May not belong in this area and of course has nothing to do with email. However, it seems everyone who is anyone has what I call a cell phone growth in their ear. Yes I have one but it is off until I need it = safety and security only.
This being said a very good friend of mine sent me some good ideas he got from his attorney who learned the hard way.
Therefore I will put it here for anyone who chooses to put it to use, ok?
To disable a stolen (or lost) cell phone: To check your mobile phone's serial number, key in # 0 6 #.
A 15 digit code will appear on the screen. Yes I tried it and it did work. Only little problem was, with the grey screen, the black digits and 'old eye sight'............
Anyway there it was: serial number followed by the 15 digits. Instructions: write the number down and put it in a safe place where you can get to it asap. Call your service provider, give them the code. They will then be able to block your handset even if the thief or whoever changes the SIM card your phone will be totally useless. You probably won't get your phone back but alt least you know whoever took it can't use/sell it either. If everybody does this, there would be no point in people stealing mobile phones.
PS Where I volunteer many hours a week over 9 years & still going strong (a local police department) I see in the 911 briefing log at least one report a day of someone who either lost or had their cell phone stolen. They need the police report for their service provider. But having this serial code on hand, wouldn't/couldn't that speed the process? I think so.
Genie.