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Apple Urging iPhone, iPad Users To Update Operating Systems To Fix Security Flaws Apple Urging iPhone, iPad Users To Update Operating Systems To Fix Security Flaws
Apple Urging iPhone, iPad Users To Update Operating Systems To Fix Security Flaws Apple is urging iPhone and iPad users to immediately update their devices' operating system to the newly released iOS and iPadOS 14.4 to fix security flaws that may have been exploited by hackers in previous versions. On its support webpage, the company said that there was a trio of security flaws that “may have been actively exploited,” though little other information has been provided about the potential breach. “Apple does not disclose, discuss, or confirm security issues until an investigation has occurred and patches or releases are available,” they noted on the webpage. According to …

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by Zak Failla
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6-Year-Old From Fairfield County Spends $16,000 On In-App Purchases, Mother Blames Apple 6-Year-Old From Fairfield County Spends $16,000 On In-App Purchases, Mother Blames Apple
6-Year-Old From Fairfield County Spends $16,000 On In-App Purchases, Mother Blames Apple While a real-estate broker in Fairfield County was working from home, in the next room, her 6-year-old son racked up over $16,000 in just a month, buying in-app purchases from the Sonic Forces mobile game on her iPad.  Now, according to a report from the New York Post, 41-year-old Wilton resident Jessica Johnson blames Apple, feeling that their devices should have pre-set settings to prevent unauthorized users from making in-app purchases without providing verification.  Instead, as she was reportedly told by Apple representatives, parents must change their settings to block their…

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by Christina Coulter
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Apple Headphones, Smartwatches, and More Cyber Monday Tech Deals Not To Pass Up Apple Headphones, Smartwatches, and More Cyber Monday Tech Deals Not To Pass Up
Apple Headphones, Smartwatches, and More Cyber Monday Tech Deals Not To Pass Up The holidays are creeping up quickly, which means getting your shopping list together for your loved ones. As the gifts pile up, your dollars tend to go down. Lessen the blow on your credit card bill this season and get awesome deals on great products. Be sure to use the coupon code CMSAVE20 at checkout to get 20% off all of these electronic essentials and accessories (some exclusions apply). Audio Apple Powerbeats 3Apple If you like listening to clear, crisp audio, a quality set of headphones or earbuds is vital. With all of today's advanced technology, there are so many options out th…

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by Daily Voice Shop
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COVID-19: Apple Begins Reopening Stores COVID-19: Apple Begins Reopening Stores
Covid-19: Apple Begins Reopening Stores Apple has started the slow process of reopening stores as economies have restarted throughout the nation amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Apple announced it will be opening at least 10 retail locations in New York City, while dozens will be opened in Connecticut, which has entered its second phase of reopening as of Wednesday, June 17. Hours at newly reopening Apple stores are expected to be adjusted due to the COVID-19 crisis, as will shifts by employees, and some orders will now have to be picked up by appointment only. “We are open again,” the company said in a message p…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Here's How You Should Disinfect Your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Says COVID-19: Here's How You Should Disinfect Your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Says
Covid-19: Here's How You Should Disinfect Your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Says Even Apple can’t escape the spread of the novel strain of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The tech giant updated its website this week with instructions for how to clean iPhones, iPads, Mac and other Apple devices as fears of the spread of COVID-19 permeate most of the world. The new directive comes after years of Apple cautioning consumers not to use cleaning or disinfecting wipes on devices because they may scratch the protective coating on screens. The novel coronavirus changed that. “Using a 70 percent isopropyl alcohol wipe or Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, you may gently wipe the hard, nonp…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Apple Temporarily Closes Stores COVID-19: Apple Temporarily Closes Stores
Covid-19: Apple Temporarily Closes Stores Apple is temporary closing all of its retail stores outside of Greater China amid the outbreak of the novel strain of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The stores will be closed through Friday, March 27, CEO Tim Cook said. Online purchases may still be made at apple.com. "In our workplaces and communities, we must do all we can to prevent the spread of COVID-19," Cook said. In addition, Cook said Apple is committing $15M to help with worldwide recovery.  Cook said employees should work remotely if their job allows, and those whose work requires them to be on site should follow g…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Scam Warning: New Alert Issued For Unsolicited Apple Phishing Calls Scam Warning: New Alert Issued For Unsolicited Apple Phishing Calls
Scam Warning: New Alert Issued For Unsolicited Apple Phishing Calls Police agencies are issuing warnings of a new Apple scam targeting iPhone users. An alert has been issued cautioning that users have been receiving phone calls from fraudsters who make the call from a spoofed number that comes across the screen as “Apple.” According to police, you’re told that your account has been compromised or some other issue exists with your iPhone, laptop or other devices. The purported remedy is to purchase gift cards, and provide the serial numbers of said gift cards to the scammer on the other end of the phone. In Westchester, a Yorktown resident recently re…

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by Zak Failla
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Owners Of Older iPhones, iPads Must Perform Crucial Update Or Device Could Become Useless Owners Of Older iPhones, iPads Must Perform Crucial Update Or Device Could Become Useless
Owners Of Older iPhones, iPads Must Perform Crucial Update Or Device Could Become Useless Some users of older iPhone models may need to update their phones, or else risk them becoming high-tech, expensive bricks. Apple is warning users still using their iPhone 5 - which was launched nearly a decade ago and hasn’t been sold since 2013 - that they must update their operating system by Sunday, Nov. 3, or they run the risk of losing access to apps, email, web browsing and other features that make the phone smart. The iOS update is needed "to maintain accurate GPS location and to continue to use functions that rely on the correct date and time including App Store, iCloud, email and w…

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Scam Warning: New Alert Issued For Unsolicited Apple Phishing Calls Scam Warning: New Alert Issued For Unsolicited Apple Phishing Calls
Scam Warning: New Alert Issued For Unsolicited Apple Phishing Calls Police agencies are issuing warnings of a new Apple scam that has been making the rounds targeting iPhone users. A new alert has been issued cautioning that users have been receiving phone calls from fraudsters who make the call from a spoofed number that comes across the screen as “Apple.” According to police, you’re told that your account has been compromised or some other issue exists with your iPhone, laptop or other devices. The purported remedy is to purchase gift cards, and provide the serial numbers of said gift cards to the scammer on the other end of the phone. In Westchest…

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by Zak Failla
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Scam Alert: iPhone Users Warned Not To Answer This Type Of Call Scam Alert: iPhone Users Warned Not To Answer This Type Of Call
Scam Alert: iPhone Users Warned Not To Answer This Type Of Call Scammers are running a sophisticated scheme warning iPhone users that there has been suspicious activity on their iCloud accounts. The new scam involves fraudsters making phony calls posing as Apple support staff. The calls look authentic because an actual Apple support number from a local Apple number and Apple logo will display on the screen. The callers use spoofing technology to alter the numbers that show up on the caller ID. The schemers then go to work attempting to steal information about iCloud accounts and passwords. Apple's website states that if a customer gets a call claiming…

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by Zak Failla
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Alexa's Listening: Amazon Now Collects More Private Data Than Any Other Company, Report Says Alexa's Listening: Amazon Now Collects More Private Data Than Any Other Company, Report Says
Alexa's Listening: Amazon Now Collects More Private Data Than Any Other Company, Report Says As convenience and accessibility become increasingly prioritized among electronics developers, many are wondering just how much privacy consumers are willing to sacrifice in order to fully reap the benefits of new technology. This is particularly the case with Amazon and its Alexa technology. Experts are coming forward and raising valid concerns about how much personal and private data the company is actually collecting on a day-to-day basis. In fact, NBC News’ Tom Costello says that the e-commerce giant “collects more personalized, private data than any other company on the planet, rivalin…

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by Valerie Musson
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Facebook Privacy Breach To Be Probed By New York Attorney General Facebook Privacy Breach To Be Probed By New York Attorney General
Facebook Privacy Breach To Be Probed By New York Attorney General Facebook isn’t getting any new likes from New York Attorney General Letitia James. James announced on Thursday, April 25 that her office was launching an investigation into Facebook’s unauthorized collection of 1.5 million Facebook users’ email contact databases. According to James, “while Facebook claims that 1.5 million contact databases were directly harvested by its email password verification process for new users, the total number of people whose information was improperly obtained may be hundreds of millions.” “It is time Facebook is held accountable for how it handles consumers' …

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by Zak Failla