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Bill Gates Sides With FBI, Mark Zuckerberg With Apple, In iPhone Encryption Case

Paul Morris·February 23, 2016

A number of high profile names from the business world have already come out in support of Apple as the company fights against a federal court order to assist law enforcement in unlocking an iPhone involved in the San Bernardino shootings in California. Notably, current Google CEO Sundar Pichai offered his support to Apple, calling the move a "troubling precedent" if allowed to continue. Now, a couple of additional figure heads from the technology community have chimed in with an opinion, one in favor of Apple's stance on the case, and one supporting the FBI's position.

Tim Cook Explains Feud With FBI In Email To Apple Employees

Oliver Haslam·February 23, 2016

Apple's feud with the US government isn't likely to go away any time soon, and CEO Tim Cook has sought to ensure all of his employees understand the reasons behind the company's position in an email to them.

Apple Posts FAQ Explaining Why It’s Opposing FBI’s Demand Of Building Backdoor In iPhone

Paul Morris·February 22, 2016

Apple: We Tried To Help But Someone Reset Apple ID Password On San Bernardino iPhone

Paul Morris·February 21, 2016

Senior Apple executives have told reporters on a scheduled call that county officials within San Bernardino reset the Apple ID/iCloud password associated with the iPhone 5c that is part of the law enforcement's case. The executives also went as far as to say that if the Apple ID password had not been reset in the crucial hours after the shooting in California, then it was highly possible that the data FBI needed from the device could have been retrieved from iCloud backups after a court order without having to build any backdoor to iPhone which FBI is now demanding Apple to create.

Department Of Justice Files Motion Against Apple After Its Refusal To Help FBI Crack iPhone

Oliver Haslam·February 20, 2016

The Department of Justice has filed a motion to force Apple to help the FBI crack the iPhone involved in the San Bernardino shooting, claiming that Apple's decision to oppose the original court order is more based on its marketing strategy than any legal footing.

Donald Trump Calls For Boycott Of Apple Products, Apple Responds

Oliver Haslam·February 20, 2016

Protestors Gather Outside Apple Store To Support The Fight Against iPhone Backdoors

Oliver Haslam·February 19, 2016

Internet rights advocacy group Fight for the Future has taken to the streets to protest against the FBI's request that Apple provide a tool to allow it to access data on a locked iPhone, with Apple's San Francisco store being the focus of that protest.

Donald Trump On Apple’s Refusal Of Bernardino Court Order: “Who Do They Think They Are?”

Oliver Haslam·February 18, 2016

Donald Trump has had his say on the fact that Apple is refusing to comply with the FBI's wishes, with the accused's iPhone 5c apparently still waiting for Apple to give the FBI the access they requested.

Beware: ‘Mazar BOT’ Android Malware Spreads Via SMS, Can Wipe All Of Your Data

Zayed Rehman·February 17, 2016

Court Orders Apple To Help FBI Crack San Bernardino Shooter’s iPhone, Apple Responds

Paul Morris·February 17, 2016

A Federal court in the U.S. has ordered Apple to help the FBI crack the iPhone 5c belonging to one of the San Bernardino shooters. Apple has responded with an open letter by CEO Tim Cook. Here are the details.

Sparkle Vulnerability On Mac: What It Is, Find The Affected Apps, How To Fix

Oliver Haslam·February 12, 2016

Here's how to find out if the apps installed on your Mac are affected by Sparkle vulnerability and what to do to fix the problem.

Several Encrypted Smartphones, Including iPhone, Could Get Banned In California, Here’s Why

Oliver Haslam·January 22, 2016

Use A USB Security Key With Your Google Account For Two-Step Verification, Here’s How

Zayed Rehman·January 21, 2016

Here's how to get, setup and use a USB Security Key with your Google Account for two-step verification. Security Keys use cryptography instead of standard verification codes which make them more secure for logging in, and they work without needing a data connection or battery, best of all, you can carry them easily wherever you go.

Revealed: The 25 Worst Passwords Of 2015, Is Yours On This List?

Paul Morris·January 20, 2016

The list of 25 worst passwords used in 2015 has been revealed. The list, as always, will make you fear for the cyber security of the general public, and will leave you staggered that people continue to protect the security of their financial and personal lives by choosing such simplistic and easy-to-guess passwords.

Ring Announces Wire-Free Outdoor Stick Up Cam, Here Are The Details

Paul Morris·January 7, 2016

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