Google Launches AI-Powered Anti-Theft Features for Android Phones in Brazil

New technology detects theft movements and locks devices, addressing Brazil's rising phone theft rates.

Brazilian users will test AI features that lock screens based on theft detection and remote commands.
The initiative responds to Brazil's high phone theft rate, with nearly a million incidents in 2022.
Three locking methods include motion detection, remote locking via phone number, and automatic locking after internet disconnection.
Google plans to gradually roll out these features worldwide later this year.
Brazil's government app 'Celular Seguro' complements Google's efforts by allowing users to report and block stolen phones.