how can I use the locator app to find my ipod

Change your iTunes (Apple ID) password along with any other password that was stored in the iPod. If any passwords are associated with credit cards, contact the CC company and get your card replaced (with a new number). If any passwords are associated with a bank or any other savings institution, contact them also and discuss approprate action with them.

The "Find my..." function is pretty much useless if the device is in the hands of a thief. All that is necessary is for the thief to connect to any computer with iTunes and "Restore as new."

The only real protection you have is with the personal information on the device rather than the physical device itself. This requires action before the device is lost/stolen. If the device has significant personal information, it should have a strong 8-digit (or longer) password AND be configured for automatic wipe in the event of ten consecutive incorrect password entries.

maybe he just wants to find it in his house

bnlacava wrote:

maybe he just wants to find it in his house

In that case, he's wasting his time. The iPod location service isn't accurate enough. If he's lucky, it can narrow down the location to "somewhere in the house or maybe on the front lawn."

Install 'find my iPhone' and set it up - it will tell you where all of your devices are that are: turned on, and connected to internet/cell service. It is only as accurate as your location in 'Maps', so it really won't tell you "under your bed"...

Yes but it can play a sound which should help someone find it in one's house.

Good point.