While you most likely got locked out of your phone through your own actions ... "It is possible to unlock an iPhone with third-party software, but I'd advise against it. Use iTunes or Finder ...

However, according to exclusive information received by Network News, the upswing in crime could be caused by the easy availability of phone unlocking software which is being 'marketed' by drug ...

Historically, manufacturers have let buyers unlock that access and customize what software their phones run. Notable exceptions in the US have, for the most part, only included carrier-specific ...