How to identify a stolen iPhone
So you’ve come across a second hand iPhone at a bargain price, but how can you tell if it’s a stolen device?
Find it
A few years ago iPhone thefts became such a big problem Apple introduced Find My iPhone and a range of other features designed to make iPhones less attractive targets for thieves. This seems to have worked, most of the time.
Every iOS user should enable ‘Find my iPhone’ on their device. Not only can this sometimes help you track down a lost or stolen phone, but it also enables you to wipe confidential data and brick your lost device to prevent others using it. You enable the feature in Settings>iCloud>Find My iPhone.
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