Power off verification feature discussion

OviGarry · 2025-03-07T17:28:32+00:00

Nothing’s new power-off password verification is a solid step toward security. It prevents unauthorized shutdowns, keeping tracking active if your phone gets stolen. Great move, right? But here’s the catch—I tested it after updating, and if you hold the power button long enough, the phone still turns off. That kinda defeats the purpose. **My take? Developers should improve it so that even force restarts or long presses require the password. If done right, it’ll be a nightmare for phone thieves!** That's my opinion and I'd like experts' opinion on this!! **Recently, I tried to tell this by posting a discussion article, but a moderator moved it to Nothing Phone 1's first 3.0 update post (which was pathetic). I am a tech enthusiast and I have a write to share my thoughts or opinions like everyone here, but that felt like I made a crime here!!** Welp, there goes Nothing again…anyway, for future updates, how about: * **Smart Theft Mode** – Detects forced shutdown attempts and triggers an alarm. * **Invisible Lock Screen** – Makes the phone look off but keeps it running. * **Custom Glyph Alerts** – Flashing lights for unauthorized access. What do you think? Is the current feature enough, or should Nothing take it further? Let’s discuss!

rakib

Whern I try to power off my phone or restart my phone that time don’t ask any password or any specific verification. If my phone is lost or someone steal it then easily he can turn off my phone. This is a big issue

swapnilshirsat

Power off to Verify is not working in Nothing Phone 1.

Even after restarting the phone.

Banjer

Keep in mind it will only verify when the phone is locked, when it’s already unlocked it will not ask for extra verification.

krisheditsxd

I randomly switched off my nothing phone 3a but the power off verify didn’t work. Maybe it’s a glitch needs a update to optimise quickly as it’s an important feature regarding phone security ❕

Err_404NotFound

When does it not work?

Daniel

Err_404NotFound It works ONLY on the lockscreen.

MSOMASHEKHAR

Hi Team,

I’ve noticed that the Power Off Verify feature on my Nothing phone isn’t functioning as expected.

Even though the toggle is enabled (Settings → Security → Power Off Verify, my device still powers off or restarts without asking for the lock screen password or pattern when it’s locked.

As per the feature description, it should prevent others from powering off or restarting the device without verification, especially when the phone is locked , which helps in theft or loss situations.

Steps to Reproduce:

1. Enable Power Off Verify in the settings.

2. Lock the device.

3. Try to power off or restart the phone.

4. Device shuts down without asking for password/pattern.

Expected Behavior:

The phone should ask for the lock screen password/pattern before powering off or restarting.

Actual Behavior:

The device powers off directly without verification.

Device Details:

Model: Nothing Phone 3a

OS Version: Nothing OS 3.2 / Android 15

Security Patch: 1 September 2025

Please look into this issue or share any workaround if available.

Thanks!

M Somashekar

Ankurbhadouriya

Nothing 3a power off verify key is not working

hrry

Ankurbhadouriya hey mate, are you making sure the device is locked when testing? Power off verify only works when the device is locked and you attempt to power off.

Ankurbhadouriya

When the phone is unlocked and gets stolen, will the power key verification not work?

NishantKumar_45

Is this in my device or someone else also does that the power off verify doesn’t actually work. I lock the screen and power off but there is no need of password or something else shown up and device is off. I need some help if you guys know how to fix it.

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