Apple Inc. AAPL continues to bolster its anti-theft features with the well-established Stolen Device Protection. Initially introduced earlier to address rising iPhone theft, the feature received widespread adoption after its inclusion in the iOS 17.3 update.
What is Stolen Device Protection? This feature adds an essential layer of security, making it significantly harder for thieves to exploit stolen iPhones. Even if your iPhone’s passcode is compromised, Stolen Device Protection kicks in when someone attempts to use the device in unfamiliar locations, away from trusted spots like your home or workplace.
The feature requires biometric authentication (TouchID or FaceID) for critical actions. Since a thief won’t have your biometrics, it effectively stalls their attempts to change passwords or erase your iPhone. Additionally, sensitive tasks like viewing passwords or factory resetting the phone now have built-in time delays.
This feature also adds a time delay for performing sensitive tasks like viewing passwords or resetting the phone.
How To Enable Stolen Device Protection On iPhone
If this sounds useful enough to you, here's how you can enable Stolen Device Protection on your iPhone:
- Make sure your iPhone is on the latest iOS 17.3 update.
- Open Settings, swipe down, and then tap Face ID & Passcode (or TouchID if your iPhone has it instead.)
- Scroll down to Stolen Device Protection and tap Turn On Protection.
That's it. Your iPhone's security will now be enhanced. But even so, ensure you do not hand over your phone to strangers or access sensitive information in public without adequate privacy.
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