iPhone 3GS earphones - passcode-locked phone security issue

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snowkiwi

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#48540 15-Nov-2009 18:42

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Just a warning to iPhone users - Has anyone noticed that the iPhone (3GS) will make a call using voice command and head phones even when the phone is passcode-locked.

Has anyone found out how to sort this issue. Otherwise it kinda semi defeats the purpose of locking. Data etc may be safe but someone can call england for 2 hours.

s.joseph

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#273284 15-Nov-2009 19:18

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In Settings, choose General > Passcode Lock and turn Voice Dial off. Unlock iPhone to use voice dialing.

Its on the apple website......

Satch

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#273300 15-Nov-2009 20:08

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And having to touch the iPhone to use a hands free function kind of defeats that purpose too...

snowkiwi

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#273320 15-Nov-2009 21:41

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Thanks - excuse my dumb comment/question ( i should really listen to my late dads advice more! )

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