Just when you thought that you have heard all of the benefits of the iPhone compared to other smartphones, you find that there is another reason to consider switching to this smartphone if you do not already own one.
The iPhone along with a special package offered through AT&T and Apple can assist anyone that has their iPhone stolen or lost tracked to it's current location. It is even possible to shut the iPhone down from a remote location.
All of these options are handled through MobileMe. This is the special software package offered through AT&T and Apple. The software synchronizes data between your iPhone and home computer. It also includes a global positioning system.
The cost is $99/year for an individual or $149/year for the family. There is a free 60 day trial for the individual account at Apple.
Here is a great story about a guy whose iPhone was stolen from his car while he was at church. He used MobileMe to locate the phone and then printed out pictures of the suspect's house. Him and another victim contacted police and had their iPhones returned the following day.
The cost of MobileMe for those not interested in synchronizing data between their iPhone and home computer would be the same as buying an insurance policy for the phone. This option would not make sense for everyone, but it could be better than the $400 to $500 to replace a missing iPhone for some people.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
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