Nowadays, smartphones are more than just compact devices made for calling or chatting with others. They’re portable computers, and at the same time, they’re extensions of our lives. A smartphone holds ...

There is no universal Samsung pattern unlock master code that can remove a forgotten pattern, PIN, or password from a modern ...

Google may soon let you unlock your Android device with your Google account credentials if you forget your PIN, avoiding factory resets.

Losing access to your phone due to a forgotten unlock pattern, password, or PIN can be an exasperating ordeal. It ranks among the most frustrating experiences one can encounter, especially considering ...

John is a writer at Pocket-lint. He is passionate about all things technology, and is always keeping up with the latest smartphone and PC releases. John has previously written at MobileSyrup. When ...

I never use Face ID or fingerprints to unlock my phone or to hide apps, andstick to PINs and unlock patterns. Using my face or fingerprint is faster and more convenient, but these methods offer ...

In the age of mobile computing, security is more important than ever. Protecting your data from those who could use it to cause you harm is a never-ending battle. While an alphanumeric password is ...

Users of Android devices can unlock the display by entering a pattern. This function is convenient and thus popular – however, less secure than locking with a PIN. An international research team thus ...