An electronic device that includes a processor, an output device connected
to the processor for issuing a stimulus to a user of the device, at least
one input device connected to the processor and responsive to user input
activity, and a device lock module associated with the processor for (i)
implementing restrictions on user access to the device if user input
activity falls below a threshold; and (ii) redetermining the threshold if
a stimulus is issued by the output device. Also, a mobile device that
includes a processor, at least a first input device connected to the
processor for providing input signals thereto, an output device connected
to the processor for providing output to a user of the mobile device, the
processor being configured for determining location information for the
mobile device based on input signals received from the first input device
and adjusting an operating characteristic of the electronic device based
on the determined location information.