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| Episode 368: New M4 Macs and the First Apple Intelligence Tools | 31 Oct 2024 | 00:30:14 | |
We take a look at the brand new gear just released by Apple: M4 iMacs, Mac minis, and MacBook Pros, and we talk about the latest operating system updates, which include the first Apple Intelligence tools.
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| Episode 367: Apple Intelligence is Here! (Well, Almost) | 24 Oct 2024 | 00:29:55 | |
A few last minute thoughts before next week's Apple product announcements. We take a look at Apple Pay marking its 10th year as an Apple financial service. And we've got a hands-on with Apple's Writing Tools, part of the new suite of Apple Intelligence features.
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| Episode 358: Apple Podcasts on the Web, AirTag Catches Porch Pirate, and More on the Biggest Ever Data Breach | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:28:46 | |
You can now access Apple Podcasts on the web. iCloud is the most popular Apple subscription service, and there's an important reason why. A cleverly placed AirTag catches a porch pirate. And there's more fallout from the recent breach of personal information from National Public Data.
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| Episode 268: The “Secret” Apple Tax - Intego Mac Podcast Episode 268 | 01 Dec 2022 | 00:29:41 | |
There's more news about Twitter, as Elon Musk has called out the "secret" Apple tax of 30% that large developers pay, that wasn't so secret. We also look at the various types of drives that you can use to back up your Mac: hard drives, SSDs, and NASs.
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| Episode 267: AirPods as Trackers, Hacking Hackers, and Apple Tracking | 24 Nov 2022 | 00:28:15 | |
In this week's security news, a stalker used AirPods to track a woman, since they don't sent alerts like AirTags; Australia is hacking hackers in a sort of precrime operation; Apple is tracking a lot of user data; and we give a few tips for the annual Black Friday shopathon.
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| Episode 266: Twitter, AirDrop, and Continuity Camera | 17 Nov 2022 | 00:27:29 | |
The situation at Twitter is changing daily, and we have some security tips for staying safe with Twitter’s new verification system. We look at some changes that Apple is making to AirDrop in China, which would be good for everyone. And we discuss the new Continuity Camera feature of macOS Ventura. 
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| Episode 265: Extreme Security and Privacy on the iPhone | 10 Nov 2022 | 00:28:15 | |
Apple's new Lockdown Mode provides extreme security and privacy on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. We discuss how it works, and what the downsides are of using this feature. We also talk about how TikTok's new privacy policy states that staff can access user data, how Zoom mandates new client updates every 90 days, and how the U.S. is planning "nutrition labels" for IoT devices.
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| Episode 264: The Dangers of Verified Accounts on Social Networks | 03 Nov 2022 | 00:27:40 | |
We discuss this week's Apple security updates, explain why some apps have issues with full disk access in macOS Ventura, and we discuss the dangers of verified accounts on social networks, such as Twitter. We also take a close look at one of the biggest changes in macOS Ventura, the System Settings app.
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| Episode 263: What's New in macOS Ventura | 27 Oct 2022 | 00:30:14 | |
We take a look at some of the new features in macOS Ventura, and we also discuss the more than 100 vulnerabilities patched in this week's operating system updates. And we discuss Apple's surprising foray into ads for gambling apps in the iOS / iPadOS App Store.
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| Episode 262: Apple's Confusing New iPad Line | 20 Oct 2022 | 00:31:09 | |
Apple announced new iPads this week, and now the iPad line is confusing. We look at what this means for people who want to buy a new iPad. We also discuss the new Apple TV, and its Thread support, DuckDuckGo's new "secure" browser, and we have an update on the Lufthansa AirTag kerfuffle.
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| Episode 261: Are AirTags Safe on Airlines? | 13 Oct 2022 | 00:28:52 | |
Apple's new crash detection feature in iPhones is creating false positives on roller coasters. Researchers have found a way to use thermal tracking to figure out the password you've just typed. And are AirTags safe on airlines? Lufthansa isn't quite sure.
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| Episode 260: The EU Mandates USB-C Ports | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:31:47 | |
The European Union is mandating a common charging port on portable electronic devices. Is forcing manufacturers to use USB-C a good thing, or are there downsides?
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| Episode 259: The Dangers of Expired Domains and Old Email Addresses | 29 Sep 2022 | 00:28:08 | |
When domain names expire, anyone can take them over, and not only confuse people used to a company name, but also access any emails sent to that domain.
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| Episode 357: The Biggest Data Leak Ever | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:27:38 | |
A massive data leak affects virtually everyone in the USA and Canada. What do you need to do? Apple will soon be allowing third party apps to make NFC transactions. We think that's pretty cool, and we'll tell you why. It's a new week, which means there's another variant of stealer malware. And we've got a big reason to avoid browser extensions: they may contain malware.
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| Episode 258: Apple’s New iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 | 22 Sep 2022 | 00:30:36 | |
Josh and Kirk each got a new iPhone 14 Pro, and discuss the new features in the phone. They also look at some bugs in iOS 16, and new malware that may affect the Mac.
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| Episode 257: Hello, iOS 16! | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:29:16 | |
iOS 16 and watchOS 9 are here, and we give you some tips on prepping your devices for upgrade. We also discuss which older operating systems will continue to get security updates, and what's up with that standalone Safari update for macOS? And we talk about a new Mac App Store lookalike web page scam that you should be aware of.
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| Episode 256: Apple's Far Out Event | 08 Sep 2022 | 00:27:38 | |
Apple has introduced this year's models of the new iPhone, iPhone Pro, and also unveiled a new, rugged Apple Watch, and 2nd generation AirPods Pro. We discuss the new features in these devices.
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| Episode 255: Email Privacy: Apple Hide My Email and DuckDuckGo Email Protection | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:29:13 | |
We take a deep dive into two email privacy protection features, from Apple and DuckDuckGo. We also give a few predictions for Apple's Far Out event next week, look at cases where two-factor authentication isn't enough, and discuss how macOS is actively scanning for malware; at least for 13 types of malware.
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| Episode 254: Which Is More Secure: Face ID, Touch ID, or a Passcode? | 25 Aug 2022 | 00:29:07 | |
Apple has announced the date for its iPhone event; it's on September 7, and we discuss what we could see. We also look at more mobile apps that inject JavaScript in web pages in their in-app browsers; are they doing this to collect data? And we look at Face ID, Touch ID, and passcodes to determine which is more secure.
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| Episode 253: Car Hacks, Facebook Tracks, and Windows on Macs | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:27:48 | |
We look at another car hack, this time when a security researcher found the private key for Hyundai updates through a Google search. We also explain how Facebook tracks you, even when you don't allow it, and another, even easier way to run Windows on a Mac -- at a cost. Finally, we look at how a security journalist got fooled by a phishing scam.
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| Episode 252: Google Begs Apple to Replace iMessage with RCS | 11 Aug 2022 | 00:30:48 | |
Google has launched a campaign to try to pressure Apple to adopt a messaging standard that is more amenable to Android users, but this is far more self-serving than it first appears. Also, we look at how Amazon wants to map your home with Roomba robot vacuum cleaners.
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| Episode 251: Tom Cruise and the Leap Second | 04 Aug 2022 | 00:29:23 | |
Tom Cruise is showing up everywhere: landing his helicopter in an English family's garden; interrupting hikers and leaping off a cliff; and even in deepfake videos. We also look at crypto apps on Apple's App Store, and we discuss the leap second, and how taking away one second in time could wreak havoc on computers.
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| Episode 250: Is Your Car the Next Security Risk? | 28 Jul 2022 | 00:29:20 | |
Cars are the next target for hackers; we look at vulnerabilities in standalone GPS devices, and we also discuss how Honda shrugged when presented with security vulnerabilities. We also go over the recent Apple operating system updates, and look at how Content Caching on a Mac may prevent security updates from being installed automatically.
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| Episode 249: Apple's New M2 MacBook Air | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:28:26 | |
Apple's new M2 MacBook Air is the first change in the popular laptop's form factor since its introduction in 2008. We also look at a change in Facebook's tracking URLs, and how running ChromeOS could bring an old Mac back to life.
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| Episode 356: Apple Beta Software Changes, Authenticator Blues, and RIP SuperDrive | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:29:41 | |
Apple releases updates to its beta software, including two versions of macOS Sequoia. Upcoming changes to Gatekeeper security will make it more difficult to run third-party software that hasn't been approved by Apple. A bug in Microsoft Authenticator, the two factor authenticating tool, locks users out of accounts. And Apple sells out of a popular piece of hardware.
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| Episode 248: Lockdown Mode | 14 Jul 2022 | 00:28:22 | |
Apple has announced a new extra-protection security feature called Lockdown Mode, which will protect those at high risk from hackers. We explain why this is a great bundle of security features that you can enable with a single click.
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| Episode 247: Prime Day Shopping Safety Tips | 07 Jul 2022 | 00:25:38 | |
Amazon Prime Day is next week, and we offer some tips on buying securely. We also explain how you can run Windows 11 on your Mac for free.
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| Episode 246: The iPhone at 15 | 30 Jun 2022 | 00:28:03 | |
We look at this week's security news, then we reminisce about 15 years of the iPhone, which went on sale on June 29, 2007. It's been an interesting ride so far.
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| Episode 245: Everything You Can Do with iCloud | 23 Jun 2022 | 00:27:31 | |
We also talk about a new phishing scam, how the Strava fitness app is causing problems for the Israeli military, some new Windows feature that copy Apple, and the end of captchas. Then we take a deep dive into iCloud, looking at the many features available with your iCloud account.
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| Episode 244: Apple's Planned Obsolescence | 16 Jun 2022 | 00:27:26 | |
We look at how Apple's planned obsolescence means that many devices won't be compatible with this fall's new operating systems; even devices that are being sold right now.
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| Episode 243: Apple's New Operating Systems: macOS Ventura, iOS 16, & iPadOS 16 | 09 Jun 2022 | 00:31:37 | |
Apple presented this year's operating systems at the Worldwide Developer Conference. We take a look at the key features, and especially at the security and privacy features that will be available this fall, and discuss the two new Apple laptops that are coming next month.
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| Episode 242: Waiting for WWDC | 02 Jun 2022 | 00:26:18 | |
As we await next week's Worldwide Developer Conference, we discuss what Apple may present. We also look at a clever method hackers are using to steal WhatsApp accounts, remind users to update Zoom, and examine why Apple has earned the third-highest gaming revenue in 2021.
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| Episode 241: Ellie’s Data Auction | 26 May 2022 | 00:26:45 | |
Apple's recent iPhone privacy ad features an auction of Ellie's data. We look at the ad and discuss the points Apple makes, and explains how they matter, and when they aren't enough. We also talk about Apple's home repair program, new app subscription rules, and an Instagram account hack.
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| Episode 240: The Pros and Cons of Sideloading Apps on iOS | 19 May 2022 | 00:29:31 | |
Apple claims that they need the App Store to ensure that iOS devices are safe. The company claims that sideloading, or installing apps from other sources, is dangerous. Yet this is what we have always done on the Mac. We take a deep dive into the pros and cons of sideloading on iPhones and iPads.
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| Episode 239: Requiem for the iPod | 12 May 2022 | 00:27:02 | |
Apple has discontinued the last iPod, the iPod touch. We discuss some of the history of the iPod, and look at 17 reasons who you should use an iPod touch. We also look at the new FIDO initiative, which allows your phone to replace passwords, and we discuss AirTag false alarms.
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| Episode 355: Apple OS Updates, iCloud Private Relay Outage, and a First Look at Apple Intelligence | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:28:59 | |
Operating system updates with security patches arrived for Apple devices this week and we have the rundown of fixes. Apple experiences a major outage of iCloud Private Relay. What does that mean, and who was affected? And the newest betas of Apple's upcoming software are giving us the first look at Apple Intelligence.
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| Episode 238: Apple AirTags: One Year On | 05 May 2022 | 00:26:45 | |
Apple has provided some clarification to its plan to remove old and in the way apps from the App Store. Microsoft has been working on a VPN that isn't a VPN it works a little differently from Apple's VPN that isn't a VPN. And it's been a year since Apple released AirTags... It hasn't exactly been smooth sailing, but if third-party accessories are an indication, AirTags are doing pretty well.
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| Episode 237: Get Ready to Repair Your Own iPhone! | 28 Apr 2022 | 00:29:58 | |
Apple is making the tools and documents needed for iPhone repairs available to users in the US. Are you ready to repair your own iPhone? Removing outdated apps is now a trend as Apple joins Google and begins removing older software from the app store. Apple may be forced by EU regulators to open up iMessage. And we'll discuss understanding USB-C and Thunderbolt ports and cables for Macs and iPads.
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| Episode 236: Install macOS Monterey on a 15-Year Old Mac | 21 Apr 2022 | 00:29:12 | |
Josh has a 15-year old iMac that he wanted to be up to date with security updates, but it doesn't support macOS Monterey. So he found a way to finagle the operating system on his old Mac. We also discuss how sharing your Netflix account might be dangerous, and how fake reviews will soon be illegal in the UK, and whether it can be enforced.
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| Episode 235: Everything About Your Apple ID | 14 Apr 2022 | 00:27:03 | |
DuckDuckGo is beta testing a privacy-focused browser; Google is deprecating old apps in its Play Store; activation-locked AirPods are wreaking havoc on refurb companies. And we take a deep dive into managing your Apple ID, the key to all Apple services.
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| Episode 234: Apple’s Security Approach Endangers Users of macOS Big Sur & Catalina | 07 Apr 2022 | 00:25:12 | |
Apple has issued new updates, but hasn't patched two serious vulnerability for Big Sur and Catalina. We also look at a serious MailChimp data breach, and how AirTags are being used more for stalking.
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| Episode 233: Universal Control Comes to macOS Monterey | 31 Mar 2022 | 00:29:47 | |
New malware, a new Chrome zero-day vulnerability, and why iOS auto-updates take so long to update. We discuss Apple's potential iPhone hardware subscriptions and discuss the new Universal Control feature in macOS Monterey.
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| Episode 232: The Jargon Episode, Part II | 24 Mar 2022 | 00:23:39 | |
We follow up on our recent episode explaining the jargon used in cybersecurity, explaining hacking and cracking, black hats and white hats, and more.
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| Episode 231: Apple Peek Performance Review | 17 Mar 2022 | 00:27:46 | |
Plenty of Apple software updates came out last week and we have the run-down. Look up in the sky, it's a bird, it's a plane... it's a QR code? And, of course, we'll have our take on the latest gear announced at Apple's most recent Peek Performance Event.
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| Episode 230: The Jargon Episode | 10 Mar 2022 | 00:29:16 | |
Do you know your bot from your zombie, your evil maid from your man in the middle? Computer security, like any technical field, has lots of jargon, and in this episode, we explain the terms you hear us use often when talking about malware and security issues.
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Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.
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| Episode 229: Apple Peek Performance Prognostics | 03 Mar 2022 | 00:26:27 | |
Russia has deployed malware against Ukraine in the lead up to its invasion; we have details on the cyber weapons they used. Third-party web browsers for the iPhone and iPad are forced to use WebKit, but want to be free from this requirement. And Apple's Spring Event is next week. We have a preview of what we hope is coming, along with some Peek Performance Prognostics.
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| Episode 354: How a CrowdStrike Update Affected Mission-Critical Systems Around the World | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:29:57 | |
We look into the worldwide effects of the CrowdStrike catastrophe: what caused this issue, why it happened, and what went wrong.
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| Episode 228: Apple T2 Security Vulnerability, New Gmail Spam Rules, and How Thread Makes Your Home Smarter | 24 Feb 2022 | 00:32:11 | |
The Mac's T2 security chip has been hacked and your Mac's passwords can be cracked. What you should know about a potentially serious vulnerability. You should probably check your Gmail spam folder? And we've got a look at the wireless mesh system you might already have running in your home.
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| Episode 227: Apple Vulns, Macro Viruses, and How Encryption Protects You | 17 Feb 2022 | 00:29:31 | |
Apple has issued a mixed assortment of security updates, Microsoft is changing the way they warn about macros in Word and Excel documents, and we take a deep dive into end-to-end encryption, explaining why your security and privacy online depend on it.
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| Episode 226: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do | 10 Feb 2022 | 00:28:40 | |
A bug has turned up that allowed Siri to record user interactions without permission; Facebook predicts Apple's strict privacy and tracking features will hurt its bottom line; and third parties are selling AirTags that have been hacked to make them less detectable and easier to use for stalking. And, break ups happen: we've got some advice for how to un-share devices, services and personal data with your ex, just in time for Valentine's Day.
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