A phone is snatched every eight minutes in London — but iPhones could soon get this Android-inspired upgrade to frustrate thieves
Apple is reportedly developing a new theft protection feature for iPhones that could automatically lock the device if it is snatched. This feature would utilize the iPhone's sensors to detect when it has been quickly taken from a user's hands. With phone thefts occurring every eight minutes in London, this upgrade aims to enhance security and protect users' personal information.
- ▪A phone is stolen every eight minutes in London, highlighting the severity of phone theft in the city.
- ▪Apple's new feature would lock the iPhone automatically if it detects a sudden theft, using sensors like the accelerometer.
- ▪The feature aims to prevent thieves from accessing personal information by requiring passcode or biometric authentication after the device is locked.
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Phones A phone is snatched every eight minutes in London — but iPhones could soon get this Android-inspired upgrade to frustrate thieves News By Alex Blake published 27 May 2026 Fighting back against the thieves When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images / ullstein bild Dtl.) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter A report claims Apple is working on a new theft protection feature for iOSThis will automatically lock your iPhone if it’s stolenIt uses your iPhone’s sensors to detect if it’s been snatched from your handsPhone theft has become…
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