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New Android security setting spots bad networks and fake cell towers

Hacker News
· July 5, 2026

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A new Android security setting can detect and identify potentially malicious networks and fake cell towers. This feature is intended to enhance user security by alerting them to potential threats. The setting can be enabled by users to help protect their devices from bad networks. The capability to spot fake cell towers is particularly notable as it can help prevent certain types of attacks. Users can find instructions on how to enable this security setting in a related article.

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