Usually, you don’t want people poking around on your device. There are ways to stop this, including biometrics and passcodes, but Android users don’t have many privacy options once someone — whether ...

The Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 update that Google sent out on Friday has several new features that were unexpectedly included and we might all benefit from. For one, a new “App Lock” feature brings ...

Apple has improved iPhone security and privacy with iOS 18. One of the valuable new features is the ability to require Face ID for individual apps as well as putting them in a hidden folder. Read ...

Samsung has confirmed the inclusion of an app lock feature in its forthcoming One UI 9.5 update, signaling a significant step forward in mobile privacy and security. This highly anticipated feature ...

iOS 18 will offer a new security feature that allows users to lock individual apps, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. This feature will give users the option to lock built-in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Zak Doffman writes about cybersecurity, surveillance and privacy. Updated on Jan. 13 with further updates on locking apps on ...

Aadhaar Lock Feature 2026: Aadhaar cardholders in India now have another way to protect their personal information from unauthorised use. According to an October 8, 2026 report, the Aadhaar app has ...

From border crossings to data breaches, there are more reasons than ever to protect your smartphone. Here's a practical guide to securing your device and your digital life. From taking notes to ...

Apple’s iOS 18 update brings an innovative feature to iPhone users: the ability to lock individual apps using Face ID or Touch ID. This new functionality adds an extra layer of security and privacy to ...