Today’s Topic: The IMEI Number
What is IMEI Number?
The IMEI number is used by a GSM network to identify valid devices and therefore can be used for stopping a stolen phone from accessing that network. For example, if a mobile phone is stolen, the owner can call their network provider and instruct them to “blacklist” the phone using its IMEI number.
How can I check my phone IMEI number?
> As with most GSM phones, you can find your IMEI by opening your dialer and typing *#06# using the keypad.
> The unique number will be displayed as soon as you press the second number sign.
> The number is also found in Settings > About Device > Status.
> Just scroll down until you get to the IMEI number.
How do you find the IMEI number on an iPhone?
Follow these steps:
> Open Settings.
> Tap General > About.
> Scroll down to locate the IMEI number.
> Tap and hold the IMEI number to bring up a Copy bubble.
> Tap Copy.
How do I find my IMEI number on my iPhone if I have lost it?
Find IMEI number of lost iPhone
> Launch iTunes on the computer containing the backup.
> Go to iTunes Menu >> Preferences and select Devices tab.
> Your iPhone backups will be displayed under the Device Backups section.
> Hover the mouse pointer over any of the backups and wait for the details to appear.
How does IMEI work in tracking my lost phone?
> Copy that IMEI code.
> Write your IMEI down before your phone gets lost or stolen.
> If your mobile phone is stolen, you can call or go to the nearest service center of your mobile network and give that IMEI number to staff to block your phone.
How can I check IMEI number in Samsung?
Samsung Galaxy Ace/S/S2
> Open your apps list and find the Settings icon.
> Tap on it, then scroll down to the bottom of the list until you can see About phone. …
> Now that you’re in the About phone section, press Status.
> Scroll down the Status menu until you find IMEI.
> Here, you will find your phone’s IMEI!
How to check the IMEI of an Android phone using Google Dashboard
> Sign into your Google Account.
> Open the Android Device Manager.
> Your IMEI number should be displayed along with your registered Android device.
> With this information, the authorities should be able to track down your lost or stolen phone much more quickly and easily.
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