Activation Lock is a feature that's designed to prevent theft by requiring you to enter an Apple ID password before using an ...

Activation Lock is an anti-theft system for Apple devices meant to prevent unauthorized usage or erasure. It's available on ...

Apple’s long-rumored HomePod with a screen—which I used to call ‘HomePad’ but now seems likely to be called ‘HomePod Touch’—is expected to launch in early 2026. Here are two reasons it can’t come soon ...

To lock notes on your iPhone, you'll need to set up a master password, or allow your phone to use your Touch or Face ID to lock and hide notes.

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