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How to turn on the iPhone's new thief-blocking security feature - before hackers ruin your life

Apple has released a new iPhone update called Stolen Device Protection, which aims to prevent theft and protect sensitive information.

The update adds a security delay for actions that can lead to sensitive information when a stolen phone is in a suspicious area. [ more ]

The Verge

The next iOS update will make it harder to break into your iPhone

Apple is expected to introduce a new security feature called Stolen Device Protection in iOS 17.3.

Thieves will need to use Face ID or Touch ID, and potentially wait an hour, to make certain changes on a stolen device. [ more ]

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Engadget

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

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

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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

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

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

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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www.fastcompany.com

Apple's new iPhone Stolen Device Protection feature may have one big flaw

Apple has released a new Stolen Device Protection feature in the iOS 17.3 update to safeguard users' personal information in case their iPhone is stolen.

The feature adds an extra layer of security by requiring biometric authentication through Face ID or Touch ID when accessing stored passwords and credit card information.

Some users have reported encountering a glitch where their iPhone wrongly identifies familiar locations and prompts them for additional security measures. [ more ]

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Ars Technica

iOS 17.3 adds multiple features originally planned for iOS 17

iOS 17.3 introduces collaborative playlists in Apple Music and Stolen Device Protection which requires Face ID or Touch ID for sensitive actions.

Other additions in iOS 17.3 include AirPlay support in participating hotels and crash detection optimizations. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

Apple releases iOS 17.3 with Stolen Device Protection

iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 have been released with new features.

The new Stolen Device Protection feature adds an extra layer of security and delays access to sensitive settings. [ more ]

Mail Online

Apple releases urgent update with new iOS 17.3 that fixes 15 bugs

Apple released iOS 17.3 with bug fixes and security updates.

15 security issues were found that may have exposed user data to third-party apps. [ more ]

Engadget

Apple releases iOS 17.3, which introduces the new Stolen Device Protection tool

iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 have been released with a new feature called Stolen Device Protection that allows users to lock thieves out of their devices using Face ID or Touch ID access.

The update also includes collaborative playlists for Apple Music, AirPlay hotel support, optimized crash detection, and new wallpapers for Black History Month. [ more ]

TechCrunch

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Apple Music now lets you create collaborative playlists | TechCrunch

Apple Music now allows collaboration on playlists with friends and family.

Users can invite others to select songs for a shared playlist and react with emoji. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Apple to release iOS 17.3 next week | TechCrunch

iOS 17.3 will be released next week with new features like Stolen Device Protection and collaborative Apple Music playlists.

Stolen Device Protection requires Face ID or Touch ID for sensitive actions and includes security delays for changing settings. [ more ]

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The Verge

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Many people say their Apple IDs were inexplicably reset last night

Apple users experienced unexplained logouts and password resets, leading to confusion and concerns about security measures. [ more ]

Engadget

iOS 17.3's Stolen Device Protection will make life harder for iPhone thieves

Apple is introducing a new iPhone feature called Stolen Device Protection that aims to limit what thieves can do with a stolen phone and passcode.

The feature uses a combination of location, biometric scans, and time delays to lock out the perpetrator and safeguard the owner's data. [ more ]

Ars Technica

Mugger take your phone? Cash apps too easily let thieves drain accounts, DA says

Popular financial apps like Venmo, Zelle, and Cash App are not adequately protecting consumers from fraud that occurs when unauthorized users gain access to unlocked devices.

The Manhattan District Attorney is urging app makers to implement additional protections to prevent financial and physical harm to customers.

The District Attorney's office is interested in discussing Apple's 'Stolen Device Protection' feature as a potential security measure. [ more ]

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