OT: Need help unlocking phone ...

[Matt Graham]

> On Wed, Dec 6, 2017 at 8:17 AM, <joe at actionline.com> wrote:
>> My wife has a friend who is dying of cancer
>> and has forgotten the code to unlock her
>> Galaxy S3 phone.
>> My wife has power of attorney to take care of
>> her friend's affairs and needs to get the phone
>> unlocked in order to find the contact information
On 2017-12-06 08:54, Carruth, Rusty wrote:
> And, while you’re there, set yourself up as the person to take over
> when the google account goes inactive (or whatever they call it).
> And, if they’ll let you get access to her account, you should be able
> to change her gmail password, which should let you get the contacts--
> IF they’re saved in her account.

This hasn't happened to everyone yet, but it should provide a good 
warning:  Think about what might happen to your user accounts and other 
digital junk when you die.  At least do something like put a sealed 
envelope with important usernames and passwords (and phone unlock codes) 
in a safe deposit box or another secure location.  It'll make things a 
lot easier, since whoever has the power of attorney won't have to deal 
with telcos or first-tier support.

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