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App Lock Is Finally Coming to Android: Pixel Up First, Samsung May Be Next

Android users may soon have a new way to secure their apps, as Google and Samsung roll out native app lock features.

By · Published August 17, 2026 at 21:44 UTC · Updated August 19, 2026 at 21:53 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Android users may soon have a new way to secure their apps, as Google and Samsung roll out native app lock features.
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Google is rolling out a native app lock feature to Android devices, starting with Pixel phones. The feature is part of a broader trend of enhanced security measures for mobile operating systems.

Samsung is also expected to follow suit with its One UI 9.5 update, which includes a native app lock feature. The update also introduces new Search and Finder tools, as well as App Mirroring.

The rollout of these features comes as both companies aim to enhance user privacy and security. The timing of the rollout for Samsung devices has not been specified.

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The obvious questions

Which Android devices will get the app lock feature first?

Pixel phones will be the first to receive the app lock feature.

What other features are included in the One UI 9.5 update?

The One UI 9.5 update includes a new Search and Finder tool, as well as App Mirroring.

When will Samsung devices receive the app lock feature?

The timing of the rollout for Samsung devices has not been specified.

Topics

Android App Lock Pixel Samsung One UI 9.5 Mobile Security

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