Things the guys who stole my phone have texted me to try to get me to unlock it - Gothamist

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Things the guys who stole my phone have texted me to try to get me to unlock it
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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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They have the same system. The phone is tied to your account and you can track, lock and erase it remotely with Google's Find My Device.

Luckily I've only had to use "find my device" whenever my phone decides to catch-up with the TV remotes under the couch cushions

We have a black coffee table and sometimes it's just on the coffee table and I'm like "Jesus fucking Christ what is wrong with you.". In fairness to me, it's summer, I keep the shades drawn, keeps the temps down.

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