Apple is making the tools and documents needed for iPhone repairs available to users in the US. Are you ready to repair your own iPhone? Removing outdated apps is now a trend as Apple joins Google and begins removing older software from the app stor…
Lees meerApple's iCloud provides a number of services to manage and sync your data, protect your privacy, and more. Here's everything you can do with iCloud. The post Everything You Can Do with iCloud – The Complete Guide appeared first on The Mac Security B…
Lees meerJosh has a 15-year old iMac that he wanted to be up to date with security updates, but it doesn't support macOS Monterey. So he found a way to finagle the operating system on his old Mac. We also discuss how sharing your Netflix account might be dan…
Lees meerUsing the latest version of macOS is always best from a security standpoint. But if your Mac is several years old, there's a good chance that macOS Monterey won't run on it. Thankfully, there's an app for that. The post How to Install macOS Monterey…
Lees meerToday's Macs have USB-C ports, some of which support Thunderbolt. Getting the right cable can be confusing. The post USB-C and Thunderbolt: Understanding Ports and Cables for Macs and iPads appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerDuckDuckGo is beta testing a privacy-focused browser; Google is deprecating old apps in its Play Store; activation-locked AirPods are wreaking havoc on refurb companies. And we take a deep dive into managing your Apple ID, the key to all Apple servi…
Lees meerLearn everything about how to manage your Apple ID. The post How to Manage and Use Your Apple ID – The Complete Guide appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerApple has issued new updates, but hasn't patched two serious vulnerability for Big Sur and Catalina. We also look at a serious MailChimp data breach, and how AirTags are being used more for stalking. The post Apple’s Security Approach Endangers User…
Lees meerNew malware, a new Chrome zero-day vulnerability, and why iOS auto-updates take so long to update. We discuss Apple's potential iPhone hardware subscriptions and discuss the new Universal Control feature in macOS Monterey. The post Universal Contro…
Lees meerUniversal Control lets you use Macs and iPads together, controlling them from one keyboard and pointing device. The post How to Set Up and Use Universal Control with macOS Monterey appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerWe follow up on our recent episode explaining the jargon used in cybersecurity, explaining hacking and cracking, black hats and white hats, and more. The post The Jargon Episode, Part II – Intego Mac Podcast Episode 232 appeared first on The Mac Se…
Lees meerPlenty of Apple software updates came out last week and we have the run-down. Look up in the sky, it's a bird, it's a plane....it's a QR code? And, of course, we'll have our take on the latest gear announced at Apple's most recent Peek Performance E…
Lees meerDo you know your bot from your zombie, your evil maid from your man in the middle? Computer security, like any technical field, has lots of jargon, and in this episode, we explain the terms you hear us use often when talking about malware and securi…
Lees meerApple introduces the first new Mac and display in many years, and upgrades the iPhone SE and iPad Air. The post Apple Releases Mac Studio, Studio Display, and Updates iPhone SE and iPad Air appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerRussia has deployed malware against Ukraine in the lead up to its invasion; we have details on the cyber weapons they used. Third-party web browsers for the iPhone and iPad are forced to use WebKit, but want to be free from this requirement. And App…
Lees meerNew malware known as HermeticWiper is in active use against targets in Ukraine. Here's what you need to know to keep your computers safe. The post HermeticWiper malware targeting orgs in Ukraine; here’s how to stay safe appeared first on The Mac Sec…
Lees meerSome methods of redacting text can be reversed; there's a foolproof way to do this on Mac with Preview. The post Securely Redact Text in PDFs with Apple Preview on Mac appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerThe Mac's T2 security chip has been hacked and your Mac's passwords can be cracked. What you should know about a potentially serious vulnerability. You should probably check your Gmail spam folder? And we've got a look at the wireless mesh system yo…
Lees meerSmart home devices using Thread work with your HomeKit network via the Apple TV or HomePod mini. Learn how this makes your home smarter. The post How to Use Thread HomeKit Devices with Apple TV and HomePod mini appeared first on The Mac Security Bl…
Lees meerApple has issued a mixed assortment of security updates, Microsoft is changing the way they warn about macros in Word and Excel documents, and we take a deep dive into end-to-end encryption, explaining why your security and privacy online depend on …
Lees meerOn Thursday, Apple released security updates for macOS Monterey, iOS, iPadOS, and Safari to fix an actively exploited vulnerability. Apple describes the single vulnerability as follows: WebKit Available for: iPhone 6s and later, iPad Pro (all models…
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