She Told Me To Walk This Way…

This technique is an interesting security measure.

Finnish scientists have invented a device to make it harder to steal mobile phones and laptops by enabling them to detect changes in their owner’s walking style and then freeze to prevent unauthorized use.

The first thing to enter my mind was what happens if you sprain your ankle?  It turns out they’ve included a password challenge if it detects that you’re “walking funny.” 

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