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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Hidden iPhone screen almost no one knows about reveals if you've been scammed – and it's a costly nightmare to sort out
That's not the only thing you need to check either SMART-MOAN Hidden iPhone screen almost no one knows about reveals if you've been scammed – and it's a costly nightmare to sort out A LITTLE-KNOWN page in your iPhone settings reveals if you're been scammed. The easy-to-miss info screen shows important details that can expose a costly scam that you've fallen for. 6 A clever Apple menu reveals if you've been scammed Credit: Apple 6 You'll find it tucked away in your settings Credit: Apple It works by showing if your iPhone has any non-genuine Apple parts inside. There are two ways this clever feature can expose a con. First up is for anyone buying an iPhone, specifically someone picking up a second-hand model. This can save you money, and can get you a premium mobile – especially if the handset has been refurbished. But someone might secretly have repaired the iPhone using fake parts, and not warned you about it. Now you've got an iPhone that might break down or not work properly. And you'll have to pay to get the parts swapped out for genuine Apple components. Fake parts can also affect the resale value of your iPhone too. The other con this exposes is if a dodgy repair shop has used fake parts to fix your iPhone and not told you. They might have pretended that they used legit Apple components, and charged you full price. iPhone 16e review – I've secretly tested Apple's cheapest mobile and I love the new button but that's not the best bit "Find out if any parts have been replaced," Apple advises in a memo about buying new iPhones. It adds: "If it isn't in the condition you expected, return it." HOW TO CHECK FOR FAKE IPHONE PARTS First, go to Settings > General > About. If the iPhone is running iOS 15.2 or later then you may be able to see a section called Parts and Service History. 6 The section only appears if your iPhone has had parts replaced Credit: Apple This will showcase various parts of your iPhone, and whether they're legitimate. "If a part is labelled Genuine Apple Part, the part has been replaced with a genuine Apple part using genuine Apple parts and processes," Apple explained. "If a part is labelled Unknown Part, this means that the installation is incomplete. "Or the part was replaced with a non-genuine part, was previously used or installed in another iPhone, or isn't functioning as expected." If you don't see any section titled Parts and Service History, it means that your iPhone hasn't had any parts replaced. But if you've got strange parts in your iPhone, it can lead to trouble – and costly repairs. "Genuine Apple parts are designed to fit precisely within the device and provide optimal performance, safety, and reliability," Apple xplained. "Repairs performed by Apple and Apple Authorised Service Providers are covered by Apple's warranty. 6 Seeing the Genuine label is a good sign – it means your iPhone has been repaired with legit Apple parts Credit: Apple "Repairs performed by untrained individuals or using non-genuine parts might affect the functionality, safety, security, and privacy of the device." Apple adds: "Using non-genuine batteries might also result in unexpected behaviour after installation, device software updates, or while charging. "Using non-genuine batteries might also lead to safety issues." OTHER CHECKS TO MAKE That's not the only thing you need to check if you're buying a second-hand iPhone. THE DAMAGE TO WATCH OUT FOR Apple says to look out for these serious damage types in its official advice: Serious damage might affect the functionality of the iPhone. If necessary, remove the case and any accessories from the iPhone. Check for scratches on the display. Check the sides and back of the iPhone for scratches, scuffs, and dents. Inspect the Lightning connector for damage or debris. Picture Credit: Apple / The Sun You can also go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health to see the health of the battery. All smartphone batteries degrade over time. That's just how rechargeable lithium-ion batteries work. As you charge and discharge them, they chemically age, and can ultimately hold less charge overall. After 500 charge cycles (which would take normal users about two years), a battery would typically only hold 80% of the charge it held when it was new. 6 Go into your iPhone's Battery settings to check up on its Battery Health Credit: The Sun / Apple That means you have to recharge your iPhone more often. A severely degraded battery can also cause performance issues for your iPhone, resulting in a slower experience overall. So always check the Battery Health and Maximum Capacity readouts before buying a new iPhone, otherwise you might have to fork out for a new battery. You'll also want to check to see if the iPhone is locked to a specific phone network. 6 You'll want to look at Battery Health and Maximum Capacity before buying a second-hand iPhone Credit: The Sun / Apple This doesn't happen with new phones in the UK, but older phones may be locked. Go to Settings > General > About and look for Network Provider Lock. If it says No SIM restrictions then the phone is unlocked.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Hidden iPhone screen almost no one knows about reveals if you've been scammed – and it's a costly nightmare to sort out
A LITTLE-KNOWN page in your iPhone settings reveals if you're been scammed. The easy-to-miss info screen shows important details that can expose a costly scam that you've fallen for. Advertisement 6 A clever Apple menu reveals if you've been scammed Credit: Apple 6 You'll find it tucked away in your settings Credit: Apple It works by showing if your There are two ways this clever feature can expose a con. First up is for anyone buying an iPhone, specifically someone picking up a This Advertisement Read more on iPhone But someone might secretly have repaired the iPhone using fake parts, and not warned you about it. Now you've got an iPhone that might break down or not work properly. And you'll have to pay to get the parts swapped out for genuine Apple components. Fake parts can also affect the resale value of your iPhone too. Advertisement Most read in Phones & Gadgets The other con this exposes is if a dodgy repair shop has used fake parts to fix your iPhone and not told you. They might have pretended that they used legit Apple components, and charged you full price. iPhone 16e review – I've secretly tested Apple's cheapest mobile and I love the new button but that's not the best bit "Find out if any parts have been replaced," Apple advises in a memo about buying new iPhones. It adds: "If it isn't in the condition you expected, return it." Advertisement HOW TO CHECK FOR FAKE IPHONE PARTS First, go to Settings > General > About. If the iPhone is running iOS 15.2 or later then you may be able to see a section called Parts and Service History . 6 The section only appears if your iPhone has had parts replaced Credit: Apple This will showcase various parts of your iPhone, and whether they're legitimate. Advertisement "If a part is labelled Genuine Apple Part, the part has been replaced with a genuine Apple part using genuine Apple parts and processes," Apple explained. "If a part is labelled Unknown Part, this means that the installation is incomplete. "Or the part was replaced with a non-genuine part, was previously used or installed in another iPhone, or isn't functioning as expected." If you don't see any section titled Parts and Service History, it means that your iPhone hasn't had any parts replaced. Advertisement But if you've got strange parts in your iPhone, it can lead to trouble – and costly repairs. "Genuine Apple parts are designed to fit precisely within the device and provide optimal performance, safety, and reliability," Apple xplained. "Repairs performed by Apple and Apple Authorised Service Providers are covered by Apple's warranty. 6 Seeing the Genuine label is a good sign – it means your iPhone has been repaired with legit Apple parts Credit: Apple Advertisement "Repairs performed by untrained individuals or using non-genuine parts might affect the functionality, safety, security, and privacy of the device." Apple adds: "Using non-genuine batteries might also result in unexpected behaviour after installation, device software updates, or while charging. "Using non-genuine batteries might also lead to safety issues." OTHER CHECKS TO MAKE That's not the only thing you need to check if you're buying a second-hand iPhone. Advertisement THE DAMAGE TO WATCH OUT FOR Apple says to look out for these serious damage types in its official advice: Serious damage might affect the functionality of the iPhone. If necessary, remove the case and any accessories from the iPhone. Check for scratches on the display. Check the sides and back of the iPhone for scratches, scuffs, and dents. Inspect the Lightning connector for damage or debris. Picture Credit: Apple / The Sun You can also go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health to see the health of the battery. All smartphone batteries degrade over time. That's just how rechargeable lithium-ion batteries work. As you charge and discharge them, they chemically age, and can ultimately hold less charge overall. After 500 charge cycles (which would take normal users about two years), a battery would typically only hold 80% of the charge it held when it was new. Advertisement 6 Go into your iPhone's Battery settings to check up on its Battery Health Credit: The Sun / Apple That means you have to recharge your iPhone more often. A severely degraded battery can also cause performance issues for your iPhone, resulting in a slower experience overall. So always check the Battery Health and Maximum Capacity readouts before buying a new iPhone, otherwise you might have to Advertisement You'll also want to check to see if the iPhone is locked to a specific phone network. 6 You'll want to look at Battery Health and Maximum Capacity before buying a second-hand iPhone Credit: The Sun / Apple This doesn't happen with new phones in the UK, but older phones may be locked. Go to Settings > General > About and look for Network Provider Lock. If it says No SIM restrictions then the phone is unlocked. Advertisement
Scottish Sun
18-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Rice trick WON'T fix your phone if you get it wet in sink or pool on hols – the real ways to dry it are much safer too
There are some other iPhone drying techniques you must NEVER try too GRAIN OF TRUTH Rice trick WON'T fix your phone if you get it wet in sink or pool on hols – the real ways to dry it are much safer too Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DROPPED your iPhone in the sink? Your next move should NOT be to drop it in a bowl of rice. It's a longstanding myth that rice will dry out your expensive phone and keep it running smoothly. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 This might look like the perfect place for a wet iPhone – but it's a bad idea Credit: Getty 6 Keep your iPhone dry – but if you can't manage that, don't turn to rice Credit: Getty But it turns out that rice isn't very effective at drying your iPhone out at all. Worse still, Apple says it could even do damage to your mobile. WET IPHONE TROUBLES There are loads of ways your iPhone could end up soaked, from dropping it in the sink or loo – or even the pool on holiday. Apple has been making its iPhones water-resistant since the iPhone 7, but that's not a guarantee that they're waterproof. And water can still do serious damage to your iPhone. Most iPhones can likely survive a dunking in water, but pressurised and hot water (like in a shower) can breach water-resistance. And getting water in your Lightning or USB-C port (the one you use for charging) is bad too. In fact, you'll usually get a pop-up from Apple if this is the case. It'll say something like: "Charging not available. Liquid has been detected in the Lightning connector. "Disconnect to allow the connector to dry. This may take several hours." iPhone 16e review – I've secretly tested Apple's cheapest mobile and I love the new button but that's not the best bit If you ignore this warning, it can do serious damage to your iPhone. So only override it if you're in an emergency. Apple explains: "If you charge your iPhone while the Lightning or USB-C connector is wet, the pins on the connector or cable can corrode and cause permanent damage or stop functioning. "Causing connectivity issues for your iPhone or accessory." DRYING YOUR IPHONE – WHAT YOU SHOULDN'T DO There are some things you absolutely shouldn't do, according to Apple. And top of the list is sticking your posh blower in rice. "Don't put your iPhone in a bag of rice," Apple explains. "Doing so could allow small particles of rice to damage your iPhone." 6 Definitely don't stuff one of these in your iPhone either Credit: Getty Not only that, but rice simply isn't very good at drawing water from the air around it. You're just as well leaving the iPhone out on the side, and won't risk ruining your mobile. There are a couple of other rules to follow too. "Don't dry your iPhone using an external heat source or compressed air," Apple warned. 6 Never use a heat source to dry your iPhone – you could seriously damage it Credit: Getty IPHONE WATER RESISTANCE Here's the full list from Apple.. Apple says the following iPhone models are "splash, water and dust resistant": iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone SE (2nd generation) iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhone XR iPhone X iPhone 8 iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 7 iPhone 7 Plus Picture Credit: Apple / The Sun And the Californian tech giant added: "Don't insert a foreign object, such as a cotton swab or a paper towel, into the connector." HOW TO ACTUALLY DRY YOUR IPHONE There are two methods worth trying – one official, and one less so. The first is Apple's technique, which is meant to sort your iPhone out if you've ended up getting water in the ports. Firstly, gently tap your iPhone against your hand. Apple recommends making sure that the connector is pointing down towards the ground to allow excess liquid to fall out. Then all you need to do is leave your iPhone in a dry area with a bit of airflow. Wait at least 30 minutes then try to charging again. If the alert pops up warning you about moisture, Apple says leave your iPhone somewhere drive for up to a full day. 6 Silica gel packets are one option for drying an iPhone, Apple fans say Credit: Getty The second isn't an official Apple method, but plenty of iPhone fans say it works. It involves sticking your iPhone in a Ziploc bag with a load of silica gel packets. They're those packets that you get inside a box with new shoes or furniture in. Companies put them in boxes to draw in moisture and stave off damp – and they're extremely effective. 6 A Ziploc bag containing silica gel packets can help to dry things more quickly Credit: Getty These packets – which you can also bag off Amazon – are much better at drawing moisture out from the air than rice. Not to mention they won't end up sneaking into an iPhone nook or cranny. You've probably got a few silica gel packets lying around at home, so grab a few and try using those instead.
The Irish Sun
18-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Rice trick WON'T fix your phone if you get it wet in sink or pool on hols – the real ways to dry it are much safer too
DROPPED your iPhone in the sink? Your next move should NOT be to drop it in a bowl of rice. It's a longstanding myth that rice will dry out your 6 This might look like the perfect place for a wet iPhone – but it's a bad idea Credit: Getty 6 Keep your iPhone dry – but if you can't manage that, don't turn to rice Credit: Getty But it turns out that rice isn't very effective at drying your Worse still, Apple says it could even WET IPHONE TROUBLES There are loads of ways your iPhone could end up soaked, from dropping it in the sink or loo – or even the pool on holiday. Apple has been making its iPhones water-resistant since the iPhone 7, but that's not a guarantee that they're waterproof. Read more on iPhone And water can still do serious damage to your iPhone. Most iPhones can likely survive a dunking in water, but pressurised and hot water (like in a shower) can breach water-resistance. And getting water in your Lightning or USB-C port (the one you use for charging) is bad too. In fact, you'll usually Most read in Phones & Gadgets It'll say something like: "Charging not available. Liquid has been detected in the Lightning connector. "Disconnect to allow the connector to dry. This may take several hours." iPhone 16e review – I've secretly tested Apple's cheapest mobile and I love the new button but that's not the best bit If you ignore this warning, it can do serious damage to your iPhone. So only override it if you're in an emergency. Apple explains: "If you charge your iPhone while the Lightning or USB-C connector is wet, the pins on the connector or cable can corrode and cause permanent damage or stop functioning. "Causing connectivity issues for your iPhone or accessory." DRYING YOUR IPHONE – WHAT YOU SHOULDN'T DO There are some things you absolutely shouldn't do, according to Apple. And top of the list "Don't put your iPhone in a bag of rice," Apple explains. "Doing so could allow small particles of rice to damage your iPhone." 6 Definitely don't stuff one of these in your iPhone either Credit: Getty Not only that, but rice simply isn't very good at drawing water from the air around it. You're just as well leaving the iPhone out on the side, and won't risk ruining your mobile. There are a couple of other rules to follow too. "Don't dry your iPhone using an external heat source or compressed air," Apple warned. 6 Never use a heat source to dry your iPhone – you could seriously damage it Credit: Getty IPHONE WATER RESISTANCE Here's the full list from Apple.. Apple says the following iPhone models are "splash, water and dust resistant": iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone SE (2nd generation) iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhone XR iPhone X iPhone 8 iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 7 iPhone 7 Plus Picture Credit: Apple / The Sun And the Californian tech giant added: "Don't insert a foreign object, such as a cotton swab or a paper towel, into the connector." HOW TO ACTUALLY DRY YOUR IPHONE There are two methods worth trying – one official, and one less so. Firstly, gently tap your iPhone against your hand. Apple recommends making sure that the connector is pointing down towards the ground to allow excess liquid to fall out. Then all you need to do is leave your iPhone in a dry area with a bit of airflow. Wait at least 30 minutes then try to charging again. If the alert pops up warning you about moisture, Apple says leave your iPhone somewhere drive for up to a full day. 6 Silica gel packets are one option for drying an iPhone, Apple fans say Credit: Getty The second isn't an official Apple method, but plenty of iPhone fans say it works. It involves sticking your iPhone in a Ziploc bag with a load of silica gel packets. They're those packets that you get inside a box with new shoes or furniture in. Companies put them in boxes to draw in moisture and stave off damp – and they're extremely effective. 6 A Ziploc bag containing silica gel packets can help to dry things more quickly Credit: Getty These packets – which you can also bag off Amazon – are much better at drawing moisture out from the air than rice. Not to mention they won't end up sneaking into an iPhone nook or cranny. You've probably got a few silica gel packets lying around at home, so grab a few and try using those instead.
Business Upturn
17-05-2025
- Business Upturn
Best VPN for iPhone 2025: NordVPN Tops iPhone VPN List
Portland, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As we venture into 2025, NordVPN has once again solidified its position as the leading choice for iPhone users, earning the top spot in this year's definitive ranking of the best VPN services for iOS. With a combination of suitable features, NordVPN has managed to outshine its competitors to claim the title of the best iPhone VPN of the year. CLICK HERE TO GET THE BEST VPN FOR IPHONE: NORDVPN The ranking that placed NordVPN as the best VPN for iPhone in 2025 resulted from an evaluation conducted by a panel of cybersecurity experts and independent reviewers, who assessed numerous VPN services across several categories. And in each category, NordVPN emerged as the clear winner thanks to its superior features that outperform the rest in the field. 'We are incredibly proud to be recognized as the top VPN for iPhone in 2025. This honor is a testament to the relentless work our team puts into ensuring that NordVPN delivers world-class security, exceptional performance, and a flawless user experience on iOS. As threats evolve and mobile usage continues to grow, we remain focused on empowering users with tools that not only protect but enhance their digital lives.' CLICK HERE TO GET THE BEST VPN FOR IPHONE: NORDVPN One of the significant aspects that greatly contributed to NordVPN's top ranking as the best VPN service for iPhone in 2025 is its intuitive and polished iOS app. In recognition that not all its users are tech experts, NordVPN curated its platform to strike the perfect balance between simplicity and powerful functionality. Users can access the best VPN for iPhone offerings in 2025 with just a tap. In light of this, users have commended the following steps required for creating an account on the platform. 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