Fraud Facts: Your phone may be smart, but is it safe? 
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Published: January 28, 2011
Tags: Technology
Current estimates from the wireless communications industry boast that, of 234 million active cell phones in the U.S., approximately 20 percent are “smart phones.” Their growing popularity has created another opportunity for thieves to gain access to your confidential data. Making sure this device is adequately safeguarded should be a priority.
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