Google has detailed how Android 17 implements tougher lock screen security by drastically reducing PIN guess attempts and more.

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With Android 17, Google introduces stricter limits for PIN entries on the lock screen. This should make guessing PINs or passwords significantly more difficult.

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Years after they were introduced and then removed from previous versions of Android, the latest beta for Android 15 QPR1 has arrived and brings back lock screen widget support, at least for tablets.