Looters who stole iPhones from a French Apple store faced an unexpected setback when the devices were remotely disabled and tracked by authorities. The stolen phones, which were likely activated with Apple’s security features, allowed police to locate and recover them. The incident highlights how built-in anti-theft measures can complicate theft attempts for tech devices. Apple’s tracking capabilities have become a key tool in combating smartphone-related crimes.
French Apple store looters get unpleasant surprise on stolen iPhones: ‘Disabled and being tracked’ New York Post
