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Pixel 7 Pro Security Flaw Risks Stolen Device Tracking

2/7/2026

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The Pixel 7 Pro has a security flaw that lets thieves power off the device without a PIN, disabling tracking.
Users report that Find My Device often fails to locate stolen phones due to this vulnerability.
Samsung, OnePlus, and vivo have a Power Off Verify feature that requires authentication to shut down.
Experts urge Google to add similar protection, noting Pixel 7 series cannot be tracked when powered off.

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Story summary

The Pixel 7 Pro has a security flaw that lets thieves power off the device without a PIN, disabling tracking.
Users report that Find My Device often fails to locate stolen phones due to this vulnerability.
Samsung, OnePlus, and vivo have a Power Off Verify feature that requires authentication to shut down.
Experts urge Google to add similar protection, noting Pixel 7 series cannot be tracked when powered off.