Apple is making it almost impossible for thieves to resell your stolen iPhone

13-Jun-2026

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Apple's enhanced security features in iOS 26.4, including Stolen Device Protection, prevent thieves from easily resetting and reactivating stolen iPhones. London's Metropolitan Police collaborate with Apple to track stolen devices and report an 18% drop in phone thefts over a year. 

These security improvements reduce the resale value of stolen phones, undermining the incentive for theft. By requiring extra authentication and delays before critical changes, Apple enables owners to secure their devices, significantly impacting the global issue of smartphone theft.