What does the Padlock on the WiFi icon in the status bar mean? I haven't seen it on my phone, but I'm curious as to what it means.
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asked May 26, 2017 at 15:47
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What device is that? I guess it's a secured wifi network (padlocks always mean secure)– esQmo_Commented May 27, 2017 at 3:18
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Yeah but since when is this icon in status bar instead of just usual wifi icon?– Једноруки КрстивојеCommented May 27, 2017 at 19:37
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Since android is 100% customisable, this may be a custom icon for this manufacturer. What device is this?– esQmo_Commented May 27, 2017 at 19:39
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Looks like a Mediatek device– esQmo_Commented May 27, 2017 at 19:41
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1Because of the modem version name: MOLY.LR11.W1552....– esQmo_Commented May 28, 2017 at 21:12
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It means, it is a secure WiFi network, the device is connected to
Edit: See Wi-Fi lock symbol here
answered May 26, 2017 at 17:32
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For me it's hard to believe because nowhere there is actual picture of icon. I will be very thankful if you can provide some link with it. Commented May 26, 2017 at 21:15
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I saw the icon but no explanation, that is what I search for icon and explanation on same place. Thanks however. Commented May 27, 2017 at 19:36
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1I too couldn't find both in same place. Will update of I find. Thanks for accepting Commented May 28, 2017 at 3:02