How Xiaomi phone helped man find his stolen iPhone 13 in Delhi's Jama Masjid during Ramzan

Tech influencer Tech Star Shahrukh recently took to social media to share a harrowing experience he and his wife encountered during a visit to Jama Masjid for Ramadan iftar. In a detailed post, he recounted the successful recovery of their lost smartphones, highlighting the crucial role of technological safeguards in the process.

Upon leaving the mosque, Shahrukh and his wife discovered that two out of the three smartphones they were carrying—a coveted Apple iPhone 13 and a Xiaomi Civi 2—had been stolen from their bag. Despite being aware of previous theft incidents in the area, Shahrukh attempted to seek help from bystanders.

Xiaomi's Smart Feature helped User

Fortunately, the Xiaomi Civi 2, equipped with a "Shutdown Confirmation" feature, remained powered on despite the theft. This feature, which requires a password for device shutdown, proved instrumental in their recovery efforts.


Using the "Find My Device" function on the Xiaomi website, Shahrukh was able to pinpoint the location of the missing phone. The audible ringing of the device led to its eventual recovery near Gate No 2 of Jama Masjid.

Shahrukh's ordeal underscores several key security measures for smartphone users. Firstly, he emphasizes the importance of keeping the SIM card intact to aid in recovery. Secondly, he suggests avoiding carrying expensive electronics in crowded environments, recommending a more secure alternative such as a chest bag. Lastly, he advocates for enabling features like "Shutdown Confirmation" for an added layer of security.

Reflecting on the incident, Shahrukh shared his sentiments, saying, "Even though we got our phones back, that day still haunts us. It was pure horror. With some luck, quick thinking, patience, and the help of Allah, we were able to retrieve them. If the thieves had been more cunning, we would have lost them."

Since Shahrukh's post, it has garnered significant attention on social media platforms, with one tweet amassing over 154,000 views and a plethora of comments.

One user commented, "Very nice, but it's a bit unfair to judge the entire crowd when carelessness is the real issue."

Another user added humorously, "The moral of the story—always, always listen to your wife."

However, some users expressed concerns about revealing certain security strategies, with one stating, "I enjoyed the suspense, but perhaps the last tip should be omitted to keep thieves unaware of this trick."

Shahrukh's experience serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and utilizing available technology to safeguard personal belongings, especially in crowded public spaces.