FCC: Smartphone thefts are down thanks to Apple

* The FCC is reporting a stunning drop in smartphone thefts, with moves by Apple being cited for meaningful declines in these crimes. The Activation Lock feature is credited with reducing the number of robberies involving smartphones by a whopping 38% in San Francisco, 24% in London and 19% in New York. These declines took place six months after the Activation Lock was debuted by Apple.



The FCC advises smartphone users to be aware of their surroundings, and to jot down the IMEI number belonging to their handset. The Feds also suggest that smartphone owners consider the theft of their phone ... *



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