{"id":1079,"date":"2012-08-16T06:25:40","date_gmt":"2012-08-16T14:25:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.liveviewgps.com\/blog\/?p=1079"},"modified":"2025-09-17T10:54:58","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T17:54:58","slug":"police-urge-smartphone-users-install-gps-tracker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.liveviewgps.com\/blog\/police-urge-smartphone-users-install-gps-tracker\/","title":{"rendered":"Police Urge Smartphone Users to Install GPS Tracker"},"content":{"rendered":"

Smartphone thefts are becoming so pervasive throughout the United States that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has recently embarked on a quest to combat the crime, including working with wireless companies on the growing problem.<\/span><\/p>\n

In major cities, like DC and New York, approximately 40 percent of all thefts now involve cell phones, according to the FCC. In D.C. for example, the percentage of cell phone robberies is up over 50 percent.\u00a0 These robberies not only endanger the physical safety of their victim, but the safety of the confidential and personal information left behind on the stolen devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

Based upon the mobile revolution and the safety and security of the people and devices that are part of the digital era, the FCC and other law enforcement officials are urging people to take steps to secure their device, and help law enforcement catch the suspects who steal these mobile devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

“First, similar to the technology used in GPS personal tracking devices, law enforcement officials, like those in Hertforshire, are advocating that people\u00a0 download a tracking app that can be activated remotely, and help police track down a stolen phone.<\/span><\/p>\n

“We are encouraging all smartphone owners to download an app for tracing your phone. Then, if it is lost or stolen, it is much more likely that you can get it back. Even if your phone is covered by insurance and you can get a replacement, losing all your contacts and other personal details can be devastating. These new applications are very useful tools for tracking down stolen goods and catching criminals in the act. If owners report thefts quickly enough there\u2019s a better chance of getting their phones back and for us to catch the perpetrators before they have disposed of any evidence,” said Paul Doran, from Hertfordshire Crime Reduction Unit.<\/span><\/p>\n

Second, its important for people to take precautions to help reduce their chance of being victimized by a would-be cellphone thief. The FCC offers these tips:<\/span><\/p>\n

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