Google is expanding its security capabilities by making the Chrome app on Android function as a 2-step verification (2SV) method when someone signs in on a new device.

After users attempt to sign in on a new device, they will receive a prompt on their phone asking if they are trying to sign in. The Google Prompt message opens a full-screen page asking, “Are you trying to sign in?” with the options “Yes” and “No, that's not me” at the bottom of the screen.

Then another message appears saying, “Someone is trying to sign in to your account from a nearby device.” Users are prompted to confirm on their phone that they are indeed signing in on another device. Finally, a “Connecting to your device” message appears with a rotating animation that resembles typical phone security measures.

The new feature uses cABLE (cloud-enabled Bluetooth Low Energy) for its security controls. Bluetooth Low Energy refers to a device that uses Bluetooth technology on a low frequency band to communicate with other devices. The technology is known for its short connection times but high data rates. This communication is made possible via the Google Cloud.