Does Apple's new way to unsend texts work? — TikTok challenge prompts crazy FDA warning
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3 things you need to know today 1. A hacker's secret weapon: Your reused passwords - Why now is the time to stop this bad practice We know it's convenient to reuse the same password for multiple accounts, but you're exposing yourself to serious cyberattacks. Hackers need just that one bit of information to get into all your accounts, where they can steal personal and financial information or hold it for ransom. Here's what you can do to foil these crooks and keep your accounts safe. Tap or click here for good password practices to keep hackers at bay. → |
2. What REALLY happens when you unsend, edit or delete a text in iOS 16 Everyone is talking about Apple's iOS 16 now that you can edit and unsend texts. Who hasn't had a moment of regret when they wish they could take back a message or change it? Now you can — but it's not as clear-cut as it seems. We'll show you the whole truth behind these new features. Tap or click here for details on these new iOS 16 features. → |
3. TikTok challenge prompts an insanely stupid FDA warning Online challenges from social platforms like TikTok can range from annoying to deadly. A recent one from TikTok is so dangerous for children that the FDA had to step in. Here's what the FDA says about it and what you can do to protect your loved ones from this type of harm. Tap or click here to discover why this viral TikTok challenge is so dangerous. → |
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