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I pin my Android screen before handing it over to strangers, and you should too

Control what someone can see and do before handing them your phone.

Android 17 makes it harder for bad actors to guess and crack the PIN on your phone

Android 17 adds tougher lock-screen protections that limit failed PIN and password attempts, extend lockout timers, detect duplicate guesses, and make brute-force attacks harderThe Latest Tech News, D ...

Android 17's new lock screen trick could frustrate anyone trying to break into your phone

Google has detailed how Android 17 implements tougher lock screen security by drastically reducing PIN guess attempts and more.
Android Authority

LG's canceled rollable just embarrassed 2026 phones in a teardown video

YouTuber Zack Nelson of JerryRigEverything obtained and fully disassembled LG’s unreleased Rollable phone. The teardown shows LG’s impressively engineered device with a motorized expanding display ...
CNET

My Ultimate Smart Lock Installation Guide for DIYers

Upgrading to a smart lock is a DIY project -- if you know what you're doing. These steps will explain what instruction ...
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Your strong passwords mean nothing if your phone PIN is four digits

Smartphones contain sensitive data, and that's why they are safeguarded with thoughtful security measures. Many flagship ...
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Android 17 Introduces New Lock Screen Changes That Severely Limit PIN Guessing Attempts

Android 17 introduces stricter limits on failed PIN and password attempts, a hard cap of 20 incorrect entries and duplicate-guess detection. Google has also simplified lockout messages and added a ...