Approved apps and hardware will soon let users sign into their Windows 10 PC using nothing but a phone in their pocket, a Microsoft Band, or other hardware.

As long as you have a Samsung smartphone running Android Marshmallow or higher, you can now unlock any Windows 10 PC using Samsung Flow.

Take advantage of biometric security on your Windows 10 PC, using the Samsung Flow app for Samsung Galaxy S8 or Galaxy Note 8.

At least, when using the corresponding app for both Android and Windows 10. So even if your computer doesn't have a fingerprint reader, you can now use the one on your phone to unlock it.

It's something you stare at each time you sit down in front of your PC, but I doubt you even see it as you quickly type in your password and unlock windows. The Windows 10 lock screen can be more ...