According to the cybersecurity expert, it only takes a locked SIM card to bypass Screen Lock on Pixel phones (Reuters) A recent security risk discovery may scare- many Android users.

Since the attacker could just bring his/her own PIN-locked SIM card, nothing other than physical access was required for exploitation.

A major exploit in Google Pixel smartphones has just been revealed, allowing an attacker to unlock and access your smartphone by switching out the SIM card. The issue has been discovered by David ...

To check if your Android phone is unlocked, try swapping in another SIM card or test your network settings. If calls work, ...

You can check if your device is locked through the IMEI information, or by switching out the SIM card, or by checking via the device's mobile settings.

Cybercriminals are targeting mobile users through SIM swap fraud. They trick operators to transfer numbers. This gives them access to sensitive accounts. Users should strengthen account security.

Criminals don't need a physical SIM card to make the swap. In most cases, they call the mobile carrier and impersonate a victim. Here's how to protect yourself.

One question we get all the time is whether or not an Android phone will work without a SIM card. Basically without having service from a carrier. Including what to do with old smartphones ...

(Subscriber Identity Module lock) A function in GSM cellphones that restricts the phone's use to a particular cellular carrier identified by a SIM card. SIM locks are used to ensure subscribers ...