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iPhone users, this app will help you lock all apps with Face ID and even hide them
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iPhone users, this app will help you lock all apps with Face ID and even hide them

[ad_1] In a world where privacy is necessary, iOS users have long awaited a solution to safeguard and conceal their apps. While Face ID and Touch ID offer some protection, not every app supports these features, leaving gaps in security. Enter "App Lock" – a straightforward yet robust app designed to fortify your iPhone and iPad privacy. Let's explore how this innovative tool works and why it's a game-changer for iOS users.App Lock: A Comprehensive Privacy SolutionApp Lock fills the void left by iOS's native app-locking capabilities. With this app, users can not only lock apps with biometrics but also completely hide them from view. Gone are the days of worrying about unauthorized access to sensitive apps – App Lock puts you in control of your device's privacy settings. Also read: Apple ...
iOS 16.6 Beta introduces BIG privacy feature to iPhone; Know what is iMessage contact key verification
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iOS 16.6 Beta introduces BIG privacy feature to iPhone; Know what is iMessage contact key verification

[ad_1] Apple's highly anticipated iMessage Contact Key Verification tool, aimed at safeguarding conversations against digital threats, was announced in the second half of 2022. Initially it was projected for a 2023 release, and now, the first beta of iOS 16.6 has finally added the feature. However, it remains inactive for now.The beta version of iOS 16.6 was released by Apple on Friday, showcasing the addition of iMessage Contact Key Verification. But activating the feature currently appears to have no visible effect, leading to the belief that Apple's implementation may still be in progress, as reported by MacRumors. What is iMessage Contact Key Verification?iMessage Contact Key Verification is a protective measure for individuals who are extremely vulnerable to cyberattacks from malic...
Apple faces critics over its privacy policies
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Apple faces critics over its privacy policies

[ad_1] Apple presents itself as a white knight on the subject of privacy, but critics say its own advertising ambitions are built on anti-competitive practices. Apple presents itself as a white knight on the subject of privacy, but critics say its own advertising ambitions are built on anti-competitive practices.Two developers going by the name 'Mysk' claimed last month that Apple was tracking users' every tap on the App Store, with no way of disabling the function. A class action lawsuit was subsequently filed in California, claiming that Apple's "promises regarding privacy are utterly false". The company has not commented and did not respond to questions from AFP.But Apple has made protection of user privacy central to its image, and long opposed ads on its platforms.It threw a span...