Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Barry Collins is a tech journalist writing about PCs, Macs and games. Whether deliberately or otherwise, it is possible to hide ...

Before you use iOS 18's new ability to lock and hide apps, be sure you know how to find them again when you need them. Since your iPhone is already protected by Face ID, it might seem like a case of ...

There are some apps on your mobile, which you cannot see. Some such hidden apps can become a threat to users. Through this, cybercriminals can install malware in the device, monitor the device, or ...

Nothing is more annoying than having a crowded, messy home screen on your iPhone. If you want to organize your home screen, or even hide a few embarrassing apps you don’t want people to see, you can ...

In iOS 18, Apple includes a dedicated option to lock and even hide individual apps on your iPhone. This means that even if your device is unlocked, you can add an extra layer of privacy and security ...

Did you know you can lock or hide individual apps on your iPhone for even more privacy? Whether you’re handing your phone to someone or just want to keep certain apps off-limits, here's how you can ...

One of the app categories Apple is trying to 'Sherlock' this year is app locker. The Cupertino giant previewed the iOS 18 update at WWDC 2024 this month, adding support for locking and hiding iPhone ...

There’s an easy way to keep your apps hidden. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac You can hide apps on your iPhone so they’re completely invisible, and you can lock all kinds of apps so they require ...

Zach began writing for CNET in November, 2021 after writing for a broadcast news station in his hometown, Cincinnati, for five years. You can usually find him reading and drinking coffee or watching a ...

Until now, it’s been a pain to try and hide apps on Android. However, the new Private Space feature on Android 15 makes it possible to tuck away apps in a protected zone. In fact, it’s a lot stronger ...

Apple has improved iPhone security and privacy with iOS 18. One of the valuable new features is the ability to require Face ID for individual apps as well as putting them in a hidden folder. Read ...

With iOS 18, you can now hide apps on your iPhone or iPad to keep them away from prying eyes. This is a handy feature for sensitive apps that you want to keep ...