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Hadlee Simons / Android Authority
TL;DR
- Code found in the Google Personal Safety app suggests a new “Device info” option will allow users to view their IMEI number from the Emergency screen without unlocking the phone.
- This move contradicts Google’s previous rejection of a similar user request, where the company cited security risks and the sensitive nature of PII as reasons to keep the IMEI hidden on locked devices.
- While the feature could help law enforcement return lost or stolen devices…
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