New DroidLock malware locks Android devices and demands a ransom

A new Android malware called DroidLock has emerged with capabilities to lock screens for ransom payments, erase data, access ...

Android 17 May Finally Let You Lock Apps Without Third-Party Tools

It looks like Android 17 will finally add native App Lock to Pixel, at least according to some code spotted by Android ...

Android 17 may finally add the native App Lock feature Pixel users have been waiting for

Google is working on a native App Lock feature, and it could arrive as early as Android 17 next year. Here's how it might work!
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Unlock your Samsung Galaxy with this One UI tweak

Samsung’s One UI already gives Galaxy owners more control over their phones than most Android skins, but a few lesser-known ...

Android 16 QPR2 update brings expanded dark theme, widget metrics, and SMS protection

Android 16 QPR2 will roll out over the air to Pixel devices soon. Non-Pixel users can access 64-bit system images through ...

7 Android features I forgot existed — but now can't live without

Unpinning usually involves a long gesture, such as holding Back + Home or swiping up and holding, followed by your usual unlock method. The exact steps may vary based on your phone model. If you ...
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Forgot Your Android PIN, Pattern Or Password? Try These Fixes

Many a times, we forget our smartphone's PIN, pattern or password. This usually happens when a phone is left abandoned for a long time. Even though fingerprint or face unlock has been registered, the ...
The Verge

Ultraloq adds Android tap-to-unlock to its Apple Home Key smart lock

The Ultraloq Bolt NFC now supports NFC unlocking on both iPhone and Android phones. The Ultraloq Bolt NFC now supports NFC unlocking on both iPhone and Android phones. The Ultraloq Bolt NFC smart lock ...
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ULTRALOQ Bolt NFC Brings Apple Home Key to Android Users

The ULTRALOQ Bolt NFC smart lock now offers seamless tap-to-unlock for Android users, mirroring the convenience of Apple Home Key, via a free software update. The upgrade makes the lock a universal ...
PC World

Android smartphones can now tap to unlock the Ultraloq Bolt NFC

One of the best features you’ll find on locks that support Apple Home Keys is the ability to open the lock simply by tapping your iPhone or Apple Watch against it. Owners of the Ultraloq Bolt NFC have ...
ZDNet

You can try Android 16's new lock screen widgets - if you have one of these phones

Lock screen widgets are returning to Android The feature is available now in beta for Pixel owners A public rollout is expected in December The latest Android beta is here, and it quietly dropped a ...
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OnePlus requires more users to get permission for bootloader unlock with Android 16

OnePlus is making a considerable change with its Android 16 update which will require users to fill out an application before having the ability to unlock their bootloader. In a post this week, ...