Google is launching a new artificial intelligence (AI) that can determine whether your phone has been snatched from your hand or taken from a table, and automatically lock it for security purposes. This feature was announced at Google's I/O conference and utilizes advanced AI technology on phone sensors to detect suspicious actions. It will be released as part of Android 15, but will also be available for users with older operating systems such as Android 10. In the coming months, Google will also introduce several other security measures, including a private space for hiding sensitive applications and additional authentication steps. Automatic theft protection after phone theft The automatic anti-theft detection will use sensors such as the accelerometer and gyroscope in the phone to detect the moment it is taken. Google studied common ways in which phones are stolen and had employees recreate scenarios to gather data and input on phone theft. They found that if a thief takes an unlocked phone, such as snatching it from the user's hand, they usually open the camera to prevent the phone from automatically locking. The new anti-theft technology will prevent them from doing so. A new offline device locking feature will also be added. Thieves often turn off devices to prevent remote locking, but with this feature enabled, the phone will automatically lock after a predetermined offline time. Phone theft is a nerve-wracking experience with potentially serious consequences, so Google is also making it easier for users to remotely lock their phones. Previously, users had to log in to "Find My Device" to perform this action, but remembering login details under pressure can be difficult. Therefore, you will be able to lock the phone screen using just your phone number and security prompts. This is not the only AI technology announced by Google at this year's I/O conference. The company is also incorporating AI into its search engine and introducing Veo, a generative AI model that converts text into videos.