Google Adding 'Repair Mode' to Pixel Phones in Android 14 to Protect User Data During Repairs

Google adding 'repair mode' to Pixel phones in Android 14, similar to Samsung's 'Maintenance Mode'
Repair mode creates secure environment to safely test Pixel devices while protecting user data
Repairers can fully test device functionality without accessing sensitive info
Repair mode will require Android 14 and a separate repair mode app from Google
Unclear if repair mode can be activated via USB cable if touchscreen fails

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Posted 9/20/2023, 10:13:00 PM