Judging from all of these anti-theft innovations, you'd think the only people on this planet were those with sticky fingers. But while you and I might be honest individuals who would never dream of stealing someone else's phone, bike, car or (gasp!) sandwich, knowing what your options are when it comes to protecting your goods is not paranoid -- it's essential.
A good bike doesn't come cheap (perhaps this is what the thieves tell themselves as well), so you might as well protect it with a wireless bike lock or a tire clamp. And, while you're at it, why not slip on a thief-proof coat and add a bum-recognition seat to your car? Make sure you check out all the anti-theft innovations on this list; they're definitely necessities if you possess things you just don't want others to take.
49 Ways to Thwart Thieves
Anti-Theft Innovations, from Belted Bike Locks to Thief-Proof Coats:
Katherinev123 — Jun 26, 2012 — Tech

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Wall Outlet Safe

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Tire-Clamping Cycle Security
The Head-Lock Bike Lock is an Inventive Anti-Theft Device

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Anti-Theft Lunch Bags
Fake Mold Sherwood Forlee Plastic Bags
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Anti-Theft Denims
The Levi's Commuter Series Caters to Cyclists
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Wraparound Cycles
Kevin Scott Designs a Bendy Bike That Thwarts Thieves
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Thievery-Thwarting Sandwiches
These Lunch Bugs Sandwich Bags Will Keep Your Food Safe
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Fingerprint Security Wallets
Dunhill's Biometric Wallets Uses High Security Technology
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Top Secret Parking
Underground Parking Spaces for 007 Enthusiasts in Big Cities
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PickPocket Guerrilla
Fake Hands Placed In Bags by Brussels Airlines
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Impenetrable Bike Security
The TiGr Titanium Bike Lock Will Give Thieves a Hard Time
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Anti-Theft Bike Designs
Innovative Ways to Keep Your Bicycle Safe, Indoors and Out
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Beach Safes
Anti-Theft Gigga Clam Keeps Belongings Like Sunglasses Safe
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Anti-Theft Apparel
Clothing Arts' Pick-Pocket Proof Pants Offer High Security Style
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Tesla Theft Protection
Cloak Your Car in a Lightning Bolt
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Thief-Proof Coats
Quilted Leather Jacket Has Built-in, Anti-Theft Backpack
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Battlefield Bicycles
The ‘B.O.N.D.' Comes Equipped with Tank Tires and a Flame-Thrower
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Anti-Theft Coffee Cups
The Plug Mug Gets Rid of Java Bandits
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High Security Tablet Locks
Griffin TechSafe Case Offers Serious Protection from Bumps and Thieves
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Dual-Purpose Bike Bolts
Cheng-Tsung Feng's Pedal Lock Thwarts Thieves in Two Ways
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Caged Clutch Collections
The Fleet Ilya SS12 Line is Minimalist and Risque
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Smartphone Gaming Disguises
The Game Boy Color iPhone 4 Decal Dupes Potential Thieves
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Anti-Theft Tablet Sheaths
The Kensington SecureBack iPad 2 Case Keeps Thieves Away
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Wireless Bike Locks
The Halo Bicycle Lock Alerts You to Theft via Your Smartphone
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Purse Protection Systems
The Handbag Security Safe is Stylish and Keeps Pickpockets at Bay
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Sneaky Broken Wheels
The Anti-Theft Collapsible Bike Wheel Deceives Bike Thieves
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Tamper-Proof Cycles
The StayLocked Bike Will Deter Thieves Immediately
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Built-In Anti-Theft Bikes
The Handlebar Bike Lock Ensures That Your Never Forget Your Lock
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Heat-Packing Strongboxes
The GunVault GVB1000 Gun Safe Keeps Your Arms Secured
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iDisguise
Disguise Your Ipod Nano as a Candy
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Protective Gadget-Guards
The iPad Lock Keeps Your Apple Gadget from Pesky Thieves
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Belted Bike Locks
The Hiplok Wearable Bike Lock Lets You Fashionably Secure Your Cycle
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Laptop Security Tethers
The Clicksafe Keyed Laptop Lock Makes Your Computer Thief-Proof
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Deceptive Piggy Banks
Canon DSLR Camera Bank Keeps Your Money Well-Hidden
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Thwarting Auto Thieves
OnStar Stolen Vehicle Slowdown Stops High Speed Chases in Their Tracks
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Gilded Anti-Theft Gadgets
The Justin Gignac 'Security!' Pin Adds a Golden Touch to Safety
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Shocking Anti-Theft Slacks
‘Electric Pants' by Shyam Chaurasia Punishes Pickpockets
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Anti-Theft Umbrellas
Mac Funamizu Ensures the Shacklie Will Not Be Stolen
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Talking Car Computers
The Honda Anti-Theft Negotiator Fends Off Bad Guys
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Thief Photo Posting
'GadgetTrak' Locates Stolen Technology and Shows the Culprit
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Bum Recognition Seats
Anti-Theft Driver's Seat Turns the Shape Of Your Butt Into a Key
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Computer Peripheral Vaults
The NZXT USB Bunker Thwarts Keyboard Thieves
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Weight Security Systems
The Butt-Recognition Car Seat Remembers Your Weight to Stop Thieves
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Household Withdrawal Devices
The Cyber Bank Personal ATM Promotes Saving Overspending
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Anti-Theft Proximity Alarms
The Blue Watchdog Notifies Your Phone in Case of Theft
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Burglar-Detecting Doorstops
The Portable Door Alarm Wedge Will Have Intruders Running
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Sneaky Safety Drawers
Anti-Theft Box Confuses Thiefs and Owners With Arrows
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Flash Drive Encryptors
The Hiddn Crypto Adaptor Keeps Your Digital Life Private
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Guitar Anti-Theft Devices
The Rock Lock Protects Your Six String from Roadies & Thieves
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Criminal Catching Doormats
The Anti-Burglar Mats Traps Thieves on the Way Out
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