Forgot your pattern key, PIN code or password from Android? The situation becomes more complicated if the phone is locked with factory settings (FRP), and access to the account Google is lost. In such cases, users often try to activate the voice assistant - for example Alice from Yandex - in order to unlock the device through it or at least gain access to the functions of the smartphone. But does this method work in 2026?

In this article we will analyze all possible ways to call Alice on a locked Androidincluding workarounds through ADB, Short commands and even hardware buttons. It is important to understand: modern versions Android 12+ and policies Google severely limit such manipulations, but in some cases there is still a chance of success. We will also analyze why on devices with a chip Tensor (for example, Pixel 6/7) or smartphones Samsung c Knox these methods are almost always blocked.

We warn you right away: none of the methods guarantees 100% results. Manufacturers are actively closing such security “holes,” and incorrect actions can lead to complete data loss or IMEI blocking. If the phone contains critical information, it is better to contact the service center.

📊 Your phone is blocked due to...
Forgotten password
Used purchases from linked account
Reset settings without unlinking Google
Other reason

1. Is it possible to call Alice on the lock screen?

Theoretically, yes, but with serious reservations. Previously (before Android 10), many smartphones allowed you to activate voice assistants (Google Assistant, Alice, Siri) directly from the locked screen. This was convenient for quickly controlling music or calls, but it created a security hole. Now the situation is different:

  • 🔒 Android 11+: by default, voice assistants are on the lock screen disabled. They can only be enabled in the system settings (where there is no access).
  • 🛡️ Manufacturers: Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei and others add their own restrictions. For example, Samsung Galaxy s One UI 5.0+ even Bixby will not start without unlocking.
  • 🔧 Exceptions: on some budget models (for example, Redmi Note 8 or Nokia 3.4) may work bypassing through ADB or Short commands.

If your phone was released after 2020, the chances of success are minimal. However, it's worth a try - especially if the device has not been updated for a long time.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with encryption of the file system (enabled by default on Android 10+) any manipulations through ADB or Recovery can lead to loss of all data. Before experiments, check whether there is a backup copy.

2. Method 1: Voice command “Okay, Yandex”

The most obvious method is to try to activate Alice voice. To do this:

  1. Make sure that the application (if you deleted it, the method will not work). Yandex with Alice is installed on your phone
  2. On the lock screen, say loudly and clearly: "Okay, Yandex" or "Listen, Yandex".
  3. If the assistant is activated, try giving a command like: "Open settings" or "Turn off screen lock".

Success depends on three factors:

  • 📱 Phone model: on Samsung i Google Pixel This method almost never works.
  • 🔊 Microphone settings: if access to the microphone was previously disabled on the lock screen, Alice will not respond.
  • 🔄 Android version: on Android 9 and below, the chances are higher than on Android 13.

If Alice answers, but refuses to follow the unlock commands, try alternative phrases:

"Alice, open the browser"

"Alice, call 112" (an emergency call may work services)


"Alice, turn on developer mode"

⚠️ Attention: Some commands (for example, "Open security settings") can lead to automatic device lock for 30 minutes due to suspicious activity. Be careful!

Make sure that Alice is installed and updated

Check that the microphone is turned on on the lock screen (in security settings)

Try the command in a quiet room without noise

Use clear diction and standard activation phrases-->

3. Method 2: Using ADB (for advanced users)

If voice commands do not work, you can try to bypass the blocking via Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This method requires preliminary preparation:

  • 🔌 USB debugging must be enabled before locking the phone. If not, the method will not work.
  • 💻 You need a computer with installed ADB drivers and package platform-tools.
  • 🔐 Some devices (Xiaomi, Huawei) require unlocking OEM Unlock in the developer settings.

Instructions:

  1. Connect your phone to the PC via USB.
  2. Open command line (CMD) and enter: 
    adb devices

    If the device is detected, proceed further.

  3. Try to delete the file with the password (does not work on all devices): 
    adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key

    adb shell rm /data/system/password.key
    

    adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.db
    

    adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.db-wal
    

    adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.db-shm

  4. Reboot the phone: 
    adb reboot

If After rebooting, the lock disappeared - congratulations! If not, try an alternative command:

adb shell am start -n com.android.settings/.ChooseLockGeneric
Phone model ADB success rate Notes
Samsung Galaxy A50 (Android 10) Average Requires disabling Knox through ADB
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 (Android 11) High Works when debugging is enabled
Google Pixel 4 (Android 12+) Low Blocked Titan M security chip
Huawei P30 (EMUI 10) Low Required unlock Bootloader
⚠️ Attention: Commands ADB may break the system operation or lead to loss of warranty. On devices with Samsung Knox or Google Titan such actions often trigger the flag KNOX 0x1, which makes it impossible to use Samsung Pay and other services.
What to do if ADB does not see the device?

If the command adb devices returns an empty list, try:

1. Install original drivers for your model (download from the manufacturer’s website).

2. Switch the USB connection mode to File transfer (MTP) or PTP.

3. Use another USB cable (preferably the original one).

4. Run ADB as administrator.

5. On some Xiaomi you need to manually enable debugging in the window that appears on the phone (but this is not possible on a locked screen).

4. Method 3: Emergency call and bypass through dialing

On some devices (especially old ones) you can deceive the system through emergency call. This method works if:

  • 📞 On the lock screen there is a button "Emergency call".
  • 🔢 The phone allows you to enter *#-commands in mode dial.
  • 🛠️ The manufacturer has not blocked the engineering menu.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Tap "Emergency call" on the lock screen.
  2. In the dialing field, enter: 
    ##4636##

    This will open menu testing.

  3. Try going to section Usage statistics or Battery information.
  4. In some cases, from here you can go to system settings and disable the blocking.

Alternative commands for different manufacturers:

  • 📱 Samsung: #0# (display test) → sometimes allows you to return to the menu.
  • 📱 Xiaomi: ##36446337## (MIUI version information).
  • 📱 Huawei: ##2846579## (project menu).

If none of the commands worked, try enter 112 (rescue service) and immediately press "Back" —sometimes this opens access to the call interface, from where you can go to contacts or settings.

⚠️ Attention: Abuse of emergency calls can lead to SIM card blocking operator. Do not press "Call" —just enter commands!
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If the emergency call does not work, try connecting your phone k Wi-Fi through the quick settings panel (if it is available on the lock screen). Sometimes this allows you to activate Google Assistant via the cloud.

5. Method 4: Quick Tiles and notifications

On some devices (Samsung, OnePlus, Oppoyou can manipulate quick settings panel or notificationsto gain access to the system. For example:

  • 🔽 Swipe down: on some phones, swiping from the top edge of the screen opens the notification panel even when locked.
  • ⚙️ Settings: if the panel has a button "Settings" (gear), pressing it can open the system menu.
  • 📲 Notifications: if there is a notification on the screen from Yandex or Google, pressing it sometimes opens the application.

How it works in practice:

  1. Swipe your finger down from the top edge of the screen (sometimes you need to do it twice).
  2. If the notification bar appears, look for any notification from Yandex (for example, about weather or news).
  3. Click on the notification - this can open the application Yandexfrom where you can try to call Alice voice.

If there are no notifications, try creating one artificially:

  • 📱 Ask a friend to send you a message in Telegram or WhatsApp (if notifications are enabled).
  • 🔔 Click on the notification - sometimes this opens a chat, from where you can go to settings.

On Samsung s One UI sometimes the trick with camera mode works:

  1. Double-click the button "Home" (if it is physical) or swipe the screen twice (settings "Quick launch camera").
  2. In the camera that opens, swipe down to open the panel notifications.
  3. Click on "Settings" in the panel.
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On devices with Android 12+ i Samsung Knox 3.7+ The notification panel on the lock screen is usually locked. This method only works on old or unupdated smartphones.

6. Method 5: Hard reset (last chance)

If all the previous methods did not work, the only option left is hard reset (Hard Reset). This will delete all data from the phone, but will unlock it. Options:

  • 🔄 Via Recovery: hold a combination of buttons (for example, Power + Volume Up) to enter the recovery menu.
  • 💻 Via Fastboot: if you have access to ADB, you can give the command fastboot erase userdata.
  • 🔧 Through Find My Device: if the phone is linked to Google account, you can erase data remotely (link).

Instructions for Recovery Mode:

  1. Turn off the phone.
  2. Hold Power button + Volume up (on Samsung — Power + Bixby + Volume Up).
  3. In the menu Recovery select Wipe data/factory reset (control with volume buttons, selection with power button).
  4. Confirm the reset and reboot the device.

Important:

  • 🔒 After the reset, you may need to enter the data Google accountthat was linked earlier (FRP blocking).
  • 📱 On some Xiaomi i Huawei entering required Mi-account or Huawei ID.
  • ⚠️ If the phone was stolen, resetting may not help - many operators block IMEI at the owner's request.
⚠️ Attention: On devices with Android 11+ and enabled encryption resetting to factory settings can lead to loss of access to internal memory even after unlocking. Data cannot be restored!

7. Alternative methods and what to do if nothing helps

If none of the methods worked, consider alternatives:

  • 🔧 Service Center: official centers (Samsung, Xiaomi, Apple) can unlock the phone using purchase documents.
  • 💰 Paid services: some workshops offer unlocking via EDL mode or Test Point (price: 1-5 thousand rubles).
  • 📱 FRP bypass: for devices with Factory Reset Protection there are specialized apps (FRP Bypass APK), but they often contain viruses.
  • 🔄 Replacement board: on some models (Samsung J-series) you can transfer data by replacing the motherboard fee.

Warnings:

  • 🚨 Fraudsters: do not trust unlocking services via the Internet (especially if they ask for payment in advance).
  • 🔒 FRP blocking: on Android 10+ it is almost impossible to bypass it without the original Google account.
  • 📵 Blacklists: phones reported as stolen can be blocked at the level IMEI.

If the phone does not contain critical data, sometimes it is easier buy a new onethan to spend time and money on unlocking. For example, a budget Redmi Note 12 is cheaper than bypass services FRP on a flagship.

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Before buying a used phone, always check it through services like data-i="347">or IMEI.info or Samsung Knox Guard. This will help avoid problems with blocking.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about unlocking Android

❓ Is it possible to call Alice on a blocked one? iPhone?

No. On iPhone the voice assistant Siri on the lock screen has severe limitations. The most you can do is call the number or turn on the timer. It is impossible to unlock the phone via Siri .

❓ Why does Alice not respond to voice commands?

There are several reasons:

  • The microphone is muted on the lock screen (setting "Allow access to microphone").
  • Application Yandex deleted or not updated.
  • The manufacturer has blocked voice assistants on the lock (for example, Samsung s One UI 4.0+).
  • The device is in Do Not Disturb mode.
❓ What to do if after resetting it requires the old Google account?

This FRP blocking. You cannot bypass it legally - you need a login and password for the account that was linked to the phone. Alternatives:

  • Remember your account details (check your email for letters from Google).
  • Contact the service center with proof of purchase.
  • Use FRP Bypass APK (risky, may contain viruses).

On Samsung sometimes typing backup PIN code from helps account Samsung (if it was configured).

❓ Is it possible to restore data after a reset?

If the phone was enabled encryption (by default on Android 10+), the data cannot be restored. If there was no encryption, you can try:

  • Connect the memory to the PC via ADB and try to extract the files.
  • Use apps like Dr.Fone or EaseUS MobiSaver (efficiency ~30%).
  • Contact a data recovery laboratory (expensive, ~10-30 thousand rubles).

Important: do not write new data to the phone after a reset - this reduces the chances of recovery.

❓ How to avoid blocking in future?

Tips for protection:

  • Set up biometric unlocking (fingerprint or face) in addition to the PIN code.
  • Write the PIN code in a secure location (for example, encrypted). Google Keep with encryption).
  • Enable Smart Lock (Settings → Security → Smart Lock) for automatic unlocking in secure locations.
  • Regularly create backups via Google Drive or Samsung Cloud.
  • Do not buy used phones without resetting to factory settings.