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Apple

Apple under Ternus: what comes next for the tech giant's hardware strategy | TechCrunch

Apple

Six things I'll remember when I think about Tim Cook's version of Apple

Apple

Apple Patches iOS Flaw Allowing Recovery of Deleted Chats

fromThe Hacker News

Apple Patches iOS Flaw That Stored Deleted Signal Notifications in FBI Forensic Case

Apple has released a software update to fix a flaw in iOS and iPadOS that retained deleted notifications on devices.

Apple Fixes iPhone Bug After FBI Retrieved Signal Messages

Apple fixed a bug that allowed the FBI to retrieve deleted app notification messages, enhancing user privacy with the iOS 26.4.2 update.

1 hour ago

What Tim Cook built | TechCrunch

Tim Cook will step down as Apple's CEO in September after 15 years, with John Ternus set to take over.

1 day ago

Apple under Ternus: what comes next for the tech giant's hardware strategy | TechCrunch

Apple's new CEO John Ternus will focus on AI-powered hardware and product innovation as the company navigates competitive pressures.

Six things I'll remember when I think about Tim Cook's version of Apple

Under Tim Cook, Apple achieved significant financial success but became less innovative in product announcements.

Apple Patches iOS Flaw Allowing Recovery of Deleted Chats

Apple released updates to fix a vulnerability that allowed recovery of deleted messages on iOS and iPadOS devices.

fromThe Hacker News

Apple Patches iOS Flaw That Stored Deleted Signal Notifications in FBI Forensic Case

Apple has released a software update to fix a flaw in iOS and iPadOS that retained deleted notifications on devices.

Apple Fixes iPhone Bug After FBI Retrieved Signal Messages

Apple fixed a bug that allowed the FBI to retrieve deleted app notification messages, enhancing user privacy with the iOS 26.4.2 update.

What is Cloud Security? Fundamental Guide

Cloud security requires specialized processes and technologies to protect assets and data from evolving threats in a dynamic environment.

#meta

Meta Accounts Center now includes more apps and devices

Meta updates its Accounts Center to include Threads profiles and AI glasses accounts for easier management of all Meta-related products.

Meta Accounts Center includes more apps and devices

Meta updates its Accounts Center to include Threads profiles and AI glasses accounts for easier management of all Meta-related products.

Meta Accounts Center now includes more apps and devices

Meta updates its Accounts Center to include Threads profiles and AI glasses accounts for easier management of all Meta-related products.

Meta Accounts Center includes more apps and devices

Meta updates its Accounts Center to include Threads profiles and AI glasses accounts for easier management of all Meta-related products.

Remote Desktop security beefed up with hard-to-read messages

Microsoft's Remote Desktop update has a bug preventing security warnings from displaying correctly for some users.

Remote teams

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.

Digital life

fromThe New Yorker

The Anguish of Data Loss

Data preservation is crucial, yet digital devices are fragile and often treated carelessly, leading to significant loss when data is not backed up.

fromRelay

Clockwise #653: Type "CH" and Get Safari - Relay

The conversation highlights how app launchers can significantly enhance productivity, allowing users to access their favorite applications quickly and efficiently.

Podcast

Meta is revamping its cross-app management system | TechCrunch

Meta introduced an improved account system to simplify user log-ins and management across its ecosystem.

26 FakeWallet Apps Found on Apple App Store Targeting Crypto Seed Phrases

Malicious apps impersonating cryptocurrency wallets on the Apple App Store aim to steal recovery phrases and private keys.

fromTheregister

Hybrid clouds have two attack surfaces - so watch both

Hybrid cloud management tools present significant security vulnerabilities that users often overlook.

fromMail Online

How to create secure passwords - it might be time to switch to passkey

Using unique passwords and transitioning to passkeys enhances online security and reduces the risk of cyber threats.

fromThe Hacker News

26 FakeWallet Apps Found on Apple App Store Targeting Crypto Seed Phrases

Malicious apps impersonating cryptocurrency wallets on the Apple App Store aim to steal recovery phrases and private keys.

fromTheregister

Hybrid clouds have two attack surfaces - so watch both

Hybrid cloud management tools present significant security vulnerabilities that users often overlook.

fromMail Online

How to create secure passwords - it might be time to switch to passkey

Using unique passwords and transitioning to passkeys enhances online security and reduces the risk of cyber threats.

Nothing unveils Warp app for easy transfers between Android and your computer

Nothing Warp enables seamless file transfers between Android devices and computers without storing user data.

Mobile UX

Here are four new Apple Intelligence features launching in iOS 27

iOS 27 will enhance Apple Intelligence with new features for Visual Intelligence, Apple Wallet, and Safari, launching alongside iPhone 18 Pro in September.

Privacy professionals

fromMail Online

Warning to iPhone users over iCloud storage scam exposing bank details

A new email scam targets iPhone users, posing as iCloud notifications to steal personal and banking information.

1Password sees AI as both threat and tool

AI presents both risks and opportunities for password management, requiring firms to balance security with the potential for careless app development.

#file-sharing

Gadgets

Nothing makes it easy to share files between any Android phone and a Mac

How to AirDrop on an Android phone (and the few models that can actually do it)

Android and iPhone users can now share files easily, but currently only Pixel 10 phones support this feature.

Gadgets

Nothing makes it easy to share files between any Android phone and a Mac

How to AirDrop on an Android phone (and the few models that can actually do it)

Android and iPhone users can now share files easily, but currently only Pixel 10 phones support this feature.

more#file-sharing

fromComputerWeekly.com

6 days ago

Storage implications of a modern IT architecture | Computer Weekly

Organizations are increasingly using containers to modernize applications and manage both cloud-native and traditional workloads with Kubernetes.

Apple stops weirdly storing data that let cops spy on Signal chats

Signal's patch deletes preserved notifications and prevents future preservation for deleted apps, but user concerns about privacy remain.

Brace yourself for a flood of patches in all of your tech gadgets

Mythos, Anthropic's AI model, identifies software vulnerabilities, prompting urgent updates to prevent exploitation by hackers.

Privacy professionals

2 weeks ago

This iPhone trick lets you use ChatGPT without the privacy risks

Using AI chatbots poses risks to privacy and data security, but Siri can help mask identity when accessing ChatGPT on iPhones.

1 day ago

iPhone 18 now rumored to get one key upgrade after all

iPhone 18 will feature 12GB of RAM and an A20 chipset, but may have some downgrades to reduce costs.

fromTechzine Global

Google Cloud and Wiz build multi-cloud platform on top of Security Graph

Wiz is essential for Google Cloud's security strategy in multi-cloud environments post-acquisition.

Dozens of Malicious Crypto Apps Land in Apple App Store

Over two dozen fake cryptocurrency apps targeting iOS users have been found in the Apple App Store, aimed at stealing recovery phrases and private keys.

6 days ago

How to easily encrypt files on an Android phone - and the free app I use to do it

If you take mobile security seriously (and you should), then you might want to consider file encryption. This is all about encrypting files that you can either leave on your device and view when needed or share with others, knowing they can be viewed only by the recipient.

Privacy technologies

#whatsapp

Mobile UX

Latest WhatsApp updates will delight iPhone users - see what's new

Mobile UX

WhatsApp gets multiple account support on iOS, cross-platform transfer from iOS to Android

Mobile UX

fromEngadget

WhatsApp rolls out updates including multiple accounts for iOS

WhatsApp introduces multiple updates including dual account support on iOS, chat history transfer, storage management, and AI features for photo editing and message drafting.

Mobile UX

Latest WhatsApp updates will delight iPhone users - see what's new

Mobile UX

WhatsApp gets multiple account support on iOS, cross-platform transfer from iOS to Android

Mobile UX

fromEngadget

WhatsApp rolls out updates including multiple accounts for iOS

WhatsApp introduces multiple updates including dual account support on iOS, chat history transfer, storage management, and AI features for photo editing and message drafting.

more#whatsapp

fromwww.theguardian.com

2 weeks ago

Your photos will be deleted': Apple users warned over nasty' iCloud storage scam

Scam emails impersonating Apple threaten users about full iCloud storage to steal personal and bank details.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

How to track file changes and edits using cloud storage versioning - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Versioning in cloud storage is essential for tracking changes and preventing data loss in collaborative environments.

fromEngadget

Apple rolls out iOS 26.4.2 to fix a flaw that allowed the FBI to access push notifications

Apple's iOS update fixes a flaw allowing law enforcement to view deleted push notifications, enhancing user privacy.

#tim-cook

fromwww.theguardian.com

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Apple

Apple's Tim Cook leaves behind complicated legacy on privacy

Apple

The Apple products that define Tim Cook's era

Apple

5 ways Tim Cook remade Apple

fromwww.theguardian.com

Apple's Tim Cook leaves behind complicated legacy on privacy

Tim Cook's legacy as a privacy advocate is complicated by his concessions to government demands, particularly in China.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

The Apple products that define Tim Cook's era

Tim Cook expanded Apple's product ecosystem and oversaw significant launches, transitioning the company into new markets while maintaining its core identity.

5 ways Tim Cook remade Apple

Tim Cook will transition to executive chairman, with John Ternus becoming Apple's next CEO, marking the end of Cook's leadership era.

Jamf warns of massive app insecurities

Mac and iOS users face significant security threats, with many devices vulnerable to attacks and outdated systems.

Will a new CEO realize Apple's smart home potential?

John Ternus may revitalize Apple's smart home platform with new hardware after years of stagnation.

Welp, I bought an iPhone again

It takes a week to switch phones. First, there's the technical process of moving eSIMs across devices, which takes either a few minutes or two days, a half-dozen calls to Verizon, and approximately 11,000 restarts of your phone.

Mobile UX

fromGotechtor

Apple Built a Powerful iPhone Privacy Tool That Most People Ignore-Here's Why You Should Turn It On Today - Gotechtor

Turning on App Privacy Report on iPhone enhances user control over app permissions and data sharing.

Wearable health tech might be Tim Cook's greatest legacy

The Apple Watch has significantly influenced modern health technology and is a key part of Tim Cook's legacy at Apple.

The heist of iOS 26

Jon Prosser revealed details about unreleased iOS software in a video, claiming certainty about its authenticity and encouraging leaks.

fromTechzine Global

1Password Launches Unified Access Pro for AI Agents

1Password launches Unified Access Pro to manage credentials for people, AI agents, and machine identities with device-level visibility and just-in-time credential delivery.

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding through modern AI models.

fromtechsciencetoday

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding with modern AI models.

fromtechsciencetoday

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding through modern AI models.

fromtechsciencetoday

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding with modern AI models.

Apple goes global with key MDM tools and services for business

Managed Apple accounts enhance data separation and control for businesses, offering free MDM features and competitive productivity tools.

Apple will talk iOS 27, macOS 27, and more at WWDC 2026 on June 8

Apple's WWDC 2023 will take place from June 8 to 12, showcasing updates for Apple platforms, including AI advancements and new software tools.

#apple-security-updates

Apple Rolls Out Real-Time Security Fixes Across iPhone, iPad, and Mac - TechRepublic

Apple launches Background Security Improvements to automatically fix critical vulnerabilities without requiring full OS updates, starting with a WebKit vulnerability in Safari.

Apple Debuts Background Security Improvements With Fresh WebKit Patches

Apple introduced Background Security Improvements, a new mechanism delivering lightweight security patches between regular software updates for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS platforms.

Apple rolls out first 'background security' update for iPhones, iPads, and Macs to fix Safari bug | TechCrunch

Apple released its first background security improvement update to patch a WebKit vulnerability in Safari that could allow malicious websites to access data from other websites in the same browser session.

Apple Rolls Out Real-Time Security Fixes Across iPhone, iPad, and Mac - TechRepublic

Apple launches Background Security Improvements to automatically fix critical vulnerabilities without requiring full OS updates, starting with a WebKit vulnerability in Safari.

Apple Debuts Background Security Improvements With Fresh WebKit Patches

Apple introduced Background Security Improvements, a new mechanism delivering lightweight security patches between regular software updates for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS platforms.

more#apple-security-updates

Apple rolls out first 'background security' update for iPhones, iPads, and Macs to fix Safari bug | TechCrunch

Why I use Apple's and Google's password managers - and don't mind the chaos

Apple and Google offer free, beginner-friendly password managers that securely store passwords across devices, with Apple best for iOS users and Google best for Android or mixed-device environments.

The legal fight that could force Apple to rethink iCloud design

Apple is accused of allowing iOS/iCloud to store and share child sexual abuse material, prompting West Virginia to sue seeking damages and changes.

fromComputerworld

Apple touts 'unparalleled' protection for M5 Macs

Among other additions, it features new topic sections concerning quantum security, single sign-on (SSO), and satellite communications: Quantum Security: Another VGT, Apple deployed postquantum cryptographic protection (PQ3) in iMessage in iOS 17.4 and macOS 14.4. This protection against future quantum-based attacks has now been extended in iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, tvOS 26, and watchOS 26, including the introduction of CryptoKit, which developers can use to help protect the software they offer on the platforms.

Apple

fromComputerworld

Are you ready for Apple-as-a-Service?

Subscription bundling could convert Apple's hardware-centric sales into high-margin, recurring services revenue by offering integrated device and service subscriptions to billions of users.

Apple might use Google servers to store data for its upgraded AI Siri

Apple had already announced in January that Google's Gemini AI models would help power the upgraded version of Siri it delayed last year, but The Information's report indicates Apple might lean even more on Google so it can catch up in AI.

Apple

Smart home PSA: Apple's "new architecture" for Home app becomes mandatory today

Switching to Apple's updated Home architecture requires updating devices to supported OS versions and requires a HomePod or modern Apple TV as the home hub.

iOS 26.3 makes it easier to switch to Android

iOS 26.3 adds side-by-side Android transfer and EU notification forwarding to improve data migration and third-party wearable interoperability.

Apple is killing the old HomeKit tomorrow

Update Apple Home before February 10, 2026 to maintain smart-home control; iPads stop serving as hubs and devices must run iOS 16.2 or later.

3 months ago

New iOS and iPadOS Flaws Leave Millions of iPhones at Risk

Two WebKit vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-43529 and CVE-2025-14174) allow zero-click remote code execution in Safari, potentially giving attackers full access to iPhones and iPads.

fromComputerworld