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Readers Respond: How Do You Prevent iPod / iPhone Theft?

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IPods and iPhones are obvious and valuable targets for theft. But iPod and iPhone owners can take some common-sense steps to protect themselves. While some are mentioned in this article, there are many more. Share your tips for preventing iPod and iPhone theft to help your follow owners. Share Your Tips

What good is it?

What does a thief do with a locked iPod? Do they set about trying to unlock it, and do they try to resell it without the buyer trying it out?
—Guest Dennis

i phone theft

My daughter had her iphone stolen last week in a cafe in London by a beggar with a sign who covered the table distracting her and nicking the phone on the table. The phone was then taken to an Apple store miles away (Cardiff) and traded in for a new one without any ID to show ownership. Apparently you just have to say it's faulty and Apple give you (the thief) a new one. Unbelievable!!
—Guest Giulietta

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