The latest Android 17 beta fixes a major Quick Settings security issue
Google finally lets you lock down Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Mobile Data, and Airplane Mode toggles on the lock screen.
Google has rolled out a major security update in the Android 17 QPR 3 Beta 2 beta version. This update specifically addresses a significant security flaw in the Quick Settings feature. With this update, users can now lock the connectivity tiles on their phone's Quick Settings menu. This means that these tiles, which control features such as Airplane mode, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Mobile Data, cannot be turned on or off without unlocking the device.
This new security feature adds an extra layer of protection against unauthorized access and potential theft of the device. It ensures that even if a thief gains access to a stolen device, they won't be able to disable important connectivity features, thereby making it harder to track the stolen device. This update was initially spotted in June and again a few months later, but it was not yet available to users.
However, Google has now enabled this feature in the Android 17 QPR 3 Beta 2 beta version, and users can now test it out on their devices.
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