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What to Do If You Forget Your Android Phone's PIN, Pattern, or Password

Android secures your device by asking you for a PIN, pattern, or full password. What happens if you forget the security method you set up? If you're lucky, you can get back in easily—but that may not ...

I dialed these 14 secret codes to unlock hidden features on my Android and iPhone

ZDNET's key takeaways Use these codes to forward calls, pay your bill, check balances, etc.Some of the codes work only on ...
Android Authority

Is your Pixel phone missing Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock? How to enable it in Android 16 Beta 4

The toggle to enable the Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock feature is missing from Android 16 Beta 4, but it’s still possible to enable it via a hidden command. Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock allows Pixel ...
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Your Wear OS smartwatch may soon unlock your Android phone without a PIN

Imagine unlocking your Android phone without tapping in a PIN or scanning your fingerprint—just because your smartwatch is nearby. A new feature spotted in development could make that a reality, ...