Your phone is no longer in your hands? Whatever the reason, be it because your phone is being confiscated by your parents, stolen by someone you don't know, or it's gone unnoticed, surely you want to get it back, right? Fortunately, there are some powerful ways you can make this wish come true, such as convincing your parents that they confiscated your phone. If your phone is lost or stolen, the process can be a bit complicated, but don't worry, you can find more tips in this article!
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Method 1 of 3: Chatting with Parents
Step 1. Approach your parents when they are not busy
In other words, don't mention cell phones when they're busy or in a hurry to get somewhere. Instead, talk to them when they're really free, and most importantly, get your point across in a calm and polite way, not in a tantrum or aggressive manner.
Step 2. Apologize sincerely
Apologize for the mistakes you made and ended up having your phone confiscated by your parents. This method may not work, but it's worth giving it a try, especially if you can't fix an existing error. After that, affirm your willingness to improve yourself in the future clearly and politely.
Step 3. Give a positive reason for the need for the phone to be returned
If you just claim to want to chat with a friend, chances are that the reason isn't strong enough to get them to return the phone. Therefore, think of some important, urgent, and of course positive reasons, regarding the need for them to return the cellphone.
- For example, say that a friend will contact you to discuss a math assignment, or that you need to contact a friend for academic help from him. However, always remember that giving false excuses, especially academic ones, can get you into new trouble if you get caught!
- Remind them that one of the factors that guarantee your safety is the phone. For example, try asking your parents to imagine a situation that might occur if they needed to call you when you didn't have the phone in your hand.
Step 4. Ask the things that need to be done to get your phone back
If your sentence doesn't have a clear time limit, or if you don't know when the phone will be returned, feel free to ask. In particular, ask them for advice on what you should do to improve your behavior in the future.
Step 5. Fix the problem that occurred
If your parents ask you to clean the room, come home at a certain time, or do other activities, obey their words and rules. In other words, show remorse and a genuine effort to correct behavior in front of your parents.
Step 6. Do something positive for your parents
If the opportunity to fix the problem has passed, at least try to improve your behavior. For example, clean your room thoroughly and thoroughly, and do your job without complaining. Do whatever it takes to show your parents how sorry you are!
Step 7. Patiently wait, if all the above methods don't work
While waiting for your phone to be returned, ask your closest friends to contact you in another way. Trust me, the patience and maturity you show will impress your parents! As a result, they may return your phone in less time than you think.
Ask your parents to limit the time of punishment. Then, remind them when the time is up
Method 2 of 3: Retrieving Stolen Phone
Step 1. Resist the urge to chase the person who stole your phone
If your phone is stolen, do not try to chase the thief, or simply follow his movements, alone. Remember, he may be carrying a sharp weapon capable of endangering your life! Therefore, do not chase or follow him, but write down all the information you have recorded regarding his figure and/or the vehicle he is traveling in.
Step 2. Call the police
Inform the loss that you have experienced to the nearest police, and provide all the information you have regarding the incident. Remember, theft should be handled by the authorities, especially since chances are, you will have to deal with dangerous criminals.
Appreciate the limitations of the police. If they've been doing their best but you can't find your phone, still appreciate it
Step 3. Inform your mobile operator of the theft
In particular, ask them to help freeze your number so the person who stole it can't operate the phone on your behalf, for whatever reason.
Step 4. Use an app to track the phone, if any
If a cell phone tracking app is available such as “Find My Phone”, it should be able to track your phone's location in real time. Inform the police about the location listed on the app so they can help track your phone. If you want, you can also contact your cell phone operator and ask for their help in tracking your phone's location.
Method 3 of 3: Finding Lost Phone
Step 1. Call your cell phone
Use another cell phone to call your number. If your cell phone is still on and is not far from where you are, it's likely that you will hear a ringing tone. If necessary, ask a friend to help you walk into every room in the house and track your phone's location based on its ringtone.
Step 2. Check where you often put your phone
Have you always put your cell phone on the table, in your bag, or in the car? Retrace the locations to make sure nothing is missed.
Step 3. Retrace your activity
Try to remember the last location of your phone, and revisit places you've been to recently. For example, if you had a drink at the bar last night, try calling the bar and asking if any employees have found an unauthorized cell phone. If there is a “lost and found” service that is intended to accommodate lost items, try visiting it and asking the officer who is on duty your cell phone where it is.
Step 4. Ask people you know
That way, if someone nearby finds your phone or is able to identify its last location, they can inform you. In particular, do this to the people you were with when you lost your phone.
Tips
- If it is available on your phone, use the “Find My Phone” app and turn on the location services feature so that the phone can be easily tracked if it gets lost again.
- Protect your phone with a special password so that when it's stolen, others can't operate your phone and access personal information, such as your contact list. Choose a password that is complex and easy to remember, but make sure you don't share it with anyone else for any reason.
