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So you just upgraded to a phone with Bluetooth so you can have a wireless headset. Cool for you, right?
Yes, AND for the thief down the block waiting to steal all of your confidential information and data off your phone.
Unless you take proper steps to protect yourself, you're facing a huge risk for identity theft and more.
Learn how to turn off the Bluetooth functionality on your phone right away and only use Bluetooth when you need it. If not, you're on track to become an identity theft statistic.
If you have any questions, please feel free to comment below. I'll be happy to answer if I can.
--The guest blogger is Tech Guru Dave Politis with Politis Communications.
