Apple announces Lockdown Mode to counter government spyware attacks

Apple said Wednesday it will bring a new “Lockdown Mode” to its upcoming iPhone and Mac software that will switch off certain features aimed at helping highly targeted individuals combat government-grade spyware. The technology giant said the new feature is an “extreme optional protection” for device owners who are more likely to be targeted by […]

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