How to quickly locate your lost Android phone
You are familiar with the emotion. the sensation of "I think I lost my phone." That moment of fear when you feel like you should check your pockets and worry about your abandoned Samsung Galaxy® and whether it's falling into the wrong hands. "How do I find my lost phone?" is all you can think of as you start to retrace your steps that got you to this point without a phone.
Asurion recognizes that losing a cell phone is inconvenient because we also adore them and depend on them for everything. Fortunately, our specialists are sharing how to easily locate your phone in case it disappears with AndroidTM users.
How to quickly locate your stolen or lost Android phone
First thing: being prepared is essential. Though nobody ever intends to misplace their phone, it does occur. Our data indicates that over 1,000 phones are either stolen or lost every hour. Therefore, it's crucial to enable phone tracking just in case.
How to activate "Find My Mobile Feature" on your Samsung phone.
1. Select Allow this phone to be found under Settings > Security and privacy > Find My Mobile.
2. To turn it on, tap the switch.
Navigate to Settings > Location to increase location accuracy. Next, choose Google Location Accuracy and click on Location services. Verify that the option is activated.
How to activate Using your Google Pixel, locate "My Device".
1. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Device Finder > Locate my gadget.
2. To turn it on, just tap the switch.
Additionally, confirm that location services are enabled. Select Location after opening Settings. Check to see if the option is on.
How to set up a backup contact list on your phone's lock screen
Setting up a lock screen message with a backup contact list is another useful step. Our research has shown that phones bearing these messages had a threefold higher chance of being returned to their owners in the event that they were lost. It is quite easy to assemble.
On a Samsung Galaxy, do the following:
1. Navigate to Settings > Lock screen first.
2. Press the lock screen button.
3. Click + Contact details.
4. Tap Done after entering your email address or a different phone number.
If you own a Google PixelTM, select Lock screen by going to Settings > Display. Next, on the lock screen, select Add text, enter your details, and select Save.
Okay, so you've covered every base in case your phone gets lost. Let's now discuss what to do in the event that your phone is lost. These three simple methods are suggested by our specialists to assist you in finding it.
Three techniques to locate your misplaced gadget
1. Use Google Maps to find the position of your phone.
1. Go to http://find.android.com.
2. Enter your password and GmailTM account to log in.
3. You can view the approximate location of your mobile phone on the map. In the event that the device is lost, it will display the last known location, if any is available.
You may locate, lock, or delete your Android device from the map page in three different ways:
1. From audio. Your phone will continue to ring even if it is on vibrate or mute.
2. Secure device. You can make a new location pin or use the one you currently have. Using this feature, you may also leave a note or contact number for anyone who finds your smartphone.
3. Delete the gadget. You can think of this as a factory reset. To safeguard your personal information, you can do this remotely.
Your phone may not be connected to a Wi-Fi network or be running low on battery if you're attempting to locate it using the Find My Device feature and it's not working.
The most crucial thing is to never give up. When the phone establishes a network connection, it will appear on the map.
2. Use your smart home speaker to locate your phone.
Your smart speaker could be able to assist you if you can't find your phone and know it's somewhere in your home. It will locate your phone quickly if your smart speaker and device are both signed into the same account.
Saying something along the lines of "Okay Google, find my phone" is possible if you own a Google Home HubTM. After verifying the item you are requesting information on, your smart speaker will start to ring. The finest aspect? Your phone will continue to make sounds even if it is set to vibrate or quiet.
3. Utilize a Bluetooth tracker to locate your phone.
Do you frequently lose track of where you put your phone? You are not alone, so don't worry. Purchase Bluetooth® trackers to add an additional layer of protection. There are several on the market right now, such as the Tile®. All you need to do is integrate your phone with the tracker so that it can assist you locate it more quickly when it becomes momentarily lost behind a couch cushion by sounding an alarm on your phone.
Need assistance after trying these steps? We've got you covered. Speak with an expert over the phone or over chat to get your IT issue fixed.