Recently, I set up a new Android phone to review. The process went off exactly as expected and I ended up with a phone set up with the unlock PIN I typically use for review phones. After an update, ...

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 ...

Forgot your Android password? Use Google’s Find My Device to reset it remotely, or try a factory reset via the volume and power buttons. Samsung users can unlock their phones using Find My Mobile if ...

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If you forget your Android lock screen password, is there a way to unlock your phone? The short answer is no – you will have to factory reset your phone if it's locked to be able to use it again. And ...

A secure Android phone is a healthy Android phone. If you’re like me, the primary line of defense for your phone is a PIN. Sure, you may also use your phone’s fingerprint sensor or face unlock, but it ...

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Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...

It's not always easy to tell if an Android device is locked to a cellular/wireless provider, but there are methods to retrieve this information. If your device is locked, it will only take SIM cards ...