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Engadget
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

How to turn on Stolen Device Protection on your iPhone to secure your data

Stolen Device Protection is a new feature introduced in iOS 17.3 that protects iPhone data and makes it harder for thieves to access sensitive information.
The feature requires biometric scans (Face ID or Touch ID) and time delays to use payment features or change account security when the device is away from familiar locations. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

How Apple's iPhone security update helps safeguard against thieves

Apple has released a new major security update for iPhone users called 'Stolen Device Protection' which adds an extra layer of protection to prevent thieves from accessing personal data.
To use Stolen Device Protection, users must have two-factor authentication and 'Find My' enabled for their Apple ID account.
The update requires users to enter biometric data (Face ID or Touch ID) to access data or make changes, and has an hour-long security delay for sensitive actions. [ more ]
The Verge
3 months ago
EU data protection

How to enable Stolen Device Protection on your iOS device

Apple has added Stolen Device Protection to iPhones as an additional security feature
Stolen Device Protection requires Face ID or Touch ID authentication and can cause a delay when changing passwords [ more ]
WIRED
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

You Need to Turn on Apple's New Stolen iPhone Tool

Apple has launched a new tool called Stolen Device Protection, which adds extra layers of security to iPhones when someone tries to access sensitive settings.
The feature requires fingerprint or face recognition to prove that the person trying to access the device is the legitimate owner. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Apple unveils new security feature to safeguard against thieves

Apple is rolling out a security update for iPhones to protect against theft by adding additional steps to access information.
The new Stolen Device Protection feature requires users to enter biometric data, such as Face ID or Touch ID, to access sensitive information or make changes. [ more ]
Mail Online
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Apple's new iPhone security update will protect passwords from thieves

Apple is introducing a new setting called 'Stolen Device Protection' in the next iOS update to prevent thieves from accessing iPhones with passcodes.
The feature relies on biometrics via Apple's Face ID or Touch ID and geolocation data to determine if the device is in a familiar location. [ more ]
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The Verge
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

How to manage app permissions on your iPhone

Regularly audit app permissions to enhance privacy and security.
Check App Store for app data collection details before installation. [ more ]
Mail Online
5 months ago
Digital life

Four iPhone tweaks to stop people snooping through your messages

Apple has developed four features to enhance security on iPhones and protect private information.
The 'Guided Access' feature locks users in a single app, preventing them from accessing other apps or personal information.
Users can also hide photos and lock individual notes on their iPhones for added privacy. [ more ]
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