@HuCo , I understand the frustration, but it’s important to know that this issue is being actively worked on. There are multiple topics and issues open on this, and it’s always helpful to look around for similar posts to stay updated. For example:
opened 02:03PM - 18 Feb 24 UTC
feature/sync
feature/password-manager
OS/Android
OS/ChromeOS
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## Description
It states I need to enable biometrics features/PIN first. The device doesn't have any biometrics features, however it does use encryption and I'm already using a PIN to unlock the device
## Steps to reproduce
1. Install any Brave version on Chromebook/Android (including Nightly, Beta)
2. Open Sync Preferences
3. Try to enable Password sync
## Actual result
See error message
## Expected result
Just work
## Issue reproduces how often
Everytime
## Version/Channel Information:
- Can you reproduce this issue with the current Play Store version? Yes
- Can you reproduce this issue with the current Play Store Beta version? Yes
- Can you reproduce this issue with the current Play Store Nightly version? Yes
## Device details
- Install type (ARM, x86): ARM
- Device type (Phone, Tablet, Phablet): Phone (Pixel 8 - Android 15), Chromebook Lenovo Duet Tablet
- Android version: Android 15 (beta), ChromeOS (stable, beta & dev)
## Brave version
Stable, Beta & Nightly
### Website problems only
- Does the issue resolve itself when disabling Brave Shields?
- Does the issue resolve itself when disabling Brave Rewards?
- Is the issue reproducible on the latest version of Chrome?
### Additional information
I’ve added it to a different roadmap to discuss and prioritise.
Some users have even reported progress:
There has been movement on this, and the team is addressing the issue. It’s a good idea to keep an eye on these updates.
