This rumoured rebrand could coincide with the launches of iOS 18 and macOS 15, which is expected in September or October

Report: Apple may rename Apple ID to ‘Apple Account’ upon release of iOS 18

Adriana MaraisMarch 1, 24Apple, Apple ID, iOS, iPhone

If you’re an Apple device owner, you’re probably familiar with the need to create an Apple ID to unlock a full range of features, including iCloud, the App Store, and more. Now, while “Apple ID” has been a mainstay for more than a decade, there are indications that Apple is considering a rebranding that may move toward the term “Apple Account.” According to a report by MacRumors, sources suggest that Apple is currently in the testing phase to implement a new Apple account nomenclature, and this change could make its…

With security keys, even if someone has your Apple ID and password, they still cannot access your account without your physical security key.

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Protecting your Apple ID with security keys: A step-by-step guide

Adriana MaraisMay 12, 23Apple, Apple ID, Privacy, Security

US tech giant Apple recently released a new security feature to help users protect their Apple ID account. The company introduced Security Keys, a physical device that can authenticate your Apple ID instead of a password. This new feature is considered the most secure way to protect your Apple ID. With the release of iOS 16.3, iPadOS 16.3, and macOS Ventura 13.2, Apple introduced support for security keys or physical devices that can verify your Apple ID instead of a password. To enable this feature, users need to configure it…