Warning to All Android Phone Users
Google just implemented a new security measure within the past couple of months. Make sure you know your Google User ID and Password. If you have to perform a reset of your phone for any reason...
Forum Discussion
sch911 wrote:
I'm confused. Every Android device I've owned has required a Google password when reset. And if you do forget your password (some people do), the process to reset your Google password online is straightforward.
I agree, you can reset it online at Google.com. But when you enter the rest password in your reset phone Google assumes a reset phone and a reset password means the hone is stolen. It then locks the phone down for 72 hours.
