IPhone and Store Security Systems
Lately my phone has been setting off the security system (the shoplifting sensors at the entrance and exits)at many stores. Has anybody else been experiencing this problem and is there any known reason for this?
Message was edited by: ralois
I wish the tags used in the store I used to work in were that light! We had giant ugly plastic things... anywho, it's not likely that something like that would physically be in the iPhone, as that would require the iPhone to be opened at the point of sale to remove said device, thus voiding the warranty before the end user's even paid for the thing. Good point though...
I know that these systems can sometimes be overly sensitive, or in some cases, if merchandise on the sales floor is displayed too near the sensors, they can be set off from the opposite, non-door-guarding sides. That's a real pain when customers are walking in and out.
CG
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