The "lock screen" tag on CellularNews gathers all our guides dedicated to the screen you see first when you pick up your phone. This collection is designed for anyone who wants to take control of that initial interaction, whether you own an iPhone, a Samsung, a Realme, a Pixel, or another Android device. These articles are for users who want to personalize their device, fix an unexpected problem, or simply understand how their phone’s security and interface work.

The articles here solve three main types of problems. The first group focuses on customization and personalization: you can learn how to change the wallpaper on Android, set a gradient color lock screen on an iPhone in iOS 16, or even add custom text and change the clock style on a Realme lock screen. The second group tackles security and access issues, offering clear steps for when you are locked out. You will find guides on how to unlock a Samsung phone without a PIN code, how to bypass a phone lock code, and how to take the passcode off your phone entirely. The third group deals with specific annoyances and settings, such as removing the camera icon from a Realme lock screen, stopping pocket dialing on an iPhone 12, or getting rid of the Verizon Wireless branding on your lock screen.

Whether you need to set up emergency contacts on Android or iPhone, move the clock on an iPhone 11 lock screen, or simply turn on your Android phone for the first time, these articles provide straightforward, actionable help. Each one is written to let you complete a specific task without confusion.

How To Disable Emergency Call On Android

You cannot remove the emergency call button from your Android lock screen, but you can disable the Emergency SOS auto-trigger feature to prevent most accidental calls. To disable emergency sos...

How To Change Lock Screen On Android

To change lock screen on Android, open a photo in Google Photos, tap the three-dot menu, choose Use as, then Wallpaper, and select Lock screen or both screens. However, the...

How To Turn On An Android Phone

To turn on an Android phone, press and hold the power button for a few seconds (usually 5-7 seconds) until the screen lights up and displays the manufacturer's logo or...

How To Set Emergency Contact On Android

To set emergency contact on Android, the steps differ by manufacturer, so you need to know which phone you have. On a Samsung Galaxy, you use the system Settings; on...

How To Take Passcode Off Phone

To take passcode off phone without losing data, go directly to your device's settings and turn the lock screen requirement off. If you know your current passcode, you can disable...

How To Unlock Your Phone With Siri

You can unlock your phone with Siri, but only in a specific way: Siri itself cannot bypass the lock screen or enter your passcode. Instead, Siri can perform tasks, like...