InquireDeviceStatus Usage
Retrieve wireless device status information. Indicates if a device is currently blacklisted (i.e., reported as stolen), or previously blacklisted.
Use Cases
These are some examples of when a partner would use InquireDeviceStatus to check a device’s blacklisted status:
Device Validation
If a customer wants to switch service to an MVNO, the partner can use the InquireDeviceStatus API to verify if the device they intend to use is reported as stolen. This ensures that the MVNO is not unknowingly providing service to stolen devices.
Insurance Claims Verification
When an insurance company offers coverage for mobile devices, they can use the InquireDeviceStatus API to verify claims about lost or stolen devices.