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"Enhanced Privacy Features in Android 15: Hiding Apps, Notifications, and Location Sharing"
technology1 year ago

"Enhanced Privacy Features in Android 15: Hiding Apps, Notifications, and Location Sharing"

Google is enhancing the Private Space feature for Android 15, allowing users to create a separate profile to hide apps and notifications. New settings include the ability to automatically lock the private space, hide sensitive notifications on the lock screen, and install apps directly into the private profile. The feature is expected to provide more control over app privacy and may be specifically integrated for Pixel users.

Android 14's Screenshot Detection System Gains Popularity Among Apps
technology2 years ago

Android 14's Screenshot Detection System Gains Popularity Among Apps

Android 14 introduces a screenshot detection API that allows apps to detect when a user takes a screenshot, providing benefits for both developers and end users. Developers can easily detect and potentially block screenshots for privacy or security reasons, while users are notified when an app detects a screenshot. Some apps, like the German shopping app "OTTO," have already implemented this functionality, but it is not widely adopted yet.