This is why it 's so important to always protect your cell phone with at least a security passcode or swipe pattern . 90 % of the time , people who find lost smartphones need to access sensitive data , research shows . In 2011 , phone theft around the world spiked on Christmas and New Year 's Eve . Smartphone security company estimates average smartphone repair cost is $ 200 . Philadelphia , Seattle top list of cities where phones are lost the most .
90 % of the time , people who find lost smartphones need to access sensitive data , research shows . In 2011 , phone theft around the world spiked on Christmas and New Year 's Eve . Smartphone security company estimates average smartphone repair cost is $ 200 . Philadelphia , Seattle top list of cities where phones are lost the most .