Apple has introduced new app privacy information on its app stores, explaining how developers collect data. We also look at this week's Apple updates, including one for iOS 12, and even iCloud for Windows. And we discuss how Google is manipulating l…
Lees meerHow apple's new app privacy information can help you understand which apps are collecting data. The post Understanding Apple’s New App Privacy Information appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerApple announces new over-the-ear headphones, AirPods Max, and we discuss whether these meet the needs of our hosts. Apple doubles down on anti-tracking rules, and WhatsApps complains about Apple's coming "nutritional labels" about data collection in…
Lees meerWe discuss how new security features in macOS Big Sur can make it difficult to install certain apps. We talk about Amazon Sidewalk, a feature that will share your bandwidth from Amazon devices. We look at an astounding remote wi-fi exploit that coul…
Lees meerWhen Apple released its latest Macs, using its own home-built processors, the company touted the speed and battery life of these new computers. They weren't exaggerating. The post A Week with the New Apple M1 MacBook Air appeared first on The Mac Se…
Lees meerNotifications are useful, but they can overwhelm us, and disclose sensitive information to others. A simple notification audit can help you ensure that your notifications are efficient and secure. The post Manage and Secure Notifications on Your iPh…
Lees meerWith Black Friday coming up, we give some tips on buying older devices that may be insecure. We discuss how to audit your subscriptions with Apple, so you don't pay for what you're no longer using. We look at how to securely dispose of a Mac when yo…
Lees meerThe HomePod mini is a compact device that combines audio, Siri, and home control. The post Apple HomePod mini Review: Siri in a Compact Speaker appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerApple announced three new Macs with its own processors, the first of a transition of the complete line of Macs to Apple silicon that should be complete in about two years. At the same time, macOS Big Sur is released. We discuss the new Macs, Apple's…
Lees meerApple has released the first Macs with their own custom chip, the M1, which promises huge gains in performance and battery life. The post Apple Announces First Macs with Apple Silicon appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerSometimes when things start going wrong on your Mac, you may think you have malware. In this episode, Josh and Kirk discuss the possible signs of a malware attack, and the steps to take if you think that you've been infection. The post What to do i…
Lees meerA hardware security key can help ensure that hackers can't access your most sensitive accounts. The post How to Use a Security Key to Protect Sensitive Online Accounts appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerQuantum computing is just around the corner, and it will affect the way computer security works. Strong passwords and encryption will be cracked, and we'll need new ways to secure our data and identity. We also discuss complaints against Apple's com…
Lees meerQuantum computing promises exponential increases is the speed and power of computers, but will also make passwords and encryption easier to crack. The post How Quantum Computing Will Affect Computer Security and Passwords appeared first on The Mac S…
Lees meerJosh and Kirk discuss 5G: what it is, how it works, and how fast it is. Is it worth getting a new iPhone 12 for 5G? Also, we look at another case of Apple notarizing malware, and a new RAT that started out on Windows and is now threatening the Mac. …
Lees meerJosh and Kirk talk about Apple's announcement of the iPhone 12, and whether they plan to upgrade. They explain the point of the HomePod mini, and discuss what Siri can do with this new home device from Apple. We also look at the new MagSafe charging…
Lees meerJosh and Kirk celebrate three years of the Intego Mac Podcast, and we discuss what Apple is likely to announce next week. We also look at a useful tip to keep thieves from using a stolen iPhone, a problematic macOS update that Apple had to pull, and…
Lees meerApple's Safari web browser has a new feature that prevents trackers from profiling you; we discuss how this works to protect you on the Mac and on iOS. We also talk about the new Series 6 Apple watch, and the solo loop band. And we take a detour to …
Lees meerThis year, there's an Apple Watch for every budget, with new colors and bands to spruce up your wrist. The post Review: Apple Watch Series 6 & Solo Loop Band appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerIt will soon be time to upgrade your Mac to macOS Big Sur. Here's how to prepare for the new operating system. The post How to Prepare Your Mac to Upgrade to macOS Big Sur appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
Lees meerWe talk about an update on the Great Twitter Hack of 2020, discuss a ransomware attack on Garmin that shut down the company’s services, and even its assembly lines, and warn listeners about some Netgear devices that have vulnerabilities and can’t be…
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