New rules around Apple’s App Store and more are coming to the EU. Here’s what changes and how these changes affect users. The post Changes Coming to Apple App Stores, Browsers, and Contactless Payments in the EU appeared first on The Mac Security B…
Lees meerApple attributes a hacker with a discovery of a vulnerability just after he's arrested for hacking and scamming Apple. Researchers in Cupertino have created a new AI model that assists with image editing; is it coming to Apple’s Photos app? And the …
Lees meerWe take a close look at the malware that has affected the Mac, iPhone, and iPad in 2023, and highlight which types of malware are likely to be common in 2024. The post A Look Back at 2023’s Mac Malware, and What To Expect in 2024 – Intego Mac Podcas…
Lees meerWe take a look at the latest security patches released in Apple's newest operating system updates, and explains how Apple's new Stolen Device Protection feature for iPhone can keep your data safe. A popular brand of Wi-Fi router just got important s…
Lees meerThe Macintosh turns 40 years old today. Over the decades, Apple has made a wide range of Macs featuring many innovations. Here are ten milestones in the history of the Mac. The post Apple Macintosh Turns 40: A look back at 10 important milestones in…
Lees meerStolen Device Protection helps ensure that if someone steals your iPhone, even if they have your passcode, they’re unlikely to be able to make changes to your Apple ID account. The post How to Enable Stolen Device Protection for iPhone appeared fir…
Lees meerApple issues an security patch for its Magic Keyboard. It turns out that Google Chrome's Incognito Mode is not so incognito. AppleCoin, more invoice phishing, and Amazon delivery hacks: they're all scams in this week's ScamWatch. And app sideloading…
Lees meerAnother round of fake Geek Squad invoices is circulating, and scammers are trying to take control of your computer. The post “Geek Squad” Email Scam Sends Fake Invoices Using HousecallPro Servers appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerApple is poised to release plenty of new hardware and software in 2024, but also faces regulatory challenges. The post What to expect from Apple in 2024: hardware, software, AI, and more appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerApple's latest response to the EU's anti-trust regulators could be a bit of a stretch. A Chinese group claims to have been able to hack Apple's AirDrop, a shocker if true. Password manager LastPass makes its passwords more secure, something experts …
Lees meerHere are some highlights of the top security and privacy stories that impacted the Apple ecosystem in 2023. The post Apple Security and Privacy in 2023: The Year in Review appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerIf you get an e-mail that claims you are running out of iCloud storage and offers you extra space, do not click on the link. Here is what to do if you receive such a scam message. The post Don’t fall for “iCloud FREE Storage Notice” email scams appe…
Lees meerThe Apple Watch gets a reprieve, for a short time anyway. Japan is following the EU's lead by considering a law forcing Apple to allow sideloading on iPhones. Auto manufacturers are already announcing next generation CarPlay features. And we discuss…
Lees meerTwo Apple Watch models are no longer for sale in the US. We'll tell you why. macOS and iOS got fixes in some fast updates this week. A quick how-to on removing your posts from social media services, and some tips on dictation and Predictive Text, bo…
Lees meerDictation is one of the more useful features on Apple devices. Even if you can type quickly, dictating can save you time, and can make your work or leisure writing more relaxing and more efficient. The post Save time typing with dictation and predic…
Lees meerEmails are circulating accusing website administrators of using images illegally. They're a scam. The post New Email Scam Targets Blogs Threatening DMCA Takedown for Illegal Use of Images appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerNew updates for Apple's operating systems contain security fixes and new features. But a few promised new features didn't make it this trip. And we have a discussion about messaging on Android. Should Apple provide an iMessage app for Android? The …
Lees meerThere are now two ways to change Apple Watch faces on the Apple Watch. Tap-and-hold and swipe. Here's how to do both. The post How to swipe to change Apple Watch faces on watchOS 10 appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerFake loan apps aren't getting removed from the Apple App Store fast enough, and scammers continue to prey on users. Push notifications can be hacked to grab your personal information; we explain how it's being done by government agencies. And we tak…
Lees meerThis week, Google Chrome patched its sixth actively exploited (zero-day) vulnerability of 2023. Other browsers such as Brave and Microsoft Edge also need to be updated urgently. The post Urgent patch: 6th Chrome zero-day of 2023 affects multiple bro…
Lees meerIf an app on your Mac becomes unresponsive, or displays a spinning beachball, here's how to force quit it. The post How to Force Quit apps on a Mac appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
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