You’ll usually see the error “This phone number cannot be used at this time. Try again later” while setting up a new Apple ID ...

You already know you should create unique passwords for every website to protect your sensitive information, but keeping track of them all is a burden. Apple created ...

With online account hacking becoming increasingly widespread, all users should make sure they're taking every security measure available to them. If you use Apple devices, consider using Apple ...

Apple enhances iMessage security with "Contact Key Verification," fortifying user privacy and identity verification against evolving threats using cryptographic methods and Key Transparency. Contact ...

Device codes are alphanumeric or numeric codes employed for authenticating an account on a device that does not have a standard login interface, such as a browser or input-limited devices, where it is ...

Apple's new beta release centering on iOS 16.3 is not only bringing in new features for iPhone and iPad users but also adding a layer to its security that will center on physical security keys for ...

I have long encouraged the use of two-factor authentication (2FA) or two-step verification (2SV) with online accounts whenever possible (for more about the difference, see “Two-Factor Authentication, ...

With more than a decade of experience, Nelson covers Apple and Google and writes about iPhone and Android features, privacy and security settings, and more. I speak for absolutely every iPhone user ...

Anurag's interest in technology was sparked around 15 years ago when he first tried a Nokia smartphone, one of those Windows-powered devices. Having only used feature phones up until then, he was ...

Jeff Carlson writes about mobile technology for CNET. He is also the author of dozens of how-to books covering a wide spectrum ranging from Apple devices and cameras to photo editing software and ...