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Apple develops AutoLock anti-theft feature for iPhones

According to MacRumors, new references in the iOS 27.2 beta indicate that Apple is developing an anti-theft feature called "AutoLock" for iPhones. The feature utilizes the gyroscope, accelerometer, and a paired Apple Watch to detect when a device is snatched from the user's hand.

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Apple develops AutoLock anti-theft feature for iPhones
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Key facts

  1. 01The feature is internally named "AutoLock" and is currently under development in the latest iOS 27.2 beta.
  2. 02It uses the iPhone's gyroscope and accelerometer to determine if the device has been grabbed.
  3. 03The system also relies on a paired Apple Watch to detect when the iPhone suddenly moves away from the owner's wrist.

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