Tech Friend: If I use Apple devices, should I stick to...
Tech Friend answers your questions about Apple apps, malware on iPhones, and whether VPN companies can intervene in online abuse.
Stop getting random AirDrops
Most are pranks but some can be malicious. Here’s what people like to AirDrop to strangers—and how to avoid them.
5 common apps that put your privacy at risk
Love your coffee rewards? Time to rethink those apps.
AirTag, Tile, SmartTag security: Are you being tracked?
Bluetooth trackers are convenient but can also be misused to stalk people and follow cars. Here’s how they work and how to stay safe.
Auto app updates: Pros and cons, and how to turn them...
Apps should be updated regularly to safeguard your device’s security. But should you set them to update automatically or manually?
What you should do when deleting an app from your phone
Removing an app from your phone does not mean you’ve deleted your account on the service. The app maker still has your information.
How to keep your mobile hotspot secure
Connecting to the internet using a portable router or hotspots created with your phone? There are easy ways to protect those connections.
3 easy privacy settings on iPhone you didn’t know about
Think you know about all the settings to keep your iPhone secure? See if you’ve done these.
Explainer: Apple’s plans to scan your iPhone photos
Apple will soon start scanning all photos before they get uploaded to iCloud Photos. Find out how this affects you and how to stay private.
Will your iPhone replace your passport or ID card?
Apple hopes so. The iPhone’s Secure Enclave already holds biometric and credit card information. Next up is your driver’s license and other forms of ID.
