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Traveling soon? 5 simple ways I thwart phone thieves - and you can too

Phone theft is on the rise. Here are a few simple but effective things anyone can do to protect their device while on the go.

Phone theft has been on the rise, especially in popular cities such as New York, London, and Rio de Janeiro, according to a 2025 report from the mobile industry group GSMA. Designed to hold mobile phones and other small items, these wrap around your waist or chest and are made of durable material that can't easily be cut or sliced open. I can also use my watch to make and receive phone calls, respond to texts and emails, access my calendar, and view the latest weather forecast.

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