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[pytroman86]

My mobile setup · Setup v2
Updated Oct 1, 2026

My current setup

• Mobile model: X7 Pro
• Mobile operating system: Android
• Security and privacy apps: NextDNS
• Mobile browsers: Fennec
• File and photo backups: Filen, Proton, Google Drive
• Mobile brand: POCO

Spoiler: More configuration details

• Mobile OS version: Xiaomi HyperOS 3.0.302.0
• Mobile security update support: Supported - still receiving security updates
• Mobile system updates: I check and install updates manually
• Android security patch date: 2026-09-01
• App store(s): Google Play Store, F-Droid
• App updates: Check and install app updates manually
• Screen lock method: PIN
• Biometric security: Fingerprint(s)
• SIM and mobile number protection: Lock SIM card with a PIN
• Stolen Device Protection: Off
• Find a lost device: Off
• Firewall and VPN apps: NextDNS Pro
• Password and passkey manager: Bitwarden
• Phone & Caller ID: Orange Telephone, WinCalls
• Messaging: WhatsApp
• Music & Podcasts: Spotify, Musicolet
• Note-taking: Notesnook, ColorNote, FairNote
• Cloud storage: Filen Proton, Google Drive
• Two-factor authentication: Aegis
• Feedback preference: Detailed suggestions and alternatives welcome

Feedback on this setup is welcome.

 

[TairikuOkami]

Find a lost device: Off

Why disabled? You do not like being tracked, having Location enabled?

Stolen Device Protection: Off

Why disabled? It is an offline feature.

 

[pytroman86]

pytroman86's Mobile Security Config · Setup v3
Updated Oct 2, 2026

What changed

• Find a lost device: Off → Google Find Hub (formerly Find My Device)
• Google Play Protect settings: Older selection — review required → Scan apps with Play Protect
• Unknown tracker alerts: Older selection — review required → Not sure

Spoiler: Full setup snapshot

My current setup

• Mobile model: X7 Pro
• Mobile operating system: Android
• Security and privacy apps: NextDNS
• Mobile browsers: Fennec
• File and photo backups: Filen, Proton, Google Drive
• Mobile brand: POCO
• Mobile OS version: Xiaomi HyperOS 3.0.302.0
• Mobile security update support: Supported - still receiving security updates
• Mobile system updates: I check and install updates manually
• Google Play Protect settings: Scan apps with Play Protect
• Android security patch date: 2026-09-01
• App store(s): Google Play Store, F-Droid
• App updates: Check and install app updates manually
• Screen lock method: PIN
• Biometric security: Fingerprint(s)
• SIM and mobile number protection: Lock SIM card with a PIN
• Stolen Device Protection: Off
• Unknown tracker alerts: Not sure
• Find a lost device: Google Find Hub (formerly Find My Device)
• Firewall and VPN apps: NextDNS Pro
• Password and passkey manager: Bitwarden
• Phone & Caller ID: Orange Telephone, WinCalls
• Messaging: WhatsApp
• Music & Podcasts: Spotify, Musicolet
• Note-taking: Notesnook, ColorNote, FairNote
• Cloud storage: Filen Proton, Google Drive
• Two-factor authentication: Aegis
• Feedback preference: Detailed suggestions and alternatives welcome

Feedback on this setup is welcome.

 

[pytroman86]

Okay, I've enabled everything.

Is there any risk of a false alarm for theft that could lock my smartphone without me meaning it to?

 

[TairikuOkami]

Is there any risk of a false alarm for theft that could lock my smartphone without me meaning it to?

It is just a standard lock, not a factory reset or anything. You will merely use your PIN or biometrics to unlock it.
It is designed to prevent anyone accessing your files or sensitive apps, if they manage to steal it and use it ASAP.

 

[pytroman86]

To track the smartphone's location, location services need to be set to “ON,” but as far as I remember, you can turn that off without unlocking the smartphone... right?

I can do that on mine by double-tapping the lock screen—it brings up that menu, and the person can turn off location services. So what should I do?



She can’t access any apps or anything, but she can turn on mobile data or turn off location services…



Thanks!

I'm having trouble understanding everything—or maybe I missed an episode.



If the smartphone is snatched out of your hands, is it impossible to unlock the first screen by tapping it?

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[TairikuOkami]

I can do that on mine by double-tapping the lock screen—it brings up that menu, and the person can turn off location services. So what should I do?

I guess that depends what kind of OS or Lock screen you use? I use MS Launcher and it does not allow it. For the record enabling airplane mode disables data, location, wifi.

You should enable Advanced Protection for Android, if possible, amongst other things, it prevents turning off the phone with the hardware button, if it is locked.

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