Smartphones are a big part of our lives today, and the best smartphones serve as more than just phones. They hold memories like photos and videos, and also protect other important things such as ...

If you want to temporarily enhance security on your Android device, such as a Google Pixel 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, consider using an app lock. You've probably found yourself in a situation ...

This is my simple way to lock apps on my iPhone using the Shortcuts app. I walk through how I set up a shortcut that locks the screen when a specific app is opened. I picked Facebook in this example, ...

Before you use iOS 18's new ability to lock and hide apps, be sure you know how to find them again when you need them. Since your iPhone is already protected by Face ID, it might seem like a case of ...

To lock WhatsApp on your phone, go to the app's settings and enable fingerprint lock or FaceID. You'll need to unlock your phone each time you close WhatsApp or after one to 30 minutes. You can ...

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 ...

Set your iPad into kiosk mode and pass it around without worrying about someone opening other apps or accessing unwanted content through an accessibility feature called Guided Access. Does your ...