Are you saying you believe the majority of iPhone users use the pass code lock? Not from what I observe.
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Does anyone actually use the Pass code Lock feature?
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Are you saying you believe the majority of iPhone users use the pass code lock? Not from what I observe.
I think I might need to investigate MobileMe. The only problem is that it would be of limited usefulness to me since I don't use my Macbook at all...I'm *still* a PC guy when it comes to laptops and desktops.
I never set it up because of the hassle of having to punch in a code every time. Then two weeks ago my phone was stolen from my locker at the gym. I had a lot of personal email on it as well as Mint installed that displayed all my bank accounts.
Although I was able to report the phone stolen, change all my passwords etc., it was pretty scary for a few days -- and from here on, the pass code lock is something I'll be using for sure.
At first I was extremely concerned, but it does also seem that because these things are basically tracking devices as well, it seems that it's in the thief's best interest to wipe the phone asap.
Since then, I've put the pass lock on my ipad and MBP. I was hoping that the free mobileme rumor would be true as although that service looks great, I just don't want to pay any more than I already am. With the amount of iphone users that are cropping up who don't need any serious syncing, it might be a good move for Apple to install the remote wipe function into itunes.
Although I was able to report the phone stolen, change all my passwords etc., it was pretty scary for a few days -- and from here on, the pass code lock is something I'll be using for sure.
At first I was extremely concerned, but it does also seem that because these things are basically tracking devices as well, it seems that it's in the thief's best interest to wipe the phone asap.
Since then, I've put the pass lock on my ipad and MBP. I was hoping that the free mobileme rumor would be true as although that service looks great, I just don't want to pay any more than I already am. With the amount of iphone users that are cropping up who don't need any serious syncing, it might be a good move for Apple to install the remote wipe function into itunes.
*shrugs* I wouldn't really know because I don't know how most people like to use their phones and I don't really watch others as they use their phones to see if they're unlocking it. I'm just wondering what's your qualification for saying that most people don't.
Dude, I haven't done research studies...it's just a thread. I have almost no friends who use the feature...and I actually do observe others and their usage and find 'most' people don't use the feature. I am a doctoral student in psych if that means anything to you. It's only my opinion.
A friend of mine was fired for, basically, too much Facebook with co-workers.
Technically, it was for back-talking the CEO. But he fostered a too-familiar attitude among employees (centered around Facebook), and as the ring-leader, he had to go. The Human Resources director broke down and cried and asked if she had to stay for the whole exit meeting. And that points out exactly why he had to go.
IMO, you shouldn't Facebook with co-workers. I don't at all. (i.e. don't Facebook at all).
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As far as security, the iPhone has plusses and minuses. The keyring system is pretty tight, assuming that apps use it as intended. (And don't, for example, store a password in some other plain-text file.) You might be able to log-in to some app that requires a log-in, but it wouldn't yield the password or enable somebody to change it unless the app/site is so stupid as to display the password or allow it to be changed without re-entering the current password. The keyring itself is secure, and even if somebody jailbreaks your iPhone, they aren't going to get your stored passwords.
On the other hand, most apps that use a login leave you logged-in, so that the lock code is the only thing protecting you. No way I would not have a lock code.
As well, the requirement of entering a password for app purchase encourages weak iTunes passwords.
There needs to be a better way. Not sure what it is.
I just don't want people seeing my stuff...I don't really have any real bank info or anything, but I just don't want people snooping around in my 2k+ photos or on my facebook or email.
Plus, once you get used to it (every time I change it getting used to it takes like an hour) I can unlock it in under a second with my eyes closed.
Plus, once you get used to it (every time I change it getting used to it takes like an hour) I can unlock it in under a second with my eyes closed.
Although I never used it, after my phone went missing I quickly discovered that out of all the people I know with an iPhone, I was the only one who didn't use it.
Virtually all of my friends' first comments were not to worry because the thief wouldn't be able to get past the pass code. Even when I reported it missing to the gym, AT&T, and the police, the first thing out of their mouths was that the pass-code would keep the info safe.
Without polling all iPhone users to find out who does and doesn't use it, we'll never really know. But as I quickly found out the hard way, I (the non-pass code user) was very much a minority.
Completely agree.
A friend of mine signed in to her Facebook account on an iPad at an Apple Store here in Southern California...didn't sign out...and you wouldn't believe what whoever got to that iPad after her did to her account.
I don't need/want anybody snooping...and causing damage that it will take me time to correct.
There's really people out there that don't put a pin in?
Jeez think of the 5 seconds of effort compared to the pain you'll suffer if you've lost it and got email on it. credit card numbers, addresses, contact details etc.
That's just plain data suicidal.
Jeez think of the 5 seconds of effort compared to the pain you'll suffer if you've lost it and got email on it. credit card numbers, addresses, contact details etc.
That's just plain data suicidal.
i have mobile me, but because of battery drain i keep location services turned off on my iphone.
with location services turned off, mobile me becomes worthless as you cant wipe or find your iphone if its lost.
with location services turned off, mobile me becomes worthless as you cant wipe or find your iphone if its lost.
to get access to my exchange email, I have to have a password, it does it for me and doesn't allow me to remove it unless I deactivate that account on my phone.
I can't think if why a person would not use a p/w to log on. Sure Mobile Me can wipe your phone, but if you are out and about then by the time you wipe its too late.
Also, if you have kids, young nieces and nephews, etc, it's a great way to prevent them from using your phone w/o asking.
It take me literally 1 second to unlock. It's not a huge burden compared to the protection it offers. People that do not use it either have no personal data to protect or are morons that probably can't memorize a 4 digit code.
Also, if you have kids, young nieces and nephews, etc, it's a great way to prevent them from using your phone w/o asking.
It take me literally 1 second to unlock. It's not a huge burden compared to the protection it offers. People that do not use it either have no personal data to protect or are morons that probably can't memorize a 4 digit code.
Passcode lock is required by my employer's Exchange policy. My phone is set to auto-lock after 1 minute, but not require the passcode for 5 minutes.
In iOS 4 there's an option to turn on a "simple passcode" which is just a 4-digit number. (I don't recall if this option is in iOS 3.x.) This option is not enforced by the Exchange policy but I have it set to off and use an 8-character passcode.
The Exchange policy does not allow me to turn the passcode requirement off. The policy also enforces a data wipe after 10 failed passcode entries. This is for my employer's protection, and by association, mine as well. Most of my secrets are entrusted to 3rd party apps that are designed to protect data very well; the passcode lock is just an added layer of paranoia.
In iOS 4 there's an option to turn on a "simple passcode" which is just a 4-digit number. (I don't recall if this option is in iOS 3.x.) This option is not enforced by the Exchange policy but I have it set to off and use an 8-character passcode.
The Exchange policy does not allow me to turn the passcode requirement off. The policy also enforces a data wipe after 10 failed passcode entries. This is for my employer's protection, and by association, mine as well. Most of my secrets are entrusted to 3rd party apps that are designed to protect data very well; the passcode lock is just an added layer of paranoia.
I have 15 minute lock on mine. We all tend to leave our iPhones lying around at work and people tend to pick them up to have a look. I think 50% of us at work have a passcode enabled.
I'm still in the MobileMe trial, but if I did lose my iPhone, I'd most likely be drunk and unable to operate a computer or wouldn't realize til hours later after they've gone through all the data.
I'm still in the MobileMe trial, but if I did lose my iPhone, I'd most likely be drunk and unable to operate a computer
or wouldn't realize til hours later after they've gone through all the data.
