iOS 26.4—Apple Switches Key iPhone Feature On By Default

Apple's iOS 26.4 sees its Stolen Device Protection anti-theft feature turned on by default. Here's what you need to know.
Morning Overview on MSN

Your iPhone may soon force-on an anti-theft feature you can’t switch off

Apple appears to be moving toward making its Stolen Device Protection feature impossible to disable, a shift that could strip users of the choice to manage their own security settings. The change ...

iOS 26.4 Enables Stolen Device Protection by Default for All iPhones

Starting with iOS 26.4, Stolen Device Protection will be enabled by default and turned on for all iPhone users. Stolen Device Protection adds extra security in case of physical iPhone theft. Apple ...
PCMag on MSN

Apple is about to make your iPhone more secure. Here's what's changing

With iOS 26.4, Apple is set to turn on Stolen Device Protection by default, which makes it harder for thieves to steal ...
Stuff on MSN

This new iPhone update adds extra protection if your phone is stolen

Apple will enable Stolen Device Protection by default in iOS 26.4 for automatic biometric safeguards ...
Forbes

Stolen iPhone—Here’s What To Do Now To Protect Your Data

Here’s what to do if your iPhone is stolen, including how to activate Apple’s Stolen Device Protection features now. Stolen iPhones are not a new concept, thieves have been grabbing smartphones for ...
Marhaba Information Guide

Apple Enables Stolen Device Protection by Default in iOS 26.4

Apple’s iOS 26.4 enables Stolen Device Protection by default, requiring Face ID or Touch ID to secure sensitive settings and ...