Apple Develops Automatic Locking System Against iPhone Theft
Apple, with its new security system called AutoLock, developed to combat iPhone theft, automatically locks devices by detecting theft situations with artificial intelligence.
Apple has intensified its work on a new security technology to prevent the increasing number of iPhone thefts worldwide. This system, detected in the iOS 17.2 Beta 2 version and named “AutoLock,” aims to detect when a device is stolen using accelerometer and artificial intelligence, and to take immediate security measures.
This infrastructure developed by Apple analyzes the situation where the device is suddenly snatched from the hand and automatically locks the phone.
Thus, while preventing thieves from accessing personal data on the device, attempts to disconnect the device and disable remote tracking are also thwarted.
- Apple plans to detect theft with its new accelerometer and AI-based “AutoLock” technology.
- The developed security system automatically locks the device as soon as theft is detected, preventing information theft.
- The new feature neutralizes thieves’ attempts to prevent tracking by turning off the device’s internet connection.
Google Launched a Similar Security Infrastructure
The measures taken against theft in the technology world are not limited to Apple alone. Google had launched a similar defense system for Android operating system devices in 2024.
Initially tested in regions with high rates of snatching, such as Brazil, this technology was quickly rolled out in many countries worldwide.
This Android defense shield protects user data by identifying unusual device movements.
New Security Feature to be Released to Users in the New Year
Apple is working on this new system, which is expected to be made available to a wider audience with updates to be released next year. This technology, called “AutoLock,” will create a valuable security layer, especially for iPhone users in large cities.
The company aims to maximize device security without compromising user experience. The infrastructure, currently in the testing phase, appears to be taking the security standards of the iOS operating system to a higher level.
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