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I started reading up and found that unfortunately these little pieces of technology are the number one target for thieves. However, there are ways you can prevent this horrible episode from happening to you. I would like to share with you some points on how to protect yourself, or rather hgow to protect your iPod.

iPods have increasingly grown in popularity over the past few years. With that increase in the number of people walking around with them, the number iPod robberies has also increased. The reason they are targeted is because they are easily identifiable and come without any anti-theft protection, and are not a low cost gadget. So let's go on to some easy to follow prevention steps, that may prove to be valuable to you one day.

1) The number one thing you never want to do is to leave your iPod unattended and if you do need to leave it without your supervision, make sure to hide it well. At all times keep it in your pocket, purse, in your pants or jacket. When you leave it in your car, keep it well out of sight, such as putting it in to the glove compartment or under a seat, you never know who will be walking by your car and see it. The trouble may not just be that your iPod is missing, in most cases you will need to deal with a shattered window. I am not sure which one is more costly, the replacing the car window or the iPod, so you would want to avoid both.

2) Although most people choose to walk around and show-off their iPod earphones, it might not be so wise. When thieves see someone with these iPod ear pieces they just need to see where it leads to and walk over and snatch it, they are real giveaways for thieves looking for a target. I would recommend to find earphones for iPods that are less less distinguishable and therefore less likely to draw unwanted attention.

3) Try not to wear your iPod belt clip in the open, rather have a t-shirt or other clothing covering your iPod. Wearing them out is a call for a thief to rob you and before you realize, some thief is now the proud new owner of your beloved iPod.

4) Another smart move is to register your iPod with Apple. Register your serial number which can be found on the back of your iPod. Next, make sure to create a profile including your home address and phone number. Once you registered your iPod, if someone finds your iPod they can contact Apple to report your lost iPod, Apple will contact you immediately that your iPod has been found.

It's also a good idea in general to know your iPod's serial number. If it ever gets stolen, you will be able to provide the police with your serial number. This may give the police a much better chance of recovering your iPod.

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