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How to Use the New Privacy Features on iPhone 16

October 23, 2024·İbrahim Korucuoğlu
İbrahim Korucuoğlu

With the release of the iPhone 16 and iOS 18, Apple has introduced a suite of privacy features designed to enhance user control over personal data and improve security. This blog post will explore these new privacy features on iPhone 16 in detail, providing a comprehensive guide on how to utilize them effectively.

Overview of New Privacy Features

The iPhone 16 series, powered by the A18 chip, includes several significant privacy enhancements. These features focus on safeguarding user data from unauthorized access and ensuring transparency in how apps interact with personal information. Here are some of the standout features:

    - ***Secure Exclave*** : This feature prevents unauthorized access to the camera and microphone.
    • Built-in Password Manager : A new app for managing passwords securely.
    • Lock and Hide Apps : Options to protect sensitive applications.
    • Improved Contact Sharing Controls : Greater control over what information apps can access.
    • Enhanced Bluetooth Privacy : New methods for pairing devices without exposing user data.

    Secure Exclave: Protecting Your Camera and Microphone

    One of the most noteworthy additions is the Secure Exclave feature. This technology ensures that malicious apps cannot access your device’s camera or microphone without your knowledge.

    How It Works

    When an app accesses these sensors, a visual indicator appears on your screen—an orange dot for the microphone and a green dot for the camera. This hardware-level protection makes it significantly more challenging for hackers to exploit these features without alerting you.

    How to Use It

      - ***Check Indicator Lights*** : Always look for the orange or green dots when using apps that require audio or video input.
      • Review App Permissions : Regularly check which apps have permission to use your camera or microphone in Settings > Privacy & Security > Camera/Microphone.

      Built-in Password Manager: Streamlining Security

      The new Passwords app included with iOS 18 is a game-changer for managing your credentials. Unlike the previous iCloud Keychain, this app offers enhanced features for password management.

      Features of the Passwords App

        - ***End-to-End Encryption*** : Ensures that only you can access your passwords.
        • Security Alerts : Notifies you if any of your passwords are weak or have been compromised in a data breach.
        • Shared Groups : Allows you to share specific passwords with trusted contacts.

        How to Use It

          - ***Accessing the App*** : Find it on your home screen after updating to iOS 18.
          • Importing Passwords : You can import passwords from other password managers like LastPass.
          • Creating Strong Passwords : Utilize the app’s password generator feature to create secure passwords.

          Lock and Hide Apps: Keeping Sensitive Information Safe

          The ability to lock and hide apps adds another layer of privacy, especially useful when sharing your device with others.

          How It Works

          You can lock any app with Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode, preventing unauthorized access. Hidden apps won’t appear in search results or notifications.

          How to Set It Up

            - ***Lock an App*** :
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