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App lock is finally coming to Android: Pixel up first, Samsung may be next

A way to lock specific apps behind a security check is now in testing through Android 17’s latest beta.

5 good lock modules that enable powerful customization on Samsung phones

Samsung phones usually don't compromise on customizability, but if you really want to take it up a notch, you should ...

Samsung phones could finally get proper app lock with One UI 9.5

Samsung phones don't have a native app lock feature, as you need to use Secure Folder. A new leak suggests this could change with One UI 9.5.
iTechify

Android 17 App Lock Pixel: How the New Feature Works

Android 17 App lock Pixel feature lets you secure individual apps with biometrics or a PIN. Here's how it works and how to ...
Android Police

Here’s how Android 17’s App Lock will handle notifications

Chethan is a reporter at Android Police, focusing on the news coverage for the site. He has covered tech for over a decade for multiple publications, including Times Internet, Guiding Tech, Android ...
CNET

Lock It Up: Android 17’s Latest QPR2 Beta Introduces a Built-In App Lock

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 ...
Android Police

Android's native App Lock feature may arrive next year

Chethan is a reporter at Android Police, focusing on the news coverage for the site. He has covered tech for over a decade for multiple publications, including Times Internet, Guiding Tech, Android ...
9to5google

Samsung may be adding ‘App Lock’ to its Android 15 update, separate from Secure Folder

Locking apps seems to be a growing trend, with Google introducing “Private Space” on Pixel and Apple following suit as well. Now, Samsung appears to be gearing up to launch “App Lock” in its Android ...