Apple Developing iPhone Anti-Snatching Feature That Locks Stolen Phones Instantly
Apple is working on a new feature for iPhones that will lock the device instantly if it is snatched from the owner's hand. This feature will utilize various sensors and a paired Apple Watch to detect sudden movements. It aims to enhance security by preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information in the event of theft.
- ▪Apple is developing a feature that locks iPhones if they are snatched from the owner's hand.
- ▪The feature will use sensors like the gyroscope and accelerometer to detect theft.
- ▪It will activate Stolen Device Protection to secure sensitive information on the device.
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Apple Developing iPhone Anti-Snatching Feature That Locks Stolen Phones InstantlyWednesday May 27, 2026 2:00 pm PDT by Juli CloverApple is developing a new feature that will lock your iPhone if it's snatched from your hand by a thief, according to Apple code seen by 9to5Mac. The option will use the gyroscope, accelerometer, and other sensors to determine when an iPhone has been grabbed. It'll also rely on a paired Apple Watch to detect when the iPhone has suddenly moved away from the owner's wrist. Once the iPhone is yanked from your hand, it will lock and activate Stolen Device Protection to prevent thieves from accessing information on it. Stolen Device Protection adds extra security to your iPhone when you're away from familiar locations like home or work.
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