Google introduces “on-body detection”
Finding the right balance between security and convenience is hard, but those who favor the latter will be happy about a new feature Google is introducing to Android devices. “On-body detection” has been rolling out to devices, without much fanfare.
This is a feature that would pretty much keep your device unlocked while you are carrying it. Set the phone down and you will be asked for a password next time it is woken up. It’s a pretty simple feature that takes advantage of the accelerometer, but we know many of you will find it useful.
The feature was discovered in a Nexus 4 running Android 5.0.1. Nothing proves this feature is exclusive to any software versions, but all reports involve Nexus and new smartphones so far. We should find out more soon.
Opinion: Whether you will like this feature or not depends a lot on your preferences. I happen to like it because I am not a big fan of passwords and PIN numbers. Even it’s not the most secure way to use a phone, it may keep my private data from unsafe hands. I would still change all passwords if my phone is lost, though. You know… just in case.
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