Android & devices
Android-specific guidance for AuraLock. Understand how different manufacturers affect focus app behavior — and how to configure your device.
Android behaves differently across manufacturers and versions. This section explains how to configure AuraLock for your specific device.
Why Android varies
- How apps run in the background
- Battery optimization behavior
- Permission management
- Autostart settings
Choose your device
Jump straight to the guide for your phone, tablet, or foldable:
Samsung · One UI
Galaxy phones and foldables. Covers battery limits, background usage, and auto restart.
Xiaomi · HyperOS / MIUI
Covers Redmi and POCO. Autostart, battery saver, background activity, and the Recents lock.
OnePlus & Oppo · OxygenOS / ColorOS
Covers Realme. App battery management, auto-launch, and battery optimization.
Google Pixel · Stock Android
Near-stock Android. Usually one setting is enough.
Tablets & foldables
Large-screen layouts, foldable displays, and setup notes for non-phone devices.
General topics
- Battery optimization: prevent Android from restricting AuraLock
- Background restrictions: allow AuraLock to run reliably
- Autostart: ensure AuraLock starts when your phone boots
Run Guardian first
Before changing Android settings, run Guardian inside AuraLock. It identifies specific issues on your device and points to the exact setting that needs attention.
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