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Volume 13 Issue 02, 2024

SURVEY PAPER ON MOBILE THEFT PREVENTION SYSTEM

Prof.V.S.Nalawade1, Mr. Shinde Shhubham Sharad2 , Mr. Takmoge Pravin Dhananjay3, Mr. Shirsat Saiprasad
Popat4, Mr. Wagh Swaraj Baban5

1Dean Academics and Head-AI & DS Engg. Dept., S. B. Patil College of Engineering, Savitribai Phule Pune University,
[email protected]
2Department of Computer Engineering, Savitribai Phule Pune University, [email protected]
3Department of Computer Engineering Savitribai Phule Pune University, [email protected]
4Department of Computer Engineering, Savtribai Phule Pune University, [email protected]
5Department of Computer Engineering, Savtribai Phule Pune University, [email protected]

Keywords Abstract
Mobile Tracking
Machine Learning The proposed system enables mobile tracking using GPS to determine a
GPS-based anti-theft device's location. When activated via a message, the application retrieves the
system current latitude and longitude, sending this information to a predefined email.
It aims to enhance child safety and address mobile theft challenges. If a theft
occurs, the system detects SIM card changes or device restarts, sending a
password to an alternate number for device locking and location tracking.
Additionally, it can activate a sound on the lost device. Developed with Android
Studio, Java, and SQLite, the system includes features like capturing images of
the culprit and reporting them to authorities.

Introduction Objectives:
Problem Statement
In this project we develop a system that can Location Tracking: Enable real-time tracking of
track and prevent our mobile in case of forget the mobile device's location using GPS technology.
somewhere or lost or stolen. Remote Locking: Allow users to remotely lock the
Goal and Objective device to prevent unauthorized access.
Goals: Theft Alerts: Send notifications and alerts upon
The goal of the anti-theft mobile tracking SIM card changes or device restarts to facilitate
system is to provide a reliable way to locate recovery.
lost or stolen devices. It enables users to
track their phone's location, lock the device Solution Provided to Problem
remotely, and receive alerts if the SIM card is
changed. Ultimately, it aims to enhance Real-Time GPS Tracking: The system uses GPS to
continuously monitor the device's location,
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security and help recover stolen phones allowing users to track it in real-time through a
effectively. web or mobile application.
SIM Card Change Alerts: The system detects any
SIM card changes and sends alerts to a predefined
alternate number, enabling users to take
immediate action.

Sr. Paper Author Year Problem solved in this paper : Technique used What will be future work
No Title Existing Problem Statement to solve : Future Scope
problem :
Existing
Problem
Solutions
1 Low Saurab 2020 High energy consumption in Integration of Enhance algorithms for
power h S. existing vehicle tracking GPS and GSM better accuracy and
Smart ChakoN systems. for real-time efficiency.
Vehicle eema A. location
Trackin Ukani tracking of
g, stolen devices.
Monitor
ing,
Collisio
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avoidan
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Antithef
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System.
[1]

2 Mobile Zhenge 2019 High rate of mobile phone theft GPS tracking, Explore machine
Phone Guo, and ineffective recovery user behaviour learning for enhanced
Anti- Haoyua methods. analysis. behaviour prediction.
theft n Zheng
Method
Based
on
Mobile
Track
and
User
Charact
eristic.
[2]

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3 A J N Rai, 2020 High incidence of vehicle theft Vehicle Ad-hoc Investigate integration
reliable Naveen in urban environments. Networks with emerging 5G
integrat Verma, (VANET), GPS technologies for
ed car Anubha tracking. enhanced
anti- v Gaba communication.
theft
system
in
VANET.
[3]

4 Advanc Gupta 2021 Vulnerabilities in power grid Hybrid grid Investigate integration
ed et al systems leading to theft and architecture, with blockchain for
Hybrid faults. IoT sensors. enhanced security.
Grid
with
Anti-
Theft
Alert
and
Fault
Detecti
on.[4]

5 Real Syed 2020 High theft rates of vehicles due Facial Explore integration with
Time Fasiudd to inadequate detection recognition, IoT advanced machine
Applica in, systems. Inefficient real-time notifications, learning for improved
tion of Dr. alerts for theft attempts. shock sensors, recognition accuracy.
Vehicle Khan IoT devices for Investigate the role of
Anti Sohelra monitoring and block chain for secure
Theft na notifications. data transmission.
Detecti
on and
Protecti
on with
Shock
Using
Facial
Recogni
tion and
IoT
Notifica
tion[6]

6 AI Abood 2022 No real-time analysis of AI algorithms Improve AI models with

Based et al. location history to predict or that analyse more diverse datasets
Theft detect theft. location and introduce real-time
Detecti patterns and learning for dynamic
on with detect environments.
Historic suspicious
al behaviour.
Locatio
n
Data.[7]

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7 NFC Yadav 2020 Existing solutions are not NFC and RFID Expand NFC/RFID range
and And suitable for contactless theft for secure and develop integration
RFID- Sharma prevention and secure device device access with biometric
Based tracking. and theft authentication for
Anti prevention. enhanced security.
Theft
Mobile
Security
System.
[8]
8 Geofen- Brown 2021 Traditional GPS-based Geofencing to Develop energy efficient
cing and tracking consumes significant restrict geofencing techniques
Based Wilson. battery power and is not movement of with broader
Mobile always precise. devices and applications in smart
Theft trigger alerts cities and IoT.
Prevent when devices
ion.[10] leave
predefined
areas.
9 IoT Park et 2019 Conventional tracking systems IoT integration Introduce AI in IoT
Based al. are standalone and don’t for continuous devices for more
Mobile leverage IoT for enhanced communication advanced anomaly
Theft tracking. between detection and
Trackin devices to track autonomous decision-
g and alert for making.
System. theft.
[12]
10 Block Tan and 2019 Existing tracking systems are Block chain Explore scalability and
Chain Zeng vulnerable to tampering and technology for speed improvements for
Backed data corruption. tamper-proof real-time tracking with
Secure decentralized block chain integration.
Mobile theft detection
Theft and tracking.
Detecti
on.[13]

• Designed with parental controls, the app

Limitations Of Existing System allows parents to monitor their children's
locations for added safety.
•Battery Drain: Continuous tracking and monitoring • Key functionalities include remote access
can lead to significant battery drain, which may to the stolen phone, a built-in buzzer for
prompt users to disable these features. immediate alerts, and automatic GPS
• User Awareness: Many users are unaware of the activation to pinpoint the device's
features available to protect their devices, such as location.
remote locking or data wiping, leading to • Additionally, the app can detect SIM
underutilization. changes, sending location data via SMS if
• Social Engineering Attacks: Thieves may use tactics the internet is unavailable, card making it
to bypass security features by impersonating the a reliable and cost-effective solution for
device owner. smartphone security.
• Physical Tampering: Thieves can disable or remove References
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