The more we use our iPhones to chat, the more smishing (SMS phishing) attacks try to trick us into compromising our accounts. According to research by Bleeping Computer, the latest wave of attacks is simple but includes serious efforts to bypass Apple’s way of protecting users from using bad web links. The whole scheme merely…
In his latest Power On newsletter (subscription required), Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says Apple’s 2025 will be “loaded.” That includes the Mac, and Gurman cites the timeframe for when Apple will release new Macs–most of what Gurman reports has been stated before, but it’s worth reiterating, especially if you have plans to invest in a new…
The newest iPad Mini is starting the year down to an absolutely amazing price—the best we’ve ever seen in fact. For the very first time, the A17 Mini is down to $399, a massive $100 under its MSRP. This is a tablet that got a 4-star rating from us, with our review appreciating the new…
A security researcher has worked out how to hack a proprietary USB-C controller used by Apple, an issue that could eventually lead to new iPhone jailbreaks and other security problems. As one of the more privacy and security-focused companies, Apple has become a prized target for hackers to beat. In one instance, it seems the…
In the world of sports, it’s sometimes easier to impress by not playing. When you’re in the game, everything you do is judged and all your mistakes happen under a harsh spotlight. But get yourself dropped behind some other poor bloke now getting picked apart for their mistakes, you’ll find that all is forgiven… or,…
A security researcher has been able to hack Apple’s USB-C controllers that are used in current iPhones, which would usually raise concerns about security and the ability to jailbreak the iPhone. But there’s probably nothing to worry about. The vulnerability is in the ACE3 USB controller, which Apple introduced with the iPhone 15 lineup in…
The updated Sonos app for iOS Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. Spence was originally the deputy to Sonos founder John MacFarlane, and took over the role of CEO from him in 2017. Unfortunately, his…
Not that customers have stopped buying the “declining” iPhone, by any means, but Apple would love to correct the perception that it’s stopped innovating in the smartphone space. As if stung by Mark Zuckerberg’s dubious criticisms, Apple will make a big push in 2025 to restore the iPhone’s momentum. The focus of 2025 will of…
If the idea of a long car journey or bedtime without a connection to the internet leaves you trembling with fear, there’s a solution. You can make a copy of those YouTube videos your kids (or you) love to watch to play back offline. There are two ways to get a copy of the video…