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Here’s how to unlock your iPad without a passcode

Once you’re locked out of your iPad, there’s no way to bypass the passcode to get back into the device. Instead, you’ll have to erase it and set it up as new or restore it from a backup.

16 billion logins discovered across exposed datasets, but don’t panic

There’s probably at least one person in your life, perhaps it’s you, that periodically reminds their family of the importance of proper password hygiene. The eye rolls and annoyed dismissals are expected, but the latest data breach may be enough to inspire some motivation.

iOS 18.5 patches 30+ security vulnerabilities

Vulnerabilities in Mail, Notes, FaceTime, iCloud document sharing and more. Also updates for Mac and Apple Watch

Check If an Email Is Valid on Your iPhone

Learn how to avoid falling for deceptive phishing scam emails.

16 billion logins discovered across exposed datasets, but don’t panic

Jun 18, 2025 | > Recent, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security

There's probably at least one person in your life, perhaps it's you, that periodically reminds their family of the...

iOS 18.5 patches 30+ security vulnerabilities

May 12, 2025 | > Recent, Home Kit, iCloud, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security, tvOS, watchOS

Apple released iOS 18.5 alongside other updates on Monday, May 12, 2025. The updates bring several new features, like...

Check If an Email Is Valid on Your iPhone

Apr 20, 2025 | > Recent, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security

Everybody gets phishing emails. But sometimes it’s not always easy to determine if an email is from a legitimate email...

iCloud encryption explained: How secure is your data?

Apr 16, 2025 | > Recent, iCloud, Security

With all the marketing Apple does around privacy, and all the talk lately of government surveillance around the globe,...

Which search engine is the most private? Google, Bing vs. Brave, DuckDuckGo, Startpage, Mojeek

Apr 12, 2025 | > Recent, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security

Google and Bing—the main search engines that people use to find information—are designed to collect data from users in...

Apple saved me from the worst iPhone text scam I’ve ever seen

Mar 19, 2025 | > Recent, iPad/iPhone, Security

We covered a new SMS phishing scam (or smishing for short) specifically targeting iPhone users. The idea behind the...

The 10 security settings that protect your Mac from malware

Feb 26, 2025 | > Recent, macOS, Security

One of the best things about owning a Mac is the fact that you are less likely to be a victim of malware than with a...

North Korean hackers created new macOS malware disguised as popular app installers

Feb 5, 2025 | > Recent, macOS, Security

Another day, another macOS malware is trying to actively exploit your Mac. This time, North Korean hackers are using...

I refused to use a password manager for years. Now I swear by them

Jan 29, 2025 | > Recent, macOS, Security

Sometimes when I sit down to write an article, I feel like Charlie Brown’s teacher. Nobody I know loves to talk about...

New Year New Passwords

Jan 5, 2025 | > Recent, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security

It’s a brand-new year, and that’s a good opportunity to do something you’ve probably been procrastinating on: Replace...

Beware of fake package delivery texts and e-mails! Here’s what to look for

Dec 19, 2024 | > Recent, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security

Cybercriminals have a bag of tricks that they use to deceive victims. One of the most common scams is fake package...

Is this link safe? How to check safely—without clicking on it

Dec 2, 2024 | > Recent, iPad/iPhone, macOS, Security

Phishing and malvertising are among the biggest dangers on the internet. Both of these rely on deceptive links that...

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