The iPhone could steal one of the best Android features — and I'm all for it
Apple is reportedly developing a Theft Detection Lock feature for iPhones, similar to one already available on Android devices. This feature aims to automatically lock the phone if it detects sudden snatch-like movements, enhancing security against theft. While details on the release date are not yet available, the development is currently active.
- ▪Apple is working on a Theft Detection Lock feature for iPhones.
- ▪The feature will use signals from the phone's accelerometer and distance from a paired Apple Watch to detect theft.
- ▪The system will adjust its security settings based on the user's location, becoming stricter when leaving familiar places.
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 12:18:01 +0000 |
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Phones iPhones The iPhone could steal one of the best Android features — and I'm all for it News By Tom Pritchard published 27 May 2026 Thieves are not going to like this When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Tom's Guide) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Theft Detection Lock is easily the best feature Google has added to Android over the past few years, and it seems that Apple may agree with that assessment.
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