How to factory reset an iPhone and clear all your data

Sooner or later, you will have to completely wipe your iPhone memory — whether it’s to clear it of personal data before selling it or just to refresh it for better performance. When that happens, a factory reset is a useful, though nuclear, option. When you’re done, you will have what amounts to a brand … Read more

How to password protect a folder in Windows and macOS

You probably already know how to password protect your computer, locking out other, but if you know how to password protect folders you can safely let others use your computer without having to worry about your personal files being accessed. Whether it’s sensitive banking info, that batch of embarrassing poems you wrote after your last … Read more

How to Remove Someone Else’s Apple ID From Your iPhone

Joe Maring / Digital Trends While it’s always a good idea to wipe your iPhone before selling it or passing it on to someone else, it’s not uncommon for some folks to forget this important step, especially if they’re just handing an old iPhone down to a friend or family member. Hence, if you’ve acquired … Read more

How to fix the iPhone Unavailable error (4 easy ways)

If you — or some would-be snoop — has attempted to get into your iPhone too many times with the wrong passcode, you may be getting an “iPhone Unavailable” message. That’s good news for you in the event that someone malicious wanted to get into your phone, but won’t do wonders in helping you get … Read more

Hacks accessed the personal data of 36M Comcast customers

Comcast Comcast, alongside several other big corporations, has recently suffered a devastating data breach. According to reports, it’s possible that hackers got their hands on the data of up to 36 million Comcast Xfinity customers, meaning the company’s cable television and internet department. Although the company is pretty tight-lipped about it, the data breach occurred … Read more

iOS 17.3 will give your iPhone a much-needed security upgrade

Digital Trends Apple has started testing a new feature that will add an extra layer of protection to your iPhone, something that will also dissuade thieves from snatching your phone. The feature in question is called Stolen Device Protection, and it is currently rolling out with the developer build of iOS 17.3 for users. This … Read more