A PHONE expert has revealed three genius steps you must take before your iPhone gets stolen.
The nifty trick could help you out – here’s how it works.
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Step 1
First, turn your phone onto Airplane mode.
You will need to disconnect from the internet.
Step 2
Go to Settings > Face ID > Passcode > Allow access when locked.
Then, turn off the Control Centre and USB access.
Make sure your privacy location services are switched on.
Step 3
After that, go to Apple ID > Find My and turn on both Find My iPhone and Find my Network.
Click on Send Last Location.
Now your iPhone should remain findable – even when it’s switched off.
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Instagrammer @appledsign shared the video to his 1.8million followers – and fans were quick to share their appreciation.
The video racked up a whopping 454,200 likes.
Fans took to the comments section to post.
One said: “Thanks! I needed this cause in my home country it’s necessary.”
A second chimed in: “Thanks for the tips.”
It comes as phone theft has become a common occurrence.
So it’s important to be on the lookout and try to keep yourself safe.
MyLondon even revealed the hotspots for phone theft in the capital – and even recorded a huge 5,911 phones stolen in Westminster.
How to prevent mobile phone theft
Crimestoppers have given some advice on how to protect yourself from mobile phone theft where possible.
- Be aware of your surroundings, and always look out for what’s going on around you.
- Try to limit time spent on your phone in public.
- Look out for anyone on a bike or a moped near you.
- Don’t text while you’re walking – you will be less aware of what is happening around you.
- If you can, try to stand with your back against a wall when using your phone so nobody can come up behind you.
- Don’t store your credit card in the back of your phone cover
It’s not the only trick to help you get the most out of your iPhone.
TikToker Katarina Mogus has revealed how she uses AirTags with an app on her phone.
The app tracks when your suitcase will appear on the conveyor belt at baggage reclaim – or if it’s still at your departure airport, if you’re unlucky.
In the video she says: “You can actually track it and know where your luggage is at all times.”
Meanwhile, another TikToker showed how to track your friends’ flights using a hidden iPhone feature.
Plus, Samsung fans have revealed a clever hack to solve one of the phone’s biggest problems.
It’ll instantly improve your Samsung experience – especially if you’ve got a big phone – and it’s completely free.
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