see using this technology, can be Pixel 10 It is expected that it will debut later this summer.
This function is designed to counteract the cells of the cells of the cells, or devices that act as a cell tower and deceive nearby devices in connecting to it. After connecting, these simulators can receive confidential information, for example, the location of the smartphone. These simulators of the cellular site are better known for their commercial nickname, Stingray, and were It is reportedly used Such agencies as the United States, immigration and customs law enforcement, as well as customs and border protection.
The upcoming security functions are available as part Last update of Android OSwhich was released earlier this month. Compatible devices will be able to turn on or off “network notifications”, which warns you if your device connects to an unencrypted network or when the connected network requests unique identifiers of your phone. In addition, there is another option that allows you to include “2G network protection” to avoid a less safe type of mobile network.