Stealing an iPhone is not only a crime, but also a completely useless activity. Apple has developed powerful protection tools that make a stolen phone practically useless to criminals. The user, on the other hand, remains completely protected and can regain control of his data. In this article, we will analyze in detail why stealing an iPhone is a bad idea.
1. The “Find My iPhone” feature
The main tool that makes stealing an iPhone useless is the “Find My iPhone” function, which is part of the “Find My” service. With its help:
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The device's location will be determined instantly. You can find out where your phone is in real time using the Find My app or by logging in to iCloud.com.
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Lost mode turns your phone into a useless object. The thief won't be able to unlock the device, and the owner can display a message on the screen with a contact number for return.
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All data can be wiped remotely. Even if the device cannot be recovered, your information will remain safe.
2. Activation Lock
Once you turn on Find My iPhone, Activation Lock is enabled. This means that the thief will not be able to disable the feature or reset the device without entering the owner's Apple ID and password. Even a hard reset cannot bypass this protection. The phone remains locked and cannot be resold.
3. Data encryption — no personal information reaches the criminal
All information on the iPhone is encrypted. Access to data is impossible without the owner's password, Face ID or Touch ID. Even if the phone falls into the hands of a criminal, they will not be able to access photos, messages or other confidential information.
4. Push notifications about account activity
If an attacker tries to access your Apple ID, you'll receive an immediate notification. This allows you to quickly change your password and prevent unauthorized access.
5. Blocking Apple Pay and cards
All cards added to Apple Pay are automatically blocked when you turn on Lost Mode or wipe your device, so your stolen phone can't be used for payments.
6. Collaboration with law enforcement agencies
Apple provides law enforcement with the data they need to help track down stolen devices. Thanks to these efforts, criminals are increasingly being brought to justice.
7. Parallels with the Keenget approach
Like Apple, Keenget implements strict security measures to protect its devices. We monitor each device in customers' possession in real time. In case of theft, we work with authorities to identify incidents of abuse. Our technologies make devices useless to criminals, thus helping to effectively combat theft.
Conclusion
Trying to steal an iPhone is a failed idea. The phone will be discovered instantly, and the criminal will be left with a useless device. Apple has taken care to ensure that every user feels protected. A similar approach is also taken by companies like Keenget to guarantee the safety of their customers. Instead of trying to steal a device, think about legal ways to acquire technology and maintain integrity in society.
