Before starting with different troubleshooting methods, modify the power and sleep settings. Lock Screen timeout may not work if these settings are misconfigured. Here’s how you can configure them: ...

I am an author and features writer at Android Police. I primarily writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest smartphone apps and features for Android Police since joining the team in early ...

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

Google has paid out $70,000 to a security researcher for privately reporting an “accidental” security bug that allowed anyone to unlock Google Pixel phones without knowing its passcode. The lock ...

1. Open Settings on your iPhone. 2. Scroll down and tap Display & Brightness. 3. Tap on Auto-Lock. 4. Choose your preferred time period after which the iPhone screen should lock automatically. Options ...

You can’t really go too far when it comes to phone security, considering everything of importance we put on these compact devices—from bank account apps to our most intimate conversations—and while ...

Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Tyler has worked on, lived with ...

Android's notification panel is one reason I prefer it over the iPhone. I find Apple's approach to notifications lacking, with the Notification Center offering little utility. The experience is better ...

If checking the Pixel’s Security & privacy menu returns a “Google Account may be at risk” alert encouraging you to “Add a screen lock,” you’re not alone today. Appearing under “Google Security Checkup ...