What should I do if I find a lost phone?
Do Return the Lost Phone You Found! If you find a lost phone, returning it is easy. If you have the IMEI or ESN number, simply contact your cellular service provider and leave your contact info with them. If you don’t have the IMEI, either wait until they call your phone or you can attempt to bypass the lock pattern.
What is mobile tapping?
Phone-tapping is the activity of listening secretly to someone’s phone conversations using special electronic equipment. In most cases phone-tapping is illegal. There have also been claims of continued phone-tapping and bugging.
Can the police track down a stolen phone?
While you might think that the Police can simply track down your phone once you report it stolen, that’s not the case, they rely on you to provide them with the technical information as well as the tools to track down your stolen device. So in order to help the Police help here are some important tips to follow in order to recover your phone.
What happens if my phone is stolen or lost?
Once you have reported your smartphone stolen (or lost) your provider will be able to help you track it or will be able to block the phone remotely. This means that the person who has taken or has found your phone won’t be able to use it to make calls and rack up a large bill on your behalf.
How can I track my phone without losing it?
One of the best apps you can download to help you track your phone is Lookout Mobile Security. The app works like a virus scanner and also allows you to backup your phone’s contacts to the web. But more importantly it has a number of features designed to let you recover your phone should it be lost or stolen.
Can the police track a phone with an IMEI number?
Because the IMEI number is registered to your specific handset the Police will be able to track the device itself, even if the SIM card has been changed. After making a note of the IMEI number the next thing you need to do is register your phone with your service provider.