iOS Shutdown Requires PIN

Originator:adam
Number:rdar://11685350 Date Originated:17-Jun-2012
Status:Open Resolved:
Product:iPhone/iPod Touch Product Version:All
Classification:Feature (New) Reproducible:Always
 
Summary:

If an iOS device is stolen it is possible to use Find My iPhone/iPad to help recover it. The problem is that it is simple for the thief to switch off the device, rendering the service incapable of locating it. It would be great if it were possible as part of Find My iPhone or Restrictions to disable powering off the device without first entering a PIN, so that the service can continue to operate.

Steps to Reproduce:

Enable Find My iPhone on an iPhone.


Expected Results:

1. Attempt to turn off the iPhone.
2. Be prompted for a PIN.
3. Leave the iPhone on.
4. Attempt to locate it using Find My iPhone.
5. Observe success.

Actual Results:

1. Turn off the iPhone.
2. Attempt to locate it using Find My iPhone.
3. Observe failure.

Regression:

N/A

Notes:

None.

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