In an increasingly connected world, people depend more and more on their smartphones and losing that phone can be disrupt everything. According to TechRepublic, there are a few things that can be done to help minimize the loss.
– Have a system in place to back up data in the cloud frequently.
– Write down details like the phone's IMEI and MEID number to help speed identification.
– Use a password and lower the screen lock interval. This makes it harder for a thief to get your phone while it is unlocked.
– Enable Find My iPhone or Where's My Droid.
– Enable the self-destruct features on the phone that will remotely delete data on your command.