Things the guys who stole my phone have texted me to try to get me to unlock it - Gothamist
Things the guys who stole my phone have texted me to try to get me to unlock it - Gothamist
Don’t fall for these texts from scammers trying to crack into your stolen phone.
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This is a very entertaining and educational article, giving insights into the methods used by thiefs to try and get access to your phone data.
I don't like Apple but it's great that their security is so good when it comes to this.
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Yes, it's the SIM card that carries your number and may also carry data on your contacts if you save it there.
9 1 ReplyThey almost definitely got this info by simply having the IMEI, which is printed on the back and can definitely be accessed in whatever Apple calls their service mode though.
6 0 ReplyAnd has had a PIN lock from the start. Doesn't help if you leave it as 1234, though.
3 0 ReplyHow would you set that pin on a SIM card in an iPhone?
2 0 ReplyOn iOS:
Settings > cellular > SIM PIN
7 0 ReplyThanks!
3 0 ReplyVery welcome. Glad to help.
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True, although this option loses popularity over the years.
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And you can use that phone number to find their full name and address.
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