"Double Patterns Could Advance Android Device Security"

Researchers at George Washington University have discovered that the security of Android devices can be significantly enhanced using two unlock patterns rather than the current single-pattern method. According to the researchers, using multiple patterns to unlock an Android phone may provide more security than the 4- and 6- digit PIN unlocking method used for Apple devices. More than 600 mobile device users participated in a survey in which they were asked to evaluate the usability and security of double patterns. The researchers found that double pattern entry speeds were similar to single pattern entry speeds. The study also found that double patterns were as easy to recall as the single pattern. In addition, establishing blocklists to prohibit the use of easy-to-guess patterns would also improve security. This article continues to discuss the implementation of double patterns to improve Android device security and the research behind this suggested approach.

The George Washington University reports "Double Patterns Could Advance Android Device Security"