Stolen iPhones becoming nearly unusable due to built-in passcode security measures, scammers adapt
Apple's Activation Lock is thwarting thieves' attempts to sell stolen iPhones, as scammers resort to using fake passcodes on devices that have been marked as lost. This has made phone theft less profitable for thieves and highlighted the effectiveness of Apple's security feature.
A growing number of thieves are using scare tactics to scam victims by claiming their stolen iPhone has been wiped due to Activation Lock, which prevents the device from being used until it is unactivated and signed in with a valid Apple ID. This tactic, known as 'Activation Lock theft,' exploits users' fear that their phone is unusable. Thieves contact the victim, claiming the phone's Activation Lock has been activated, and demand payment to reactivate it. The scam often targets those who have recently reported their iPhone lost or stolen.
