Martin Lewis warns of a significant rise in phone thefts, highlighting a 40% increase in London. He emphasizes that thieves aim to access financial data, making it crucial for individuals to protect themselves. In the Martin Lewis Money Show, five essential tips were shared to secure mobile devices, including using remote tracking apps and enabling biometrics. Lewis also suggested keeping a unique PIN for banking apps to mitigate risks associated with 'shoulder surfing.' Additionally, he advises saving the IMEI number for potential recovery if a phone is stolen.
"There are thieves who want to access your finances by your phone. It is growing. It is dangerous. Protect yourself please."
"Mobile phone thefts are up 40% in London, but they're going up right across the country too."
"If you're not going to and you're a PIN code type person, please make it a different pin code for the phone and the banking apps."
"Dial *#6# to get your IMEI image, then screen grab and save it. That is what you're going to need to get if your phone is stolen."
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