Protect yourself against SIM swapping and more security threats by setting up a SIM PIN right now.
Google’s system basically keeps all the security of a SIM PIN, while removing all the inconvenience. Just make sure you jot down the Android-managed PIN somewhere secure, in case your phone ever dies ...
Editor’s note: We’ve discovered a solution far simpler than setting a SIM PIN, so we’ve updated this story accordingly. A week ago, Ars Technica reported on a flaw within Apple’s iMessaging system.