Apple’s new Journal feature is all about capturing those little moments in life right on your iPhone. But posts started blowing up on social media that (oh no!) because of it, anyone can find your full name and location as well as read your deepest thoughts. Yikes. Win a $500 Amazon Gift Card! Just try one issue of our free …
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How to protect your iPhone calendar from distracting spam invitations
You know how we’re always getting those calendar invites on our iPhones? They’re like little digital reminders for all the important stuff – meetings, birthdays, you name it. But hold on, not all of these invites are the real deal. Some of them are just spam in disguise, trying to sneak into our schedules. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY …
Read More »Would you trade your privacy for a free TV?
Telly is an emerging smart TV firm that has made some waves in 2024. First, the company partnered with a range of streaming and media companies such as Spotify, Microsoft, Nielsen and others. Second, they announced a program in which they would give out their 4K 55-inch TV for free. Yes, that’s right, free. But nothing in this life is …
Read More »Identity theft scammers target innocent children
More than ever, our financial identity is as essential as our physical one. Although, alarmingly, a new trend has surfaced, preying on the most vulnerable and unlikely targets: children. It may seem unlikely that identity thieves would focus on young kids, many of whom don’t even have an allowance. However, the truth is very alarming. Crooks are making considerable sums …
Read More »What to do if your bank account is hacked
One of the most vulnerable moments in life is feeling like your bank account has been hacked. Then, realizing that it is actually compromised is definitely a heart-sinking moment. Unfortunately, hacking is a harsh reality of our digital age, so know you are not alone. While it can cause you to feel a wave of negative emotions, there are steps …
Read More »US Transportation Department launches probe into handling of passenger personal data by airlines
Federal officials said Thursday they will review how airlines protect personal information about their passengers and whether they are making money by sharing that information with other parties. The U.S. Department of Transportation said its review will focus on the 10 biggest U.S. airlines and cover their collection, handling and use of information about customers. “Airline passengers should have confidence …
Read More »How to update your passcode on iPhone
Have you ever stopped and thought, “Is my iPhone as secure as it could be?” Maybe your current passcode is a bit too easy to guess. The good news is that changing your iPhone’s passcode to something more robust is not only possible but pretty straightforward. Here are some easy steps to give your iPhone an extra layer of security. …
Read More »Why you need an Identity Protection PIN this tax season
It’s that time of year again, folks. Whether you have yet to file your taxes or you’re in the middle of it, it’s not too late to make sure you’re protected this tax season. With new tax fraud scams on the rise — many increasing due to the acceleration of AI — we want you to take extra security measures …
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