stolen cell phones

I read an article on usatoday.com that reports that the most common cell phone stolen is a side kick. the article continues to state that "thieves target Sidekicks because of their urban hipness quotient, and because they're easy to resell." The article also states that Boston police reported more than 300 sidekicks stolen in 2008 alone. It also makes reference to a site called checkmend.com where for a small fee you can register you cell phone or other electronic devise such as GPS incase it is ever stolen they can help you relocate your devices. Also according to checkmend.com "An estimated 600,000 cell phones will be reported lost or stolen this year"....and "Some victims report having received bills for more than $25,000 after their phone was stolen." So my advice to you is if your phone is ever lost or stolen get it shut off immediately to avoid a costly bill.