Researchers say Android phone users can easily get their phone unlock by criminals

BTN STAFF

Researchers from Lancaster University, the University of Bath and Northwest University in China have conducted studies saying that your lock pattern on your Android phone is not that safe. 95% of 120 unique lock patterns were cracked in less than five attempts using video recording and computer  vision algorithm software. Although the average criminal probably won’t go through the trouble of using computer vision algorithm software; experts say it is better to use a pin than connecting the dots with your finger.

Source: http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/news/android-phone-lock-patterns-easy-to-crack-hack-thieves-warn-tech-experts-lancaster-university-a7543281.html

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *