android nougat – PSafe Blog https://www.psafe.com/en/blog Articles and news about Mobile Security, Android, Apps, Social Media and Technology in general. Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:49:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cropped-psafe_blog_purple-shield-32x32.png android nougat – PSafe Blog https://www.psafe.com/en/blog 32 32 <![CDATA[Security Features of the Android 7.0 Nougat]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/security-features-android-7-0-nougat/ Fri, 23 Sep 2016 18:44:49 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=4062 Android 7.0 with Nougat (yep, that the system’s name) software was just released in early August. This Android is packed with updates, including a split-screen mode, notifications bundled by app, and, yes, even an awesome, secret cat collecting game. But, like most technology updates, Nougat also has some great new security features that are worth mentioning. Here are six of the big ones.

Improved Encryption
The encryption on the Nougat is more sophisticated than in systems past. The explanation can be confusing, but just know that it moves encryption to the file level to improve security.

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Data Saver
With the data saver mode running, you can make sure that any app running in the background of your phone won’t be able to send and receive data without your knowledge. Only sending and receiving data when you’re aware of it can improve your phone’s security.

Automatic Software Updates
It’s important that you update your apps whenever a fix is released — or you might compromise your phone’s security. Once a manufacturer or carrier approves and sends out an update, Nougat automatically updates your phone — without you having to do anything about it.

New and Improved System Backup and Restore
It’s an important part of a security package that you can restore your files to the state they were in before a hack or security breach. Android’s backup and restore system on 7.0 delivers. You can link your phone to your Google account and then restore your device’s settings, including accessibility and app permissions, whenever you link it to a new device.

Trusted Face
This new and improved feature lets you unlock your system by adding a picture of your face to unlock it. Older systems had this feature, as well, but Nougat recognizes your face in different lighting conditions and when you make changes to your appearance, like putting on glasses.

Folder-Specific App Access
In the new system, you can allow apps to access only specific folders on your operating system, rather than the entire system. That means that apps won’t be able to gain access to sensitive or private materials.

Even with a new operating system with updated security protections, you still need the security features PSafe Total provides. PSafe’s Antivirus feature keeps your phone protected from invaders 24 hours a day by constantly scanning your SD card and phone files for breaches. You need PSafe, even on your Android 7.0 Nougat.

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<![CDATA[The Secret Cat Collecting Mini-Game in Nougat]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/secret-cat-collecting-mini-game-nougat/ Fri, 12 Aug 2016 19:52:47 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=2906 If any lesson has been learned in 2016, it’s that people love catching things with their phones. Just recently, the pop culture craze of catching Pokemon erupted when the semi-virtual reality game Pokemon Go was released. And now… cats??

“Android Neko” is an Easter Egg game that can only be accessed when you dig deep into your phone. Keep in mind this game is only accessible to those who have the Android 7.0 Nougat, which is planned to be released in early August. Here’s how to do it.

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Steps for Accessing Android Neko

  1. Locate the settings app.
  2. Select “About Phone.”
  3. Tap on the “Android Version” button three times.
  4. Locate the big “N.” Tap on this three times, then press and hold.
  5. Find your notification panel — pull it down twice. This will expose the “quick settings” option.
  6. Click “Edit.”
  7. You should find a “???? Android Easter Egg” button on this screen. There should also be a cat head on it. Drag it up to your current tiles.
  8. After dragging it to your current tiles, the “???? Android Easter Egg” button should transform into a tile named “Empty Dish.”
  9. Tap on the empty dish. This should bring up options of foods to feed your new kitty. You get to choose between four items: treat, chicken, bits, or fish.
  10. Select which food option you desire and it should take over the empty dish tile.
  11. You’re almost there! Wait a little and you should receive a notification that reads: “A Cat is Here,” from “Android Neko.”
  12. You should now have a cat notification. You can click on this to view your collection of cats.
  13. You can rename your cat by tapping on it. If you press and hold the cat, you can share a high resolution image of your friend to whatever app you desire.

You’re finished! It’s much easier than trespassing on your neighbor’s lawn to capture a Pikachu. Android has not released any further details about this hidden game.

Make sure that you keep your new-found kitty safe with PSafe Total. With its anti-theft programming, you never have to worry about losing your phone while its anti-virus scans will keep your phone safe and sound.

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