Following the announcement of Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, and Remote Lock at I/O 2024, Android users in Brazil are now the first to test these new security features.
Utilizing on-device sensors and models, Android can now detect if your phone is snatched and the thief is running, biking, or driving away with it. Theft Detection Lock will automatically lock your phone in such scenarios.
Offline Device Lock, on the other hand, will activate if someone steals your device and turns off the internet, preventing the thief from accessing any further data.
Additionally, Remote Lock allows you to lock your phone by calling a number and performing a security challenge, offering a faster alternative to logging into Find My Device on another device.
These features are set to roll out via Play services (Android 10+) later this year. Google highlighted how “Brazilian user feedback inspired these anti-theft features, and the country will be the first to test them out.”
