New Update: Google's Offline Device Lock Feature Limited to Twice Daily Usage (APK Teardown)

Tech & AI | July 4, 2024, 1:44 p.m.

Google announced new theft protection features for Pixel phones during Google I/O, including theft detection lock, offline device lock, and remote lock. In a recent APK teardown, Android Authority managed to manually activate the offline device lock feature. This feature will lock your device if it detects a potential thief disconnecting it for an extended period. Surprisingly, the offline device lock feature only auto-locks twice per day, a detail not mentioned in Google's announcement. Users in Brazil can access these new features through beta testing, but there is no timetable for a wider release. For those interested in testing the features, a form must be filled out to gain access. Stay tuned for updates on when these theft prevention features will be available globally.