Apple iPhone Crime Trending Down: Smartphone Kill Switches Work in Deterring Theft

After a contentious year of debate over whether and how to implement smartphone "kill switches" -- applications that allow users to disable their lost or stolen devices remotely -- it looks like most smartphones will come with that option in an attempt to deter smartphone theft. Here's good news from Apple: They work.

Smartphone 'Kill Switch' Bill Introduced to U.S. Congress, Legislation Allows Consumers to Delete Private Info During Theft for Free

Members of the U.S. Congress are working on legislation that would mandate the addition of a "kill switch" for all smartphones purchased in the United States.
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