by dbadmin | Nov 21, 2024 | Android, backup, News, passwords
Credit: Damien Wilde / Android Authority Android’s Credential Manager API is getting a new Restore Credentials feature that backs up and restores app login states as part of the Android system’s backup and restore process. Developers can do some background work to...
by dbadmin | Oct 17, 2024 | News, Password Manager, passwords
Credit: Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority There’s currently no easy way to move passkeys between different providers, which makes switching operating systems harder for certain users. The FIDO Alliance is aware of this limitation and has published a working draft of...
by dbadmin | Mar 1, 2024 | Google, News, Password Manager, passwords
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority Google could be working on a password-sharing functionality within Google Password Manager that is distributed through Google Play Services. The feature was spotted within Play Services, and the UI was activated through a...
by dbadmin | Feb 6, 2024 | Google, News, passwords
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority People in a Google family group can now easily share passwords with each other. Google is also offering an easier way to access parental controls. Google offers a solid list of features if you’re using a family group, such as a...
by dbadmin | Jan 31, 2024 | News, passwords
Credit: Google Google’s updated Password Manager is now available on Pixel 5a and newer Pixel phones and the Pixel Tablet. This updated Google Password Manager can identify accounts that support passkey and help users upgrade to a passkey within a few clicks. Google...
by dbadmin | Oct 10, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Google, News, passwords
Credit: Google Google is making passkeys the default option to sign into personal Google Accounts. Users will be able to create and use a passkey the next time they sign in. They will also get an option to opt out and continue using passwords. For most people, a...
