Google Introduces Theft Detection Features for Android

CosmicTaco · 2024-10-06T21:54:50.109709+05:30

- Google is launching new features to deter phone theft, including **Theft Detection Lock** and **Offline Device Lock**. - Theft Detection Lock uses AI to lock the screen when it detects theft-like motion. - Offline Device Lock activates when the device is offline for a certain period. - A third feature, **Remote Lock**, allows users to lock their phone using their phone number. - These features are rolling out gradually and are supported on Android 10 and up. Source: [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/5/24262810/google-theft-detection-lock-rolling-out-android)

Google is launching new features to deter phone theft, including Theft Detection Lock and Offline Device Lock.
Theft Detection Lock uses AI to lock the screen when it detects theft-like motion.
Offline Device Lock activates when the device is offline for a certain period.
A third feature, Remote Lock, allows users to lock their phone using their phone number.
These features are rolling out gradually and are supported on Android 10 and up.

Source: The Verge