Hi, thanks for stating the blindingly obvious, however with some security programs they are hidden, also some of the thieving sods are not the sharpest pencil in the box. Also any chance to get sods arrested is good. My Ipad has a security system, hidden and works. I also have the option to remotely wipe the disk, locate and inform the authority. Any phone has a tracking number, no connection with the sim card installed, it can be tracked by the police after you register it stolen. World wide service.