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The three main features that Android users can activate are Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, and Remote Lock. These features work by detecting sudden, jerky movements that are common in theft scenarios, going into lock mode when the device goes offline, and allowing the user to remotely lock their device, respectively. The development of these features involved extensive research into smartphone theft methods worldwide and role-playing of these scenarios for training data.
The anti-theft features use AI and machine learning for pattern recognition and to predict potential theft scenarios. The AI model is not static and will continually be updated with new theft scenarios as criminals modify their behavior. This ongoing learning process will help improve the effectiveness of the anti-theft features over time.
Users can activate these features by going to the 'Theft protection' tab in their device settings. It's important to note that the device needs to be running at least Android 10 to use these features, and the latest Android 15 software provides additional security options. Users are also advised to add a passcode to their device for added security.
We use AI to compile those traces into a model to try to predict the next time when a snatch happens. For Android owners, this process is done using on-device models - Jianing Sandra Guo, Android Security and Privacy Product Manager at Google
