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Unlock your phone less

Your phone doesn’t have to be locked all the time.
Your phone doesn’t have to be locked all the time. Screenshot: Android

Having a secure screen lock in place is essential for protecting your phone, but unlocking your handset dozens of times while sitting on the sofa can be annoying. Extend Unlock via Security and privacy, and More security and privacy in Settings can help.

It keeps your phone unlocked if you’re in a trusted place, if your phone detects it’s on your person, or if a trusted device (like a smartwatch) is nearby. Use it with care, though—you need to balance security and convenience carefully.