Google had lock screen widgets enabled at some point but removed the option when Android 5.0 (Lollipop) was released in late 2014. There was a weather app, clock widgets, a trip overview from your ...

The Android lock screen has evolved many times over the years. There have been various slide-to-unlock methods, and OEMs have always put their own spin on things. As it turns out, there are also a lot ...

iOS provides developers with an API to lock apps with Face ID or Touch ID. However, not every app has this option, and there’s no way to completely hide apps from your device. Luckily, “App Lock” is a ...

A popular mobile app is bringing access to Reddit to the iPhone Lock Screen with iOS 16. The new version of the Apollo for Reddit iOS app has embraced the iOS 16 feature that allows third-party ...

A leaker recently unveiled a new feature from Samsung called 'App Lock,' claiming it will join the next Android 15 update, also known as One UI 7 for South Korean tech. This means that this feature ...

With growing concerns about digital privacy, many people look for ways to keep their personal apps safe from unwanted access. While third-party applications are commonly used for this purpose, most ...

Many Android phones come with built-in personalization features to make the devices look uniquely yours, and Samsung is no exception. However, unlike most brands that bake these features into Settings ...

Google’s lock screen widgets not only make information available at a glance but also let you access search with a tap. Image: Andy Wolber/TechRepublic In October 2022, Apple made it easier to get ...

Android Automotive is reportedly getting an app lock feature to increase privacy for the in-car operating system. Like ...

Google’s new Sensitive App Protection feature for Android Automotive lets you PIN-lock specific apps to hide them from passengers.