A mobile phone which emits an earsplitting scream if stolen has been launched in the UK.
Manufacturers believe the system, which is also designed to wipe data and deactivate handsets, could stamp out mobile phone theft in just two years.
The Remote XT system links customers' mobile phones to a secure remote server which stores all their data from other phone numbers to text messages and emails.
If the owner is mugged or realises their phone is missing they can dial a 24-hour call centre and have it registered as stolen.
Tracking the phone's location using masts, the system immediately activates an alarm like a high-pitched scream which can only be stopped by removing the battery.
The system also disables the handset itself so that it cannot be used even if the thief removes the SIM card.
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Manufacturers believe the system, which is also designed to wipe data and deactivate handsets, could stamp out mobile phone theft in just two years.
The Remote XT system links customers' mobile phones to a secure remote server which stores all their data from other phone numbers to text messages and emails.
If the owner is mugged or realises their phone is missing they can dial a 24-hour call centre and have it registered as stolen.
Tracking the phone's location using masts, the system immediately activates an alarm like a high-pitched scream which can only be stopped by removing the battery.
The system also disables the handset itself so that it cannot be used even if the thief removes the SIM card.
More here - ITV News - 'Screaming phone' to deter muggers