Monday, March 23, 2015

iPhone, iPad thefts jump 40 percent in NYC

iPhone, iPad thefts jump 40 percent in NYC
To deal with the rise in iPhone and iPad thefts, New York City police have been running sting operations to catch people fencing stolen devices. Acting as decoys, police officers have also been able to arrest iPhone thieves riding on the subway.Apple offers its own "Find My iPhone" app that can track down lost or stolen devices. As part of Operation ID, officers have been handing out information on how to install and set up that app. And they've been tapping into other Apple technology.Earlier this year, police officers with iCloud-enabled iPhones were able to track down stolen iPhones and arrest the thieves.Ultimately, people should always be aware of their surroundings, especially when carrying an iPhone or other expensive device out in the open."Individuals alert to their surroundings are less likely to become victims of thefts of iPhones and other handheld devices," New York Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly said in a statement.Update, 10:30 a.m.: Adds information directly from the NYPD.


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