One of the most unpleasant events for every smartphone owner is the theft or loss of their device. In this situation, many give up hope of finding their phone and are forced to buy a new device. However, today's technology allows for tracking the location of devices. Through this, the following address of stolen iPhone smartphones around the world has been identified: the "Feiyang Times" building in Shenzhen, China.
This building has become a real "nightmare" for Apple device owners worldwide. According to an investigation by the Financial Times, hundreds, if not thousands, of stolen and lost iPhone smartphones have accumulated here. It has been reported that stolen devices from major cities like London, New York, and Los Angeles reach this building within a week.
The "Feiyang Times" officially operates as a center for smartphone repair and sales. However, according to the opinions expressed by victims on Apple forums, not everything in the building is straightforward and correct. Specifically, it turns out that stores selling used and, in some cases, stolen iPhone smartphones are located on the fourth floor of the building.
Here, not only whole devices are collected, but also blocked and unusable devices. These devices are sold for parts. Due to the high demand for such products, sellers pay no attention to the origin of the device. Even blocked devices are bought with great demand in the stores of the building.
The case of Sem Amrani, who lives in London, illustrates how serious this situation is. Sem's new iPhone 15 Pro smartphone was snatched from his hand on the city streets. He managed to determine the phone's next location using the online tracking feature. The smartphone was found at several addresses in London before reaching Shenzhen, China, via Hong Kong. This revealed the exact location of the device.
Victims have noted that after the phone was stolen, the thieves even contacted the device owners via iMessage. They resorted to various threats to force the owners to unlock the phone. If the owners did not comply with their demands, they threatened to sell the motherboard, the main component of the device, and disclose personal information.
In reality, retrieving data from blocked devices is nearly impossible. However, such threats can instill serious fear in phone owners, especially users without technical knowledge. The fact that Apple has not yet provided an official comment on this situation indicates its seriousness.
Experts say that such cases indicate shortcomings in the systems for blocking devices and combating theft. However, Apple and other technology companies have yet to offer clear and comprehensive solutions to reduce such situations.
Shenzhen has become a hub for collecting stolen devices worldwide. Here, devices are sold for parts and distributed globally. This is contributing to the increase in the number of stolen smartphones worldwide. Analysts believe that international police and law enforcement agencies need to take extensive measures against such situations on a global scale.
At the same time, everyone purchasing devices should pay serious attention to their origin. If buyers refuse to purchase such devices, the market for stolen devices will eventually disappear.
This situation has caused a significant resonance worldwide. Many users are demanding that Apple take stronger and more effective measures against such situations. This should serve as a serious lesson not only for Apple but also for other smartphone manufacturers.
The editorial team of Zamin.uz closely monitors such situations and advises our readers to always be cautious about the security of their phones. Our phones are not just devices for us; they have become an important part of our personal lives. Ensuring their security is the duty of every user.
