Google fixing Android lock screen bug that lets Gemini send SMS without a PIN
Google is addressing a security vulnerability allowing Gemini to send SMS messages from locked Android devices without requiring a PIN.
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Google is addressing a security vulnerability allowing Gemini to send SMS messages from locked Android devices without requiring a PIN.
Google is updating Android backup protocols, introducing local storage options for Documents while providing new controls over SMS and RCS data synchronization.