Android Device Manager update adds extra level of protection

January 29, 2014

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android_device_manager_app_icon Android Device Manager was a brilliant, much needed addition to Android back in August that allows users to remotely locate and wipe a lost or stolen device. In addition, you can change the password, lock the screen, and make the device ring so you can easily find it.

Today's update to the client adds an extra level of protection. A password will now be required every time the app is opened, and every time you switch accounts. This should prevent people from getting on your device and making unwanted changes to the security settings. Check out the updated app via the download link past the break.

Google Play Download Link

Aditya Thawardas Author

Born in India and raised in Tennessee, Aditya is currently a marketing/finance student in the College of Business Administration at the University of Pittsburgh. Aditya started off in the world of smartphones with a first generation iPhone, until he realized what he was doing and quickly switched to Android. He then got an HTC Aria, followed by a Samsung Captivate, and today he is a proud Samsung Galaxy S III owner. Aside from writing for Talk Android, he occasionally writes for the Tennessee Titans blog MusicCityMiracles.com, as is a huge Titans fan. In addition to the Titans, Aditya also loves all Pitt Panthers teams, the Nashville Predators, Memphis Grizzlies, and Pittsburgh Pirates. He also enjoys playing the guitar.