Cell Phone ProtectionCell Phone protection can involve various measures to safeguard your device from physical damage, cyber threats, and data loss. Here are key ways to protect your phone:
1. Physical Protection- Case & Screen Protector: Use a sturdy case and tempered glass screen protector to prevent damage from drops and scratches.
- Waterproofing: If your phone isn't water-resistant, consider a waterproof case.
- Avoid Extreme Conditions: Keep your phone away from excessive heat, cold, or moisture.
2. Cybersecurity & Data Protection- Strong Passwords & Biometrics: Use PINs, fingerprints, or facial recognition for access.
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Enable 2FA on important accounts for extra security.
- Software Updates: Regularly update your phone's OS and apps to patch vulnerabilities.
- Secure Wi-Fi & VPNs: Avoid public Wi-Fi or use a VPN to encrypt your connection.
- App Permissions: Limit what apps can access (camera, microphone, location, etc.).
3. Theft & Loss Prevention- Find My Device: Enable features like "Find My I phone: (Apple) or "Find My Device" (Android).
- Remote Wipe: Set up remote wiping options in case your phone is lost or stolen.
- Avoid Unattending Charging Stations: Use your own charger to prevent data theft.
4. Backup & Recovery- Cloud & Local Backups: Regularly back up photos, contacts, and important data.
- Sync with Google Drive or iCloud: Automate backups for easy recovery.
If you do not want to receive telemarketer calls on your cell phone, call the National Do Not Call Registry at 888-382-1222 from the cell phone you wish to register. Registration is free.
Please contact the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs at 732-929-2105 if you have any questions. TALKING AND TEXTING WHILE DRIVINGTexting or talking while driving is a distracted, dangerous activity that diverts a person's attention away from the primary task of driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2021 alone, over 3,522 people were killed in distracted driving crashes.
Almost every state in the nation has some type of restriction about usin a mobile device while driving. Visit https://www.nj.gov/ for current laws and violations.
New Jersey has one of the toughest laws in the nation about the use of cell phones while driving: Under Title 39- Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation Section 39:4-97.3-Use of wireless telephone, electronic communication device in moving vehicles; definitions; enforcement:
Drivers must use hands-free devices while talking on cell phones.
1st offense-($200-$400 fine plus costs)
2nd offense-($400-$600 fine plus costs)
Text messaging and the use of video games are prohibited while driving.
School bus operators are prohibited from using cell phones while driving.
Drivers under the age of 21 with learner's permits or probationary licenses are prohibited from using cell phones, texting devices and other hand-held or hands-free wireless electronic devices while driving (including iPods).
New Jersey also has adopted a law allowing prosecution of cell phone users if they drive recklessly and cause serious harm or death. Penalties could include prison time and fines up to $150,000, similar to drunken driver punishments. The legislation, A-107 4, was tagged as
"Kulesh, Kubert and Bolis' Law," after New Jersey victims of distracted driving accidents.
Hand-held cell phone users causing serious crashes while driving would be prosecuted under criminal homicide or assault-by-vehicle laws. Visit Handsfreeinfo.com for more information about distracted driving, or write to or call:
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20590
1-888-327-4236
1-800-424-9153
Please contact Ocean County Consumer Affairs at 732-929-2105 if you have any questions or fill out a complaint form.
|